Day Two Enhancements to a 2016 GTH

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With the commencement of cooler weather (we call it whipple weather) on go the massive Carroll Shelby 20s for much improved traction.

Let the games begin!

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Question came up:

Should you upgrade your existing factory oil filter?

Affirmative a solid yes sir, it can be beneficial to upgrade your 2016 Mustang oil filter, especially if you drive the car hard or have performance modifications.

The factory filter is adequate but could be improved.

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Glad you asked.

With out going into specialty oil filter companies such as KN, PPE, FRANTZ, AMSOIL etc. that's a topic for another post.

We studied the motorcraft oil filters and came to these conclusions.

FL500

The FL500 is the standard filter for the mustang coyote motor.

FL520 vs FL820

Then you have the FL820 filter it has significantly higher capacity and better filtering performance than the FL500 filter.

The FL820 features a larger filter media surface area (283 sq. in. vs. 150 sq. in. for the FL500) and uses a mixed synthetic/cellulose media that is more efficient at a lower micron rating, providing a longer life and better protection. 

The FL 820 filter is designed for oil filtration and has a larger capacity than the FL 2051 filter, which is an older design that has been replaced by the FL 2124.

The FL 820 is a Ford Racing filter for performance applications, while the FL 2051 is a standard OE filter, with its replacement FL 2124 featuring increased surface area due to more pleats. 

FL 820: This is a Ford Racing filter with a larger capacity and more advanced media compared to standard filters. It features a higher flow rate, higher burst and impulse ratings, and a longer service life due to its high capacity media. It is designed for performance applications that see frequent hard use.

FL 2051

This is an older, standard oil filter for Ford vehicles, specifically the 6.7 Power Stroke engines. It has been replaced by the FL 2124, which is an updated version with more pleats and a higher surface area for filtration.

We know of a few citizens that have opted for this filter on their cars.

We opted to run the FL820 with Mobil 1 15w50 synthetic.

In closing when buying an oil filter, look for vehicle compatibility, a strong synthetic or high-quality media, good filtration efficiency, high dirt capacity, and crucial internal parts like a sturdy anti-drainback valve and a proper bypass valve, choosing reputable brands and matching your oil type.