What does a Napa 1042 oil filter fit?

Napa Oil Filter # 1042? – 1999-2013 Silverado & Sierra 1500 – GM-Trucks.com.

Are oil filters one size fits all?

The reality is that when it comes to oil and filters, the only right answer is a customized answer. People are different. Driving conditions are different. The one-size-fits-all approach does not apply when it comes to oil filters.

Are Wix and NAPA Gold filters the same?

NapaGold Oil Filter vs Wix Wix makes the NapaGold and the Napa Platinum; they are identical in construction and are made on the same production line.

Does it matter what size oil filter I use?

As long as the specific part is applicated to your vehicle then it is fine. As Brian, mentioned there is a lot more to oil filters than diameter and height. The wrong filter (even if it is the same size) can starve an engine of oil or switch the filter over to bypass mode.

Can oil filters be different sizes for the same car?

Larger or higher-powered engines, such as those in heavy-duty hauling vehicles or performance cars, will require more oil flowing at a higher rate to keep things cool and lubricated, which means they’ll need a bigger filter.

What happens if you use the wrong size oil filter?

Using the wrong oil filter can negatively impact oil pressure. The wrong filter, a filter that isn’t working properly, or a filter that gets clogged can cause oil pressure to drop. The proper oil filter, along with the pressure relief valve, will help regulate oil pressure and avoid spikes.

Is NAPA filters made by Wix?

Napa oil filters are made by WIX Filters, one of the best oil filter manufacturers in the United States and a brand of choice for millions of drivers.

What company makes NAPA oil?

Valvoline
NAPA’s motor oil is manufactured by the former parent company of Valvoline and is very similar to that brand’s SynPower offering and generally gets good reviews from users. If you’re not sure what oil’s right for you, check out our list of the best motor oils.

What vehicle does WIX 51042 fit?

This product fits in a few models ofGMC Sierra 1500, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 2500HD, Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Corvette, Pontiac Grand Prix, GMC Canyon, Chevrolet Colorado, Pontiac Firebird, GMC Envoy, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Trailblazer, Chevrolet …