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K&N
Performance Gold® Oil Filters
Originally developed for demanding race applications, our premium
oil filter is rapidly becoming a favorite among motorcycle consumers
for its durability and easy removal. We’ve changed oil filters and
several of our product development technicians are sportsman class
drag racers. They insisted we offer an oil filter that corrected the
“headaches” they experienced over the years changing oil filters.
Our Oil Filters Have Nuts
We have all been there: Whether it’s remembering where that
disappearing canister tool is; or having oil leak all over your
garage and yourself; or finally giving up and pounding a screwdriver
through the filter just to get if off. Where applicable, our
motorcycle and ATV oil filters come with a 17 mm nut welded to the
top of the canister so they can be easily wrenched-off with a
standard tool. Most of our automotive and marine oil filters come with a 1"
nut.
Heavy-Duty Construction for Extreme Conditions
To satisfy the demands of racers, our oil filter has many features
over and above the requirements of most vehicles. We use thicker
canister walls for extra strength and durability which reduces the
risk of damage from loose rocks and debris. The heavy-duty
construction will withstand higher oil pressures found only in
racing environments without bursting. The drilled hole on the nut is
for a safety wire attachment. Required for many types of racing, the
safety wire prevents blown oil filters from falling on the track and
representing a hazard to other race vehicles. This extra engineering
offers piece of mind for consumers who want only the best.
High-Flow Rate
Our oil filters use resin impregnated cellulose filter media. This
allows for higher flow rates while providing outstanding filtration. High filter flow rates are important in racing vehicles where
heavier grade oil is used and the oil is pumped much faster than in
a standard vehicle. When the engine is circulating oil at high GPM
rates, the high-flow oil filter helps reduce the loss of pressure
through the filtering process.
Compatible with the Latest in Synthetic Engine Oils
Our oil filters are ideal for high-end synthetic motor oil.
Synthetic motor oil is said to offer improved flow performance at
cold temperatures while providing superior protection against
thermal degradation.
Warranty
Our oil filters are covered by a limited warranty to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship when installed and replaced
using engine and equipment manufacturers recommended service
intervals.
TECH TALK
Our Performance Gold Oil Filters use a cellulose media bound by
phenolic resin surrounding a metal inner core that provides
structural strength to reduce the risk of filter collapse. The resin
is the "glue" that holds the media fibers together and at the same
time keeps "pores" open by keeping the fibers apart. The resin is
cured to full strength during the element manufacturing process. Phenolic resin systems are an excellent choice for the high
temperature demands of oil filters. Our filter includes an
anti-drainback valve, when applicable, that prevents oil from
draining back into the crankcase during engine shutdown. The
anti-drainback valve is useful in situations where the filter is
mounted horizontally which could allow backflow. We use rolled
threads to help prevent stripping during installation or removal and
an internally lubricated gasket provides a positive seal even after
the filter has been removed and reinstalled.
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