We ran all Fram products back in the late seventies and early eighties without any issues. I've never had one crush on me either. I haven't used them in years but when I did they were fine
So you never used one in years. But are you are going to comment on the the quality of them now? That makes total sense there Dan.
But is par for the course with you. Have no personal experience but are giving a recommendation based on NOTHING.
I have personally used them and seen a failure. As well as, lost a high dollar motor with the use of one.
Please stop giving advise based on nothing.
But please don't let me stop you from use of a PH8A on your dream 318 build that does not exist. I am sure it is just as Gud in pretend world.
My opinion is
We spend a lot of time and money to cheap out on such an inexpensive part. Especially when a good one is available. In the big picture it's not a place to save a few bucks.
Yes that's My Opinion was derived from the use of a product that failed.
But is still my opinion.