Thanks, Pete, awesome job! They are nice and clean, except for the baseplates, they look like they came out of the same assembly line. You could swap the filter media in each without knowing the difference. I guess the Boss filter has a nicer paint job. I'd give the edge to the XP just for the baseplate, but I do have a boss on the Matrix right now and I am glad I do. I have an XP on the shelf and I will put it in the next time I change the oil. Great to have the peace of mind knowing I did put a good filter in. That car is her bread and butter.
Good Idea have Pete open those two oil filters up James! Now we all know! Btw I’m on my 2nd oil Change now, using the 15w40 Royal Purple with a qt of Seafoam. It’s running amazing. I put a K&N Reusable Oil Filter on it. There were expense back in the day $400-$500. But they are great Oil Filters. And they have a magnet in them. Thank you again for the suggestion. It’s working great
I used WIX filters until their parent corp Mann+Hummel moved production outside the USA. I switched to Mobil 1 since those are made in the USA and have tested well in different reviews.
Makes sense that they would be very similar since Purolator and Wix are now owned by the same parent company Mann-Hummel. In fact the last few purolator air filters I bought have been re-boxed wix filters.
For years the wix/Napa 1334 was exclusively built in NC and we purchased them by the cases. Now, with MH at the helm they’re all coming out of China. I actually got banned from giving product reviews for Amazon because I said that I wouldn’t recommend buying them anymore because of the location of their production. I got an email saying that they banned me for hate speech. Whatever, I’m not going to support a Communist Regime whenever I have the option to buy something from the United States or another country.
@@justinlee2642 the 51334 filters have been switched to China as well as others that were previously produced in North Carolina. I used to be a huge supporter of Wix filters in my shop but not so much since MH purchased them. If I have any other options available I will not buy from the CCP regardless of who’s brand is on the box.
I'm running that same Purolator with Valvoline 0W-16 right now on my Camry. Usually go 8-9 thousand miles per oil change. These are all highway miles. 60mph
The white residue on the WIX anti-drain back valve is probably a mold release agent. It’s a sort of lubricant/not-sticky coating that gets sprayed into the mold so that the parts don’t stick to the metal mold.
Both are great filters. The Boss is overpriced though. Over the past several years, I’ve found the Wix XP are the best for the money. I usually order off off Rock Auto.
Ok good to have a back up for my regular purchases of THE BOSS. The last time I went to buy filters, they didn’t have a Boss for my truck so I got a Fram Titanium. Next time I’ll find the Wix.
In my opinion, the only thing that really matters is the media and bypass spring. Some of the build quality stuff appears a little betterthen others but I have never had an issue with can thickness, failed o-ring, or threads. I want a great filtering filter with a bypass valve that opens and closes properly and doesnt leak. I watched another video of filters being tested and oil was get through the bypass valve with clean fluid, clean filter, and warm oil. So not cold oil or plugged filter. If they come out of the same factory or manufacturer, the Boss could have better filter rating due to the slightly thicker media. Im not an oil or filter expert but I do own a company with hard use commercial vehicles and have been through tens of millions of mile in oil changes.
Both very similar. Boss made by Purolator (Fayettville NC), XP could be made at Wix plant, but hard to say 100%. XP baseplate is Wix design, flat spring bypass on both, long time Purolator design. M&H is moving Wix design more towards Purolator. Both look well-made, polymer backing works well. Like both US made. Good filters, imo. Thanks for the vid. 👍
@@OfficialNakatsuMegami While M&H own Puro and Wix, both operate out of different plants in NC. Wix in Gastonia, not near Purolator plant In Fayettville. Baseplates are diffident because XP classic Wix design, Boss class Purolator. Only Purolator has and identifiable Purolator date code starting with F. So your conclusion both made in same plant without proof nothing more than speculation at this point.
Right now, I would choose the Boss because it is being exclusively produced in the USA at their Fayetteville, NC plant. That could change at any time with MH ownership. They have no loyalty whatsoever to American workers…or any other workers for that matter.
I have used both Purolator Boss filters and the Wix XP filters on my vehicle. In this case, I would probably go with the XP but both are about the same.
Been using the Boss filters for years now. Is my go to filter. Even knowing the 2 are pretty much identical, next week the wix could be different, so i just stick to a sure thing. Boss filter, penz ultra plat and a little lubeguard biotech, best quality vs price.
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Nice comparo Pete. I’ll take that Wix. It’s not a racing filter, don’t need the heavier base plate on the Boss. Marketing boys, “Boss”, make it heavier so it feels premium. Well, the marketing boys can go fly a kite.
Wish the Purolator had the larger inlet holes. The filter media does appear the same visually, but the Brand Ranks video showed that the Purolator did a significantly better job at filtering small particles. It must have like an extra layer of fine media in there or something, despite looking the same. Maybe there is some variation in other filter sizes.
The larger inlet holes would most likely increase flow. With that increase in flow it could possibly force larger particles through the filter. That's my thoughts on why they have different particle ratings.
I remember back when the Purolator Boss was introduced, it was advertised as "only available at" the specific retailer. I don't think it's still exclusive, but the altered baseplate seems like a way to use mostly the same parts to make two "different" filters so that exclusivity could be claimed. I like the price and paint color better on the Purolator Boss, but for functionality, I'd go with the Wix XP, only because of the larger baseplate holes.
Thanks for keeping these vids coming bc things change every year. Purolator and wix are both owned my Mann now. So they are probably more similar than ever!
The Purolator Boss 25 Micron rating is based on their PBL30001 oil Filter if you go to their website. So I’m guessing they are both 35 Microns. Awesome Video! I’d go with the Boss.
The wix xp filter is is 99% at 35 micros and the purolator boss is 99% at 42 microns. Check out bob is the oil guy on this matter. Some of the purolator boss filters have tested as high as 46 microns. The high micron ratings is due to 20,000 mile oci's. That is why I do not trust fram ultra or edurance oil filters which boast 99%+ at 25 microns for 20,000 miles.
@@kellybennett2900 I agree with you on the Fram oil filters. I will never use them! Twice I have seen Fram oil filters not even come with the gasket! And half a dozen of corrosion inside the wall of the oil filter with in the last 3 years. Thank you for the information on the Micron Rating, the Boss PBL30001 is a filter I’m currently using on my 1974 MGB GT. Very solid!
Boss base plate is heavier and thicker than the Wix. That appears to be the only substantive difference between the two filters. *Edit: And the gasket material. Boss is better.
I switched to Microgard Select because of the center tube. I've seen louvers on Motorcraft filters that were partially closed because they weren't stamped properly.
The Wix looks like a slightly cheaper version. Brand Ranks did an extensive & extremely scientic test on both these filters the Purolator Boss is by far superior. It's the best filter they have ever tested. The wix is ranked #7, and after personally using both filters the Boss is better.
so I have an oil filter cutting tool and as i suspected, the wix xp 51348XP is not a synthetic filter and it has zero wire or mesh backing at all, and I was able to tear the filter media by hand. The box it came in says its a wix xp superior filtration for full synthetic oils and the filter matches whats pictured on the box. I also just cut open a 57502XP and it has a synthetic filter media and I ordered both filters from rock auto. I don't understand why they would get rid of the synthetic filter and the wire or mesh backing and still call it a wix xp made. Both also say made in usa. I guess I might make a qick video or something or post a picture on social media?
The filter media "might" be the same. The Boss was rated at 99% at 25mm, whereas the Wix was rated at 99% at 35mm. In your measurements, the Boss was a little thicker. Could that just be normal variation on thickness of any filter media? Maybe! I wouldn't guarantee that the Boss filters out smaller particles, but my guess is that it probably does. Hm. Either way, two really good filters. Great comparison.
I stopped using the Wix filters 2 1/2 years ago as the quality of the particular ones I was using slipped too much. Most of any of these filters you really need to compare them all number by number. Even though they're owned by the same parent corp, early on in the purchase, they both had separate tooling, supply sources and manufacturing. As one would expect, Mann would begin over time through attrition or aging, streamlining or consolidating the supply materials and processes of both brands. Wix was always in Gastonia as far as I can remember. Purolator ended up in Fayetteville more recently. This is all too common when these large trans national conglomerates buy up the competition. Late stage Capitalism.
I doubt the larger inlet holes make any difference, filter companies would run tests on stuff like that and if the holes made any difference they would put larger ones on their filters. I like that the Boss has more threads on the filter vs the Wix. It could also be that putting larger holes in the base weakens it but it would be nice to hear from Purolator why their holes are smaller.
They are NOT the same. The filter media is thicker with the Purolator for one. Next go for the burst strength of the canister. The Wix can not hold under the pressure as the Purolator. There are tests out there that show it.
Wix XP has great capacity for how much crap it holds, but the efficiency or ability to capture smallest wear particles is absolutely horrible vs the capacity and the high efficiency (small particle capture) are only challenged by Amsoil and the Fram Endurance (same exact filter). The Purolator Boss only edges the out the Fram Endurance and Amsoil with slightly less flow restriction. Watch the oil filter test series on Brand Ranks channel!
I've seen that video. I can't trust that ranking after seeing this video. If they use the same exact filter element, how can the Boss outperform the Wix by that much in the amount of filtering? Somebody make this make sense to me. Lol
Sorry gang, but no 'Cheese Grater' oil filters for me. Only lots of round holes. More oil pressure? I really would like the nylon cage center tube if they were made out of metal.
Between the two it pretty much depends on the cost ! Save a $1 and buy the purolator or spend a $1and buy the wix ! I say the wix is worth the xtra buck ! Better baseplate ! The 35 micron rating has to be a typo ! What always gets me is the advertising made for synthetic engine oil is %100 gimmicky ! conventional oil will work just fine ! Lol ! 😝
@@WhipCityWrencher it’s the boxes that state 20k mile intervals. The side of the box filter picture even shows it’s not full synthetic anymore. Kind of sad what Mann and Hummel ruined Wix
The Boss got top honors as best all around oil filter in an engineers test of oil filters (it included the Wix): czcams.com/video/0ReYsM9OMuI/video.html
You said clearly that you would go for the wix but they both idénticas and Boss has the thiner bubber where the filter sits on the oil housing of the car and wix is thicker But as usual you missed the microscopic quality example of the filter mesh being more solid and sticky when the xix was more spread lose noticeble on the screen. Again you need get after 5k syntetic oil test on both cut-open and you will be really surprised how ugly the wix turns out. Plus the metal quality of the wix is as much as Fram. Go figure!
Thanks, Pete, awesome job! They are nice and clean, except for the baseplates, they look like they came out of the same assembly line. You could swap the filter media in each without knowing the difference. I guess the Boss filter has a nicer paint job. I'd give the edge to the XP just for the baseplate, but I do have a boss on the Matrix right now and I am glad I do. I have an XP on the shelf and I will put it in the next time I change the oil. Great to have the peace of mind knowing I did put a good filter in. That car is her bread and butter.
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Yep, I think either one of these oil filters is a good filter for your Matrix.
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@@WhipCityWrencher Thanks for cutting them up! Nice to know they are doing their job!
Yup, definitely the same!! You're right Pete in the end I would go with the wix. Cheers 🇨🇦
Good Idea have Pete open those two oil filters up James! Now we all know! Btw I’m on my 2nd oil Change now, using the 15w40 Royal Purple with a qt of Seafoam. It’s running amazing. I put a K&N Reusable Oil Filter on it. There were expense back in the day $400-$500. But they are great Oil Filters. And they have a magnet in them. Thank you again for the suggestion. It’s working great
@@colindubord4239 Thanks! I'll be honest, I won't buy a new brand of filter unless I get Pete to inspect it first! You are very welcome.
Both brands belong to Mann + Hammel, so we are talking about the same product with a different name and price with minimal differences.
They look identical except for the base plates.👍👍
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I used WIX filters until their parent corp Mann+Hummel moved production outside the USA. I switched to Mobil 1 since those are made in the USA and have tested well in different reviews.
The Mobil oil filters are made by Mann +Hummel also, but you're right they are made in the USA.
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Makes sense that they would be very similar since Purolator and Wix are now owned by the same parent company Mann-Hummel. In fact the last few purolator air filters I bought have been re-boxed wix filters.
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The Wix and Napas are made in Mexico now. No more USA. 😢. GOOD video Pete. Happy Easter.
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For years the wix/Napa 1334 was exclusively built in NC and we purchased them by the cases. Now, with MH at the helm they’re all coming out of China. I actually got banned from giving product reviews for Amazon because I said that I wouldn’t recommend buying them anymore because of the location of their production. I got an email saying that they banned me for hate speech. Whatever, I’m not going to support a Communist Regime whenever I have the option to buy something from the United States or another country.
The last Napas I got were made in china 🤢🤢
@@justinlee2642 the 51334 filters have been switched to China as well as others that were previously produced in North Carolina. I used to be a huge supporter of Wix filters in my shop but not so much since MH purchased them. If I have any other options available I will not buy from the CCP regardless of who’s brand is on the box.
Wix and Purolator are both great.
I'm running that same Purolator with Valvoline 0W-16 right now on my Camry. Usually go 8-9 thousand miles per oil change. These are all highway miles. 60mph
I think it's a very good oil filter!
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The white residue on the WIX anti-drain back valve is probably a mold release agent.
It’s a sort of lubricant/not-sticky coating that gets sprayed into the mold so that the parts don’t stick to the metal mold.
Both are great filters. The Boss is overpriced though. Over the past several years, I’ve found the Wix XP are the best for the money. I usually order off off Rock Auto.
Hey thanks for sharing that! I'll go check out rockauto for the XPs when I need to buy more.
Ok good to have a back up for my regular purchases of THE BOSS. The last time I went to buy filters, they didn’t have a Boss for my truck so I got a Fram Titanium. Next time I’ll find the Wix.
In my opinion, the only thing that really matters is the media and bypass spring. Some of the build quality stuff appears a little betterthen others but I have never had an issue with can thickness, failed o-ring, or threads. I want a great filtering filter with a bypass valve that opens and closes properly and doesnt leak. I watched another video of filters being tested and oil was get through the bypass valve with clean fluid, clean filter, and warm oil. So not cold oil or plugged filter. If they come out of the same factory or manufacturer, the Boss could have better filter rating due to the slightly thicker media. Im not an oil or filter expert but I do own a company with hard use commercial vehicles and have been through tens of millions of mile in oil changes.
I think the larger inlet holes are worth the extra dollar, but I'd feel safe using either one.
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Both very similar. Boss made by Purolator (Fayettville NC), XP could be made at Wix plant, but hard to say 100%. XP baseplate is Wix design, flat spring bypass on both, long time Purolator design. M&H is moving Wix design more towards Purolator. Both look well-made, polymer backing works well. Like both US made. Good filters, imo. Thanks for the vid. 👍
Both are Mann and Hummel. Same plant, just different production dates, hence why only the base plates and gasket are a little different.
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@@OfficialNakatsuMegami While M&H own Puro and Wix, both operate out of different plants in NC. Wix in Gastonia, not near Purolator plant In Fayettville. Baseplates are diffident because XP classic Wix design, Boss class Purolator. Only Purolator has and identifiable Purolator date code starting with F. So your conclusion both made in same plant without proof nothing more than speculation at this point.
Right now, I would choose the Boss because it is being exclusively produced in the USA at their Fayetteville, NC plant. That could change at any time with MH ownership. They have no loyalty whatsoever to American workers…or any other workers for that matter.
I can't explain why I like your vids so much😅😅😅. Keep them coming. Thank you.
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Yeah I want to send him all of my used filters.
I have used both Purolator Boss filters and the Wix XP filters on my vehicle. In this case, I would probably go with the XP but both are about the same.
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I agree about the same, can't go wrong with either one.
There are some small differences but they look like the same manufacturer made them both. Nice work my friend.
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Been using the Boss filters for years now. Is my go to filter. Even knowing the 2 are pretty much identical, next week the wix could be different, so i just stick to a sure thing. Boss filter, penz ultra plat and a little lubeguard biotech, best quality vs price.
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I would bet most filter media actually filters better than its rated for. 🤠
Geez... I feel like I'm late to the party! I always look forward to Oil Filter Friday mornings!
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Nice comparo Pete. I’ll take that Wix. It’s not a racing filter, don’t need the heavier base plate on the Boss. Marketing boys, “Boss”, make it heavier so it feels premium. Well, the marketing boys can go fly a kite.
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Awesome comparison, thank you for cutting these filters up and even showing us what the filter media looks like under a microscope!
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Hey, Whipman: You could check out the 1st. 5 numbers on the Barcode; if they're manufactured by the same Co., those 5 numbers will coincide!
Nope, I just checked the barcodes, the numbers don't match.
Think you wouldn't go wrong with either one. Thanks 👍
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Similar to each other. You always do such a good job with your reviews Pete. A happy and blessed Easter to you and your family ✝
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Have a Blessed Easter to you and your family also.🙌
Wish the Purolator had the larger inlet holes. The filter media does appear the same visually, but the Brand Ranks video showed that the Purolator did a significantly better job at filtering small particles. It must have like an extra layer of fine media in there or something, despite looking the same. Maybe there is some variation in other filter sizes.
Some of the Purolator base plates have elongated inlet holes other sizes don't 🤔
Thanks for the review. They look like would both do the job. But the price is high.
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The larger inlet holes would most likely increase flow. With that increase in flow it could possibly force larger particles through the filter.
That's my thoughts on why they have different particle ratings.
Theoretically, it wouldn't change the rating because they use the same filter media?
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I remember back when the Purolator Boss was introduced, it was advertised as "only available at" the specific retailer. I don't think it's still exclusive, but the altered baseplate seems like a way to use mostly the same parts to make two "different" filters so that exclusivity could be claimed.
I like the price and paint color better on the Purolator Boss, but for functionality, I'd go with the Wix XP, only because of the larger baseplate holes.
Both made by Man Hummel. Those look identical minus the baseplate.
Thanks for keeping these vids coming bc things change every year. Purolator and wix are both owned my Mann now. So they are probably more similar than ever!
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The Purolator Boss 25 Micron rating is based on their PBL30001 oil Filter if you go to their website. So I’m guessing they are both 35 Microns. Awesome Video! I’d go with the Boss.
The wix xp filter is is 99% at 35 micros and the purolator boss is 99% at 42 microns. Check out bob is the oil guy on this matter. Some of the purolator boss filters have tested as high as 46 microns. The high micron ratings is due to 20,000 mile oci's. That is why I do not trust fram ultra or edurance oil filters which boast 99%+ at 25 microns for 20,000 miles.
@@kellybennett2900 I agree with you on the Fram oil filters. I will never use them! Twice I have seen Fram oil filters not even come with the gasket! And half a dozen of corrosion inside the wall of the oil filter with in the last 3 years.
Thank you for the information on the Micron Rating, the Boss PBL30001 is a filter I’m currently using on my 1974 MGB GT. Very solid!
So happy that Menard's carries Purolator filters. They are much less expensive at Menard's than any of the auto parts stores.
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Great review Pete! Thank for sharing. Have a Happy Easter!
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I’d say the slight mil difference on the material dictates the advertised flow rate other wise same filtering media.
I guess the one that was on clearance at rockauto would be the one I would buy. Some times they have boss filters for less than a buck.
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Wix is a relabeled Boss since Mann and Hummel took over
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Guess it would come down to cost at this point since they are both the same.
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Boss base plate is heavier and thicker than the Wix. That appears to be the only substantive difference between the two filters. *Edit: And the gasket material. Boss is better.
I used to be a WIX fan...until I found the Microgard Select. Not a fan of louvers or the WIX trend as of late.
I switched to Microgard Select because of the center tube. I've seen louvers on Motorcraft filters that were partially closed because they weren't stamped properly.
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The Wix looks like a slightly cheaper version. Brand Ranks did an extensive & extremely scientic test on both these filters the Purolator Boss is by far superior. It's the best filter they have ever tested. The wix is ranked #7, and after personally using both filters the Boss is better.
If they're using the same filter element, how is the Boss better?
so I have an oil filter cutting tool and as i suspected, the wix xp 51348XP is not a synthetic filter and it has zero wire or mesh backing at all, and I was able to tear the filter media by hand. The box it came in says its a wix xp superior filtration for full synthetic oils and the filter matches whats pictured on the box. I also just cut open a 57502XP and it has a synthetic filter media and I ordered both filters from rock auto. I don't understand why they would get rid of the synthetic filter and the wire or mesh backing and still call it a wix xp made. Both also say made in usa. I guess I might make a qick video or something or post a picture on social media?
I've heard they are changing as well, lets see if they all change.🤔
The filter media "might" be the same. The Boss was rated at 99% at 25mm, whereas the Wix was rated at 99% at 35mm. In your measurements, the Boss was a little thicker. Could that just be normal variation on thickness of any filter media? Maybe! I wouldn't guarantee that the Boss filters out smaller particles, but my guess is that it probably does. Hm. Either way, two really good filters. Great comparison.
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Twins of the same except for the baseplates & gaskets
Great review! How about Fram Ultra or Endurance vs Purolator Boss? Which one wins the vote?
I just did a Fram Endurance and Wix XP a week ago. czcams.com/video/gTWVSSzyrow/video.html
I think the Wix has a slight edge but both are fine filters.
I stopped using the Wix filters 2 1/2 years ago as the quality of the particular ones I was using slipped too much. Most of any of these filters you really need to compare them all number by number. Even though they're owned by the same parent corp, early on in the purchase, they both had separate tooling, supply sources and manufacturing. As one would expect, Mann would begin over time through attrition or aging, streamlining or consolidating the supply materials and processes of both brands. Wix was always in Gastonia as far as I can remember. Purolator ended up in Fayetteville more recently. This is all too common when these large trans national conglomerates buy up the competition. Late stage Capitalism.
End stage capitalism is making everything harder for consumers because the bottom line matters not quality, I'm looking in Boeing's direction.😐
@texavery711 Without quality, the bottom line doesn't exist with consumer purchasing power.
@@jack11224 they spend less on parts use inferior parts inflate the price the consumer pays they get their money you get junk.
The same and that is the way things go.
I doubt the larger inlet holes make any difference, filter companies would run tests on stuff like that and if the holes made any difference they would put larger ones on their filters. I like that the Boss has more threads on the filter vs the Wix. It could also be that putting larger holes in the base weakens it but it would be nice to hear from Purolator why their holes are smaller.
They are NOT the same. The filter media is thicker with the Purolator for one. Next go for the burst strength of the canister. The Wix can not hold under the pressure as the Purolator. There are tests out there that show it.
Wix XP has great capacity for how much crap it holds, but the efficiency or ability to capture smallest wear particles is absolutely horrible vs the capacity and the high efficiency (small particle capture) are only challenged by Amsoil and the Fram Endurance (same exact filter). The Purolator Boss only edges the out the Fram Endurance and Amsoil with slightly less flow restriction. Watch the oil filter test series on Brand Ranks channel!
Yep, I have, they rate the Purolator Boss as No.1
I've seen that video. I can't trust that ranking after seeing this video. If they use the same exact filter element, how can the Boss outperform the Wix by that much in the amount of filtering? Somebody make this make sense to me. Lol
I’d like to send you a Baldwin from a diesel with 45k on the filter. Would you be interested in something like that?
What size is it?
Roughly 11x5 inches
@@bucket611 Someone else sent me a huge used oil filter I'll have to see how that one goes. Thanks!
Sorry gang, but no 'Cheese Grater' oil filters for me. Only lots of round holes. More oil pressure? I really would like the nylon cage center tube if they were made out of metal.
Between the two it pretty much depends on the cost ! Save a $1 and buy the purolator or spend a $1and buy the wix ! I say the wix is worth the xtra buck ! Better baseplate ! The 35 micron rating has to be a typo ! What always gets me is the advertising made for synthetic engine oil is %100 gimmicky ! conventional oil will work just fine ! Lol ! 😝
Looks like the non XP are made in China now. Not sure about the XP. Just picked up a Boss
Most of the reg. Wix I open are made in Mexico. IMHO the Boss is a very good, made in USA oil filter.
What's the micron rating????
Click here, 6:07
I’m pretty sure the newest wix xp doesn’t even have synthetic media anymore
I made this video 2 months ago.
@@WhipCityWrencher I know but they’ve changed
@@stevenbettez2017 I haven't opened one since I made this video so I'll take your word for it. Thanks👍
@@WhipCityWrencher it’s the boxes that state 20k mile intervals. The side of the box filter picture even shows it’s not full synthetic anymore. Kind of sad what Mann and Hummel ruined Wix
Title needs changed filter number should be PBL14476
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Both Identical. It's a Draw.
The Boss got top honors as best all around oil filter in an engineers test of oil filters (it included the Wix): czcams.com/video/0ReYsM9OMuI/video.html
You said clearly that you would go for the wix but they both idénticas and Boss has the thiner bubber where the filter sits on the oil housing of the car and wix is thicker But as usual you missed the microscopic quality example of the filter mesh being more solid and sticky when the xix was more spread lose noticeble on the screen. Again you need get after 5k syntetic oil test on both cut-open and you will be really surprised how ugly the wix turns out. Plus the metal quality of the wix is as much as Fram. Go figure!
The only difference I saw between the two is the base plates.
@@WhipCityWrencher Base plate made out of scrapped recycle metal
Well on your next filter review you should address these concerns. Looking forward to your video effort 😊
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