Oil Filter???

**97ss10** · 07-31-2008 11:06 AM

So is it common practice just to use factory oil filters? I looked for aftermarket (Mobil 1) for my 2003 3.0L but the only one I found was Purolator or Wix. I also used Mobil 1 oil, hope that's acceptable. Thanks a lot!

**pondside36** · 07-31-2008 11:17 AM

Buy the Audi oil filters (larger new style), I believe they are made by MANN, you can find them for varying prices on the web, ECS sells them and most of the other major tunning companies..

**Nebone** · 07-31-2008 11:19 AM

German Filters

**sloweryucf** · 07-31-2008 12:08 PM

All new replacement filters should be the larger size.

**04QuattroTurbo** · 07-31-2008 12:24 PM

Yeah, use the larger sized filter, to help prevent the sludge problems with the 1.8T engine.

**ECS Tuning-Audi** · 07-31-2008 12:48 PM

We have a selection of OEM filters available, also available in 5 or 10 packs:

http://www.ecstuning.com/stage/edpd/...aign=postreply

**97ss10** · 07-31-2008 02:02 PM

OEM it is! I have the 3.0 if that makes a difference. Thanks guys

**Mike02A4** · 07-31-2008 02:50 PM

I use the mobil 1 m1-301, its easy to find in any parts store.

**97ss10** · 07-31-2008 02:52 PM

But that's for the 1.8...Mobil 1 does not currently make an oil filter for the 3.0

**zz2h33** · 07-31-2008 08:24 PM

Anyone run Napa Gold? They are made by WIX. Supposed to be a good product.

**04QuattroTurbo** · 08-01-2008 10:48 AM

The big thing is that you should change the oil filter every 5000 miles with your oil, so you don't really need to get all excited or attached to your oil filter. The key is to change it and get the right size. With that said, I'm not at all implying you get a Fram or similar, but get one that is approved and cheap, if you drive your car with reasonable frequency, it won't be on for too long.