Oil Filter Recommendations ??

[Dan Topp]

Dusty,
Thanks for the mention.

Taking apart filters is meaningless. It is for clicks.

Testing any product is about, testing the object of the product (e.g. filtration, construction for the intended purpose).

The other thing is that the balance for the intended purpose. For oil filters it is filtration and oil flow. It makes no sense to have 99.99% of 5 microns if the oil flow isn't what the engine needs.

I use Lugard for oil and it is not filtered out by an oil filter while others are.

Lubegard Bio-Tech Engine Oil Protectant is a liquid, not a solid particle additive, and therefore does not have a "micron size." Unlike solid lubricants (e.g., PTFE, moly) that can clog filters, Lubegard uses liquid wax ester (LXE) technology that dissolves in oil, designed to reduce friction and wear. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

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As to FRAM, many places are selling them at clearence prices and can't be found at the Walmarts I looked at. The question is will FRAM get that distribution back.
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The Carquest looks like a very good filter to me.

Meaningless until you find bad news but a long reach magnet through the drain plug may find things too.

 

[Cruze418]

I just changed the oil in my '21 5.7 Ram. Purolator PBL24651 and 0-40 Mobile 1. It's a large filter, about the size of the old short filters from way back when. Will see how it does, just never liked these itty bitty filters that we are supposed to use.

 

[Zoe Saldana]

Meaningless until you find bad news but a long reach magnet through the drain plug may find things too.View attachment 584042View attachment 584043

You might think that has something to do with the oil filter; but it does not.

The motor oil flow direction is:
The flow path is: Sump \ Pickup Tube \Pump \Filter \Gallery \ Crankshaft/Camshafts \ Return to Sump

So that thing was stopped by the pick up tube's baffle from getting to the filter.

It would have had to go the full route through the filter to get back to the sump.

What you posted has nothing to do with the filter!

 

[scottellis1958]

I'm a 3.6 guy, but had a fram filter fail. Bought a Mopar filter no problem. Fyi

 

[Dusty]

I'm a 3.6 guy, but had a fram filter fail. Bought a Mopar filter no problem. Fyi

What was the failure of the Fram filter? How did it fail?

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33-gallon fuel tank, 18” wheels. Build Date: 3 June 2018. Now at 152203 miles.

 

[Rustypipes12]

I use PPE for the 6.4 hemi in my 2500. Alot of people don't want to spend the $15 for a filter. I hear the Fram has been bought by PGI who make Premium Guard oil filters which are supposed to be pretty good.

 

[js12278]

I’ll be using the Purolator One (not the Boss) until they bring the Fram XG10060 back.
PGI is supposed to go back into the same building and bring back the employees. I pass that place 10x a week. Huge impact on the community.
Walmart inventory off the Fram oil filters XG10060 for real empty as soon as word got out Champion (First Brands) was folding. Patience I guess.

 

[bjayscanlon]

I've not used one yet, but I have heard the Mobil 1 210A is an alternative to the little M1 113A. I may try this.

 

[IdaRam4x4]

Top recommendations for the 5.7 Hemi (e.g., Ram 1500, Challenger, etc.) are synthetic-media filters like Royal Purple, Fram Ultra/XG2 (or equivalent FS2), Wix XP/NAPA Platinum, and Mobil 1 Extended Performance. These stand out in forum consensus (RAMForum, BobIsTheOilGuy/BITOG), cut-open tests, and efficiency specs. No single “best” filter has comprehensive peer-reviewed empirical data specific to the 5.7 Hemi, but real-world results from user reports, used oil analyses (UOAs), and independent tests (e.g., ISO 4548-12 particle efficiency) support these.

Filtration Efficiency and Capacity (Key Metrics)

Fram Ultra/XG2: Often tops independent comparisons with ~99% efficiency at 20 microns (verified ISO/SAE tests). Strong synthetic media, good capacity, and build quality. Performs well in particle retention tests vs. competitors.

Royal Purple: 99%+ at ~25 microns (80% at 10 microns). Excellent construction (high burst strength, synthetic media). Frequently ranked #1 or #2 in Hemi-specific threads for balance of flow, filtration, and durability.

Wix XP (or NAPA Platinum): Good overall (high capacity for extended intervals), but lower efficiency at finer particles (~50% at 20 microns per some reports; better at larger sizes). Strong in recent 2026 engineer tests for all-around performance.

Mobil 1 EP: Solid ~99% at 30 microns. Reliable in high-mileage use; often wins or ties in lab-style tests for low restriction and particle capture.

OEM Mopar filters (e.g., MO-339/4892339 series) are adequate for stock intervals but smaller with less media than premium aftermarket options. Many users upgrade for better capacity.

Bypass valve note: Hemis run higher oil pressure (especially cold). Stock Mopar ~12 psi bypass; larger/Wix/SRT equivalents (e.g., MO-041/05038041AA or Wix 57899) often 16-18+ psi to reduce unfiltered oil flow. This matters for cold starts or high-RPM use.

Real-World Results and UOAs

Forums (RAMForum, BITOG, Reddit): Thousands of miles on these filters with Pennzoil Ultra Platinum, Mobil 1, or similar synthetics (5W-20/5W-30) at 5k-10k intervals show clean engines, low debris in cut-open filters, and acceptable wear metals. High iron in some UOAs is common to 5.7 Hemis (cam/lifter issues) but not clearly tied to filter brand when using quality synthetics.

Cut-open and lab tests: Premium synthetics (Fram Ultra, RP, Purolator Boss) excel in media quality, flow restriction, and contaminant holding vs. standard filters. Wix XP praised for longevity.

Longevity: Users report 100k+ miles with no filter-related issues on these. Pair with synthetic oil and regular changes (5-7.5k miles typical) for best results. Magnets/drain plugs add value for debris monitoring.

Practical advice: Match filter to your OCI and driving (larger for extended). Fram Ultra or Royal Purple for top filtration; Wix XP/Mobil 1 for value/long drains. Verify fitment (e.g., larger “SRT-style” for more media on some 5.7s). Change with oil. Any major brand beats cheap paper filters. Consult your manual for specs.

 

[06 Dodge]

I use PPE for the 6.4 hemi in my 2500. Alot of people don't want to spend the $15 for a filter. I hear the Fram has been bought by PGI who make Premium Guard oil filters which are supposed to be pretty good.

I see this alot from guys who buy a $100K diesel truck and the only want to spend $4.99 for an oil filter instead of buying a quality one for $19.00 but then if you only run the oil for 5K a mid range oil filter may be okay for the Hemi

 

[Nitroram1976]

I been looking at those PPE filters actually has a magnetic base on the filter that’s next level product I run Amsoil with prolube additive I run Wix now but gonna change to PPE

 

[Nitroram1976]

I see this alot from guys who buy a $100K diesel truck and the only want to spend $4.99 for an oil filter instead of buying a quality one for $19.00 but then if you only run the oil for 5K a mid range oil filter may be okay for the Hemi

I see this alot from guys who buy a $100K diesel truck and the only want to spend $4.99 for an oil filter instead of buying a quality one for $19.00 but then if you only run the oil for 5K a mid range oil filter may be okay for the Hemi

Those PPE filters gotta be the best in the industry that magnetic base is some serious insurance

 

[Silby]

For the size I can fit in my 19 classic 5.7 is puny compared to everything else I have , but I’ve settled for RP 10-48 or wix are View attachment 583991View attachment 583992View attachment 583993well built and I’ve cut a few apart.Started to be hard to get.

Would that fit a 2014 hemi?

 

[Silby]

Top recommendations for the 5.7 Hemi (e.g., Ram 1500, Challenger, etc.) are synthetic-media filters like Royal Purple, Fram Ultra/XG2 (or equivalent FS2), Wix XP/NAPA Platinum, and Mobil 1 Extended Performance. These stand out in forum consensus (RAMForum, BobIsTheOilGuy/BITOG), cut-open tests, and efficiency specs. No single “best” filter has comprehensive peer-reviewed empirical data specific to the 5.7 Hemi, but real-world results from user reports, used oil analyses (UOAs), and independent tests (e.g., ISO 4548-12 particle efficiency) support these.

Filtration Efficiency and Capacity (Key Metrics)

Fram Ultra/XG2: Often tops independent comparisons with ~99% efficiency at 20 microns (verified ISO/SAE tests). Strong synthetic media, good capacity, and build quality. Performs well in particle retention tests vs. competitors.

Royal Purple: 99%+ at ~25 microns (80% at 10 microns). Excellent construction (high burst strength, synthetic media). Frequently ranked #1 or #2 in Hemi-specific threads for balance of flow, filtration, and durability.

Wix XP (or NAPA Platinum): Good overall (high capacity for extended intervals), but lower efficiency at finer particles (~50% at 20 microns per some reports; better at larger sizes). Strong in recent 2026 engineer tests for all-around performance.

Mobil 1 EP: Solid ~99% at 30 microns. Reliable in high-mileage use; often wins or ties in lab-style tests for low restriction and particle capture.

OEM Mopar filters (e.g., MO-339/4892339 series) are adequate for stock intervals but smaller with less media than premium aftermarket options. Many users upgrade for better capacity.

Bypass valve note: Hemis run higher oil pressure (especially cold). Stock Mopar ~12 psi bypass; larger/Wix/SRT equivalents (e.g., MO-041/05038041AA or Wix 57899) often 16-18+ psi to reduce unfiltered oil flow. This matters for cold starts or high-RPM use.

Real-World Results and UOAs

Forums (RAMForum, BITOG, Reddit): Thousands of miles on these filters with Pennzoil Ultra Platinum, Mobil 1, or similar synthetics (5W-20/5W-30) at 5k-10k intervals show clean engines, low debris in cut-open filters, and acceptable wear metals. High iron in some UOAs is common to 5.7 Hemis (cam/lifter issues) but not clearly tied to filter brand when using quality synthetics.

Cut-open and lab tests: Premium synthetics (Fram Ultra, RP, Purolator Boss) excel in media quality, flow restriction, and contaminant holding vs. standard filters. Wix XP praised for longevity.

Longevity: Users report 100k+ miles with no filter-related issues on these. Pair with synthetic oil and regular changes (5-7.5k miles typical) for best results. Magnets/drain plugs add value for debris monitoring.

Practical advice: Match filter to your OCI and driving (larger for extended). Fram Ultra or Royal Purple for top filtration; Wix XP/Mobil 1 for value/long drains. Verify fitment (e.g., larger “SRT-style” for more media on some 5.7s). Change with oil. Any major brand beats cheap paper filters. Consult your manual for specs.

They don’t make the platinum NAPA filter anymore.

 

[Zoe Saldana]

The specs are average:

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0611/8539/2883/files/114000760_Filter_Spec_Sheet.pdf?v=1748468382

I been looking at those PPE filters actually has a magnetic base on the filter that’s next level product I run Amsoil with prolube additive I run Wix now but gonna change to PPE

 

[06 Dodge]

The specs are average:

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0611/8539/2883/files/114000760_Filter_Spec_Sheet.pdf?v=1748468382

Agree being there oil filters are 20 micron with a 98% Efficiency Rating, if I was to use one I would want to know who makes them for PPE and hope its not some place in China..

 

[Nitroram1976]

Agree being there oil filters are 20 micron with a 98% Efficiency Rating, if I was to use one I would want to know who makes them for PPE and hope its not some place in China..

I’m with you, I know there facility is in north Las Vegas, but yes would be nice to see who actually manufactures them

 

[Govtman]

I’ve seen a couple engine guys switch to the MO899 for the extra capacity and extra filtering media. The filter uses the same thread size and overall length however the filter is a larger diameter and there has been some suggestion of clearance issues with a line or a hose close to it. Same cost as original. Next oil change I’m going to switch to the larger if I have the room

I have a '19 classic 2wd and use the 899 size filter. You have to come in from front toward the radiator with new filter. There is a passage way of sorts under the exhaust manifold back to where filter is.

When removing used filter I have a tray under it so it directs oil past electric steering gear and bring it out the back. Watch out you don't drop it in oil pan or you will get face full of oil. Ask me how I know!

 

[EdGs]

Watch out you don't drop it in oil pan or you will get face full of oil. Ask me how I know!

Ahh, yes.

Bet you couldn't do it any better if you were trying.

I had similar with the radiator drain plug on my '15. Got a nice blast of coolant when the plug popped out. Tastes terrible.....lol

 

[mdc1990zr1]

I have a '19 classic 2wd and use the 899 size filter. You have to come in from front toward the radiator with new filter. There is a passage way of sorts under the exhaust manifold back to where filter is.

When removing used filter I have a tray under it so it directs oil past electric steering gear and bring it out the back. Watch out you don't drop it in oil pan or you will get face full of oil. Ask me how I know!

I found that I like to drain the oil hot and take the filter off cold. By placing towels and cardboard down and the filter being cold, I can manipulate it out with minimal spillage. And if I remember, disposable gloves help keeping oil off me