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OLDCHEV4X4 · 08-10-2003, 10:37 AM

I went to get some oil filters the other day and they didnt have any AC Delco PF35's. So i asked if they had any and he said they were discontinued. WTF.. The guy said they were replaced by the PF1218 and the PF35L. The 1218 is $4 and the 35L is $10..
So whats the difference between the two? The look exactly the same..
Ive been using the the PF35 for 21 years!
I like the PF35!
I want my PF35 back!!!
Randy

**old Rusty C10** · 08-10-2003, 10:43 AM

shop around and buy a couple f cases of the pf35s im sure therye around somewhere yet

crazy longhorn · 08-10-2003, 11:06 AM

I run the 1218s on my sb. what I have been told is that they are the same filter as the pf35, but have an antidrainback valve added. im not sure on the pf35L, but I think it may be a "longlife filter"? As often as I change oil & filters, i couldnt see paying $10 for a filter. crazyL

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 08-11-2003, 12:14 AM

Same thing with the fram PH13. Some chainstores won't stock 'em. Now I use the Wix 51061 or Napa 1061. Same size, better filter.

Hotrod70C10 · 08-11-2003, 12:27 AM

The PF35L is a "long" filter. I use them on my truck because that's the first thing i see at the local auto zone.

Project1970 · 08-11-2003, 01:54 PM

Actually, IIRC, the PF35L is a synthetic-element filter; hence the $10 cost instead of $3. Think Mobil1 filter. The PF1218 is just the PF35 with an anti-drainback valve, and is the standard filter for newer smallblocks with proper clearance (my mom's '97 Suburban used one). I think the long filter is the PF45. Could be wrong on that, and maybe the 35L is long and synthetic!

booth · 08-11-2003, 04:10 PM

You are exactly right Project1970, PF35 and Pf1218 have the exact same media pack in them. I work for a filter company.
Paul

*racedvl* · 08-11-2003, 05:02 PM

I use a Hastings LF226. It's the 2 quart version.

OLDCHEV4X4 · 08-11-2003, 06:31 PM

sooo..The PF35L is synthetic filtered. =$10.
And the PF1218 is paper filtered with antidrainback valve. =$4.
Correct??

Pf25 is the short filter.

Randy

greasemonkey · 08-11-2003, 07:48 PM

I need the Pf25 because I have very little clearance around the headers, but I cannot find it anywhere. Does it have an ACDelco equivelant or do I have to get another brand?

**1970cstblazer** · 08-11-2003, 09:23 PM

I like the Napa Gold 1061 and have used them on my Blazer for years. They seem to be the best bang for the buck.

**MJN** · 08-11-2003, 11:17 PM

My local Farm and Fleet is the only place I can fin AC parts. The PF35 is the regular media filter and is called Duraguard and the PF35L is the synthetic media and called Ultraguard, I've got a 35L on the Blazer right now since they were all out of regular 35's. You can order off Delco's website too the last time I checked.

Project1970 · 08-11-2003, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by greasemonkey
I need the Pf25 because I have very little clearance around the headers, but I cannot find it anywhere. Does it have an ACDelco equivelant or do I have to get another brand?

The PF25 is an ACDelco filter.

I prolly should've mentioned it.

If you want a cross-reference for all brands...use the 1994 (or 1993-1997 for that matter) Camaro Z28. The PF25 is used there because there is NO room under that thing.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 08-12-2003, 05:56 AM

Would I want a synthetic filter for synthetic oil? I'm using Valvoline Syntech 20w50. Or is filter medium irrelevent to type of lubricant?

Hotrod70C10 · 08-12-2003, 06:54 AM

Thanks for clearing that up for me project1970. I wan't trying to give out wrong info.

greasemonkey · 08-12-2003, 11:17 AM

Uh yeah I know that the Pf25 is ACDelco. I re-read my post and I realized I worded that wrong. I thought maybe they got rid of it at the same time they got rid of the Pf35 because I can't find it at both the parts store that I knew used to carry it. I thought maybe they got rid of it and used another just like they did with the 35 going to the 1218.

08-10-2003, 10:37 AM	#1
OLDCHEV4X4 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Chester County PA, USA Posts: 1,228	Pf35 Oil Filter I went to get some oil filters the other day and they didnt have any AC Delco PF35's. So i asked if they had any and he said they were discontinued. WTF.. The guy said they were replaced by the PF1218 and the PF35L. The 1218 is $4 and the 35L is $10.. So whats the difference between the two? The look exactly the same.. Ive been using the the PF35 for 21 years! I like the PF35! I want my PF35 back!!! Randy __________________ 72 k/10 short wideside 72 k/5 Blazer 72 K/5 Blazer - obstacle course racer 72 custom/10 8' bed 70 K/5 Blazer 67 C-30 GMC Flat bed 86 GMC K2500 Plow Truck 85 GMC K3500 84 M1008 85 M1008 77 G30 Motor Home 72 Sears 12hp Tractor Glenmoore, Pennsylvania

08-10-2003, 10:43 AM	#2
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,284	shop around and buy a couple f cases of the pf35s im sure therye around somewhere yet __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

08-10-2003, 11:06 AM	#3
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,403	I run the 1218s on my sb. what I have been told is that they are the same filter as the pf35, but have an antidrainback valve added. im not sure on the pf35L, but I think it may be a "longlife filter"? As often as I change oil & filters, i couldnt see paying $10 for a filter. crazyL __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

08-11-2003, 12:14 AM	#4
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,210	Same thing with the fram PH13. Some chainstores won't stock 'em. Now I use the Wix 51061 or Napa 1061. Same size, better filter. __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.

08-11-2003, 12:27 AM	#5
Hotrod70C10 Low & Slow Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,047	The PF35L is a "long" filter. I use them on my truck because that's the first thing i see at the local auto zone. __________________ 70' C-10 LWB Fleetside 4.5/6 drop

08-11-2003, 01:54 PM	#6
Project1970 14.1 @ 96MPH Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 2,811	Actually, IIRC, the PF35L is a synthetic-element filter; hence the $10 cost instead of $3. Think Mobil1 filter. The PF1218 is just the PF35 with an anti-drainback valve, and is the standard filter for newer smallblocks with proper clearance (my mom's '97 Suburban used one). I think the long filter is the PF45. Could be wrong on that, and maybe the 35L is long and synthetic! __________________ Project1970 - LS1 Swap Complete!

08-11-2003, 04:10 PM	#7
booth Active Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Lonsdale, MN Posts: 109	You are exactly right Project1970, PF35 and Pf1218 have the exact same media pack in them. I work for a filter company. Paul

08-11-2003, 05:02 PM	#8
racedvl Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Woodstock, IL Posts: 7,020	I use a Hastings LF226. It's the 2 quart version.

08-11-2003, 06:31 PM	#9
OLDCHEV4X4 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Chester County PA, USA Posts: 1,228	sooo..The PF35L is synthetic filtered. =$10. And the PF1218 is paper filtered with antidrainback valve. =$4. Correct?? Pf25 is the short filter. Randy __________________ 72 k/10 short wideside 72 k/5 Blazer 72 K/5 Blazer - obstacle course racer 72 custom/10 8' bed 70 K/5 Blazer 67 C-30 GMC Flat bed 86 GMC K2500 Plow Truck 85 GMC K3500 84 M1008 85 M1008 77 G30 Motor Home 72 Sears 12hp Tractor Glenmoore, Pennsylvania

08-11-2003, 07:48 PM	#10
greasemonkey Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Pace, FL Posts: 2,155	I need the Pf25 because I have very little clearance around the headers, but I cannot find it anywhere. Does it have an ACDelco equivelant or do I have to get another brand? __________________ 1942 Master Deluxe 1969 C/10 1985 Blazer CUCV 1987 Jimmy 2004 Tahoe 2005 Silverado 1500 2005 Silverado 3500

08-11-2003, 09:23 PM	#11
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,444	I like the Napa Gold 1061 and have used them on my Blazer for years. They seem to be the best bang for the buck.

08-11-2003, 11:17 PM	#12
MJN Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Maquoketa, Ia/ Orr, Mn Posts: 3,000	My local Farm and Fleet is the only place I can fin AC parts. The PF35 is the regular media filter and is called Duraguard and the PF35L is the synthetic media and called Ultraguard, I've got a 35L on the Blazer right now since they were all out of regular 35's. You can order off Delco's website too the last time I checked.

08-12-2003, 05:56 AM	#14
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,210	Would I want a synthetic filter for synthetic oil? I'm using Valvoline Syntech 20w50. Or is filter medium irrelevent to type of lubricant?

08-12-2003, 06:54 AM	#15
Hotrod70C10 Low & Slow Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,047	Thanks for clearing that up for me project1970. I wan't trying to give out wrong info. __________________ 70' C-10 LWB Fleetside 4.5/6 drop

08-12-2003, 11:17 AM	#16
greasemonkey Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Pace, FL Posts: 2,155	Uh yeah I know that the Pf25 is ACDelco. I re-read my post and I realized I worded that wrong. I thought maybe they got rid of it at the same time they got rid of the Pf35 because I can't find it at both the parts store that I knew used to carry it. I thought maybe they got rid of it and used another just like they did with the 35 going to the 1218. __________________ 1942 Master Deluxe 1969 C/10 1985 Blazer CUCV 1987 Jimmy 2004 Tahoe 2005 Silverado 1500 2005 Silverado 3500



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