K@N cabin filter

[03_4x4Runner]

Has anyone used one of these Amazon.com: K&N VF2000 Cabin Air Filter: Automotive
I ordered one. I gave up on using oiled filters for my engine but thought this would be great for the cabin. My cabin filter is constantly dirty with all the dust in the desert. This should last the life of the 4runner with regular cleaning.

 

[manofsteele2003]

Hmm, didn't know they made that in K@N. Not a bad price considering one from the dealer is $32

 

[BlackWorksInc]

Huh... Didn't realize they made a cabin air filter.

What exactly are they using on the filter? Some sort of oil film like their Intakes? Because I'm not sure I'd want to breathe that in compared to a dry filter... But it's not like it's going to mess anything up (like say a MAF) since it's such low pressure air flow.

Let us know how it works out, a reusable Cabin Air Filter is an interesting idea...

 

[3wbdriver]

4 1/2 star rating and most of the feedback is 5's. I've added it to my wish list. They also have a different recharging kit for these, so maybe they use a different medium to spray them with after cleaning.

Amazon.com: K&N 99-6000 Cabin Filter Refresher Kit: Automotive

 

[Hellamatic]

Hmm, interesting. Let us know how it works out

 

[03_4x4Runner]

I did not realize they made them either. I was just looking for an oem filter on amazon and saw this.

 

[03_4x4Runner]

4 1/2 star rating and most of the feedback is 5's. I've added it to my wish list. They also have a different recharging kit for these, so maybe they use a different medium to spray them with after cleaning.

Amazon.com: K&N 99-6000 Cabin Filter Refresher Kit: Automotive

I did not pay attention to the recharge kit. I just assumed it used the regular air cleaner recharge. I guess I need this recharge kit. Thanks for this info.

 

[3wbdriver]

I did not realize they made them either. I was just looking for an oem filter on amazon and saw this.

I asked about a year ago and was told they were developing them, but I didn't know they had hit the market. I'll be trying one this fall. I just replaced mine with a Fram this morning while I was waiting for my AFE filter to dry.

 

[Top Shelf Synthetics]

Intersting idea, I hear ya about the dust out here in AZ!! Let us know how it goes. I personally use Wix from AMSOIL, $15 for cabin filter.

 

[badhabits]

I just have Amazon send one of these every 6 months.
Amazon.com: FRAM CF10285 Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter: Automotive

 

[Boardmember]

I used to purchase the charcoal impregnated cabin air filters for all my Toyotas but can't find them any more.

I heard the K&N cabin filter nets an additional .375 hp....

 

[03_4x4Runner]

I put the filter in today. It fits and works just like the original. What else can I say. When it gets dirty I will clean it and put it back in for the life of the 4runner.

 

[cbielat]

Man that air is going to flow out so fast!

 

[mo_mo]

I put the filter in today. It fits and works just like the original. What else can I say. When it gets dirty I will clean it and put it back in for the life of the 4runner.

There were a lot of reviews on Amazon that discussed odor from the oiled filter. Any feedback on odor after your install? A/C on/off transitioning?

 

[03_4x4Runner]

There were a lot of reviews on Amazon that discussed odor from the oiled filter. Any feedback on odor after your install? A/C on/off transitioning?

I only went about 3 miles to go to a store and probably will not use the 4runner for several days but will give feedback when I drive it more. I did not notice any odors in my short drive

 

[LandCruiser]

I use the cheap ass FRAM air freshener filters, they smell like laundry

Also, why the holy **** do dealers remove your cabin filter and show you how dirty it is and ask if you want it changed for a 20 dollar labor charge and 22 bucks for an OEM cabin filter?

That just gets leaves into the fan...