Originally posted by ajdulina:
I use the recommended oil filter for the 2.5 from Fram, don't quote me on it but off the top of my head i think its the PH2.
...and that says it all folks...
If you are worried about engine damage at start up I'd suggest using an oil filter that has an anti-drainback valve. Instead of spending several precious seconds waiting for the oil filter to refill and then more waiting for the timing chain tensioners to tighten and then even more waiting for oil to finally reach the heads!!!
If you are worried about engine damage any other time I would use a filter that can actually filter out contaminents and also not burst under heavy load (which our oil pumps can easily manage)
FRAM is utter garbage! Great marketing department, but worthless in every other one.
Use the stock Motorcraft (actually a Pure One cartridge in a Premium case) or a K&N (only filter rated above the stock oil pumps flow rating)
Both use an excellent drainback valve design and have great filtering ability.