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About a week ago I bought a new K&N filter to replace the paper one that was on the carb.
I received the filter, but the moment I checked it didn't fit... far from...
The K&N E-1650 is the correct replacement element for the stock 65-72 Corvette 14" open element air cleaner, the original Delco number was A212C. The air cleaner on the engine pictured is an aftermarket part, not an OEM Chevrolet unit so I can't say for sure if the K&N E-1650 element will work on it, but if it helps I believe the dimensions of the E-1650 are 12" ID, 14" OD & 3" height.
Not only does it not fit, but {IMO} you wasted money buying a filter that would make NO improvement in performance. Return it to the store that sold it to you (and indicated that it would fit your car) for a refund and buy a good quality paper filter.
I'd have to agree, although a unpopular opinion. The K&N's do flow more air than a paper filter. But also much more dirt!
The real issue is. Your engine can only pull just so much air. That 14×3 paper filter that actually filters. Can flow more air than your engine can suck. So putting on a cotton filter that flows much more dirt and yes more air. Well, it's your car.
I will contact the seller to make a switch with the correct filter.
My paper filter was new but is already very dirty (with a lot of grey and black areas).
I want to go for the K&N washable type because of the price of a 'regular OEM' filter here in Belgium.
Regular: 35-65 € (depending on the quality and brand)
K&N: 84 €
And also: I already have the oil and cleaning product for it (because of my motorcycle filter that's also of K&N).
If you will not be driving in a dusty environment, It may not be a big issue. But, my preference would be to protect the engine before saving a few buck$. Whichever way you go, enjoy the ride....
If you will not be driving in a dusty environment, It may not be a big issue. But, my preference would be to protect the engine before saving a few buck$. Whichever way you go, enjoy the ride....
For those who may have been to Belgium.
It's really very wet and humid here all year round.
Wet winters and humid summers.
K&N filter does not fit...
