Reusable cabin filter?

JARblue · 01-18-2021, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Quicksilvers

I doubt you will save any coin in the long run seeing you will have to clean and oil it at least once per year.

You can get dry filters that don't require oiling; although same issue of none being available for the Z.

Considering I have to replace my filter about every 6 months in my daily driver, a reusable cabin filter would save a good chunk of change. One-time use filters cost $18-35 depending on the filter. After 1-2 years it's more than paid for itself.

Rusty · 01-18-2021, 11:26 AM

I changed my cabin filter last year for the first time ever. It was still clean. That's 9 yrs.

Tractionless · 01-18-2021, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

You can get dry filters that don't require oiling; although same issue of none being available for the Z.

Considering I have to replace my filter about every 6 months in my daily driver, a reusable cabin filter would save a good chunk of change. One-time use filters cost $18-35 depending on the filter. After 1-2 years it's more than paid for itself.

You're way overpaying check ebay and amazon.

JARblue · 01-18-2021, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Tractionless

You're way overpaying check ebay and amazon.

I've purchased $5-10 filters before, and all I'll say is you get what you pay for. I can get a better deal on the quality ones if I purchase in bulk. But I don't bother. And sometimes that extra cost is simply the cost of convenience.

Also, I'll never give money to Amazon again if I can help it.

Tractionless · 01-24-2021, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

I've purchased $5-10 filters before, and all I'll say is you get what you pay for. I can get a better deal on the quality ones if I purchase in bulk. But I don't bother. And sometimes that extra cost is simply the cost of convenience.

Also, I'll never give money to Amazon again if I can help it.

What was your negative experience with the $5-$10 filters? I change them yearly regardless of mileage which is typically low and don't see an issue.

JARblue · 01-24-2021, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Tractionless

What was your negative experience with the $5-$10 filters?

The quality of the filtration

370zBoyz · 02-06-2021, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

You can get dry filters that don't require oiling; although same issue of none being available for the Z.

Considering I have to replace my filter about every 6 months in my daily driver, a reusable cabin filter would save a good chunk of change. One-time use filters cost $18-35 depending on the filter. After 1-2 years it's more than paid for itself.

Exactly. Someone gets it as to why a reusable one would be useful.

Apparently K&N can make custom filters.

I might have to inquire if they can make one is similar dimensions to the OEM cabin filter.

willdoms · 02-08-2021, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by 370zBoyz

Exactly. Someone gets it as to why a reusable one would be useful.

Apparently K&N can make custom filters.

I might have to inquire if they can make one is similar dimensions to the OEM cabin filter.

Interesting. Keep us posted.

Dreadnaught · 02-13-2021, 08:30 PM

Just get yourself the OEM cabin filter. They won't break your wallet since you only need to replace them once a year or every 12,000 miles. If you're worried about money then you should be riding a bike or walking.

370zBoyz · 12-01-2021, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Dreadnaught

Just get yourself the OEM cabin filter. They won't break your wallet since you only need to replace them once a year or every 12,000 miles. If you're worried about money then you should be riding a bike or walking.

Not concerned about the money but the money can be spent on beer and smokes instead

I just don't feel like removing six screws especially some that are recessed all the way in and dropping the whole glove box just to replace the filter.

Dreadnaught · 12-02-2021, 06:50 AM

I'd rather buy meth.

JARblue · 12-02-2021, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Dreadnaught

I'd rather buy meth.

To each their own

But paying for the overpriced OEM cabin air filter is a waste of money and encourages dealers to continue price-gouging customers. There are less expensive filters out there are comparable.

Zingston · 12-02-2021, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Dreadnaught

I'd rather buy meth.

370zBoyz · 12-01-2021, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by willdoms

Interesting. Keep us posted.

No luck. They never bothered to reply back.

01-18-2021, 11:26 AM	#2 (permalink)
Rusty A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Fayettenam,Pennsyltucky Age: 70 Posts: 35,577 Drives: 2011 Nismo GM 6M Rep Power: 2684440	I changed my cabin filter last year for the first time ever. It was still clean. That's 9 yrs. 2011 Nismo#91 likes this. __________________ 浪人 - 殺し屋 "The Difficult Anytime, The Impossible By Appointment Only" http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...o-journal.html Last edited by Rusty; 01-18-2021 at 12:57 PM.

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Dreadnaught Track Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Farmington, Utah Posts: 582 Drives: 14 SR 370z 6MT Rep Power: 10141	Just get yourself the OEM cabin filter. They won't break your wallet since you only need to replace them once a year or every 12,000 miles. If you're worried about money then you should be riding a bike or walking. Quicksilvers likes this. __________________ Ford Diesel and Heavy Line Technician at your service.

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