The earlier discussion on the DML about oil filters caused me to destroy two new oil filters by cutting them open so everyone could see why we sell and recommend the Purflux filter is over the Fram filter that shows up on so many cross-reference lists on the Internet and elsewhere. http://www.egroups.com/files/dmcnews/Oil+Filters/ By looking at the photos, it's immediately obvious why the Purflux works better and costs more. The filtering material is folded in a 'herringbone' pattern for more filtering ability. Looking carefully, you can also see that the material completely fills the filter, whereas the filtering material in the Fram falls far shorter - again this means the Purflux has more filtering ability. The Purflux filter has metal retainers at the top (as seen in photo) and bottom of the filter, and a stiff spring to hold it in place. The Fram filter uses cardboard retainers at the top and bottom. Though not shown in these photos, the Purflux filter has a much wider rubber gasket on the bottom to ensure a good seal when installed. The Fram has a narrower gasket. Finally, the Purflux filter is the correct size and fits without any clearance problems - no need to install an elbow fitting to move the oil pressure sender out of the way to make some of the cross-reference filters fit. For those so inclined, here is a handy link to purchase this item. http://www.usadmc.com/dmcstore/BuyNow.asp?PartID=600&Qty=1 Feel free to email me with questions or comments... James Espey DeLorean Motor Company Houston, Texas 281/568-9573 800/USA-DMC1 http://www.delorean.com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]