[M5andZ3M]

I have seen two different productions of the Mann Oil filter HU 938/4x. Both just as good?

 

[TitanCi]

I believe it's the same. Take a look at this site (germanfilters.com) 2002 BMW M5 oil filter - 5.0 V8 - German Filters or http://www.germanfilters.com/2000-bmw-oil-filter-p-45914.html
They have a good cross reference to all the filters, and I beileve Mann makes them for any different companies under different names (please correct me if I'm wrong). I picked up a Bosch one at local auto parts store, and to my surprise it was made in Germany (looks exactly like the ones at the dealership).

 

[sor118]

The bottom one looks inferior in construction. I wouldn't use it in my car.

TitanCI, are you for real that you didn't know Bosch was German? Look aroiund any BMW and you will find a lot components made by Bosch.

 

[TitanCi]

^Yeah, I didn't realize that. I use their plugs in my car, but I guess I didn't know that. When I saw made in Germany, it was almost suggestive that the filter was made by Mann and stamped Bosch (that's what I thought).

 

[CurtinMN]

I asked the same question...see http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e3...-1st-diy-oil-change-mann-filter-question.html

 

[SuperBMW]

The top filter is a Hengst filter, not MANN

If you go to the dealer you usually get a Henst filter for the E39
Mann are the OEM for most 3 Series

Both are very good and usually from Germany
The Hengst one has the full black plastic top, while Mann use a amber resin, like in their other filters.
Mahle also use a black top on their E39 filter


The 3 main air and oil filter OEM suppliers for BMW are Mahle, Hengst and MANN

 

[taninbim]

I've used both. Haven't had any problems with either one.

 

[SuperBMW]

I've used both. Haven't had any problems with either one.

Yes, any of the 3 main makes will be perfect

 

[Valley Motorwerks]

The top filter is a Hengst not a Mann. Both are fine... one is not inferior to the other, just a different design. That said always stay away from non-OEM filter manufacturers.

 

[Tj Hunter]

The top filter is a Hengst not a Mann. Both are fine... one is not inferior to the other, just a different design. That said always stay away from non-OEM filter manufacturers.

This!

 

[M5andZ3M]

Thanks for all the replies. Just different manufactures making OEM filters. I will use the Mann filter I got.