Walmart Supertech Oil Filter MP9688 Cut Open vs. K&N Oil Filter SO1004 Cut Open
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- Опубликовано: 9 май 2022
- Oil Filter Inspection.
Is this Supertech oil filter the same as this K&N oil filter? Let's open them up and find out!
Supertech MP9688: www.walmart.com/ip/SuperTech-...
K&N SO1004: www.walmart.com/ip/K-N-Select...
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WHAT ARE SOME ALTERNATIVES TO THIS FILTER ?
I MEAN LARGER FILTERS WHICH ARE COMPATIBLE
THEY BOTH FIT THE 6th GEN ACCORD V6
ANYONE AWARE OF ANY OTHERS WHICH ARE LARGER AND COMPATIBLE ?
I don't know of any larger Supertechs or K&Ns that would fit. But I think a Wix 51568 is a larger filter that would fit.
I'll pin your comment so that it sits on top.
I use a wix 51347 in a 2013 Accord which I believe is supposed to use the same filter as the 6th gen Accord. It's been great so far.
That's a hell of a price difference just to have the k&n name on it.
Well, spilling the beans on these filters may put your life at risk. If you disappear suddenly, we'll know why. Thanks and great job as always!
Pete didn't hang himself! Neither did John McAfee.
You're Welcome!
You are starting to sound a lot like Hillary and her 'Epsteining' people.
right
LOL well I've met a lot of ppl who, presented with these two on the store shelves, with you telling them they are the same, with you sending them the link to this video, will somehow still come out the store having bought the "brand name" (in this case K&N). Similarly no matter how good you tell them Super Tech synthetic oil is, guess what they're going to buy instead? All for their 15yr old beater car that's got all kind of oil leaks, exhaust leaks, faded and swirled paint, engine light on, etc...but nah man their car is too good for Super Tech! 🤨 That's why companies don't care this info is "out there" as it barely affects their sales/profits at all.
Years ago, I worked at a oil filter company in Greensboro, NC and learned they made filters for many brands and most are identical. So these two were probably made in Greensboro using the exact same materials except for the color and brand name.
Same here. APT and then SPX Filtran in Lugoff, SC. I'm sure I've been to the plant you are referring to.
I made a comment about a friend of mine's dad recently lol. His late father while alive was, "are you stupid don't buy that filter buy this" man saved me tons of money on oil changes as I was a broke kid doing my own changes
Wow! Definitely a case where you are just paying for the name....
What you mean like BMW.
@@bobmitchell8012 pretty much lmao, everything on those cars is plastic
I buy Super Tech Synthetic and Super Tech Oil Filters!! For the price and quality you can not beat it!!!!
@@bdufrene27 Same. Did you see the video on Project Farm about Super Tech?
So, I've dropped Mobil One and am using Super Tech oil and filters in all 5 vehicles.
yup .. prob same manufactor
another example of brand loyalty marketing, thanks for the great comparison video
Hi Robert,
You're Welcome!
Thanks for your feedback!
Both look real clean. No slop which is encouraging. Supertech wins because it offers a better value and because its blue lol! Great video! 👍👍
Thank You!
OMG!!! thanks for the video, now i m switching to super tech ! even if the filter element is a little thinner in thickness, still 99.99% identical from an K&N, which is one of the best filter out there.
Both look good to go and very serviceable. They are twins. Thanks for the video, Pete.
You're Welcome!👍
@@WhipCityWrencher I have used both of these filters on my ‘16 Honda Civic for approx. 7K mile interval. To be honest, I couldn’t really tell a difference, and for the price point, I’d go with the SuperTech MP series. 😊👍🏼
they are both by champion. I researched this yesterday. Put it on my lexus. replaced a KN..
GREAT VIDEO
Thank You!
This is a classic case of paying more for a name.
Es increible tu investigacion y comparacion gracias x tomarce el tiempo y desglosar con detalle estos dos acesorios o filtros
Hi Julian, You're Welcome!
Thank You!
WOW, Didn't see that coming!! I know what filter I'm buying going forward. Thanks for exposing the truth about Supertech filters and K&N. Again good content sir.
Your Welcome Mike,
Glad you liked the video.
Your voice sounds exactly like "Ford Boss Me" channel on you tube. Love your info on oil filters.
Well, I'm not sure about that. LOL
I watch his videos and occasionally he comes over and comments on mine.
Thanks👍, I'm glad you like the videos.
Wow, the competition was so close that they duked each other out. lol. Great topic idea once again. I watched parts of it more than once.
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Actually these two particular filters in this video are both made by champion labs. This is a branding war. 🤣
wow. Talk about paying for the name. I thought more of KN. I use it in my bike. Thanks again Pete. Keep these videos going. 👍🏻🇺🇸
You're Welcome! John
I use ST filters and synthetic oil. Great products
I've been using supertech filters for years. They work great
Thanks for Sharing👍
Thanks for answering this question. Need to save ad much as possible in these times.
Your Welcome!
Glad you found the video helpful.
Super Tech for the Victory!!!
Great Work Wrencher!
It’s too close to call on these two filters! They look like the same filter, just different names and colors!
Thanks again buddy for your hard work and insight!
Enjoy your week again Sir!!
Take Care and Be Safe!
Thanks, Steven,
You have a great week also.
Unfortunately, I have a toothache and it's coming out this Thursday.
@@WhipCityWrencher ugh, get to feeling better soon sir!
@@stevenwright248 Thanks!
Top work - just goes to show the value of a “premium” brand just is a fantasy.
Maybe we shouldn’t be surprised. Grocery’s stores and Costco contract with major brands to make their store brand products. Chances are there are only a few companies in the US that make oil filters. They probably make multiple brands.
It depends a lot on where you place your values.
My chief concern is Micron Rating, and the Bosch Premium oil filter has one of the very best Micron Ratings in the industry.
Their patented FILTECH media beats the others flat.
The "fantasy" lives in the minds of those who believe that the Cheap Stuff is just as good as the Good Stuff.
@@SlikLizrd My comment was in referring in a direct head to head - colour and packing were the only discernible differences apart from the price of course. If premium does indeed give a superior product feature that affects the product performance (eg reported filter medium grade) then I’m with you that it’s a question of what you value most. (Just don’t get me started on my wife’s choice of cosmetics!)
@@chrismarsh3933 Okey-dokey !!
You are correct, like automotive batteries, filters are manufactured by a few companies that others put there name on, for instance, Wix, Napa and Carquest are all the same filter, last four of the part numbers are even the same.
I use super tech oil and filter in my '15 outback. Change oil every 4 to 5 thou. Miles. No problems! Thanks for your review of these products. Don't listen to the haters and 'experts' out there. Excellent report, well done!
Thanks for sharing!
Yeah, those experts don't know a damned thing about oil and/or oil filters -- WHAT !???
Do you know what the word "expert" means !?
People become "experts" by being thoroughly trained in the design, construction, care, and feeding of their assigned product specialties.
Whip City Wrencher's extensive experience with cutting oil filters open and reporting on his findings qualifies him as an "expert" on the subject -- AND he listens to his followers' suggestions, and he acts accordingly.
I suggest that you quit with that "haters" bulls**t -- it's stupid !!
Daaaannng! So, it seems K&N makes Walmart's SuperTech MP Series Oil Filters, or at least the MP9688. That said, I am more than happy that I watched this video by WCW. Thank you very much!
You're Welcome! Glad you liked the video!
I'm pretty sure both of these filters were made by Champ Lab.
Honestly, any oil filter will work, depending on your driving habits and maintenance of your vehicle. I practically used every oil filter you can buy for a Toyota Camry and had no issues. Yes, I even used the Fram "Orange can of death." I just change my oil every 6 months regardless of mileage and I drive speed limit. I just prefer Puralator BOSS because it's built like a brick and the design is flawless. Also, it's made in the USA .
I enjoy your oil filter videos because it's nice to see what companies charge more and reduce materials in their products. Thanks for your video, Whip City!
I try em all too. Can't say I ever had one cause a problem, orange can of death included.
You're Welcome!
Thanks for sharing!
Agreed!
ive seen enough fram filters cut open to know they are the orange cans of life
Have used a cheap Fram for years on a 99 Explorer with 200k miles. Still runs...
Great Job, Whip. If a person buys the Supertech oil filter and Walmart synthetic motor oil, they would save about $10 to $15 per oil change compared to the name brands. You have definitely changed my perception about Supertech oil filters.
Thank You!
Using your figures of $15 savings per O.C.I. -- If we get the Brand X stuff instead of the Good Stuff, we'll save a whopping 0.003 cents-per-mile on a 5,000-mile oil change.
Considering the fact that WalMart workers are grossly underpaid and the Waltons are one of the richest families in America, I will GLADLY pay that extra 0.003 cents-per-mile to avoid spending money at WalMart.
@@SlikLizrd My wife and I have three cars, so $45 three or four times a year adds up. Do you think the employees at Auto Zone or O'Reilly make more than workers at Wal-Mart? What difference does it make if I purchase Mobil One oil or Supertech oil at Wal-Mart? Your argument is not logical.
@@chriscosby2459 I see. 3 cars x $15 dollars each = $45 ESTIMATED savings -- at 3 OR 4 times a year.
Is it 3, or is it 4 ?? There is a big difference between 3 and 4, and when we're splitting hairs, it matters.
Did you know that WalMart pays it's workers so poorly that they can't get by without Public Assistance (welfare), and that WE TAXPAYERS are burdened with making up the difference !??
You seem to be quite ill-informed regarding WalMart's battle with it's workers -- and with the communities that have to shell out welfare payments because WalMart is the CHAMPION of low wages and inadequate benefits.
@@SlikLizrd If a person doesn't like working at Wal-Mart, then they should find another job. I have never seen anyone forced at gun point to work at Wal-Mart.
We use the Super Tech Synthetic Oil Filters at our family Auto Shop here in Arizona 🏜
A lot of filter brands are made by Champion, just painted different colors
I know Mobil, k&n and super tech are.
Thank you for the great information video. I’ve always AC Delco on my GM vehicles bought at Walmart because of less money & Castrol motor oil. Now due to fixed income I’ve switched to Super Tech filters & oil. Due to the supply chain issues, sometimes Walmart is out of the filters, I’ll get the next cheapest.
Your Welcome!
Thanks for sharing!👍
And around here both Quaker State Synthetic and Pennzoil Platinum costs less than Super Tech Synthetic. So I buy Pennzoil Platinum.
What a deal, especially the Super Tech! Not too bad for that price! 👍
Hi Ella, Thanks!😊
@@WhipCityWrencher, 👍🙂
They came off the same exact line. That’s crazy.
Sometimes super tech comes with an extra thick, flat O-ring without a bevel. Nice to know they are the same filters.
Cool unboxing 😍
Cool! I like the videos, very informative.
I can't help but wonder what do or did you use to do for a living?
Hi Jake, Thanks!
I've had a lot of odd jobs over the years, some included working at a body shop, being a Taxi driver to working at a local auto parts store. But mostly machine operator at a textile mill. I was in a pretty bad accident (not my fault) in 2000 that put a titanium rod in my femur and I've been taking it easy since then.
Awesome vid! Ive been using supertech for 7 years now. 1000s of miles surfing in baja and oregon. No issues whatsoever! 98 4runner #st3614 filter.
Thanks!
Glad you like the video👍
I've been had. Just changed oil & filter on my 2008 Merc Sable. Went to Walmart to buy the stuff, and they were OUT of Motorcraft filters, so I grabbed the K & N just for the brand.
I know my Walmarts out of the Motorcrafts also. Sucks.
Where we shop they switched to purolator. We are buying the mid range blue one. They don't stock too many premium ones
The Supertech is the smarter buy, here. Darn good filter, too.
I be dam those are those the same for almost half the price nice work
Thank You!👍
Very Helpful!
Both a similar. Another good review. TFS Merri :)
Hi Merri, Thank You!😊
Champ filter corp makes both of them, easy way to ID a champ is most of them have writing on the ends
Yikes , never saw that coming.
Walmart. Now doesn’t sell the mp filter line . U might find some in store on clearance
That supertech is light years ahead of Fram garbage
GREAT VIDEO!!!! Thanks!!!!!!
Hi rengoman,
Thanks, Glad you liked it!
Thank you
You're welcome!
Im not surprised. Thanks for this video definitely very interesting and informative. 👍Well supertech it is for now on lol
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I’ve used Walmart oil, filters, and other misc accessories for years. They are fine.
Thanks for sharing!👍
One thing I noticed for sure was that the K&N endcap has more robust looking spot welds.
One thing I'm not sure about is the anti drain back valve. It looked like the blue Supertech one was a bit floppier than the K&N. I don't know if that would be a good thing or not.
Lastly, the stamped bypass valve spring looked like crap in the K&N. Did you notice how wrinkly it is?
No, I'm not a K&N fanboi at all. I bought a truck with a K&N air filter once and immediately changed it out. So no. Not a believer, I'm just pointing out that there appear to be differences that may or may not be important, but I would say that some parts go down a different line.
My guess is that they are probably made on two different machines/lines just because they are not the same color.
But for the most part, they are the same. You could probably open these up on a different day and the Supertech base plate welds may look different. The same goes with the bypass valves.
Thanks for your feedback!
really love your content on oil Filters. One thing my squirrel brain keeps thinking. When you use a knife, scissors or w/e cutting device. I would think that it would crush the filter media in some fashion. And then your using a micron device to measure thickness. I think this would impact the results. I understand this isn't science perfect and you do great work. Just a thought that i had watching your videos. The only suggestion i could make would be to not cut out a section OR cut out a larger piece so that the crushing effect isn't so close to where your taking the measurements.
I appreciate your concern that the measurement may not be exact and it's not exact because the filter element is not exactly the same thickness throughout the whole filter. I can measure one spot and go to another area and the measurement will be slightly different. The thickness gauge that I use has a flat surface that is about 3/8 of an inch wide and I cut the filter with scissors at the seams. It's going to measure the thickest part of that area. I dont think it affects the outcome at all. Thanks for your suggestion.
@@WhipCityWrencher Wow ty for the nice reply. And sorry, I hope i didn't come off as a Chair warrior. It was just a thought that kept going threw my head.
So again ty for the nice reply and explanation. Love your content keep up the good work!
@@ryanengle3188 Thank You!👍
Great Job! Glad I am not paying K&N premium for what I can get at the Super Tech price point.
Thank You!
I open a K&N HP in a couple of weeks, you might want to watch that one.
This one is interesting since both filters are made by the same company, Champion labs.
What a racket. Thanks.
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I ordered 12 of the super tech 9688 from Walmart for 3$ each months ago. Works for my two cars
Thanks for sharing!
I said it before, Supertech filters are a great buy, I actually like the way Supertech filters are made over most other brands.
Thanks for your feedback!
I imagine that the oil flow with the center core design can't be beat. As long as you dutifully change every 6 months, you should reap the benefits of this design.
..I don't like the plastic cores, though...I am sure they are fine, but I like to see perforated metal down in there...
@@dyer2cycle Nothing wrong with the plastic core, oil flow is unimpeded
Supertech stuff may be GREAT -- but I don't shop at WalMart, because they pay their workers so poorly that many of them must rely on public assistance (WELFARE) to feed their families.
WalMart's low prices are made possible by their sub-standard wages. As usual.
Learn something new everyday, could you do a filter cut open on the white k&n oil filter?
Sure,
I have a long to-do list but I'll put it on there.
Excellent Video.
I hate paying extra for the name on the outside of a product, if there is no difference to its construction.
With this being said, the upper line Fram and extended life Supertech offerings definitely has my attention.
Thank You! and
Thanks for the feedback!👍
YEP. The Brand Names can fool ya with different models and specs.
Example:
FRAM filters get beat up badly, all because of the old-timey "Orange Can of Death" moniker.
Fact is, the newer FRAM ULTRA has some of the best specs in the business, and is more than suitable for most engines and applications.
We all have our own preferences, and there is no "one size fits all" deal going on anywhere.
I research my parts purchases BEFORE buying, and find these reviews helpful in some cases, but not all.
I notice this is a trend now days with what I call "Secondary brands", Primary being the big 4, P F W and C. The secondary bands look like they just bid out to the big 3 and whoever comes back the cheapest ends up making the filters for however long the contract period is for, which seems to be 2-5 years just from my observations. I also am noticing that Champ seems to be going away from the double plate inlet holes for this style shown.
In my observation the double plate still seems to be used on filters with the combo valve, and the more fram-esque plate is used on the ones with a bypass valve in the leaf spring.
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I believe both are made by Champ Labs or in other words, Fram Filtration. Nice job keep it up.
Thank You!
Champ Labs for sure.
Yeah, nobody ever talks about that😂
I almost bought one of those K&N filters last time I bought oil for an oil change at Walmart, I'm glad didn't now.
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I would like to see a wix filter vs a micro guard from O Reillys I believe they are exactly the same as well except for the drain back valve
I did one a while back, they have a Microgard select also that costs more and is probably better ruclips.net/video/MDg7sPH6Uv4/видео.html&ab_channel=WhipCityWrencher
1st again lol
9pm New Zealand time
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Been using S/T for the past 10 years
I better go stock up S/T filters before the price goes up
damn this whole time I've been wasting money on K&N when in fact its the exact same filter just different color. you really saved me, I will be switching. maybe do a video on the mobil one filter vs the super tech? thanks!
You're Welcome!
I may do that filter comparison, I put it on my to-do list.
Nice job Whip showing the 'sameness'. Is that a word? LOL I say only difference color of adbv and can color. I like the ST MP series filters, worth $5.50 imo. I like how they extend the sealing gasket to the O.D. of filter too on this application. Other 9688/3593a filters use a narrow gasket that doesn't extend to O.D. And as you state it is a "nylon" core, ACDelco info also made by Champ Labs confirms that. Also noticed your thumb nail bruise right at the very end on this one. 👍Thanks for vid.
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Forgot to mention the videos aren't shown necessarily in order so the bruise could come back (I don't remember) LOL
@@WhipCityWrencher That's ok Whip, you previously mentioned that it was now gone. Just kinda cool to watch it move across your nail.
@@faxmen09 LOL I have two new ones that are much smaller on each thumb. I dont even know how I got them? LOL
@@WhipCityWrencher I hate when that happens!🤣
3:14 bingo. Good video bud
Thank You!
I used to make filters. Start of the shift. Blank filters. Paint them white we got an order from X. Mid shift. Change the paint color to yellow we got an order from XX. Oh and look at the box, XX claims 30% more efficiency then X. Since the media (filter paper) looks the same between the two filters you showed in the video it would be safe to assume that the filters came off the same process, factory, and line. The plastisol (glue) looks the same also. I would be interested to know if the K&N box made any bold claims of superiority! Good video by the way.
Hi Herb,
Thanks for sharing and Glad you liked the video.
I've opened a few filters that have had different claims but the media looked the same.
I guess they're playing with numbers.
Would you ever consider a small engine filter comparison like say Briggs and Stratton VS Maxpower?
I still like my Toyota filters. Definitely shocked that they’re identical
If I'm not mistaken, Wix makes many filters for other labels. I wouldn't be surprised if it makes both the "Super Tech" and the "K&N" filters.
I think these are both made by Champ Labs. Read the Pinned comment up Top.
The plastic inner cage kinda concerns me on these filters. If that broke apart would send pieces throughout the motor. I'm sure its been tested though I guess.
Same filter e r. Give super tech the winner due to price I use k and n. Maybe I will switch, Geoff 2 for the price of 1. Good show.
Thanks👍
Thank you! Everything on the measurements! With proof! Now fram that's a another story, lolol!the big ? Who makes super tech? Same with k&n same company?
Hi Patrick, Thank You!
I just got off the phone with a guy from K&N and he says their filters are made by a different company (outsourced), but he didn't know which one, also he said it could be a few different companies because of the different filters that they sell, also he said Champ labs used to make their filters but didn't know if they still do. Here's the Number 1-800-858-3333.
I'm going to pin this comment so it sits on top and others can see it.
Super tech oil is made by WPP who also produces Castrol and filters are made by champion who produces all the OEM filters majority of the manufacturers like Volkswagen, GM and Porsche
Both made by Champion Labs. They also make STP, some GM Delco, Champ, Luber-Finer, and several other brands.
An issue you could have are future purchases of the Supertech. Walmart appears to be contracting these from K&N. When their contract expires with K&N, they may switch to another manufacture that will have a different design internal design.
Wrong, supertech filters are made by champion laboratories. so are the 20k mile k&n filters. Champion laboratories and walmart are not parting ways anytime soon. Champion labs makes a wide range of name brands filters and several no name independent brands such as supertech..
Timothy is correct, Champ Labs make the Supertech oil filters. Coming up on May 27th, I open up an 18-year-old Supertech also made by Champion labs and compare it to the ones made today.
Thanks for your feedback!
@@WhipCityWrencher oh wow did not know supertech had been in business 18 years. Learn something new everyday. 😆
@@KyrieEleisonMaranatha There were a few years in between where Wix was making the Supertechs.
Dirty deeds done dirt cheap.
A surprize ,how about a comparison of super tec and motocraft Ford filter ?
I'll put it on my to-do list, what size filter would you like to see?
I worked for one of the higher end gasket manufacturers and guess what they would buy gasket sets from their cheapest competitor and we would strip everything out of their boxes and place them in ours! Opened my eyes at paying higher prices for name brand parts!!!!
can't even get that ST locally or online. The ones I can get are the cheap felt end type.
Paying extra for K&N advertising.
Let's all pay double the price.
Big Blue for the win. You can save some coin.
I want to see someone go 20,000 miles on a single filter up here in the north... O wait I already have! It didn't end well ;)
Good analysis on these filters. I have used K&N filters in the past and the filter media has always been red in color and they are made in China. Also where the seam is has been a metal clip not a glue joint. Plus they advertise that the K&N is a low restriction filter on the box. I don't see this claim on the box for this filter. This K&N is probably made by Champion. These filters also look identical to the Castrol filter I just bought which is made by Champion. I wonder if K&N provides this filter to Walmart to meet their price point or charge more to get the K&N name. In this case the Super Tech is the better choice. I am going to go to one of the big auto parts stores and check the K&N filters there and see if they are the same as the Walmart K&N filter. Both filters look to be very well made.
I've opened the K&N PS and they have the red filter media.
@@WhipCityWrencher High Whip, what does the PS mean?
@@davidsacco4860 Performance Silver Here's one: ruclips.net/video/ikcVXD0k2NQ/видео.html&ab_channel=WhipCityWrencher
@@WhipCityWrencher Thanks, I didn't know that.
I'm sure it is a case of Champion supplying a filter to both Walmart and K&N to the same specs..so they turn out to be the same filter..and by coincidence, the K&N happens to be sold at Walmart along with the Supertech..I doubt there is any business arrangement as far as supplying the filters between K&N and Walmart..it just happens that both have the same Champion-supplied oil filter...
I’d like to see Whip do another comparison in mid to late 2023 and see if either manufacturers decide to lessen the quality of the interior components. All about $$
If you don't see one please remind me. Thanks!
So super tech is good stuff. I was wrong all these years.
K/N black "Select" oil filters are same as standard OE oil filters... K/N H/P oil filters are painted White. best filters available. this is what you should be using if your engine is Turbo'd , supercharged and/or just driven hard. The extra cost is worth it, And. Your engine bearings will live a much happier life.
Thanks for Sharing!
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That sure make it obvious which filter people should buy. My question would be how do we know if this stands true for filters made for different car manufacturers and models? Did the boxes say where the filters were made?
Both of these oil filter boxes say made in the USA
A friend told me about this and I said he was crazy! I guess I was wrong! Lol!
I can't believe this ! Are you telling me this whole time I've been switching the K&N filter in the ST box has been a waste of my time. I thouht i was pulling a fast one on WM, turns out they've been preforming a slipindicktome for years now.
Ha Ha 🤣
Been a Wix and Baldwin user since my first truck in high school, and both brands have a good reputation in the trucking/farm/const sectors!
Before I saw this I had wondered why K&N oil filters at Walmart all of a sudden were painted black after all those years of being painted white. Does anybody know if that was a nationwide change at all auto parts stores ? If not is it a cheaper version of K&N made just for Walmart ?
I don't think they sell them at Walmart but K&N has the better version white colored filters with the nut on top.
I open one up this coming Friday.
3593A... Looks like they'd both fit a 6th gen Honda Accord
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These are the 9688, they'r'e a hair shorter than the 3593a, but they're pretty much interchangeable. Walmart no longer carries the 3593a and tells you to use the 9688 in place of the 3593a now.
I've kind of soured on the K&N filters over the last 15 years or so. Not worth the hype or what they previously used to be. I think the best filters are the Purolator (Boss and Pure One) and the Ford filters. Really strange how most of the labeling is all stickers now and the stickers look like the same format. Not all that long ago they were practically all painted or inked on. Nearly every service station in the '60's and '70's had their own private labeled filters that had painted logo's. I just used an old Wix 51515 from a batch I bought 23 years ago under Dana's ownership of the brand. The difference compared to today's Wix was stark, not favoring the new either.
The cheap Supertech is the same as the one you just cut apart. I always use the cheapest filter and Supertech full synthetic oil.
One thing I did notice about the premium screw-on type oil filters. is that between the various ones specified for my truck, its the noticeable weight difference of The Mobil 1 product vs the others. Not sure if the increased weight signifies a better product, but since Mobil 1 filters are among those at the top of the reviews mentioned for performance, it just might........
MOBIL 1 Oil Filters -- NOT high-performers -- more like HYPE-performers !!
@@SlikLizrd OK cynic; Which ones do YOU use ?
@@RockinProfessor You've mis-spelled my name, but it's OK.
I have used a variety of Oil Filters in the past -- and bought a Filter-Cutter-Opener-Tool, which I use to examine the different features/bugs of said oil filters.
My years of experience, training, and general automotive knowledge, combined with info obtained from reviews such as we get from Whip City Wrencher (and others) , leads me to the BOSCH Premium Oil Filters -- and their excellent 20-Micron Rating.
The Bosch # 3410 has served me well in the famous 95 MERC, and the Bosch # 3323 is the oil filter of choice for the newly-acquired ACURA MDX.
@@SlikLizrd OK Thanks for the info. I'll try one next time.....
@@SlikLizrd How do you measure the micron rating?
Walmart has discontinued the K&N filters, and added the Fram Endurance line.
I think you are right mine seems to be out also but it looks like you can order them there. Thanks! www.walmart.com/ip/K-N-Select-Oil-Filter-Designed-to-Protect-your-Engine-Fits-Select-HYUNDAI-KIA-SUBARU-HONDA-Vehicle-Models-SO1004/477117608
Thank you, it is all about marketing.
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I just happened to see your video and I was going to Wally to get a 9866 filter for a Soul. Saved me a lot of money. Coincidence? Thank you. Be interested in how much hydraulic PSI to blow the filters off the mount or burst them.
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