Oil Filter - Mopar vs. Other Brands

[Jeff2018]

Hey Everyone,

We've had out JLURD for about 5 years now. It's not driven much. I maintain the oil and filter as recommended. (Typically less than 1,000 miles per year, so oil and filter changed annually.)

In the past I have purchased the Mopar oil filter through Amazon. I was going to order this morning.

Sticker shock... from the same vendor as last year is $74. I thought it was high last year at <$50.

I see lots of other options available. Just wondering how much of a risk I'm taking going with something other than Mopar.

Appreciate any input.

Thanks,

Jeff

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[Blckdog]

I buy mine when I buy my oil through Amsoil. Usually buy the Amsoil or Wix filters. Yes I know, Amsoil, bash away, but to me, since it’s worked on most every car/tuck I’ had over 50 years, not going to change now.Filter is cheaper than the Mopar Unit.
https://www.amsoil.com/p/amsoil-oil-filter-eaoilfilt/?code=EA15K19-EA

 

[Jeff2018]

Hey Blckdog,

Thanks for the advice.

We have a 1971 Bronco that we also don't drive often. I've used Amsoil in the power steering and Atlas T/C for over 10 years. I used to buy it through a friend who passed away several years ago. I haven't purchased any replacement fluids since he passed.

I know there are pretty strong opinions about Amsoil... I've always been happy with their products.

Thanks again.

Take Care,

Jeff

 

[2nd 392]

Well, most Mopar filters are Purolator, followed by Champion Labs then Wix. But meet Mopar specs. Anyway, Dad used Wix in his commercial garage.

edit, wise man kept the 71 Bronco, had a 69. Damn they are worth good $ now.

 

[Jeff2018]

2nd 392,

Thanks for your advice.

Jeff

 

[2nd 392]

2nd 392,

Thanks for your advice.

Jeff

Looked it up, Amsoil made by Baldwin/ Hastings filters. But again to their specs.

 

[Jeff2018]

Hey Again,

Sure a variation in pricing...

I looked at Oreilly. ~$95 for Mopar, and ~$87 for WIX.

Crazy...

I'm not finding an Amsoil replacement filter for the 3.0, though. Maybe I'm not looking in the right place? (The link earlier goes to a non-OEM replacement filter, I think.)

Jeff

 

[RicRecon]

This is the filter I’ve used multiple times without any issues

ECOGARD S11880 Premium Cartridge Engine Oil Filter for Synthetic Oil Fits Ram 1500 3.0L DIESEL 2020-2021 | Jeep Wrangler 3.0L DIESEL 2020-2021, Gladiator 3.0L DIESEL 2021-2022 https://a.co/d/0ePqU2hT

 

[ppjcs]

I have used Fram filters on all my vehicles that I have owned in my 60 years of driving with no problems and Castrol oil.

 

[Gomer Pyle]

This is the filter I’ve used multiple times without any issues

ECOGARD S11880 Premium Cartridge Engine Oil Filter for Synthetic Oil Fits Ram 1500 3.0L DIESEL 2020-2021 | Jeep Wrangler 3.0L DIESEL 2020-2021, Gladiator 3.0L DIESEL 2021-2022 https://a.co/d/0ePqU2hT

yes, that EcoGard has worked well for me too! There was a thread on them at some point (here or on FB) that showed they're a quality filter with equal or better capacity & filtration as compared to others

 

[Dejen3303]

I've used AC Delco for 30 years, recently changed to WIX because I'm getting counterfeit AC Delco from Amazon. Baldwin are very good also. Used them at work forever.

 

[wcjeep]

Quality filter will "Meet or Exceed OEM specifications ". Plenty of filters meet OEM specifications. I go with Wix. Avoid so called high quality filters that fail OEM specs.

Some Amazon vendors sell fakes. Be sure its authentic. I used to buy Napa Gold which meant Wix. However, about two years ago Napa abandoned Wix. Now buy Wix at Oreillys.

 

[Kracka]

RockAuto has a few good choices from reputable brands at decent prices, and you won't get counterfeits like Amazon.

Google for 5% off promo codes.

 

[NewbJLUOwner]

Hey Everyone,

We've had out JLURD for about 5 years now. It's not driven much. I maintain the oil and filter as recommended. (Typically less than 1,000 miles per year, so oil and filter changed annually.)

In the past I have purchased the Mopar oil filter through Amazon. I was going to order this morning.

Sticker shock... from the same vendor as last year is $74. I thought it was high last year at <$50.

I see lots of other options available. Just wondering how much of a risk I'm taking going with something other than Mopar.

Appreciate any input.

Thanks,

Jeff

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[Ratbert]

Highly recommend
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Even more expensive than OEM from Amazon. https://a.co/d/02VKWiZT

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