Wix filters
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 56
Likes: 0
Wix filters
OK, I admitted it, I have no clue. I am perplexed over air filters. In a previous post I was referred a website that carries Wix filters the part # is 46637. I have a 2000 PSD. The question I have is there a housing that holds the filter? If not, how does it attached? Below is a picture of the filter.
Thanks, Chad
Thanks, Chad
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 431
Likes: 0
From: Eastern Shore Md
Mine is a 2000, and I just stretched the stock tube right over the end and clamped it. Make sure the surfaces are clean and dry so it doesn't pop off. Mine's been on for about 9000mi with no problems.
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 1,797
Likes: 1
From: Northern Colorado
No housing, it just sits there but due to the size, it's wedged in there to the point that there is very little or no movement. A lot of us using the Kwik filter have choosen to use a short piece of 4" exhaust tubing and a 4 1/2-4 3/4" constant torque clamp to hold the filter to the 4" tube. I prefered this way so as to not worry about the filter "popping" off.
Posting Guru
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 2,248
Likes: 1
From: Elverson, PA
My set-up looks exactly like Guzzle's pic - I tried but there was NO way I could get the stock part stretched over the filter head! My short 4" pipe was a TIGHT fit in the filter - I had to tap it in with a hammer - and I would bet that I won't get it out when it comes time for a filter change.
Junior User
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 72
Likes: 0
From: Lower Michigan
I got my 6637 sent to my office as I do with everything that is shipped to me. It's been sitting here on my desk all day waiting to go home and be installed this weekend. I'll tell you one thing, it was worth the $20 just to see the reaction on people's faces when they see it. Everyone that comes in just looks at it and says WTF is that for? When I tell them it's for my truck, they can't believe it.
Better air flow, better sound, better sealing, and some entertainment as well. Seems like a great mod! I look forward to getting it in there.
ok, here's a question though. Does the stock airbox separate somewhere around there to keep the part the holds the battery, or should I plan on having to cut the unused section out?
Better air flow, better sound, better sealing, and some entertainment as well. Seems like a great mod! I look forward to getting it in there.
ok, here's a question though. Does the stock airbox separate somewhere around there to keep the part the holds the battery, or should I plan on having to cut the unused section out?
Junior User
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 72
Likes: 0
From: Lower Michigan
Trending Topics
Hotshot
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 17,988
Likes: 207
From: La La Land
Sled,
You'll be removing a total of four little bolts. The temp sensor is undone with a quarter-turn, then zip-tied to something out of the way, NOT disconnected. Then, lift out the bottom of the filter box. Put the filter back into the box, put the four bolts into a baggie and snap the lid on it again.
Then, set the whole thing on a shelf in your garage, where it will remain forever, if you're anything like me.
Pop
You'll be removing a total of four little bolts. The temp sensor is undone with a quarter-turn, then zip-tied to something out of the way, NOT disconnected. Then, lift out the bottom of the filter box. Put the filter back into the box, put the four bolts into a baggie and snap the lid on it again.
Then, set the whole thing on a shelf in your garage, where it will remain forever, if you're anything like me.
Pop
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Hotshot
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 18,423
Likes: 9
From: iowa
Well I thought about putting mine on the shelf but this isn't so expensive of an item I would ever consider taking it back off if I ever sell the truck (and the way things look in the new truck market thats a big if) and I know I never will go back to the stock filter again so it's in my scrap pile because you never know when you are going to need a piece of plastic for something your trying to fabricate. I hate throwing stuff away I might find a use for it.
Post Fiend
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 11,892
Likes: 2
From: Middle Tennessee
Originally Posted by pip_clark
What are some filters other than wix that can be used
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 1,296
Likes: 1
From: Coal Valley, Illinois
Originally Posted by Tenn01PSD350
Are you kidding me? Sledhauler, where did you get one of those for $20. At that price i need to get about 5 or so.
The shipping is a little high for one unit, but if you buy a few it's very well worth it. I get oil, fuel and air filters at the same time.
