HI there,

I have great success and many others I know, with Mann
filters, a bit more expensive but highly recomended
especially by the Volvo guys for which Mann is the OEM
supplier.  Another is Purolator which Subaru uses for OEM,
avoid Fram. For more detail than you ever want, see:
http://www.scuderiaciriani.com/rx7/oil_filter_study/
I had a really cherry Subaru XT-6 whose engine bottom end
was taken out by a collapsed Fram Extra Guard oil filter the
PO had installed.

Tom
No current VW involvement but lurking for a Turbo Diesel
Vanagan or a
Volvo Wagon with VW 6 cylinder Turbo Diesel

----- Original Message -----
From: "Steve Russell" <ofnfld@TELUS.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2003 12:15 PM
Subject: Oil Filters

Hi Volks,
I've normally been using Bosch oil filters in our 84 Westy,
however I only have one left and am heading on the road soon
for about 5 months. Without ordering anymore Bosch, can I
use one of the brands sold at the local auto shop, such as
Quaker State or Fram Double Guard. Is there any difference
between these and the Bosch? What is everyone out there
using? Opinions and experiences greatly appreciated.
Ciao
Steve - '84 Westy (Moaning Myrtle)