ITG panel filter, how to clean and re-oil?

[Paddy_g46]

It definitely needs a clean its filthy, but I didnt fit it so I dont know how you are meant to clean/re-oil it? What sort of oil do I need?

Patrick

 

[mugglesquop]

my ITG filter says you never have to clean it (not clio).... granted this is probably b****cks, but how long has it been on there?

 

[Paddy_g46]

my ITG filter says you never have to clean it (not clio).... granted this is probably b****cks, but how long has it been on there?

Not sure, I bought it with it fitted. Last time i checked it a few months ago it was filthy and must surely be affecting air flow?

 

[Russ_16v]

Iv just bought a foam ITG filter and in the info it says the best way to clean it is soak it in petrol, once it is clean then wash and leave to dry then re-oil with the correct spray from ITG.

Do not use any other spray than foam filter spray

 

[Paddy_g46]

Hmm where could I get foam filter spray? Halfords?

 

[Russ_16v]

I got mine from Merlin Motorsport as i live near them, i expect Halfords might sell it mate.

Foam filters should always need to be cleaned, as the oil sprayed on them is the main thing that catches dirt, so naturally the more miles driven the dirtier the oil will be come, needing eventually to be washed and re-oiled.

 

[sideways danny]

my ITG filter says you never have to clean it

they also come CAKED in about 3 times too much filter oil which restricts flow a lot

 

[Russ_16v]

I had a panel filter which came as Danny said above, but My sausage filter came un-oiled lol

 

[jon_r]

I need some of this oil as well. It's £7.00 on Merlin motorsport, but i might check Halfrauds this evening on the off chance.

 

[Paddy_g46]

I have k&n oil, can i use that on itg?

 

[bigup7]

heres the official pdf: http://www.itgairfilters.com/downloads/General oiling and cleanin...pdf