The great oil filter debate

2002 Dodge Ram 1500, 193,000 miles. Oil changed every 3,000-3500 miles by me, dealerships, or wherever was convenient and I used either synthetic or regular . Never been apart. Still have it. My first new 340 69 cuda had 90,000+- miles, oil changed every 3,000+ never was apart. Sold it in late 70's. Daily driver and occasional Island Dragway grudge nite participant. To me oil and filter change regularly is all you need. My Harleys the same ritual only every 1500-2,000 miles.