Does the Filter on the AM CAI need to be Lubed Out of the Box?

superpede1 · July 27th, 2010, 01:30 AM

I just purchased an American Muscle CAI (You guys shorted me a rubber fitting!

), Im wondering, do I need to oil the filter or does it come pre-oiled?

Rich J · July 27th, 2010, 01:50 AM

I never oiled mine

but then again I had no idea they had to be. I havent had any problems at all though.

AMChrisRose · July 27th, 2010, 10:36 AM

Sorry about the mixup with the fitting. Was there any damage to the box from shipping? That's not very common for that to pass QA and ship out without a rubber fitting. I have no problem shipping one out right away if you haven't already sourced something. PM me your order number and I'll get you taken care of if you need one!

As for the filter, these are ready to go right out of the box. You do not need to oil them. They can be cleaned with any K&N recharger kit and then re-oiled. Make sure that you simply mist the oil on with good coverage, as over oiling will actually dirty the throttle body, cover the mass air, etc. It gets messy and can cause unwanted symptoms.

superpede1 · July 27th, 2010, 08:04 PM

Thanks, unfortunately I cant find a 3/12 to 3 at any of the local stores, there all 3-2 1/2, Ill PM you my order number right now.

mcqueen · July 28th, 2010, 12:19 AM

Originally Posted by AMChrisRose

words

Oh snap! Emily has a replacement!

AMChrisYoung · July 28th, 2010, 11:24 AM

Originally Posted by mcqueen

Oh snap! Emily has a replacement!

Sitting in a comfy chair and talking to people on the forums about Mustangs all day is a thankless, difficult, exhausting job. Sometimes, I need a little support and/or assistance.

Don't worry, though. I'm not going anywhere any time soon.

superpede1 · July 28th, 2010, 06:30 PM

Did he get my PM? I need that part!

AMChrisYoung · August 3rd, 2010, 11:59 AM

Originally Posted by superpede1

Did he get my PM? I need that part!

He did, and your replacement coupler is on the way. I sent you a pm with more details, let me know if you have any other questions.

July 27th, 2010, 01:30 AM	#1
superpede1 Regular Tricycle Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 287 iTrader: 0 reviews	Does the Filter on the AM CAI need to be Lubed Out of the Box? I just purchased an American Muscle CAI (You guys shorted me a rubber fitting! ), Im wondering, do I need to oil the filter or does it come pre-oiled?

July 27th, 2010, 01:50 AM	#2
Rich J I'm doing it wrong 04 Grand Cherokee Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: South Eastern, Mass Posts: 5,211 iTrader: 0 reviews	I never oiled mine but then again I had no idea they had to be. I havent had any problems at all though. __________________ Formerly known as Demon_54 "I feel the same way about disco as I do about herpes." - Hunter S. Thompson

July 27th, 2010, 10:36 AM	#3
AMChrisRose Authorized Vendor 2007 Mustang GT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Malvern, PA Posts: 749 iTrader: 0 reviews	Sorry about the mixup with the fitting. Was there any damage to the box from shipping? That's not very common for that to pass QA and ship out without a rubber fitting. I have no problem shipping one out right away if you haven't already sourced something. PM me your order number and I'll get you taken care of if you need one! As for the filter, these are ready to go right out of the box. You do not need to oil them. They can be cleaned with any K&N recharger kit and then re-oiled. Make sure that you simply mist the oil on with good coverage, as over oiling will actually dirty the throttle body, cover the mass air, etc. It gets messy and can cause unwanted symptoms. __________________ Chris Rose \| AmericanMuscle.com Toll Free: 866.727.1266 \| M-F 9AM-9PM EST \| Sat 10AM-4PM EST Bama Hotline: 888.226.9764 \| M-F 9AM-5:30PM EST \| Sat 10AM-4PM EST Need Help? PM AMShaneLesky for immediate assistance! Last edited by AMChrisRose; July 27th, 2010 at 11:15 AM.

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July 27th, 2010, 08:04 PM	#4
superpede1 Regular Tricycle Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 287 iTrader: 0 reviews	Thanks, unfortunately I cant find a 3/12 to 3 at any of the local stores, there all 3-2 1/2, Ill PM you my order number right now.

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