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The only aftermarket air filters that gave me problems with Toyotas were for very old carbureted models that used round filters. Toyota filters had hard plastic on top and bottom and were sealed by gaskets built into the filter housing, but aftermarket filters had soft rubbery material on top and bottom and were slightly too tall to fit unless at least 1 of the gaskets was removed from the housing.

Hmm, I don't se a question regarding FRAM filters, so I'm assuming you are asking me whether they are good or not. I generally do not recommend those "high performance" cone-shaped filters, but otherwise, the FRAM filter should be fine. Look at the filtration media and see if it has the same number of pleats as the OEM one.

Sorry, can't help you on a good place to get an oil change in the Fresno area. It's been a long time since I worked in that region.

I have used the Goodguys the past several years and have been satisfied, more for convenience than any thing else. Don't know what the dealer charges but had mine serviced last week for $26.45 includes disposal and tax.

Have you tried Bingham in Clovis? I know Bing was trying to sell and service might be changed but when he was up here his service department (Porche/Audi/VW) was very good

I personally have "lifetime" oil/filter service by Lithia - was $295 for the Highlander in 02 and has easily paid for its self. The 05 Avalon was a bit more but takes 6 quarts.

You can get pretty good prices on Denso air filter on the web

Ron in Redding

They have a good reputation but I'm about as far west across town that you can get and it's not worth the trip for just routine service. I have an