2001, I began using AMSOIL oil and filters. At that time they already had the first semi-synthetic oil filters (12.5K miles). Not sure when it all started but this is best you could get until they made the first FULL synthetic oil filter (25k/one year). Today most other brand have a synthetic blend concept. Some like Mobil1 filters there are still a semi-syn filter. Recently they all claim to all have gone to all 20k miles and still filter 20 microns @ 99%. Without clogging or bypassing? For half the price? Ya, right. Read the fine print. We are a true 25k filter (some cars are maxed out at 15k noted by the part # Ea15k13 if you get one)
Adds a second Filter for many benefits! Best for Diesel engines but also cars, tractors and mowers. Decades ago these kits along with oil analysis started the "indefinite oil change. Another first!