K&N Performance Gold® Oil Filters
Originally developed for demanding auto race applications, our premium
oil filter is rapidly becoming a favorite among 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. Each of our oil filters comes with a 17
mm nut nut welded to the top of the canister so they can be easily
wrenched-off with a standard tool.
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 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 peace of mind for
consumers who want only the best.
- Drilled safety wire holes for racing
- Sturdy 17 mm wrench nut makes oil filter removal quick and easy
- Heavy-duty construction
- Resin-impregnated filter media provides maximum filtering surface for contaminant removal
- Internally lubricated gasket provides positive seal while allowing easy on and off of filter
- Rolled threads provide extra protection against stripping
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. 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.
