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I only use the big filters on the early engines.
Any reason for this? Is it just an oil capacity thing? I have used both large and smaller types and not seen a difference in oil pressure and the oil doesn't seem to get dirty in rotary engines much anyway, although I still change every couple of thousand miles.
S3 came with large filter originally. The smaller type came in some time around the original MX5. Mazda has different OEM suppliers for oil filters depending on where you are. They often get local OEM to make them and brand them Mazda. The part numbers change every few years too. What you get from Mazda might be different in Europe or US compared to Japan etc. As such, you might find that the Mazda one is actually made by and identical to Bosch or other aftermarket brand.
KYPREO wrote: ↑Mon Oct 22, 2018 10:41 pm
S3 came with large filter originally. The smaller type came in some time around the original MX5. Mazda has different OEM suppliers for oil filters depending on where you are. They often get local OEM to make them and brand them Mazda. The part numbers change every few years too. What you get from Mazda might be different in Europe or US compared to Japan etc. As such, you might find that the Mazda one is actually made by and identical to Bosch or other aftermarket brand.
Interesting and helpful info there. I really miss the old parts catalogs that would cross reference a whole bunch of part numbers and manufacturers. Back in the day, you could get the older issues at your local library. I'd check them out and make a note of the RX stuff. Sometimes I could save a bunch of time and money with a visit to my local mitsubishi or toyota dealer.
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2006 Mercedes CLK 280 Sport AMG
£5.00 post from Poland. Buy a bunch and save on the post.
I only use the big filters on the early engines.
Any reason for this? Is it just an oil capacity thing? I have used both large and smaller types and not seen a difference in oil pressure and the oil doesn't seem to get dirty in rotary engines much anyway, although I still change every couple of thousand miles.
