well i would take the ac one more filtration because of the lack of metal plates and changed on a every year basis result better engine life so lets see some trials done on filters after say 10000 miles with flow rates before use and after then cut open checks

My dad was a tool maker for Campbell filter in Dexter Mo. They made oil filters. There was like 15-17 brands of oil filters. Everyone was made on the same line using the same materials. The difference came when separated at the paint line, some were orange, white and many other colors. There are very few companies that make there own filters and that are different.

Super t. Because I change my oil early. Usually by color. So saving the money on an oil change works for me. At the rate I change my oil both should have life left.

The SuperTech is a damn nice filter. Metal end caps, silicone anti-drain back, lots of big return holes, high-flowing nylon cage, and plenty of filtration media. Best in its price range.

I am a retired mechanic and I also spent 17 years in a GM parts department,AC Delco oil filters years ago were the best, but just like everything they made them cheaper,no big surprise.

Been using AC Delco for 35 years and not changing.

I've never had problems with Ac Delco. I will continue with them.

Thanks for another inside look into filters. Media composition and filtration rates aside, which are sometimes impossible to obtain from the manufacturers or difficult to obtain on your own without costly apparatus, your videos furnish viewers with info they would not have unless they wasted money opening the unused filters that you open. Keep it up. I appreciate it!

I enjoy watching your videos and others they bring me up when I am having a rough day and not making any money in my side business of changing oil on my days off from work.

My 2003 Corolla , at 193,000 miles , still runs like new.Ive been using Walmart Supertech 5W 30 full synthetic and Frams cheapest oil filter.

I think you could safely wager a large amount that those filters came from the same factory. When you calculated the area of the filter media you left off the part of the walmart filter that was cut off with the end caps. Include that and will have as much or more area than the Delco. Oil can still penetrate that part of the media and go around the flange on the metal cap.

Nicely done. Great camera work too. Very clear. Thank you for sharing.

Thank you for making this video. I’ve been looking forward it. It made my day! Thank you!

I love these video's. I'm glad that your taking apart oil filters. It gives us a good review and look on how these filters are built plus it keeps the filter company's on their toes.

Went to Walmart yesterday and got a super tech oil filter and super tech 5w20 full synthetic. First time using this brand since I heard many good things about it

Surprisingly the Super Tech is a better made filtet in my opinion. Both very similar in their design. But the Super Tech has better materials and construction. Good show.

205k miles on my 2005 2500hd gmc been using acdelco from the first oil change

Fram n Full Synthetic Oil, filter every 3K, Oil every 10K..no problems..200 to 300 miles a day 6 days a week 2.5L 2011 Ford Mazda Engine 350K and still going...

good video , I use K N HP filters now to each his own in the 60's 70's used fram

Another great job Peter! Keep up the good work!

First THANK YOU for your complete breakdown on what is inside these two filters. I have a 2005 Envoy 4.2 inline 6 and its time to change the oil. As a side note I have used Castrol all synthetic Extended high mileage last two oil changes with the oil changed at 8,500 mile mark both times and this time its right at 8,000 , no use of oil, runs great and when I switched to this Castrol you could feel how the engine ran smoother and increased mpg slightly. Rolling at 183k miles. Hope this info helps other folks. Subscribed

The Florida pool pump motor repair guy, approved ! that was good info, thanks WCW

I've used AC Delco filters from Rock Auto (along with other brands) on my GM van and never had issues but I'll use Wix or Superteck from now on. Thanks for the informative video

I stay with A.C. Delco for one reason above all. They do not leak out the gasket like so many others on my 350 Corvette motor.

Great review. When comparing filters the 3 most critical measures are the micron rating (how small of particles it will filter out), It's BETA rating (how efficient the filter is at removing these particles), and the last measure is how much of these contaminants the filter material can hold in grams. In general if one uses a good synthetic oil with a good filter you can easily follow the engine manufacturer's criteria for oil change intervals. If you are changing your oil at 3000 miles you are probably throwing away good oil.

Can’t believe how much better the super tech is. Can’t be beat for the price. I use fram ultra or purolator boss, but I’m going to use the super tech to do a marvel mystery flush. Now I’m confident using it. Thanks whip!

The comments about splitting hairs and "good enough" for street and the price concerns reminded me to remind everyone here that the engineers and us are asking a hell of lot out of all these tiny displacement, direct injection, turbo and twin turbo engines. The tolerances on these things are very tight. No room for error. As I replied to a earlier post, I watched a Fram collapse on first start up. Fresh race motor on a stand that allowed me to see it crush like cheap beer can. Been doing street and race motors over 45 yr. and I'll tell you these tiny boosted motors are on the edge just like racing motors. Just keep that in mind when choosing your next filter.

I use anything but a Fram. Supertech is my most often used. Since Walmart in my area doesn't stock a good variety of filters I often order Wix since they are cheap on Amazon.

I use the exact same filter size 10060 in SuperTech form. I knew from my own observation that AC DELCO makes Supertech. I have been using Supertech a long time now, as with my experience with AC Delco I have been satified with their performance. I will likely continue using SuperTech long into the future until they change things up again.

Supertech wins on price. I've been running supertech full synthetic and filters for 20 years and keep all my vehicles well over 200k. No problem here.

Thank you so much for this informative video. I've always used the factory AC filters for years and years but now you have convinced me I could feel safe and use the Walmart brand. Kudo's too you..

WOW for $3 ST looks great , I use Purolator One got several when they were on sale.

Supertech... Never would have guessed it would be a stronger filter by comparison. Thank you!

Awesome video! Thanks man!

The Supertech's Silicone Anti-Drainback Valve makes it the clear winner.

I'd say the supertech wins especially when you consider it is less expensive. Definitely a better value.

Thanks, I have used PF46E in my 2007;Canyon / 4 CYL OCCASIONALLY OVER THE YEARS…….. etc..

13:20 If you change your oil as often as directed in your owners manual, I doubt those metal end caps will play much of a role. On the other hand 2 dollars more is hardly a deal breaker when it comes to protecting your engine oil from contaminants. Nice video. Cheers!

I would definitely take a closer look at Super Tech after this. Never gave that brand a thought until now.

My 06 Fusion with the Mazda 2.3L engine uses one of those canister filters with just the media to replace. Shockingly those cost as much or more than a traditional oil filter. Making out good there I think. The cap comes off and has an inner nylon cage like these use. It seemed to me that was a huge improvement for oil flow, and I am glad to see that being implemented in oil filters. Having said that, I am going to start buying Supertech filters again. I used them years ago when they cost $2. I still have one from about 10 years ago. I will have to cut it open and see what they were like back then compared to now.

I use both. Never any problem

They are both built by Champ filter co.

The filter element you left in those steel end caps will still filter as the oil can travel up the side pleats! Looks like a wash to me.

Super Tech It’s the one I always grab for my Wife’s 2007 RAV4 V6, 171K and the Super Tech high mileage 5W30 synthetic oil, change it every 5K. Oil is still clean when I change it! 👍 Liked and subscribed, Dave.

The filter sold under the AC/Delco brand is a Purolator filter that's what 'PF' stands for in the 'PF48E' product number, the Walmart brand filter is made by Champion Laboratories. I use Walmart brand oil and filters and have been having very good luck...

Both of these filters are made by Champion labs, one the two three biggest filter manufacturers in the US. There is likely a lot of parts sharing going on here... Those Supertech MP series filters are pretty solid for the money. Hard to find anything much better than locally for a reasonable price.

I do believe both are made in the same factory. Slight differences and they duked it out but supertech comes out on top here!

I would take super tech they’re so much cheaper and the metal end caps are boss, along with the silicone , should prove better under a wider range of conditions. Thanks for opening them up !

Good review and camera work.

I use the AC delcos on all 3 of my gm vehicles and OEM on everything else. I learned my lesson about 10 years ago when the guy at napa gave me the wrong filter for my zero turn that had a kohler engine on it. Filter screwed on but caused oil starvation issues and about mid summer the engine went. It was under warranty but not after they seen it was the aftermarket filter that caused the issue. I use OEM not because they are vastly superior but just so i can say hey GM,Kohler whoever your approved OEM filter caused this issue not something I done and that is something that will stand up in court, Thats how I look at it anyway

I honestly wouldn't feel bad using the AC Delco filter. That core looks just like a Mahle oil filter, save the reinforcement in the center. Changed every 5k miles, I never had a problem with them just like we haven't had a problem, with those ACD's. As far as I'm concerned, these are two good filters for a lot of people's needs. Not the best, not the worst, but very good for a large group.

Good comparison, I think I'll buy the Supertech from now on! Usually run the ACdelco in my truck. I saw "Whip City Wrencher" and thought nah can't be Westfield. Then as soon as I heard you speak; gotta be! I used to spend lots of time at the BMX track there.

I’ve been using super tech synthetic oil for a while now. No problems.

I have been using supertech oil and filters for over 8 years. No problems

Please for the love of god never go 20000 miles between oil changes, I’ve seen what happens when you do and it’s not pretty.

Can't understand why everybody is all Bent Over oil filters with felt end caps I have Never seen one destroy a Engine ONLY THING i seen that Destroyed a engine is NOT Changing The OIL NOT the OIL Filter Failing .

Both filters are made by Champ Labs. The AC here is more comparable to the regular SuperTech($3). the media in the ST is thicker making it a notch above the AC.

Great video. Love em!

Like how in 10 months time (previous comparison video) these filters have completely switched in quality. Probably changed stickers.

Good timming. I just changed over to the Supertech MP10060 from the PF48E on my 07 LS2 Corvette last summer. So far all is good.

Wow, I learned alot, Good job..

This was well done. You would be surprised as to the number of "Tier 1" suppliers that supply filters to the OEMs. Very short list. Oh, and all of them make 2nd and 3rd level filters that are less expensive than the OE service brand.

I think supertech takes this one....It is made with better quality materials..Great video! 👍👍

The super tech filter material is longer because the individual folded sections are wider. I use super tech oil and filters in all my vehicles 👍🏻

Nice video Whip... I'm going with the Supertech. I really like the new MP Supertech line up!!!!

I've been inside a number of Chinese factories, over the years that I worked there. Saw quite a number of products, some famous brands too. They ALL had 'Made In USA' ( or Germany, UK, etc) on them. It comes down to knowing where the factory is located.

Any filter will do just fine. Super Tech is a great choice. It's very easy! You can NEVER change your oil to early! BUT you can change it to late! Maintenance is cheaper than repairs!

My problem with oil filters from most manufacturers today is they keep getting smaller, which seems like it would reduce the filtering capacity. Some filters are so tiny they look like they would be useless after a certain amount of time, depending on the driving conditions. Wix seems to be a little better in this regard, but I still like to try to find the largest filter I can find to fit my car's engine, even if it means using a big block Chevy filter on the small block engine in my car because it's usually larger.

Where I'm at in Southern California, wal mart doesn't carry super tech oil filters, but started carrying the ac Delco brand, however they still have some super tech brand oil in stock!

Nice Infomation thank.

Good job on finding out a good oil filter for my jorgegarcia Dallas Texas

A very well-done comparison. I've been watching these filter comparisons for years as a DIY homeowner with several cars over the years. Been changing oil for over 40 years now myself. I've said several times that I buy whatever is on sale and it's the frequency of oil changes NOT necessarily the type of oil filter. I've used Fram, Supertech, and all the brand names. Years ago we used to change the oil every 3,000 miles. Now I do it between 6-8,000 with synthetic oil or whatever is on sale (even Supertech synthetic). Funny you use an AC PF48 filter. That's the same one on my 2013 C6 Corvette.

Thanks, just wanted to say when you measure the pleats , use the wide part of the calipers for accurate readings on soft materials.

Champion Labs make Supertech oil filters. They are made in the United states of America. In terms of manufacturing, Supertech oil filters are manufactured in about six different states. ..same for ac delco...

There's a good chance that Champion Labs is making both filters and that's why the quality is similar/close on both. The "E" in the Delco part is for "E-Core" which was done some years back in order to consolidate applications and lower the amount of SKUs that have to be carried on the shelf.

I’m not convinced the comparison revealed which one was superior to the other. Besides, the brands could change the composition depending on the application. I’ve read lots of bad stuff about the cheap oil filters, such as oil drainback valves deteriorating at the 3K mile mark, resulting in dry starts which is even more important to avoid these days with the automatic start/stop technology. For my vehicles, I switched from Mobil 1 extended performance oil filters to a Fram Ultra oil filter because many sites said it’s better, and I found they’re cheaper as well but knowing how bad Fram filters are, I had a difficult time making the change. I also switched from SuperTech full synthetic to Mobil 1 extended performance full synthetic oil because it didn’t cost much more and the 20K mileage protection claim made it seem to be the superior choice and matched the 20K claims of the filters, but I’ll stick with my 5K mile oil changes (more frequently if I visited dusty areas, dirt roads, or sandy areas) and I’ll continue ignoring any time factors since I’d never wait the year maximum anyway. Since I assume this video was created to help people make prudent choices, I’ll contribute a PSA: Never use dinosaur oil or even synthetic blends, especially on direct fuel injection engines…which the vast majority are these days, because the PCV sends oil vapors past the intake valves and instead of being washed away by the fuel passing over ‘em on port injection vehicles, the oily vapor just collects, layer after layer, in the valve chamber, onto the stems and that oil bakes into hard carbon that’ll eventually break into chunks, possibly causing leaky valves, compression loss, and perhaps shortening the life of the engine. Often a telltale sign is an engine miss at idle, which can shorten the life of the catalytic converter, possibly obstructing the exhaust. Direct fuel injection could be planned obsolescence but I believe that could be avoided by simply using full synthetic oil. Sure it costs more to change the oil but think of all the costly problems that could be avoided. I’ve read that some vehicle manufacturers use a combination of port injection along with direct injection to address the issue so do your own research. I sure hope this doesn’t get marked as spam but I see nothing wrong with helping people.

I’d take the super tech

Both made by Champion Labs. The new PF63 looks more like that Supertech as far as construction goes. The old PF63E looks more like that PF48E.

Both filters seem like excellent choices. I usually go with a factory filter if I can. However I do not use fram oil filters any longer. Above all, just change oil at regular intervals, and use oil recommended by the manufactures.

I’ve used the AC Delcos ( mostly on GM’s) for years without any problems. Except on our Toyotas where I use Toyota filters.

Often Rock Auto is technically cheaper but then you include shipping and handling, now you are higher than store prices. I always check carefully about the shipping charges, often these charges make on line shopping not that attractive.

The felt doesn't bother me. It is commonly used on the very old to newer designed HVAC chillers I've worked on from small to 400 ton. The metal end caps partially restrict some of the filter area. A filter cannot compensate for improper maintenance and I'd be ok with either. So why not buy the cheaper OEM filter?

I am a believer in oem, simply because of premature engine failure and warranty protection, "your not covered, you didn't use our oem filters as prescribed in our vehicle warranty agreement "

Thanks for the all your effort but I must say the only thing that matters is the ability of the filter to filter for its given application. Comparing gasket sizes, end cap appearances, etc. is nice, but it falls into the category of "thicker, prettier, or bigger" is always better, which is misleading unless you have a specific failure. It takes a lot of hours of testing in the lab and in the field to properly evaluate a filters performance - something the OEM's have already done many times. Everything else is just an opinion.

These filters are rated for 20,000 miles, Wow, unthinkable even a decade back for lower cost filters. AC Delco must know the nitrile rubber ADBV lasts, surprising that a 20,000 mile filter would still use that. Very disappointing they went felt end caps via Frams cheapest filters. That Super Tech is a high quality basic filter. Much better than probably 95,000 of what the quick change lube places use too. Wal Mart has always linked up with quality product makers in my opinion. Quaker State, Champion Labs, etc. Unless you're really going with top notch long life filters , Amsoil, K&N Gold etc. you can't beat this price point on Super Tech. Only if your keeping the car forever does some of the high price point stuff payoff, again in my opinion. Super Tech gets the Win here 👏 Thanx For This Video WCW!

Have used Super tech for years. Good filter for the money.👍🇺🇸

Jus to give an idea for micron: a white blood cell is 20 microns, fine dust is 40 microns and hair is approximately 80 microns. I would imagine that oil filter manufacturers follow ISO guidelines. Great video!

Interesting how Super Tech is 8 inches longer, but it's only a difference of 2 pleats. Another great review of filters!

That AC/Delco filter is EXACTLY like the Champ filter I just cut apart.

Been using tech filters for years, no problem...

I use WIX on most of my cars. Motorcraft on my Ford diesel. Walmart notorious for cheap quality.

The GM fanboys are the only people who would want the ac delco.the dealerships think they're installing the best...but wal mart beat them!

I use to run the A/C until it went up to $12 a filter at Walmart. Been running super tech ever since

Personally I love super tech products. An I've used others but I also love to use factory equipment as well. Great video.

Super tech for me. Just a better made filter with metal end caps.

Suggestion: Go the extra mile & try them in real-life conditions--running them in a vehicle (like Project Farm does!)

I will go with the Super Tech

Great job

I’ve read that the end caps on the AC Delco are not glued m. They are welded with an ultrasonic method that bonded the media and the end cap together. Regardless low standard of quality with average delco.

As a 35 year ASE Auto Technician..Buy the Super Tech from Walmart much better filter at a cheaper price too..