Hengst Filter Question - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

timreid · #1 01-29-2003, 04:43 PM

I've never used Hengst oil filters, and I got one of those sort-of a dumb question. If I recall correctly the oil filters I've previously used, their outer wrapping joint has been stitched together. Has the Hengst outer wrapping joint always been glued together, or is this a new way of connecting the joint? Just curious/concerned about that glued joint!
Thanks, enjoy your drive, timreid

renyf1 · #2 01-29-2003, 04:49 PM

i've been ordering hengst filters from fastlane after emailing them which was the better one....whoever i talked to recommended hengst and i've never had a problem or questioned it

sure answered ur question huh?

when i get home i can look at one from the box and tell u

mbdoc · #3 01-29-2003, 04:53 PM

Hengst is an OE supplier to MB & in "most" cases they are OE quality. What filter application?

timreid · #4 01-29-2003, 05:58 PM

Hi M.B. DOC

I'm going to use their oil filter (E153H D25) for my 92 400E. I'm just curious about the application of the glued joint, and was wondering if it's a new method of joining the ends?

Thanks, enjoy your drive, timreid

400E · #5 01-29-2003, 08:29 PM

I've been using Hengst filters for 3+ years, changing oil at 5000 miles, and never had a problem. The ones I've used have always been glued.

They go well with Mobil 1 ...

mbdoc · #6 01-30-2003, 06:01 PM

That is an OE filter & yes many of the oil filters have been modified for the FSS cars starting in 1998.
Had a lot of oil filters fall apart when you leave them in for 10k+miles.

timreid · #7 01-31-2003, 10:23 AM

The old oil/filter change commercial would apply to FSS cars, pay me now ($) or pay me later $$$$.
Concerning the application of glue used in oil filters, this reminds me of what I read several years ago, that during the Vietnam War (a Super Glue) was used as the adhesive to close wounds, and saved many lives.
enjoy your drive, timreid