It's about time to clean the K&N filter element on my FIPK for my '98. The instructions are simple enough. But perhaps they are too simple. It appears when applying the oil, you are to simply pour it on one pleat at a time? However, I believe I've heard of people here "brushing" it on?

Should I pour the oil directly on the element or brush it on evenly?

Thanks in advance

 

I used the recharge kit that had the spray oil - works quite well.

But, if out of a squeeze bottle, then I think one pleat at a time would be sufficient - and note that it does not need to be doused.

In fact, you have reminded me - I probably need to do some maintenance on mine.


Or, get my spare out - I got one when I bought the car , and had bought one for the old T/A.


Britt

 

I also had the spray stuff.

Basically, after you use the cleaning solution, it'll turn grey/white.

When you put the oil on as a spray, spray one pleat at a time, about 3 inches away. It's better to go quick than to go too slow, because you can always add more.

Do this all the way through. Once your done, look for any white/grey spots, then hit them up again. Only put enough oil to give it the redish color again. You don't need that much at all. Then make sure to give it enough time to soak in. I put mine over my AC/fan unit overnight, just to make sure it dried.

 

I Have Used K&n For Years---i Would Only Use The Spray Oil And Not Too Much ,you Can Always Add More Also Make Sure The Fabric Is Dry Before Oiling

 

and people still think this hassle is worth the "savings"?? Ill stick with my AC Delco paper filters.

 

Yes, but it is proven that K@N filters let in increased airflow. K@N says so, I have done a test myself and found a big difference, and my uncle who owns a hot rod business also did a test in front of me to prove it.

 

an old spray-bottle works great. and fyi, the FIPK isn't just a filter, it's a complete kit that replaces the tray, lid, and elbow. If 1/2 hour is too much time for you (a "hassle" as you put it), why even own a sports car? I'll tell you what a hassle is... Installing a set of LT headers-- yet no one complains about that. LOL You guys get way too involved with your K&N filters. It takes me about 20 minutes start to finish and I'm driving again. Soak it in warm water, with dawn detergent in it. Rinse for 5 minutes. Take it outside, fling it around, it will dry quickly this way. I have a special rig for this, I just spin it for a few minutes. It's dry as a bone. Spray on the oil, let it soak in, and bam. Back in the car. I've never set of an SES light using this system. It's not much of a hassle at all.

 

Id rather flow a littler less and trap more crap w/o having to reoil and clean plus if you have a t/a like mine with a stock hood the hood itself stops a lot of airflow in ...not the filter