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Originally Posted by khoerling
After reading your response a few times over,
I think you are claiming that my replacement filter is of
a lesser quality than the OEM one.
I doubt that is the case because both parts seemed to be
exactly the same from visual inspection. If there is any difference,
it would be within the internals of that flat region.
Both parts are screens if you want to get technical.
Neither part has a paper filter, like you might be thinking.
k.h.
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I'm a bit worried about the difference between OEM and aftermarket parts. I know that the exterior of the parts are exactly the same (by looking at your pics), but are you sure that the interior is the same? For example, a Fram or Purolator engine oil filter is the exact size and shape of an OEM engine oil filter, but the actual filter filiament within an OEM filter is of a much better quality.
I'm worried b/c I don't want to put in an aftermarket filter and then later only having to replace it again.
And, yes, the price is an issue. If I can spend $30 for an aftermarket and it's the exact same part (both externally and internally), then I'd rather save the money by not buying an OEM filter for twice as much as the aftermarket one.
Great DIY though, I'm inspired to do it. I'm just a bit concerned about the quality of an aftermarket part.