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These are NOT the same filter (archive)
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Posted by Jon R. Lewis on May 06, 2001 at 12:12:02:

In Reply to: Oil filter posted by Anthony 88M3 on May 05, 2001 at 19:14:37:

the 1600/2002, 2002tii, 320i, 318i (-85) filters share the same thread but the m3's filter has a different pressure rating.

using the lessor (but more available) filter will probably work on a street car (driven as such) but more than a few m3's have had trouble resulting in rapid oil loss (pressure & volume) at track events (including driving schools).

this is not an item to be cheap about. what's the savings? less than $2 if the dealer has a higher markup on m-parts. making certain that you get the right part # is usually more of an effort.

steve d'geralamo is one source for these where you can be sure to get what you need.


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