I agree Brian.
I have noticed quite a few filter manufacturers are making filters without bypass valves Fram and Wix for example. Not all applications mind you but it does give a viable option for folks who don't feel the need for them as clogged filters are more a thing of the past.
I guess in theory you could see an increased
oil pressure over what the cold
oil reading your used to IF the filter bypass was kicking in help in the past. Since the
oil pump pressure regulator is doing all the work it was designed for.