An oil filter with a no slip surface and a high quality synthetic media? I think I might have to try one out. Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG – April 12, 2023 FRAM Oil Filters are used in automotive applications to protect engines from contaminants and extend their lifespan. The FRAM brand was first introduced in 1934 by the FRAM Corporation, which was founded by FRederic Franklin and T. Edward AldAM. And this is how FRAM came about its corporate name. At that time of incorporation, the automotive industry was rapidly changing, and engines were becoming more complex. This led to the need for a better oil filter that could effectively remove dirt, dust, and metal particle contaminants from engine oil. Franklin and Aldam developed a replaceable oil filter that used a replaceable paper element to trap these contaminants for disposal with every oil change. Over the years, FRAM has continued to innovate and improve their oil filters with new technology such as the SureGrip anti-slip texture for easier installation and the Ultra Synthetic filter media for enhanced filtration efficiency. They are also designed to meet the specific needs of various engine types and applications, from high-performance sports cars to heavy-duty commercial trucks. They are engineered to provide reliable performance and long-lasting protection against engine wear, helping to keep engines running smoothly and efficiently. Today, FRAM oil filters are widely used by automotive enthusiasts, professional mechanics, and OEMs around the world. Which brings us to their very latest offering. FRAM just announced the launch of a new and innovative premium oil filter exclusively at Walmart called the FRAM Synthetic Endurance. FRAM Synthetic Endurance is a premium, high-flow synthetic oil filter that provides maximum protection and performance for up to 25,000 miles when paired with the appropriate synthetic motor oil. Engineered with a heavier steel construction, FRAM Synthetic Endurance provides enhanced durability to meet the demands of today’s higher-pressure engines. The FRAM Synthetic Endurance is equipped with durable, heavy-duty construction, a fully synthetic media that provides 99% filtration, and 360° textured grip for easy installation and removal. FRAM Synthetic Endurance was uniquely designed with innovative technology to provide vehicles with extended protection and performance that exceed beyond standard oil filter function. FRAM Synthetic Endurance filters feature: High-Flow Synthetic Oil Filter provides proven protection for up to 25,000 miles 360°Textured Grip provides non-slip surface for easier installation and removal Perfect Seal No-Stick Gasket provides extended durability that is designed for longer synthetic oil change intervals Heavy Duty Base Plate engineered to withstand higher pressure engines FRAM Synthetic Endurance oil filters are only available at Walmart retail locations in the United States.
Hi All: I purchased 10-packs of Toyota filters for my 20 and 21 Prime in the past for a great price but I am out. I picked up a 5-quart container of Mobil1 0W-16 ($26.97, down $3 from just weeks ago) and one of the brand new FRAM Synthetic Endurance filters. A bit expensive at $12.97 but I will take the higher quality build materials as a win. The filter is so new it is not even listed on the FRAM fitment website but Walmart had an updated fitment book in the Oil and Filter aisle showing the "Synthetic Endurance" using the same FRAM "XX"4967 model as the rest of the Prius Prime's filter spec fits. FRAM Synthetic Endurance - FE4967 FRAM Ultra Synthetic - XG4967 FRAM Titanium - FS4967 FRAM Force - FF4967 FRAM Tough Guard - TG4967 FRAM Extra Guard - PH4967 FRAM Drive - FD4967 I hope the above helps? Wayne
Hi All: While I am not an ordinary power driver - accumulated miles, not power, and most vehicles are not Hybrids or Plug-in Hybrids like my 21 Prime is, I completed the 30k mile OCI using the new Fram “Synthetic Endurance” filter and Mobil1 0W-16 Synthetic oil. I was watching the color change beginning at 10k and continuing every 5k miles through 30k miles. I know this is not an analysis, but the color is how I was judging the effectiveness of not just a Prius Prime's combustion cleanliness and blow by between 195k miles to 225k miles when I had it changed but the effectiveness of the filter. Because this is a Prius, about 30 to 40% of the vehicle run time is on the battery so in actuality, the engine miles were more along the lines of 20k miles. In any case, at 10k, there was essentially no color change. At 15k, it started to turn. At 20k, it was a little darker, and at 25k, it was finally turning dark. At 30k, I took it in for the OC. Notice there was no oil consumption across this 30k mile test on my 21 Prime as well. Yes, the Fram "Synthetic Endurance" did its job but at $12.97 plus tax per filter, you may want to consider a $5 to $6 Toyota filter in 10-pack quantity and continue with an OCI of 10k miles as spelled out in your owner’s manual. A Toyota filter from my inventory is in place currently. Wayne
