CAI cleaning

[The Assassin]

How often should I be cleaning my CAI? I have the dual intake from 3rd Strike and it's a dry filter.

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[05singlecabHEMI]

my buddy says he cleans his ever 10k miles.

 

[The Assassin]

Guess I can just use one of the K&N cleaning kits? Just not use the oil?

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[quietpeen]

what does the manufacturer of the dry filter recommend?

 

[The Assassin]

what does the manufacturer of the dry filter recommend?

I'd have to check with Duane

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[wermbang]

1. REMOVE FILTER: Remove the air filter from the intake pipe, the OE airbox, or the custom assembly. Handling carefully, lightly tap off all loose dirt and debris.
2. APPLY CLEANER: Liberally spray Dryflow™ cleaner onto both sides of the filter, with the majority of it applied to the dirty side. Allow to soak in for 10 minutes. Do not allow it to dry on the air filter.
3. RINSE FILTER: Rinse off the filter element with cool or warm (not hot) water from the clean side out in order to flush the dirt out of the filter. It may be necessary to use your fingers on the hose, to apply light water pressure. Repeat steps 2 and 3, until the water flowing through the media is completely clear of any dirt and debris.
4. DRY AND RE-INSTALL FILTER: After rinsing, gently shake off excessive water and allow to dry naturally or carefully use compressed air to help speed the drying cycle. Re-install the filter onto the intake system, airbox or custom assembly once it is dry or just slightly damp. Follow all original installation instructions.

 

[bigbadram1500]

The one for my bfi recommends every 6k I believe.

 

[The Assassin]

I just posted up in the 3rd Strike section I'll wait to see what he says. Thanks guys!

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[quietpeen]

I'd have to check with Duane

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i was asking out of curiosity because it is a dry filter. I would think your driving conditions(for you.....not driven much and basically to shows) will be the ultimate determining factor.

 

[bigbadram1500]

I know mine is way overdue as my truck is a DD. Come to think of it, I don't recall cleaning it since putting it on. That is bad.

 

[quietpeen]

I know mine is way overdue as my truck is a DD. Come to think of it, I don't recall cleaning it since putting it on. That is bad.

sounds like you have one hell of a busy weekend ahead of you

 

[bigbadram1500]

LOL yup. Good thing I took some time off.

 

[The Assassin]

From Duane:

"Soapy hot water. Let dry, spray light coat (very light) with K&N filter kit (or similar)"

 

[ramin44s]

^ how do you like your dual intake? ive been looking into a CAi for my truck

 

[wermbang]

Post #6

1. REMOVE FILTER: Remove the air filter from the intake pipe, the OE airbox, or the custom assembly. Handling carefully, lightly tap off all loose dirt and debris.
2. APPLY CLEANER: Liberally spray Dryflow™ cleaner onto both sides of the filter, with the majority of it applied to the dirty side. Allow to soak in for 10 minutes. Do not allow it to dry on the air filter.
3. RINSE FILTER: Rinse off the filter element with cool or warm (not hot) water from the clean side out in order to flush the dirt out of the filter. It may be necessary to use your fingers on the hose, to apply light water pressure. Repeat steps 2 and 3, until the water flowing through the media is completely clear of any dirt and debris.
4. DRY AND RE-INSTALL FILTER: After rinsing, gently shake off excessive water and allow to dry naturally or carefully use compressed air to help speed the drying cycle. Re-install the filter onto the intake system, airbox or custom assembly once it is dry or just slightly damp. Follow all original installation instructions.

 

[The Assassin]

^ how do you like your dual intake? ive been looking into a CAi for my truck

The whole reason I had went with this was so that I could put in a second battery. But I love the looks of it. Gets a lot of attention.

Post #6

You are correct sir.