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Premium REPCO ROF58A OIL FILTER. Designed for high-performance efficiency and durability.

Repco · Part number ROF58A · NZ$26.00 incl. GST

If your engine's making a bit of a grumble, chances are it's just the oil filter. It's a quick five-minute job to swap out yourself, saving you a packet on workshop labour. Here's the exact one you need.

Price

NZ$26.00 including GST. Part number ROF58A.

Fits these vehicles

Description

Give Your Engine a Fresh Start: Replace That Grumpy Oil Filter!

If your engine's sounding a bit off, maybe a bit grumbly or just not its usual smooth self, it's often down to the oil filter. This is a dead-easy, five-minute job to sort out, and let's be real, workshops will charge you for an hour's labour for it. That's 55 minutes you're paying for absolutely nothing! Here's the one you're after.

This oil filter is your engine's unsung hero, designed specifically to keep things running sweet by catching all the nasties in your engine oil. A clean filter means your oil flows and pressures just right, which is absolutely crucial for keeping your engine lubricated and cool.

Why Bother Changing Your Oil Filter?

Over time, these filters get choked up with all sorts of crud — dirt, metal bits, and sludge. A clogged filter means your oil can't flow properly, which can lead to:
• Your engine feeling a bit rough around the edges
• Drinking more fuel than it should
• Unpleasant knocking or pinging sounds
• That dreaded oil pressure warning light popping up

The Advantage of a Quality Oil Filter:
• Top-Notch Filtration: Grabs those contaminants effectively, keeping your engine safe.
• Built Tough: Made to handle the heat and grunt of modern engines.
• OEM Standard: Meets or even beats what your car came with from the factory.

Will a blocked oil filter fail my WOF?

Not directly, no. A Warrant of Fitness inspection doesn't specifically check your oil filter. However, a seriously blocked filter can muck up your engine, leading to higher emissions and poor running. If your engine's sounding like a tractor, that *could* definitely see you fail your WOF.

Vehicle Fitment:

This oil filter is a common workhorse in many NZ-new vehicles, including:
• Holden Commodore VT 3.8L (1997-2000)
• Holden Commodore VX 3.8L (2000-2002)
• Holden Commodore VY 3.8L (2002-2004)
• Ford Falcon BA 4.0L (2002-2005)
• Ford Falcon BF 4.0L (2005-2008)

(Check full fitment list for all compatible vehicles).

Swapping out your oil filter is a no-brainer — it's simple, doesn't cost an arm and a leg, and it's one of the best ways to keep your vehicle humming and protect that precious engine. You'll be buying the oil anyway, so chucking in a new filter at the same time is barely any extra effort. It's truly shocking how much workshops sting you for this. Don't get caught out!

Disclaimer: Always consult your vehicle's service manual for specific oil filter replacement intervals and procedures.

Need a hand with anything else around the car? Just ask Bob!

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🛠️ Bob's Pro Tip: Do the Job Right!

🧰 What Else You'll Need:
• Clean Workspace: Lay down an oil drip tray and microfibre towels under the oil drain plug.
• Gasket Inspection: Double check that the old oil filter's rubber O-ring came off with the filter, and pre-lube the new filter gasket with fresh oil before mounting.
• Clean Hands: Protect your hands from used engine oil with Nitrile Gloves.