WoodsRuner,
I read that article quite some time ago and the only problem I have with it is that it only deals with the spin-on type filter. The one on the Rincon isn't, so the data int he article really doesn't apply. I ams sure that, while FRAM filters may be cheaply built, they wouldn't be around long if they actually harmed engines. They would have lawsuits galore. Incidently, I have only used the Honda filters, but I did recently purchase a FRAM that I will compare to the next Honda filter I buy.
John