So now the Fram HP filters are Chinese? Geez....

Its a fact. Most aftermarket parts are sub-standard. X brand is made to meet or exceed manufacturers specifications. Didnt say which manufacturer or maybe the specifications were for the box it came in.

Applied to a u-joint i did on tuesday,a resonator i did on wednesday and a set of springs i installed friday. For parts that werent quite right cost me more hours than i care to count.
Aftermarket has had 60 years to get the leaf springs right for a 57 chevy,still cant do it,wtf?