Kubota filters
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around here we are not impressed with fram- we use mostly wix's or napa-lot of verbage been used up discussing this so one can find ready information- google-best oil filters and see what you come up with----------luck jim
Lockport
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I have a drawer full. They are full synthetic media. A lot of paper media filters, usually indicated by reputation, have or had a tendency at one time to simply fail and activate a built in bypass. Better dirty oil than none. Sometimes the media itself will tear, as well. There used to be website that an individual had compiled a vast array of different filters that were cut open afterwards. He was eventually shut down by legal action taken upon by some large manufactures that did not do well in his study. There was and may still be a mirror of the site existing somewhere out there. It was a great piece of lab work.
DiezNutz
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Under warranty? I would buy a Kubota filter to avoid any possible hassle with a warranty issue.
Out of warranty? I would still buy the Kubota filter because, really, are you going to save that much money? You won't save much money vs. buying a comparable filter from another reputable manufacturer. And that list does not include Fram.
Out of warranty? I would still buy the Kubota filter because, really, are you going to save that much money? You won't save much money vs. buying a comparable filter from another reputable manufacturer. And that list does not include Fram.
timswi
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I only use Kubota filters. Going aftermarket isn't worth it on machines this expensive.
Thomas
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I just as soon stick w/factory,because something should go wrong easier to talk w/dealer than 800 number etc. etc...might pay tad more but peace of mine worth it.
lovemytoys
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take a look at the web site Engine Oil Filter Study
bp fick
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Fully aware I run against the grain here on TBN with this issue. First, I use only Kubota HST filters. I do not believe there is an equivalent to be found and so there will be no risky business over that one.
On the oil filter? Here's where I take a different point of view. It isn't going to cure cancer or solve world peace, but I just don't want a Kubota oil filter that is made in China. Not when I can buy a Hastings/Baldwin with great quality and made by Huskers in Nebraska. No big deal, it's just what I do.
(btw, Go Big Red)
On the oil filter? Here's where I take a different point of view. It isn't going to cure cancer or solve world peace, but I just don't want a Kubota oil filter that is made in China. Not when I can buy a Hastings/Baldwin with great quality and made by Huskers in Nebraska. No big deal, it's just what I do.
(btw, Go Big Red)
gilraine
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With a baldwin filter, you still get a great filter. Fram filters are junk, won't even run one on my lawn mower. They cost me an engine in 2003, the oil pump sucked the filter media out and it clogged the pickup at 7500 RPM.
DiezNutz
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I don't think anybody will fault you for that.
Yours is a respectable decision, and you're still not risking your equipment with a bargain-basement filter. :thumbsup:Agree completely.
I have a good friend (no, for real) that ran Fram oil filters on his sport bike even after we berated him for it, and the outcome was identical to yours. Have heard other stories from mechanic friends of cars coming in with Fram filters blown apart.
I shudder to think there are Fram filters out there that actually fit Kubotas.
The best Fram filter is the one that doesn't exist.
Larry Caldwell
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As everyone seems to agree, stay away from el cheapo filters, particularly on diesel engines. NAPA filters are good quality, and for HST filters, NAPA is your only aftermarket option.
