Oil Filter - UFI 2311800, STP S3512

[Cranky]

I've seen this topic come up a few times, so I thought I'd add my experience.

 

I drive a 2013 R300 (Ford Duratec) that came with a UFI 2311800 filter. Obviously, the local auto parts stores don't have filter listings for my car. In theory, I could use a filter from an equivalent Ford, but while it would thread on, it wouldn't fit into the tight spot for it. After doing some research, I found that the WIX 51335 would supposedly fit, but I couldn't find one of those locally either. I ended up with an STP S3512. I fit perfectly and appears to work.

 

I am not an oil filter expert. I am not claiming that it is an appropriate replacement in terms of filtering ability or pressures or anything like that. All I can say is that it fit and appears to be working OK.