On Sun, 17 Oct 1999, Alfred Bagdan wrote:

> Hi all
>
> I hope this subject is not too tiresome to the
> Vanagon List pros, but since there seems to be not
> much going on at the moment, here goes.
>
> I have been using the cheap oil filters from
> Canadian Tire for years with no apparent bad
> effects.  After joining this List this summer I
> have become sort of paranoid and confused as to
> what should and should nod be used in a Vanagon.
>
> Anyway, I am about to change the oil again for the
> winter, using 5W30.  I live in Edmonton, Canada.
> I have bought a Bosh 72150 filter (it has a spring
> like thing in the middle) and a Canadian Tire
> filter (hollow in the middle, no spring).
>
> Questions:
> Which is better, and why?
> Can the spring in the Bosh filter get stuck,
> rendering the filter useless?
> Should I get another type of filter?
>
> Thanks
>
> Alfred
> 85 Vanagon
>

Well from what I recall neither of these brands is recommended on the
list. Correct me if I'm wrong. I don't remember the knock against Bosch
 filters but i just bought my FLAPS last remaining Mann filter and the
guy tells me from now on he'll only have Bosch. Unfortunately not many
places will sell OEM filters. TBD will be getting more of my business in
the future. My .02 worth.

 Phil Menchions
 Torbay Nf
 89 Westy