I'm planning on changing my oil soon and the filter that I bought today doesn't seem to be the same size as the one that's already on the car - the one that I've bought is a lot "fatter" than the one that's on the car (quite slim compared) so obviously I'm now reluctant to fit it. The replacement one is a fram filter part number PH5280, according to their book it's the right one for my car. I can't make out the one that's on the car.

I drive a stock 94wrx and would REALLY appreciate someone pointing me in the right direction - i.e is it ok to use?? thanks guys

 

DO NOT use a fram filter, i wouldn't use a fram filter on a fiesta never mind a subaru.

you can get a genuine subaru filter (slimmer type) for around £4.50 from the dealers.

i only use genuine oil filters for a good reason.

what oil are you planning on using?

 

oh dear!! any particular reason why you don't use fram filters? I've always used them on all my other cars and never had a problem? Obviously I'd like to use the gen article but my nearest subaru main dealer is feckin MILES away and the postage would probably cost more then the filter and besides, I want to get my hands dirty NOW!!! not have to wait for a dealer to get his finger out - I'll also be using shell helix if I can find any tomorrow.

 

ok - this gets worse, I just checked out the camskill website and they're offering the "fat" one for sale as well!! HELP!!!!!

 

Ok, i had this same problem a few weeks back.

Subaru changed supplier. the smaller one is the latest supply.

You can get genuine ones on ebay

 

thanks for the heads-up Japimport - does this mean I can use a "fat" one then if the OEM ones changed from fat to thin?

 

yes you can use a fat one just don't use a fram one!

helix is ok if its a standard(ish) car.

 

you enjoying the new spoiler mate? and have you changed those god forsaken wheels lol. you werent keen on them were you fella?

 

how ya doin mate!?! yes - changed the wheels, got some 16inch sti wheels (2nd hand) and some flush fit valves, had the tyres swopped over so now all I've got to do is change that ****e steering wheel ............

 

good good fella. just trying to sort out a decent decat exhaust for the scoob. then maybe a remap etc. few graphics on her but to a decent taste.