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 Mobil 1 3.0 Oil Filters Rarer than Aztec Gold?
#1041792
02/09/12 06:42 PM
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Joined: Jan 2012
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Anyone else have a problem finding the M1-105 oil filter for the 3.0? No local retailers seem to have them, or are even able to get them. I finally wound up ordering a 2 pack off of Amazon. So far I've tried NAPA, Autozone (shudder), Advance Auto (shudder, shudder), Parts Plus, and Meijer.
I'm open to other filters, but I've just found that running Mobil 1 all around (oil + filter) seems to cure lifter noise and get me about 6,000 between changes.
Third times a charm.
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Re: Mobil 1 3.0 Oil Filters Rarer than Aztec Gold?
[Re: seely]
#1041793
02/09/12 06:49 PM
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Joined: May 2000
Posts: 6,132
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Personally, I prefer Purolator filters. I know that on the 2.6 engine they seemed to be a better design.
Then again, they are getting to be hard to find.
Kevin
87 Turbo Intercooled Raider, roller cam, torsen rear diff, LSD front diff, lockup auto with modified converter, V6 brakes, low transfer case gears...
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Re: Mobil 1 3.0 Oil Filters Rarer than Aztec Gold?
[Re: Kevin C]
#1041794
02/09/12 06:56 PM
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Joined: Jan 2012
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That was my backup choice, but like you said, even those were an item that would take a day to ship from a warehouse to a store. The joys of owning an obscure 22-year-old truck. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Third times a charm.
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Re: Mobil 1 3.0 Oil Filters Rarer than Aztec Gold?
[Re: seely]
#1041795
02/09/12 07:13 PM
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Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 16,227
Web Wheeler
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On my SR, both Mobil 1 & K&N looked very similar if not identical.
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Re: Mobil 1 3.0 Oil Filters Rarer than Aztec Gold?
[Re: seely]
#1041796
02/09/12 09:50 PM
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Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,006
Body Damage is Cool
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92 Montero LS 3.0L V6 Auto, Stock, Original owner, 185,800K miles
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Re: Mobil 1 3.0 Oil Filters Rarer than Aztec Gold?
[Re: off-roader]
#1041797
02/09/12 10:04 PM
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Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 60
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I considered the K&N but shied away because of my experiences with their air filters (I'm not a fan). I'll read up on them and see what I can find. I know I'm probably being overly anal, but I like running all one-brand for my fluids and filters. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />
Third times a charm.
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Re: Mobil 1 3.0 Oil Filters Rarer than Aztec Gold?
[Re: seely]
#1041798
02/09/12 10:52 PM
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Joined: May 2000
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like running all one-brand for my fluids and filters Mobil contracts with a major vendor to have those filters made. Pretty sure they are made by Champion. The Purolator filter I use on my 4 cly with Mobil 1 is PN PL10193. I think the PN is the same on the V6. I have 15 years of running that filter with Mobil 1 on my Turbo 4. I will guarantee that my 4 cyl is a lot harder on oil and filters. Kevin
87 Turbo Intercooled Raider, roller cam, torsen rear diff, LSD front diff, lockup auto with modified converter, V6 brakes, low transfer case gears...
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Re: Mobil 1 3.0 Oil Filters Rarer than Aztec Gold?
[Re: seely]
#1041799
02/10/12 12:09 AM
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Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 2,324
Body Damage is Cool
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NAPA gold = Wix. I think unless you've got disposable income and like the looks or something like K&N I'd just use a decent brand filter. Unless you have a turbo and need perfectly pristine oil at all times I think it is overkill for the stardard 3.0 "family truckster" engine. My 2 cents...
dave h.
'89 Raider V6 5spd;Aisin Hubs;; Gen2 LS: frt. brakes, rear coils;U.C.arms;R.trailing arms;idler arm; rear LSD axle w.disc brakes ;2 battery system for Dog's fan; relocated ECU; custom bumpers;J.Baker receiver;Conferr roofrack; t-bar crank.
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Re: Mobil 1 3.0 Oil Filters Rarer than Aztec Gold?
[Re: Kevin C]
#1041800
02/10/12 02:06 AM
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Joined: Jan 2012
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Excellent -- perhaps I'll cast my OCD aside and try out the Purolators next.
Third times a charm.
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Re: Mobil 1 3.0 Oil Filters Rarer than Aztec Gold?
[Re: seely]
#1041801
02/10/12 06:53 AM
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Joined: Jun 2002
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Purolator Pur-One, if available, or NAPA Gold for me. Just buy 'em two at a time, they look good on the shelf.
John B.
'87 Raider 2.6 Turbo Auto, Under Construction
'95 Montero SR, 35x12.5/15 BFG M/T KM-2's, Rock sliders, Qtr panel chop, gas tank lift, 2" BL, Aisins, 5.29s
'95 Pajero Mini
'98 Montero Winter Ed.
'04 Cadillac XLR
'03 Kawasaki ZRX1200R
'60 Ford Falcon 4Dr
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