I use a Fram PH 5046 it was in the Fram book listed for my 850. It is a
longer than JD filter and may hit the PS linkage you need to check before
you buy it is the correct diameter though. I have not had any problems for
the last 10 years with them. The WIX just would not hold the oil or
something I was not going chance using them 2-3 startups with noise was
enough to convince me, it was in the trash. I just changed the filter and
all startup noises disappeared. Good thing I only tried one my parts jobber
wanted to sell me a case.
Post by batty54Post by batty54I bought a WIX filter for my 850 from my parts supplier
the first time I
Post by batty54started it rapped, not getting oil fast enough. I tried
it again same
Post by batty54thing. I swapped to a Fram am no more rapping guess the
internal valving is
Post by batty54different than just the size. The Fram is longer and may
not fit if you have
Post by batty54power steering , at least on my 850.
According to a chart I got at the JD dealer, the 850 and 950
use the same filter (JD P/N M801002). I bit the bullet and
bought two of them ($6.88 each). Next time I'll try the
Fram if I can find it (usually available at autoparts
places). What is the Fram part number or where on the
internet did you find the Fram interchange chart ?