2005 XG350 oil filters

Are there any great reasons for using Hyundai oil filters instead of generic
types? Anything truly remarkable about the Hyundai ones?
Thank you,
Seamus J. Wilson

 

I don't think there is anything remarkable about Hyundai filters.
However, there are reasons to avoid some of the generic filters and even
the low-end brand names such as Fram. Many of them are cheaply made
using paper end caps on the filter media and inferior anti-drainback
valves, the latter which can cause valve-train clatter during cold starts.


Matt

 

If you're going to use aftermarket filters (I do), go with something
like the Purolator Pure One filter. It's a high quality product and the
specifications are in line with Hyundai's requirements.

 

Yes, there is at least one web site that has a bunch of filters that a
guy cut apart and dissected. He didn't have a way to test them for
filtration, etc., but just looking at the internal design, components
and type and amount of filter media was enlightening. It didn't take a
rocket scientist to see the difference between the standard Fram and
Wal-Mart generic filters and a real filter like a Purolater, NAPA Gold, etc.


Matt

 

Thank you for the kind replies.
Best,
Seamus J.