Obsolete Oil Filter?

[birdman]

I don't mean to start a debate about oil filter brands, but can anyone tell me if the Motorcraft FL-218 oil filter is still made? That's what came on my T-Bird when it was new so I just stuck with it. In fact I purchased a case of the filters back in 03. I still have enough to last a few more years, but I did an internet search for the filters today and some sites say the filter is obsolete. No, I haven't tried a Ford dealer yet. I was hoping to find a better price on the internet.

A well known auto parts store (site) recommended the Motorcraft FL-2021 oil filter for 02/05 Thunderbirds. If anyone has tried that filter can you tell me if it has the same oil capacity as an FL-218? I would like to stay with the larger size if at all possible and I'll probably buy two cases this time. Thanks in advance for any input!

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[DiegoThundy]

Yes, it would definitely appear that way. I am not sure about the capacity difference, but I am pretty sure that the replacement for it is in fact the 2021. From what I hear, it performs on par with the 218 just fine. I personally don't pay that much attention to my filters, but I'm not too detail oriented. 😛

 

[birdman]

Thanks for your input. I'll just visit a local parts store and get a visual on the size of the substitution.

 

[DiegoThundy]

Good deal. Yeah, let me know what you find out. I'm kind of curious how they compare, too. One of these times I might have to rip two of them apart side by side and see what they are made of/how they hold up.