Sgt Blamo
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I need to get some factual info on oiling filters for my trucks and buggies. I have two types, one is the "motor saver", of which I had been using K&N spray on filter oil(red spray for the gauze filter elements). The other is the stock foam filter that comes on most buggies, I started using Associated green foam filter oil. So here's my question: Is it OK to use the K&N filter oil, or is it too thin? Someone said they thought I shouldn't use it for that reason.
The other question is on applying the thick liquid type of filter oil. I was told to apply the oil to the outside either by rolling it in some oil poured in a dish or by spreading it over the foam directly from the bottle, working it into the foam evenly, then squeezing out the excess oil with a paper towel. My concern is that I would then have oiled the entire foam element wich I would tend to think is bad. I figure you want the outside of the element to be oily to trap the dirt particles and the inside dry to flow the air.
I'm a little confused as to wich method ore oil is best. I want to protect my motor as much as possible with restriction. I'm in South FL. and we have a lot of sand. :hammer:
The other question is on applying the thick liquid type of filter oil. I was told to apply the oil to the outside either by rolling it in some oil poured in a dish or by spreading it over the foam directly from the bottle, working it into the foam evenly, then squeezing out the excess oil with a paper towel. My concern is that I would then have oiled the entire foam element wich I would tend to think is bad. I figure you want the outside of the element to be oily to trap the dirt particles and the inside dry to flow the air.
I'm a little confused as to wich method ore oil is best. I want to protect my motor as much as possible with restriction. I'm in South FL. and we have a lot of sand. :hammer:
