Size matters! - let's put a BIG oil filter on our LS!
#136
When ordering the Motorcraft FL-400S via Amazon It states that it is not compatible with our LS400, I have a '96. Is this inaccurate and they are just mistaken? Also I was noticing that the one I linked to on Amazon is claimed to not be the 'larger' filter and they apparently have shrunken the size from prior manufacturing. Any insight into this?
#138
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When ordering the Motorcraft FL-400S via Amazon Amazon.com: Motorcraft FL400S Silicone Valve Oil Filter: Automotive
It states that it is not compatible with our LS400, I have a '96. Is this inaccurate and they are just mistaken? Also I was noticing that the one I linked to on Amazon is claimed to not be the 'larger' filter and they apparently have shrunken the size from prior manufacturing. Any insight into this?
It states that it is not compatible with our LS400, I have a '96. Is this inaccurate and they are just mistaken? Also I was noticing that the one I linked to on Amazon is claimed to not be the 'larger' filter and they apparently have shrunken the size from prior manufacturing. Any insight into this?
amazon's silly little program just checks to see if it is the stock replacement, and I tend to use one size larger!
#139
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http://www.amazon.co.jp/TOYOTA-90915.../dp/B00DLUHFZY
I often find OEM parts made in Japan much cheaper at Rockauto. I just wonder why.
#140
Only $4? That's amazing compared here in Japan. Amaon J sells it cheaper than others but still it is twice more expensive 840 Yen = about $8.
http://www.amazon.co.jp/TOYOTA-90915.../dp/B00DLUHFZY
I often find OEM parts made in Japan much cheaper at Rockauto. I just wonder why.
http://www.amazon.co.jp/TOYOTA-90915.../dp/B00DLUHFZY
I often find OEM parts made in Japan much cheaper at Rockauto. I just wonder why.
#143
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everything costs a lot in Japan! - you have to pay the big bucks if you want to live in a zero-crime country!
PS - for those folks who want to stick with the made in Japan Denso filter and are not concerned with the cost, the part number to search for is 90915-20004 - a very nice filter indeed, and the one that came on your LS400 when new!
PS - for those folks who want to stick with the made in Japan Denso filter and are not concerned with the cost, the part number to search for is 90915-20004 - a very nice filter indeed, and the one that came on your LS400 when new!
#145
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No, it's not. The factory installed one was 90915-20002 which was succeeded to 90915-20004 later on. I have never seen any filter printed 1501003 in Japan.
#146
As far as I can tell the 90915-20002 was replaced by 90915-20004 which in turn was replaced by the current 90915-YZZD3. It is my understanding that the earlier ones are no longer available unless someone still has old stock.
I bought a carton of 90915-YZZD3 from Sewell together with motor mounts. Bargain.
I bought a carton of 90915-YZZD3 from Sewell together with motor mounts. Bargain.
#147
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/more...255&cc=1187456
ps. Funny enough the same filter is listed on Amazon, but it looks completely different, which I assume has more to do with Amazon than the filter. They have been known to post wrong images of products.
#148
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Oh, I wasn't clear enough: the 1501003 p/n is Denso number. Take a look at this, they even list original Toyota filters as "alternate OEM p/n" for 9091520002, 9091520004:
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/more...255&cc=1187456
ps. Funny enough the same filter is listed on Amazon, but it looks completely different, which I assume has more to do with Amazon than the filter. They have been known to post wrong images of products.
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/more...255&cc=1187456
ps. Funny enough the same filter is listed on Amazon, but it looks completely different, which I assume has more to do with Amazon than the filter. They have been known to post wrong images of products.
Last edited by Yamae; 01-31-14 at 05:37 PM.
#149
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also the filter media is different as well as the internal design - I have split both of these filters open before, using my favorite tool! - Muhahaha!