Cleaning a Wimmer filter?

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May 10, 2013 | 05:51 PM

RJHD

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Cleaning a Wimmer filter?

I have a Wimmer super filter on a HD Heavy Breather and was wondering how to clean the filter?

I emailed Wimmer with no response. (Makes you wonder why companies have a contact link when they don't respond to inquiries)

Anyone know the correct way to clean one of these?

May 10, 2013 | 09:00 PM

Mr. Lucky

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All Wimmer filters are cotton cloth, and should be cleaned and oiled like a K&N.
http://www.wimmermachine.com/_html/11.html

Spray with diluted Simple Green, let it set, then rinse from the inside with cold water.
Let dry, then mist on K&N oil (or similar). DO NOT SOAK.
Reassemble and enjoy.

May 11, 2013 | 07:04 AM

RJHD

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Thanks. Looked all over their site and found nothing about cleaning. Maybe they assumed I knew this?

Any ideas on local brick and mortar stores to pick up the right spray oil?

May 11, 2013 | 02:41 PM

Mr. Lucky

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Originally Posted by RJHD

Any ideas on local brick and mortar stores to pick up the right spray oil?

Local to where? Pep Boys website lists it, so I imagine their retail stores have it as well. If that doesn't work out, try a local speed shop.
http://www.pepboys.com/product/details/8564869/