It's about time for me to get my K&N filter cleaned again, and with all the varied input on oiled versus paper filters, I'm considering going back to paper. For one thing, there are no convenient shops nearby that can do the cleaning for me, and I don't want to mess with it myself. For what its worth, I've run the K&N in my car almost since I bought it....in 1990... with no issues. What I'd like from anyone who wishes to reply is a recommendation on a good paper filter, preferrably based on your own experiences. I'd also like to know if there are any differences I should expect switching back. I have several Ford dealerships, along with the usual gamut of auto shops (Autozone, Pep Boys, O'Reillys, Hi-Lo) close enough, so any good suggestions are welcome. One more question please.... I have aluminum heads on my car, and it seems the overall underhood temp fluctuates more now than it did with the stock heads. Is this to be expected? This is fine during cool climate, when it stays low, but I always worry during the hot Texas summers. I have a 3-core radiator, a 180-degree thermostat, and an Edelbrock aluminum water pump. My car has never overheated, but at times it sure seems to creep way up there. It didn't when the stock heads were on. In fact, it maintained a temp around 1/4 to 1/2 point, no matter the climate. Now, during very warm climate, it can get into the 3/4 range. I just need to know if this is normal or not. Again, thank for any input.
Randy
90 GT
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