Screaming Eagle filter element vs K&N

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May 15, 2014 | 12:44 AM

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drspencer

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Does a new K&N air filter need to be oiled right out of the box, or just after it's been used for a while?

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May 15, 2014 | 01:28 AM

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rbferg

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From: Ashevegas

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Originally Posted by drspencer

Does a new K&N air filter need to be oiled right out of the box, or just after it's been used for a while?

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Most K&N air filters come pre-oiled. Just clean when dirty and re-oil.

May 15, 2014 | 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by drspencer

Does a new K&N air filter need to be oiled right out of the box, or just after it's been used for a while?

Thanks

no, pre oiled

May 15, 2014 | 11:28 AM

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texaspirate

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For the 2014 SE STG 1 element, the K&N has a direct replacement. HD-0818 that is an exact cross reference to 29400019. The SE element as noted is paper/synthetic and will breakdown within 1 to 2 cleanings. The K&N is a cloth based element with a metal mesh overlay. Last forever and can take several cleanings without damage. Can't go wrong with K&N filters.

May 15, 2014 | 11:40 AM

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Smurdamat1

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From: Wilmington, NC

I have the screaming eagle ventiltor Air Cleaner breather and use the K&N cleaning materials to clean the harley filter that came with it. I take the filter out and clean it when I change the oil. Iv'e done this six or seven times already with no issues. I ride my bike pretty much everyday. Rain or shine and the HD filter looks fine.

May 15, 2014 | 12:41 PM

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rufasim

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Do you know what the part number is for the kn filter for a 12 flhx with a heavy breather

May 15, 2014 | 12:45 PM

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I've had the same experience with the Ventilator's paper air cleaner. No problems, have washed and re-used it many times. I replace it every 10-15k with a new one, just wash and re-use it every 3k.