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Offline ChopSticks

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New K&M oil filter says OIL BEFORE USING?
« on: June 13, 2015, 09:25:23 AM »
But the site said


10. Do K&N air filters come pre-oiled or must they be oiled before using?
Almost all K&N air filters come pre-oiled and ready to use. The filter oil we use is red. A new oiled filter will appear red-pink in color. Some crankcase vent air filters come unoiled, however, they come with a small packet of K&N filter oil so they can be oiled before use. There are also a limited number of filters with specialty uses which are not pre-oiled. These items will be clearly marked as unoiled. Using an unoiled K&N filter will greatly reduce the filter's efficiency and void our product warranty on filters that come pre-oiled from the factory. If you receive a filter that is packaged in its cellophane wrapper and is unoiled, contact K&N's Customer Support department at (800) 858-3333.


It looks pinkish/red as usual but doesn't feel oily to the touch?

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Re: New K&M oil filter says OIL BEFORE USING?
« Reply #1 on: June 13, 2015, 09:27:55 AM »
The filter is bright white, if it's pink there is no need to oil it. Too much oil on them is not good.