Cleaning the C & L Filter
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So I bought and installed the C & L intake system, and my question is, what's the best method for cleaning the filter? I plan to do it whenever I change the oil, and want to know what materials I need to clean it, how much time I should allot to it, etc. Any help you guys could provide would be great. Thanks!
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Originally posted by BigWorm2005GT@June 8, 2005, 9:52 AM
So I bought and installed the C & L intake system, and my question is, what's the best method for cleaning the filter? I plan to do it whenever I change the oil, and want to know what materials I need to clean it, how much time I should allot to it, etc. Any help you guys could provide would be great. Thanks!
So I bought and installed the C & L intake system, and my question is, what's the best method for cleaning the filter? I plan to do it whenever I change the oil, and want to know what materials I need to clean it, how much time I should allot to it, etc. Any help you guys could provide would be great. Thanks!
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Originally posted by 96vert@June 8, 2005, 11:01 AM
K&N says 50k I think, unless you live in an especially dirty climate. To answer your question, K&N makes a cleaner kit with everything you need.
K&N says 50k I think, unless you live in an especially dirty climate. To answer your question, K&N makes a cleaner kit with everything you need.
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It gives specific directions about how to oil the filter (although I don't remember nor have them in front of me at the moment). I think you spray the oil on the filter, and let it "dry" for a period of hours before use.
You can pick them up at various auto parts stores, Jegs.com, summitracing.com, and many other suppliers (probably including suppliers that sponsor this site).
You can pick them up at various auto parts stores, Jegs.com, summitracing.com, and many other suppliers (probably including suppliers that sponsor this site).
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Originally posted by BigWorm2005GT@June 8, 2005, 10:52 AM
So I bought and installed the C & L intake system, and my question is, what's the best method for cleaning the filter? I plan to do it whenever I change the oil, and want to know what materials I need to clean it, how much time I should allot to it, etc. Any help you guys could provide would be great. Thanks!
So I bought and installed the C & L intake system, and my question is, what's the best method for cleaning the filter? I plan to do it whenever I change the oil, and want to know what materials I need to clean it, how much time I should allot to it, etc. Any help you guys could provide would be great. Thanks!
So for me, I'll just get a new one every January...
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Originally posted by jayguy@June 9, 2005, 11:13 AM
Did he happen to mention where to get replacement filters and how much they are?
Did he happen to mention where to get replacement filters and how much they are?
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Yeah I was wondering about the filter too. Good info about not cleaning the filter - so I wont be cleaning just tossing...
I suspect one of the auto parts stores around here can order the S&B filter if we have the part number... AutoZone in Marysville is pretty good about ordering parts.
I suspect one of the auto parts stores around here can order the S&B filter if we have the part number... AutoZone in Marysville is pretty good about ordering parts.
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http://www.daymotorsports.com/CatalogRequest.php
The only place I found a distributor for S&B was in tacoma... but the link above sells S&B filters.
The only place I found a distributor for S&B was in tacoma... but the link above sells S&B filters.
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S&B filters are just like K&N's, reuseable, and they use filter oil. Why would you go out and buy a new filter every year when you can just clean it and it will be just like new...Sounds to me like you will be wasting your money.
Just make sure that you clean it right and everything will be fine...
Just make sure that you clean it right and everything will be fine...
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So, am I supposed to be oiling the C & L filter, then? I haven't, and if I do, that gives me pause. The reason I bought this intake is specifically because I didn't want one that had to be oiled. It didn't come with any filter oil, so I assumed it wasn't required. I heard too many horror stories about K & N filters and their filter oil being ingested by the engine and causing damage. :notnice:
My plan had been to clean it with soap and water, rinse, and allow to dry. Is replacement a better option, as a couple have suggested? I don't mind spending the money to keep the car in good running condition, I just want to make sure I'm on the right track.
Again, thanks as always for the good info!
My plan had been to clean it with soap and water, rinse, and allow to dry. Is replacement a better option, as a couple have suggested? I don't mind spending the money to keep the car in good running condition, I just want to make sure I'm on the right track.
Again, thanks as always for the good info!
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The nightmare's are from people over-oiling, and probably why C&L recommends just replacing them. Too many people slathering oil all over the place and stinking oil.
Washing with soap and water without re-oiling it will effectively diminish the filtering properties of the filter. That's why they are reusable oiled filter's. The oil aids in the process of trapping particulate matter.
So if you're concerned about stinking oil, buy a new filter. If you are confident that you can use the filter oiling re-charge kit properly, then do that.
But don't wash it with soap and water without re-oiling it.
Washing with soap and water without re-oiling it will effectively diminish the filtering properties of the filter. That's why they are reusable oiled filter's. The oil aids in the process of trapping particulate matter.
So if you're concerned about stinking oil, buy a new filter. If you are confident that you can use the filter oiling re-charge kit properly, then do that.
But don't wash it with soap and water without re-oiling it.
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Originally posted by BigWorm2005GT@June 11, 2005, 9:50 AM
So, am I supposed to be oiling the C & L filter, then? I haven't, and if I do, that gives me pause. The reason I bought this intake is specifically because I didn't want one that had to be oiled. It didn't come with any filter oil, so I assumed it wasn't required. I heard too many horror stories about K & N filters and their filter oil being ingested by the engine and causing damage. :notnice:
My plan had been to clean it with soap and water, rinse, and allow to dry. Is replacement a better option, as a couple have suggested? I don't mind spending the money to keep the car in good running condition, I just want to make sure I'm on the right track.
Again, thanks as always for the good info!
So, am I supposed to be oiling the C & L filter, then? I haven't, and if I do, that gives me pause. The reason I bought this intake is specifically because I didn't want one that had to be oiled. It didn't come with any filter oil, so I assumed it wasn't required. I heard too many horror stories about K & N filters and their filter oil being ingested by the engine and causing damage. :notnice:
My plan had been to clean it with soap and water, rinse, and allow to dry. Is replacement a better option, as a couple have suggested? I don't mind spending the money to keep the car in good running condition, I just want to make sure I'm on the right track.
Again, thanks as always for the good info!
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Originally posted by 245/45ZR-17@June 11, 2005, 10:19 AM
The filter may have not come with replacement oil, but the filter must have been pre-oiled...wasn't it? What brand filter is it?
The filter may have not come with replacement oil, but the filter must have been pre-oiled...wasn't it? What brand filter is it?
Don't wash with soap and water, check. Checking prices, it looks like these filters are around $20-$35 on average, which is not too high a price to pay. If I have to replace it on an annual basis, I can eat that cost.
Anyone else have any thoughts? I love all the info I'm getting, please keep it coming, this is immensely helpful. One of the reasons I came to this board in the first place...
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Originally posted by BigWorm2005GT@June 11, 2005, 12:29 PM
I believe that the filter itself is manufactured by S & B. It arrived in the C & L kit covered in shrink wrap, and it did not and does not feel oily to the touch. Should it? I read somewhere (can't for the life of me remember where) that the filter included with the C & L was not oiled and didn't require it, which is one of the reasons I bought it.
Don't wash with soap and water, check. Checking prices, it looks like these filters are around $20-$35 on average, which is not too high a price to pay. If I have to replace it on an annual basis, I can eat that cost.
Anyone else have any thoughts? I love all the info I'm getting, please keep it coming, this is immensely helpful. One of the reasons I came to this board in the first place...
I believe that the filter itself is manufactured by S & B. It arrived in the C & L kit covered in shrink wrap, and it did not and does not feel oily to the touch. Should it? I read somewhere (can't for the life of me remember where) that the filter included with the C & L was not oiled and didn't require it, which is one of the reasons I bought it.
Don't wash with soap and water, check. Checking prices, it looks like these filters are around $20-$35 on average, which is not too high a price to pay. If I have to replace it on an annual basis, I can eat that cost.
Anyone else have any thoughts? I love all the info I'm getting, please keep it coming, this is immensely helpful. One of the reasons I came to this board in the first place...
David :scratch:
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its oiled - you can feel it - its a very very light coating...I could tell when I was installing it.
for 30-40 $ its worth just replacing it if your worried about accidently using too much oil. I plan on just replacing it unless I have a problem finding one. If that happens then I will buy the k&n cleaning kit...
for 30-40 $ its worth just replacing it if your worried about accidently using too much oil. I plan on just replacing it unless I have a problem finding one. If that happens then I will buy the k&n cleaning kit...
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Originally posted by AJC@June 11, 2005, 1:54 PM
its oiled - you can feel it - its a very very light coating...I could tell when I was installing it.
for 30-40 $ its worth just replacing it if your worried about accidently using too much oil. I plan on just replacing it unless I have a problem finding one. If that happens then I will buy the k&n cleaning kit...
its oiled - you can feel it - its a very very light coating...I could tell when I was installing it.
for 30-40 $ its worth just replacing it if your worried about accidently using too much oil. I plan on just replacing it unless I have a problem finding one. If that happens then I will buy the k&n cleaning kit...
Once more you're there with the answer! :worship: It must be light, I honestly couldn't tell. Yes, I am worried about ingesting oil, as you can probably tell. I'll just replace it then instead of cleaning. Earlier posts said once a year or so, that sounds reasonable to me, I can spring for that.
I guess that answers my question, then. Thanks, guys, for all the help, you guys are the reason I make this place my home.
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