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Fuel and oil filters, what brand for your engine?

Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by mile marker 27, Dec 28, 2021.

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  1. Dec 28, 2021 #1
    mile marker 27

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    I’m done with Napa fuel filters. Seems I have to replace 3 to 1, compared to the Fleetgaurd brand for my N14 and Donaldson for my series 60. At the same time I quit using them for oil and coolant filters. I know Cat encourages the use of their own filters for their engines. I’ve seen a few dissections of Cat filters and they’re without a doubt made better. What is y’all’s experience?
     
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  3. Dec 28, 2021 #2
    AModelCat

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    OEM when possible.
     
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    blairandgretchen

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    I used Fleetgard for the N14, use Napa for the S60. No problems.

    Sure it’s not a fuel issue? How often are you having to change out?
     
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    mile marker 27

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    I ruled out the fuel since I haven’t had to replace the Fleet Guard filter in 5 months and counting. Same fuel stops.
     
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    singlescrewshaker

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    On my old Series 60 getting the OEM was a chore so Donaldson Blue, or Baldwin was always in stock & haven't had issue with either..

    The FleetGuard LF14009NN is the upgrade oil filter the LF9009 that was on the M11 when I got it. Was a long wait to get it, Baldwin BD7309 was in stock so went with that.

    Actually has 20 micron absolute, 5 micron nominal which is better than published 30/10 absolute/nominal of the Fleetguard so may just run with that if availability stays the way it is..
     
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    jason6541

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    I use wix branded filters on everything
    Even my DD15. Same as Napa gold filters
     
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    Oxbow

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    Wouldn't that indicate that the Napa filter was doing more filtering? Smaller micron filtering?

    I have Cats and use Cat filters, and change as soon as I see any decrease in fuel pressure for what it's worth.
     
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    mile marker 27

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    One would think but I’m of the belief that their filters were coming apart.
     
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    Last Call

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    I'am a firm believer Cat oil & fuel filters & Rotella oil.& Howel's fuel treatment..
    I'am sure somebody will call me stupid but that combination has always worked for me
     
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    Oxbow

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    I hadn't thought of that. Good point.
     
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