lager68 Posted November 6, 2005 Share Posted November 6, 2005 What size or part number oil filter for my 97 outback/limited ? thanks all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tunered Posted November 6, 2005 Share Posted November 6, 2005 What size or part number oil filter for my 97 outback/limited ? thanks all. http://autozone.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lager68 Posted November 7, 2005 Author Share Posted November 7, 2005 Gee, I guess you work at Autozone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnuman Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Gee, I guess you work at Autozone. No, that is just a convienient place to look up easily findable information. 1stsubaruparts.com did not give a part # but they charge $4.50 or so for it. When I drop into an AutoZone, I grab a Bosch 3310 filter which is also the one for your car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tunered Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Gee, I guess you work at Autozone. no i dont work for autozone,i seen this post all day and nobody attempted to answer,so that was the first link i found. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unverviking Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 go to NAPA, their filters are WIX, the better of the filters out there. avoid FRAM at all costs, bad things can happen... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowman Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 I try to stick with Purolator or OEM filters, which are the same thing with different packaging. You can get OEM filters from the dealer by the case of 12 for $60, which is $5 a filter. You'd be hard pressed to find a better price on a decent filter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edrach Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Having just re-ordered filters for my '91 Legacy and '97 Impreza, I just got 6 from www.1stsubaruparts.com for $4.50 each plus tax and shipping. I always try to order filters along with other parts to defray the $5 cost for shipping. Part number for my cars is 15208AA060; order the drain plug gasket also (p/n 11126AA000) for 31 cents each. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zyewdall Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 avoid FRAM at all costs, bad things can happen... Like what. I've never used anything but fram on any of my vehicles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcspeer Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 I put nearly 450,000 miles on a Chev. Malibu using Fram, and I have nearly 300,000 miles on my Subaru now, using Fram. I did replace the Subaru engine at 288,000 miles because the timing belt idle came apart and valves got into pistons. So what is wrong with Fram? go to NAPA, their filters are WIX, the better of the filters out there. avoid FRAM at all costs, bad things can happen... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnphils Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 The factory part number is 15208AA060 I can the oem Subaru to you also for 4.50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vic/se Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 go to NAPA, their filters are WIX, the better of the filters out there. avoid FRAM at all costs, bad things can happen... Is Fram that bad? ....And why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swc7916 Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Is Fram that bad? ....And why? I personally don't think that Fram filters will harm your engine, especially if you change both oil and filter regularly, however; you can't go wrong with OEM, so why bother with some other brand? I buy them 6 at a time from the Subaru dealer and get a price break. The thing that really annoys me is price of the washer - why are they so expensive? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zyewdall Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 I personally don't think that Fram filters will harm your engine, especially if you change both oil and filter regularly, however; you can't go wrong with OEM, so why bother with some other brand? I buy them 6 at a time from the Subaru dealer and get a price break. The thing that really annoys me is price of the washer - why are they so expensive? Uh.. The washer doesn't come with the filter?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swc7916 Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 The filter comes with an o-ring seal, of course. The washer for the oil drain plug must be replaced with each oil change, as it is a crushable washer. If I remember correctly, they were $1.10 apiece at the dealer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcspeer Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 I dont think I ever changed the little washer on the drain plug, and it has never leaked, I dont even remember for sure if it had one, and that is with around 60 oil changes. I have just lately put the Fumto valve on, and Iam not real confident with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zyewdall Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 The filter comes with an o-ring seal, of course. The washer for the oil drain plug must be replaced with each oil change, as it is a crushable washer. If I remember correctly, they were $1.10 apiece at the dealer. Oh. Makes sense. I have a loyale, so how would I know if it's leaking anyway.... It does look like the crushable washer type now that that I think about it. I've never replaced it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theflystyle Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 i know im bringing up a old topic but instead of buying the washer everytime, i just got one of those quick flow tips that is just a valve that you can open or close to let the oil out.... sooooo much less mess and hassle when changing the oil. just put a old one gal milk container (usually little more than one, or an old windshield wiper bottle ) and there you go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster2 Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 i know im bringing up a old topic but instead of buying the washer everytime, i just got one of those quick flow tips that is just a valve that you can open or close to let the oil out.... sooooo much less mess and hassle when changing the oil. just put a old one gal milk container (usually little more than one, or an old windshield wiper bottle ) and there you go! I have heard of the quick flow tips, what is it officially called, where is it sold, how much is the cost. Thanks for any info.........Rooster2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dickensheets Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 The quick flow tips are handy but I'm afraid of whacking a stick or old truck tire on the road and it getting opened for me while I'm driving. Paranoid yes. But..... Get an aluminum washer at ACE hardware and crush away for 7cents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubPar Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 I dont think I ever changed the little washer on the drain plug, and it has never leaked, I dont even remember for sure if it had one, and that is with around 60 oil changes. I have just lately put the Fumto valve on, and Iam not real confident with it. From the Fumoto site: "Warning! For users under extreme conditions: If you are using the Engine Oil Drain Valve on off-road vehicles such as farm tractors and logging equipment under extreme environment (i.e. corn fields, brush areas), it is recommended that a hose clip as shown below be used for extra safety and security. The hose clip, which can be purchased at any hardware stores, will firmly keep the lever in the locked position at all times." The hose clip size is 5/8". Between the locking mechanism, and the hose clip, the valve isn't going to open. If you hit something hard enough to break the valve off, chances are the oil pan is going to get wrecked too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rooster2 Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 I put nearly 450,000 miles on a Chev. Malibu using Fram, and I have nearly 300,000 miles on my Subaru now, using Fram. I did replace the Subaru engine at 288,000 miles because the timing belt idle came apart and valves got into pistons. So what is wrong with Fram? I have used a lot of Fram filters over the years, but have read and heard enough negative to shy away from them. One mechanic told me that he saw a Fram oil filter that had come apart, and leaked oil badly. I made it a point a couple of years back to cut open a Fram filter. I was not impressed with what I found inside. There wasn't much filtering media, and the filter didn't look well made. I saw a report that had been published on oil filter performance. All Frams, except their top of the line, were not rated well. Wix came out the best, Purolator, was just so so. If I can find the oil filter website, I will paste it on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98obster Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 I've had the Fumoto for about 5 oil changes so far (2 years). It comes with the clip. I did have to buy a couple different washers to make everthing line up properly and be tight. even with the skidplate, I can change the oil in about 15 minutes (including drain time and filter change). the opening is just (and I mean just) above the hole in the skid plate that I cover with duct tape. Now, I wouldn't rallyx with the valve without a spare sump and oil supply on board. oh, OE subaru filters because they are designed for their position in subarus and because I have a subaru. I have used M1 filters with I used all Mobile 1 oil though. edit: I believe Purlolator makes Subaru oil filters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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