rcknecht
Well-Known Member
I just ordered two Fram PH 30 for my 7.4 MPIs for $4.12 each, and I have rebate for $4... So I am getting 2 filter for 4.24 plus $5 shipping from Rock Auto...
Fram PH 30
- Thread starter rcknecht
- Start date
- Oct 4, 2006
- 2,335
- Boat Info
- 2003 280DA and 1995 Sea Ray 175
- Engines
- Twin 4.3l and 3.0l, all w/ AlphaI GenII drives
I used to use Fram extra guard or tough guard filters, but then started hearing bad things about them from all types; boaters, car guys, etc. I switched to NAPA Gold (Wix branded filters) which are top-rated anywhere you look.
FYN409
New Member
- Jul 16, 2007
- 222
- Boat Info
- 88 Sorrento 25 Sundancer 26
330 HP 7.4 L Mercrusier
- Engines
- 7.4L 330 HP
Yea, not to burst your bubble but I would avoid Fram filters at all cost. They used to be good filters until they switched to an overseas manufacturer. I agree with Gunn get a Wix (or Napa Gold), one of the best out there.
-Ryan
-Ryan
rondds
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- Oct 3, 2006
- 8,859
- Boat Info
- 2001 380DA
- Engines
- Merc 8.1s (2008)...Hurth ZF 63 V-drives...WB 7.0 BCGD (2013), Garmin 8208 & 740 MFDs, GMR 24xHD dome
I'm a Wix guy - they make all the NAPA stuff. There are all sorts of internet myths about Fram filters bursting - not sure how true they are but if there's a shred of truth to it, I'll spend the extra buck or two for something other than Fram.
I order all my filters from Rock Auto. They also sell the AC MR43t at a nice price.
I order all my filters from Rock Auto. They also sell the AC MR43t at a nice price.
rcknecht
Well-Known Member
Boy... you want be to treat my boat better than my body... I order of the dollar menu at McDonalds... I only have been putting on about 30 hours between oil changes on the boat... The FRAMs work in my car, which I go much longer...
rondds
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- Oct 3, 2006
- 8,859
- Boat Info
- 2001 380DA
- Engines
- Merc 8.1s (2008)...Hurth ZF 63 V-drives...WB 7.0 BCGD (2013), Garmin 8208 & 740 MFDs, GMR 24xHD dome
Hey, I use Fram on my lawn tractor - haven't had a problem in 11 years!
Dick Whetstone
New Member
I have used Fram oil filters from Walmart on my fleet of eight business vehicles for years. I change oil (Havoline 10W-30) and filter every 5000 miles. I have NEVER had an oil related engine issue and none of the engines use any oil what-so-ever. Some of my vehicles have over 230,000 miles.
- Oct 4, 2006
- 2,335
- Boat Info
- 2003 280DA and 1995 Sea Ray 175
- Engines
- Twin 4.3l and 3.0l, all w/ AlphaI GenII drives
FWIW, I used Fram filters since I can remember (with no issues). But all the talk got me to switch.... I'd rather not take the risk.
330DA
Active Member
- Oct 12, 2006
- 500
- Boat Info
- 2000 310 Sundancer, Brig 330 RIB
- Engines
- 350 Horizons, V-Drives
I think the issue with Fram filters was touched on by Vandal. There has been some talk for a couple of years on a muscle car site I belong to. Guys with high HP, high revving engines have had Fram filter failures as Vandal alluded to. A search of the net can bring up a bunch of info. I haven't heard of issues in a typical, stock, grocery-getter.
Remember, a marine application engine is considered heavy-use.
Remember, a marine application engine is considered heavy-use.
AKBASSKING
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- Apr 13, 2008
- 4,649
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- 1988 Yacht Fisher
- Engines
- Twin 375hp Cat 3208 T/A
I have used Fram for years.
I get the same filter at Wally World for $3.50......so di you really save?
I get the same filter at Wally World for $3.50......so di you really save?
rcknecht
Well-Known Member
No, but I was buying NGK plugs for $1.60 each from the same site... It was convenient... I rarely go to WalMart, and did not know that they carry the PH35, which is a odd filter... BTW, you can down load the rebate and get $3.50 back...
AKBASSKING
Active Member
- Apr 13, 2008
- 4,649
- Boat Info
- 1988 Yacht Fisher
- Engines
- Twin 375hp Cat 3208 T/A
PH 30 you can get at Wally World and that all depends on the area...
