Du you have to oil the new filter before installing it? I mean will it be better to oil the new K&amp;N filter before installing it?
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No, they come pre oiled. I clean and oil mine about every 12 months. If you live around or drive on a lot of dirt roads clean & oil every 6-months.
919217
i used on a K&N; filter but had to put in a vise and tighten the curve so it owuld stay on, oil
1465050
No, you do not have to oil the filter; it comes pre-greased. Although, it is a little tough to fit in the compartment. You could add more oil if you wanted, for an easy installation.
2198485
K&N sells a cleaner and re-oil kit that you should use. You will spray the filter with cleaner, let sit, then hose off. Once the filter is dry you will spray it with the oil from the kit and reinstall in vehicle. Overall, it is an easy process and the kit had enough supplies for multiple filter cleans and re-oils.
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Michael,The filter had a VERY light film of oil, which I consider insufficient for my use. Otherwise a good filter I would recommend it to others for the price. Good Luck
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I believe you can if it is to only replace the stock round air filter that was on the bike and or Screamin' Eagle version which is very similar to K&N; meaning it's a life long buddy, permanent element, wash it and then air dry it when it comes time to service it, no oil for this one, I've got a 2002 efi FLSTC with an 88ci ,1450cc engine and everything is stock, take cover out of box ,installed a little nut retainer on that tri-bar nut that bolts the filter cover on that you see , placed three little soft foam gaskets on the black-out plate that goes on under the filter cover,screw the bolt to hold the filter cover on , and GO! I hope it helps you, brutha! I believe you can if it is to only replace the stock round air filter that was on the bike and or Screamin' Eagle version which is very similar to K&N; meaning it's a life long buddy, permanent element, wash it and then air dry it when it comes time to service it, no oil for this one, I've got a 2002 efi FLSTC with an 88ci ,1450cc engine and everything is stock, take cover out of box ,installed a little nut retainer on that tri-bar nut that bolts the filter cover on that you see , placed three little soft foam gaskets on the black-out plate that goes on under the filter cover,screw the bolt... » Read More I believe you can if it is to only replace the stock round air filter that was on the bike and or Screamin' Eagle version which is very similar to K&N; meaning it's a life long buddy, permanent element, wash it and then air dry it when it comes time to service it, no oil for this one, I've got a 2002 efi FLSTC with an 88ci ,1450cc engine and everything is stock, take cover out of box ,installed a little nut retainer on that tri-bar nut that bolts the filter cover on that you see , placed three little soft foam gaskets on the black-out plate that goes on under the filter cover,screw the bolt to hold the filter cover on , and GO! I hope it helps you, brutha! « Show Less
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It filters better than a K&N, but I still bought one of the AFE filter wraps so I don't have to clean it as often, live on a gravel road, lots of dust in summer.
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You definitely need to oil it well before use! I let the oil sink in on all sides overnight before wiping and use.
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With any k&n; product it comes pre charged ready for installation. I enjoyed this product very much. Can't tell you the amount of times I've washed re oil and replaced. If you still have the original filter take off the pre filter mesh and install it on the k&n.; Helps out immensely.
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The Brand of Oil & the Brand of Filter-- has nothing to do with when you change itYou can come on these forums & try to make a case about your preferencesBut are they fact based & what the vehicles motor requiresNothing to do with the manufactures silly recommendationsFollow only that you won't have much to do & will break downThey only suggest less than the bare min
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Just the recharging K&N;(oil) kit for washing and re-oiling your filter. It comes pre oiled and should last a year. They say the filter works better the dirtier it gets. Put them in all my cars. Just watch the how to video and take your time. The hardest part was figuring out where all the different size screws went. Use your common sense and deduction of elimination. Good luck.
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This filter uses the stock cover, it is deeper so the rubber piece that is around the cover can not be used. I just love it, it breathes better and you can clean it and oil it in 30 minutes.
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You don't use any tools to tighten an oil filter, none. You are supposed to hand tighten the oil filters, don't be afraid, just make sure you clean the are were the oil filter is going to sit in and lightly oil the oil filter gasket.
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Hi Gene - this was backordered, and I got mine today. There was no damage at all due to shipping. I followed the "first time" instructions (add oil, install air filter, run unloaded i.e. with air tank valve open for 20 minutes) - that all went fine.It is working perfectly so far.Boy - its really strong and well built too. The manual is kind of crappy though - but its not rocket science.Rob
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It is basically a big K&N; filter in there. If you do it yourself there is an indicator on the housing that shows when it needs cleaning. Otherwise Toyota can also do it. Not as cheap as replacing the stock filter though.
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I really can't answer for certain. How old is your engine (years & miles).It is a fact that new engines dirty the oil much more slowly than older engines. I suppose it's possible the filter is faulty or improperly fitted. You might try another brand to see if it performs any better which I strongly doubt.
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What I did was place enough oil in the filter to wet the fibers, then installed. Just a precaution I used to ensure that I wasnt doing a full on dry start.