Check air filter seal closely

[cousincletus]

Today I checked my original air filter ('02 Cavalier with about 16,000 miles on it) and it was pretty dusty so I decided to change it. Could barely see the sunlight through it.
Noticed that Purolator, Fram and STP didn't seal around the air box properly. All three were just a little too narrow, and would allow unfiltered air into the engine. Had to go to the dealer and get the AC Delco (made in Mexico

) for the correct fit.
Just a reminder for you all to check carefully that your air filter seals well around the box.

 

[digitaldrifter91]

very true, before i put a filter in i test it for its sealing capability.

the baldwin i had was too small and let in ALOT OF dirt as well...if u refer to my post in this forum about the baldwin filter update.

i changed it to a purolator and got rid of the crappy baldwin and im good, sealing is nice and snugg...

safety precaution i put more silicone to further help the seal

 

[S2000driver]

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Originally posted by digitaldrifter91:

safety precaution i put more silicone to further help the seal

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Silicone in the intake system? Won't that hurt the catalytic converter?

 

[digitaldrifter91]

shoot..i meant silicone caulking...it turns to rubber so it helps sit the filter...

haha

 

[XS650]

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Originally posted by cousincletus:

Just a reminder for you all to check carefully that your air filter seals well around the box.

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That's good advice. And not just to check the element.

I found the air cleaner box to be a bit potatoe chip shaped on my 96 Corvette. Turns out it's a common problem. One good fix is to add a 1/4 inch thick layer of self stick weatherstripping to the mating surface in the box.

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