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The gasket is a 1/4" smaller diameter than a PH3614 which is what I have in my files for a 3rd gen. Not sure if a 1/4" smaller will still seal or not.
 
Anyone changing their oil want to measure this or have any experience with this? Apparently a well know online auto parts retailer recommends a comparable aftermarket oil filter that is equivalent to the ph2951.
 
reg and oversized

Here's the list of regular and oversized filters that work with the 3rd gen. You can compare the filters on their sites under specs.

Here's Frams

FRAM

---Make-------Stock------Oversize
Amsoil--------EA15K51------EAO34
Fram----------PH3614-----PH3600
K&N-----------HP-1002----HP-2009
Mobil---------M1-102-----M1-209
Napa----------1348-------1516
PureOne-------PL10241----PL20195
Purolator-----L10241-----L20195
Wix-----------51348------51516
 
Interesting video . Now if someone would come up with a method so the 5VZ-FE filter change wouldn't result in oil going everywhere :becky:

Toyota might have been out to lunch when it came to placing the oil filter in the 5VZ 4Runner, as well as the V6 Camry 1MZ (right under the front exhaust), and many others. They are much better now.
 
Toyota might have been out to lunch when it came to placing the oil filter in the 5VZ 4Runner, as well as the V6 Camry 1MZ (right under the front exhaust), and many others. They are much better now.

Not as bad as my wife's Altima. I have to REMOVE THE TIRE to get to the filter, per the service manual. Now that's a pain. Changing the oil filter on my 4Runner is a breeze comparatively.
 
Not as bad as my wife's Altima. I have to REMOVE THE TIRE to get to the filter, per the service manual. Now that's a pain. Changing the oil filter on my 4Runner is a breeze comparatively.

The Runner filter change isn't ' hard ' , I just hate the f'n mess it makes . No matter how careful I try to be , oil seems to just go everywhere , especially into the skid plate , where it lingers for a few days :)



Now I have to go search around here and find out where the air box intake originates in the fender . I have a damn chipmunk manufacturing a condo in my air box ( just chewed on a brand new Toyota air filter , GRRRRRR ) . You'd think there'd be a varmit screen in that tube ??
 
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The Runner filter change isn't ' hard ' , I just hate the f'n mess it makes . No matter how careful I try to be , oil seems to just go everywhere , especially into the skid plate , where it lingers for a few days :)



Now I have to go search around here and find out where the air box intake originates in the fender . I have a damn chipmunk manufacturing a condo in my air box ( just chewed on a brand new Toyota air filter , GRRRRRR ) . You'd think there'd be a varmit screen in that tube ??

Rodents and varmits love the wiring in Toyotas for some reason. This happens frequently.
 
Here's the list of regular and oversized filters that work with the 3rd gen. You can compare the filters on their sites under specs.

Here's Frams

FRAM

---Make-------Stock------Oversize
Amsoil--------EA15K51------EAO34
Fram----------PH3614-----PH3600
K&N-----------HP-1002----HP-2009
Mobil---------M1-102-----M1-209
Napa----------1348-------1516
PureOne-------PL10241----PL20195
Purolator-----L10241-----L20195
Wix-----------51348------51516

Just to add to this list. Wix makes a filter that they describe as being synthetic oil only and for extreme conditions such as heavy duty towing and hauling, excessive heat, and driving in dusty/muddy conditions. Just add XP to the end of the part numbers. As an example I use Wix 51348XP and Mobil 1 synthetic for my oil change in my sport.
 
Here's the list of regular and oversized filters that work with the 3rd gen. You can compare the filters on their sites under specs.

Here's Frams

FRAM

---Make-------Stock------Oversize
Amsoil--------EA15K51------EAO34
Fram----------PH3614-----PH3600
K&N-----------HP-1002----HP-2009
Mobil---------M1-102-----M1-209
Napa----------1348-------1516
PureOne-------PL10241----PL20195
Purolator-----L10241-----L20195
Wix-----------51348------51516

^^ GREAT INFO kball, this week I ordered WIX 51516XP from RockAuto ($6.92 + shipping US$)

I understand Amsoil Synthetic Oil filters are currently manufactured by WIX / premium filter, not their silver or gold series.
Corresponding Amsoil #EA034 (oversize) is WIX Platinum #5156XP.
- just bought my 2000 4Runner SR5 this year, and dealer did the last oil change
- I run WIX Platinum Oil Filters, in all our vehicles now
- on wife's 2008 RAV4 Limited V6, I use Pennzoil Platinum with Wix XP filter
- after 8-10,000 Km, synthetic oil (from Natural Gas base stock) is still half of its honey color
- on my Gen3 T4R, will be using Amsoil 5W-30 and a synthetic media WIX over-sized XP oil filter
[Cut Open] NEW NAPA Platinum 41515 | Engine Oil Filters | Bob Is The Oil Guy

WIX XP filters provide optimum protection for the increased demands on today’s vehicles,” said Donald Chilton, North American product development manager at WIX Filters. “Heavy loads, towing, high-idling city driving and severe driving conditions are no match for the enhanced durability of XP.”

XP, the third oil filter line manufactured by WIX, is available through independent auto parts dealers and warehouse distributors. According to Chilton, XP filters are ideal for vehicles subject to:
• Towing trailers, boats and heavy equipment;
• High idling conditions in stop-and-go city driving; and
• Harsh driving environments, such as dusty and muddy roads and extremely high temperatures.

“Avid automotive enthusiasts and do-it-yourself consumers want the best performance for their vehicles, but even the most devoted enthusiasts are unsure of the ideal filter to choose for synthetic motor oils,” Chilton said. “Our XP line eliminates any confusion and continues the WIX commitment to offer products that align with the demands of today’s vehicles.”

Premium oil filters such as XP provide several benefits, including:
• Wire-backed, fully synthetic media that traps more dirt, dust and grime; and
• Greater resistance to hardening and cracking due to silicone anti-drain-back valve.

“Oil is the life-blood of an engine, which means the oil filter should never be taken for granted, especially in harsh environments,” Chilton said. “The small price maintenance teams must pay for premium filters is well worth the cost when you consider the benefit and components of premium products.”

XP Product Description https://www.amazon.com/WIX-Filters-51516XP-Spin-Filter/dp/B00C5TBXY6
Wix XP Oil Filters use synthetic media and provide robust engine protection when using synthetic motor oil for extreme driving conditions such as towing, extreme idle time, lower gear mountainous climbs, long periods at highway speeds and extreme cold throughout the OE manufacturer's recommended oil and filter change interval. A specifically formulated HNBR gasket provides an excellent seal during extreme cold engine starts and resist hardening under elevated oil temperatures. For spin-ons, Wix XP silicone anti-drain back valves protect against dry starts past the traditional filter change interval. Wix XP Oil Filter Laboratory Test Performance per ISO-4548-12: 32 grams dirt* - up to 100% more than Wix - 99% efficient at 35 microns** (Based on *51515XP - **51356XP, 57060XP)
 
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http://www.oilfilter-crossreference.com

I like this site for getting together a quick list of my option before going to store.i usually pick the OEM filter and it finds all the similar filters. Saves me time on the island since there are a lot of unfamiliar generic brand filters here.

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Not as bad as my wife's Altima. I have to REMOVE THE TIRE to get to the filter, per the service manual. Now that's a pain. Changing the oil filter on my 4Runner is a breeze comparatively.


Best oil change experience yet , cut off the leg of an old pair of jeans and tucked it all around and underneath my filter . Turns out jeans are SUPER absorbent !
 

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