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Old May 8, 2009 | 11:36 PM
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does the heat from the engine mess up the k&n filter because i have nothing covering the filter
Old May 9, 2009 | 12:27 AM
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no it doesn't...it needs to be cleaned and re -oiled from time to time (like every 25-50K miles). They sell a kit for that and just follow the instructions....moved to the right section and welcome to the forum!
Old May 9, 2009 | 12:33 AM
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Originally Posted by bignbitz
does the heat from the engine mess up the k&n filter because i have nothing covering the filter
The kit is $12.99 at AutoZone. It has a cleaner and an oiler. I just bought a K&N filter two days ago. So in the next few months I will be getting the kit and cleaning it. Don't want to waste $60 for nothing.




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