k&n filter

[vic42]

I just went and got a new k&n filter for my sporttrac it comes with a rubber gasket with adhsive while i was putting on the gasket it tore does anyone know if can be installed with out the rubber gasket or does it need it

[denisb]

If there's a gasket there, it should be on. Usually these are on so that you don't suck in dirt. If it's direct replacement for the regular OEM one the airbox will definately not seal properly as I had my filter out to do some testing on my Sport Trac recently and notice that the filter seal is actually the airbox seal.

If you still have the old filter, you might be able to use it on your K&N since it should be the same size......just a thought.

[vic42]

thanks for the info i called k&N and talked to a tech they told me it did need the gasket i told them what had happen so they are going to send me a gasket i also ask them if i would have any problem with the check engine light sents its going to recieve lots more air they told me that there should be no problem but if the check engine light came on they told me to take off battery cables for a couple of hours and it would reset the computer.

[shorod]

That's pretty nice of K&N.

FYI, the K&N won't flow "lots more air," in fact, you probably won't notice a difference in performance. Really the only time a K&N is beneficial from a performance standpoint is at high RPMs, and even then, it's probably negligible.

That being said, I've used K&N in just about every vehicle I've had since they are reuseable. Just be careful when cleaning that you don't over-oil the filter. Excess oil will coat the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor and cause performance issues and decreased fuel economy.

-Rod

[vic42]

I did not know you hade to oil the filter what do you use i did not see info on that

[shorod]

The filter should come pre-oiled. However, if you ever decide to clean it, you will want to pick up a K&N filter recharge kit. The kit contains the cleaning spray and oil, as well as instructions on cleaning, drying, and oiling.

-Rod