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I'm pretty sure I replied to this, and it IS where the filter goes.
I was going to delete this post, but I couldn't. After doing a search I realized this question is asked a lot. And since the parts are discontinued its unlikely that many trucks were equipped with the option.
Even though the parts store stocked the filter cartridge so it can't be that uncommon.
I was trying to find someone who actually had the option installed.
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Chris
ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician
Current Vehicles:
2002 F-250 7.3L PSD 4x4 XLT
2002 Sunset Orange Mettalic WS6 Trans Am Convertible
Can either of you guys tell me extactly where the intake is?? I have a 1998 and I can't tell exactly where cabin intake air is being sucked in?? I took off the lower trim plastic and just could'nt tell where it's being sucked or recirculated in.
Thanks!
I added the cabin filter to my truck. The kit does seem to be discontinued; I was lucky to find one in old stock.
The kit involves cutting out a section of the existing duct and adding mounting brackets and a cover. It includes an aluminum guide template which is temporarily mounted and then you cut the duct with a razor knife. You remove the template and screw the brackets in place. The filter itself slides between the brackets and up into the housing which is already slotted to accomodate it. Last, you screw the cover onto the brackets to hold the filter up and seal the duct. I suspect they discontinued it as a dealer installed option because it really is pretty difficult even with the template, because you're working upside down and in tight quarters. As you probably know, the filters are easily available, but fairly expensive. I guess these are still available from the factory, at least on Navigators.
If anybody would want the instructions and/or the template, I would provide them in return for a contribution to my expenses. (Sorry, I can't afford to spend much time on this for free). I think you could slide a filter up and fabricate a cover without too much difficulty, once the proper slot was opened.
If anybody would want the instructions and/or the template, I would provide them in return for a contribution to my expenses. (Sorry, I can't afford to spend much time on this for free). I think you could slide a filter up and fabricate a cover without too much difficulty, once the proper slot was opened.
Brian
For the love of the board(and because I'm a little short on contributions) can you take a picture of this setup so we could all see it.
Thanks,
Chris
Yeah, the mounting brackets are formed so as to connect to the screw bosses and provide a flat mount for the cover. Probably could cut similar mountings out of wood if you are good as a model maker or finishing carpenter.
I do have a digital camera, but haven't tried to post any of the pictures. I'm sort of struggling with my sales these days, so its hard to justify spending time for free. Sorry!
I was thinking maybe $5 for the instructions and $5 plus deposit for the template. Got to get to work now!
the real question is - will some thin little dinky filter really make any major difference in one's air quality and be even remotely worth the hassle (and apparent payoff) of trying to fab one up and jamb it in there?
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