Air filters should I clean/oil or replace?

DooGuy · May 13, 2022

Debating if I want to clean and oil or buy new. both have a couple minor pinches. See pictures all for saving some money but willing to shell out if needed.

pretex · May 24, 2022

As long as the red filter material isn't separating anywhere, you can clean and reapply the filter oil from K&N. If you want to replace, I figured out the generic K&N number instead of buying from Seadoo, which they are around $120 each. Bought mine on Amazon for $48 each. Here is the information:

K&N Universal Clamp-On Air Intake Filter: High Performance, Premium, Washable, Replacement Air Filter: Flange Diameter: 3 In, Filter Height: 5 In, Flange Length: 0.625 In, Shape: Round, RU-2430

DooGuy · May 24, 2022

Thank you, Forgot I posted this. Yeah I opted to clean and re-oil, the metal mesh on out side had some bends but was able to straighten out, fabric was good.

Before and after

pretex · May 24, 2022

I forgot to mention, if you plan on cleaning and oiling, make sure you follow the recommended amount of oil on the filter. Too much and you run the risk of getting that stuff into you throttle body.

DooGuy · May 25, 2022

pretex said:
I forgot to mention, if you plan on cleaning and oiling, make sure you follow the recommended amount of oil on the filter. Too much and you run the risk of getting that stuff into you throttle body.

Yeah the instructions are not the clearest. If anything I went a bit under and let them sit on paper towels a couple days.

CarlMax · May 25, 2022

turbosl2 · May 26, 2022

I just did the exact same thing!

Air filters should I clean/oil or replace?

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