S4_Cinci (I S'edTFA)

manf. due to inadequate thread reach issues. The nipple (threaded thing that filter screws onto) is too short (actually the threads on the filter's baseplate are too recessed) and there may not be enough contact to properly hold the filter to your car. If it falls off or leaks, you could suddenly loose oil pressure and/or most of your oil. In case you were wondering; this isn't good at all for your engine!

JustJeff

Thanks, but I think more here that change their own, use the Audi OEM filter.

OldSchool AG

when I changed mine the 1st time after acquiring it what did I find in there? NAPA Gold. ugh

JustJeff

Really? TP filter is better.

S4_Cinci (I S'edTFA)

posted this as I am stuck with a few of these. The only thing I don't like about the M1 filter is the canister is smaller, and thus gives you slightly less total oil capacity in the crankcase. I'm of the opinion that the bigger the pan/sump capacity the better! Can't go wrong with the Mann (Audi) OEM filter.

rbl

Amazingly, JC Whitney doesn't show it on their webpage.

norm wild

I think we should be using M1-205.

fignewton

so you should be aware of that too. Only difference is the outer casing with the "nut" on the bottom, from something I read earlier. May be the same problem, thread-wise.
Fig

S4_Cinci (I S'edTFA)

them about the 2.7t and 2.8 30V engines, not the VR-6 or any 4 cylinders. Not saying they won't fit, but I would advise you to check first. Hotline phone #: 800-882-0890. Made by Champion Labs.

OldSchool AG

garbage.