Would You Use This?
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From: San Antonio
Would You Use This?
I've alway loved the look of the old chrome covered mesh foam Air Cleaners that were used on carbuerated bikes.
Looks like they've got one for EFI bikes too.
It there a drawback to using foam over the typical K&N paper filters?
Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks
Looks like they've got one for EFI bikes too.
It there a drawback to using foam over the typical K&N paper filters?
Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks
Road Warrior
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I had one on my FB for a while. It had been on my 93 XL 1200 which had an S&S carb.
I liked it cause it was 5.5" in diameter.
I had to make a bracket to support the AC backing plate & throttle body, then route crankcase breather tubes.
The only 'draw-back' would be the breather system. I'd suggest shoping for a support bracket that has an internal breather.
On my 'rig' I "T"ed the tubes together & passed them through a hole drilled in the AC backing plat. This worked ok for a while until hot oil dripped onto the foam.
I liked it cause it was 5.5" in diameter.
I had to make a bracket to support the AC backing plate & throttle body, then route crankcase breather tubes.
The only 'draw-back' would be the breather system. I'd suggest shoping for a support bracket that has an internal breather.
On my 'rig' I "T"ed the tubes together & passed them through a hole drilled in the AC backing plat. This worked ok for a while until hot oil dripped onto the foam.
Road Captain
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From: Livermore, CA
My first impression is like yours above. If the foam is constructed correctly it will filter everything your motor needs removed. I have ridden dirt bikes for years and have always been amazed by the foam filters they use, caked smooth with dirt on the outside and clean spotless foam on the inside.
Road Warrior
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That was a helpfull post.
If you have an opinion try backing it up with something instead of the ignorant quip.
If you have an opinion try backing it up with something instead of the ignorant quip. Trending Topics
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Thanks to everyone for their replies. Especially 08, who included the pics and tips.
As usual, this forum has proven to be invaluable.
Jory
As usual, this forum has proven to be invaluable.
Jory
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