Boy, I don't think I'd switch to a cheaper oil filter 'to save
money'..... I'd rather spend a few bucks more now and avoid a potential
hassle if if didn't protect my engine... Knowing the sensitivity of the
1.8T engines to oil issues.... 'Pay me now or pay me later', like the
old Fram ad said....

Dan D
'04 A4 1.8Tq MT-6
Central NJ USA