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Matt12ar · 05-21-2019, 12:25 AM

I was browsing at oil filter choices and got a bit curious, saw that the car used a pf48 filter but it's so "tiny". I saw that the pf63 looked more suitable for the job. my question is would a pf63 work instead of a pf 48 oil filter?

SS 310H55A · 05-21-2019, 07:20 AM

I’m of the opinion that if the engineers felt a larger filter is needed, they’d have gone with one.

Black 6.2L SS · 05-21-2019, 07:22 AM

I remember watching a video on YouTube of a guy changing the oil on his 5th gen SS,.... and he mentioned and showed himself installing a larger oil filter for a little more capacity. Do a search on YouTube and see if you can find it. I remember his SS was a a 2010 - 2013. Hope that helps.

Vegas Bound · 05-21-2019, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt12ar

I was browsing at oil filter choices and got a bit curious, saw that the car used a pf48 filter but it's so "tiny". I saw that the pf63 looked more suitable for the job. my question is would a pf63 work instead of a pf 48 oil filter?

PF48 has been discontinued for the PF48e. Don't use any "e" filter. Plastic internals.

I use Wix XP57060 and it is more than up for the job despite the small size.

Rock-It Man · 05-21-2019, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Vegas Bound

PF48 has been discontinued for the PF48e. Don't use any "e" filter. Plastic internals.

I use Wix XP57060 and it is more than up for the job despite the small size.

Oh no, not this again!

There's nothing wrong with the plastic internals. In fact, the new design has more filter area as a result.

Roader · 05-21-2019, 09:25 AM

Use the Wix here as well

Matt12ar · 05-21-2019, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by SS 310H55A

I’m of the opinion that if the engineers felt a larger filter is needed, they’d have gone with one.

the pf63 my have not been invented yet
i say that because a TSB came out last February warning techs the newer gmc acadia required the "new pf63" instead of the pf48

Vegas Bound · 05-21-2019, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Rock-It Man

Oh no, not this again!

There's nothing wrong with the plastic internals. In fact, the new design has more filter area as a result.

Yes, this again. My engine builder won't go near the e series filters. That's good enough for me.

silversleeper · 05-21-2019, 09:59 AM

I was watching these filter videos yesterday
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKc...sj1U6RkGRBzPAA
One of the better reviews on oil filters. Avoid filters with cardboard parts like the cheap Frams. They can come off and ruin your engine. Other than that I'm not sure it makes a huge difference on the premium choices. Purolater Boss might be one of the best. I got some Wix XPs and Bosch's on sale this week on Amazon and looks like they are good enough.

BAD DAB · 05-21-2019, 10:27 AM

I use the NAPA Platinum (PFL-47060)

Badbubba · 05-21-2019, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by silversleeper

I was watching these filter videos yesterday
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKc...sj1U6RkGRBzPAA
One of the better reviews on oil filters. Avoid filters with cardboard parts like the cheap Frams. They can come off and ruin your engine. Other than that I'm not sure it makes a huge difference on the premium choices. Purolater Boss might be one of the best. I got some Wix XPs and Bosch's on sale this week on Amazon and looks like they are good enough.

XG series does not use cardboard. Have used the cheap "cardboard" Frams exclusively on many of my past vehicles. With 5k to 7k oil change intervals. V8s, V6s, straight 6s and inline 4s. 245k, 215k, 200k, 186k, 168k mile and so on with non-synthetic oil. Traded or junked the vehicles, none with motor or filter issues. Possibly got lucky?
OP,
Currently using a K&N for the Camaro, may switch to Amsoil. Check length before using a different filter.

Vegas Bound · 05-21-2019, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by BAD DAB

I use the NAPA Platinum (PFL-47060)

One step down from a Wix XP 57060. Made by same company.

Benman · 05-21-2019, 12:44 PM

Still using the AC Delco filters, PF48E, no issues.

silversleeper · 05-21-2019, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Badbubba

XG series does not use cardboard. Have used the cheap "cardboard" Frams exclusively on many of my past vehicles. With 5k to 7k oil change intervals. V8s, V6s, straight 6s and inline 4s. 245k, 215k, 200k, 186k, 168k mile and so on with non-synthetic oil. Traded or junked the vehicles, none with motor or filter issues. Possibly got lucky?
OP,
Currently using a K&N for the Camaro, may switch to Amsoil. Check length before using a different filter.

I have experience going back to 230cu straight 6s etc also. And I have personally found the cardboard in my oiling system and had a knock in the engine. At the time I didn't know where the heck that cardboard came from (way before youtube). Now I know. Save a buck and buy the cheapest one if someone prefers. Just offering facts so people can make informed decisions.

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Originally Posted by Vegas Bound

One step down from a Wix XP 57060. Made by same company.

still on sale only $6.75 at Walmart online or

https://www.amazon.com/WIX-Filters-5.../dp/B00C5SYH68

05-21-2019, 12:25 AM	#1
Matt12ar Drives: 2012 camaro ss RS package Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Waxhaw NC Posts: 7	2012 camaro ss oil filter I was browsing at oil filter choices and got a bit curious, saw that the car used a pf48 filter but it's so "tiny". I saw that the pf63 looked more suitable for the job. my question is would a pf63 work instead of a pf 48 oil filter?

05-21-2019, 07:20 AM	#2
SS 310H55A Drives: 2014 Camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Southern California Posts: 253	I’m of the opinion that if the engineers felt a larger filter is needed, they’d have gone with one. __________________ 2014 SS \| MGW Flat Stick shifter \| Raceseng Slammer shift knob \| Z/28 spoiler and grill

05-21-2019, 10:27 AM	#10
BAD DAB Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Black & Silver Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 8,228 View My Garage	I use the NAPA Platinum (PFL-47060) __________________ STAINLESS WORKS HEADERS-TUNED BY JANNETTY RACING-C.A.I. INTAKE-TAYLOR 409 WIRES-SOLO AXLE BACK EXHAUST-ELITE CATCH CAN

05-21-2019, 12:44 PM	#13
Benman Drives: 13 IOM 2ss RS manual Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Euless,TX Posts: 213	Still using the AC Delco filters, PF48E, no issues. __________________ Rectangular Dollars will beat Cubic Inches

05-21-2019, 07:22 AM	#3
Black 6.2L SS Drives: 2014 1SS/RS, LS3, NPP Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Florida Posts: 184	I remember watching a video on YouTube of a guy changing the oil on his 5th gen SS,.... and he mentioned and showed himself installing a larger oil filter for a little more capacity. Do a search on YouTube and see if you can find it. I remember his SS was a a 2010 - 2013. Hope that helps.

05-21-2019, 09:25 AM	#6
Roader Drives: Camaro Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Alabama Posts: 673	Use the Wix here as well

05-21-2019, 09:59 AM	#9
silversleeper Big Crow Drives: '13 ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: California Posts: 1,483	I was watching these filter videos yesterday https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKc...sj1U6RkGRBzPAA One of the better reviews on oil filters. Avoid filters with cardboard parts like the cheap Frams. They can come off and ruin your engine. Other than that I'm not sure it makes a huge difference on the premium choices. Purolater Boss might be one of the best. I got some Wix XPs and Bosch's on sale this week on Amazon and looks like they are good enough.