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    how to install air filter

    I just bought a works engineering simota air filter. The info says its the oil type. Given that its new, do I have to oil it first, or can i just drop it in ?

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    Does it feel oily? If so, drop it in!

    9/10 times filters come pre oiled.
    EG

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    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/150908968...ht_1782wt_1112
    I bought this one, the filter doesnt feel oily, but the clear plastic packaging is yellow so i guess it got dried up

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    actually i just read from their websites, that its suitable for oiled and non oiled conditions, so is it better to oil an air filter or just leave it ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by panda.monium3 View Post
    actually i just read from their websites, that its suitable for oiled and non oiled conditions, so is it better to oil an air filter or just leave it ?
    I personally am not a fan on oiled filters, i go for the paper ones, but they are $$$

    Oil just helps the dirt and particles stick to the filter better, unless you do a lot of driving on a dirt road, it wont matter
    EG

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    k thanks

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    All the ones I've seen have come oiled. Just stick it in IMO

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    It should be pre-oiled. It's only meant to be oiled lightly. So it's normal that you can't 'feel' it easily. If it was soaking in oil you could cause some fun issues! I would say just pop it in and let us know how it feels =D

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