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Re: [ST] Cross-references found! WAS-> Need alternative oil filt er alternatives
- Subject: Re: [ST] Cross-references found! WAS-> Need alternative oil filt er alternatives
- From: Robert Mitchell <remksm@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 15 Aug 2003 09:19:03 -0400
>> If you're happy with FRAM, I don't particularly care, but it would be
>> difficult to convince me that FRAM makes a quality filter (I've had
one
>> rupture and I've seen cutaways of a number of brands).
Its Robert or Eric. I typically go by Eric, not that it matters :-)
I'm mysterious that way...
And I typically don't use FRAM filters. My point is/was that:
a) If you religiously change your oil and filter every 3K and don't
live in the desert, then you could probably get away with FRAM. Its
not a mortal sin. No, its not a great filter, but its adequate in a
pinch.
b) Those who find it inconvenient/expensive to buy into the Triumph
propaganda have plenty of quality alternatives and do NOT risk damaging
their engines.
c) The same holds true for a lot of oils out there as well.
It will be interesting to see what my dealer pours in tomorrow (like I
said, I caved). I'm pretty sure he'll screw on a Triumph filter, but
i've heard that not all dealers put the Triumph/Mobil synthetic into
service bikes that are out of warranty unless its specified by the
customer.
On an unrelated note, I'll report back on my findings regarding the
Avon 45/46 skins. I don't think there are a lot of bad tires out there
either, just different applications. I DO know that if I don't get
more than 3000 miles out of them, my wife is going to be REALLY upset.
Peace !
Robert/Eric :-)
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