Using K&N dry?
 

Has anybody ever used K&N filters dry? CAN you use them dry, or would too much dirt get though minus the oil??

K&N Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

"K&N air filter oil is a special compound which forms a very efficient tacking agent that helps capture dust."

so yes, you can use it dry but it will pass a lot more dust particles (than it already does).

The oil is there to capture dirt particles. Without it, the filters will let in far too much contaminants. Not good and not recommended. K&N's require re-oiling about every 50k-100k miles depending on type and use. There are dry type filters available from other companies, but I wouldn't run the K&N's dry.

Thanks for the input. I figured dirt would get through without the oil. Think I'm gonna go with the AFE dry filters. Kinda lost my taste for the K&N. Cleaned mIne with dish soap and water in a spray bottle, cause I was out of the K&N stuff, then reoiled em like always. Noticed a tiny bit sluggish. I knew oil had got to my mafs! Cleaned my filters again with K&N cleaner and a TON of oil came out!! My solution did not do the trick, was probably too diluted, and alot of oil remained although they looked clean If u guys decide to make your own concoction, be careful of what happened to me. Anyway, just gonna go the dry way I not worry bout any oil any more! Ordered someAFE dry's.

You'll be happy with the AFE Dry Flow. I think they are great.