transmission fluid filter and gasket questions , metal or not ?

Since I had a rash of clogged felt type filters in the mid 70's, I have been using the high flow screen filters in all 727 and 904's with no problem to date. There is nothing like changing filter and fluid only to start the car up and hear that screeching whizzing sound come out of your trans when shift into reverse as it's struggling to pull fluid thru that felt filter. No replacement for regular maintenance. Plus you can wash and reuse the screen type if your cheap.

Yeah, I've never had problems with the screen type either. A LOT of the older cars came stock with them.