I've never had a problem with the Mann or Mahle oil filters that we sell.
Usually we sell Mann ones for $5.95.  Here is a link to them in our store:

http://www.vanagain.com/shop/oil-filter-070115561/

I have used them for about 18 years now with no issues.  They give a bit
higher oil pressure than the white, orange, or yellow filters that folks
get from FLAPS.

Ken

On Mon, Apr 13, 2015 at 3:45 PM, Dan N <dn92610@gmail.com> wrote:

> I think you can use the Mann/Mahle oil filter for 2.1 engine... yes?
>
> On Mon, Apr 13, 2015 at 12:38 PM, Spencer Allen <spencervw@aol.com> wrote:
>
> > Went to local dealer today for an oil filter 070115561 for my 85 westy
> and
> > was told VW has discontinued this filter. The parts guy checked and only
> > one dealer within 150 miles of Chicago had any on hand. I'm sure I can
> > order some on line but doesn't Mann make these filters for VW and are
> they
> > going to stop making them or is this a VW thing? What's a good sub for
> this
> > filter?
> > Spencer
> >
>

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Thanks,
Ken Wilford
John 3:16
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