The filters on project RocKready were in a sad state, so I decided that if I was going to replace them, I might as well do it right the first time. I took a trip down to the local Auto Parts Store and took a look at their K&N catalog. The catalog has listings by year, make and model, or if you know what you are looking for, you can look at the specific filters for their measurements, and decide what you want from there. I ordered a new air cleaner assembly with a 14x4 in. filter, opting for the new "XStream" top, and a big red foam pre-cleaner. I also purchased a Billet fuel filter with mounting clamp, Crank case filter, A/C compressor filter (actually a different style of crank case filter), Oil filter, and last but not least, I used some of their small crank case style filters for all the vent lines to the axles, transmission and transfer case.

Click the images above for a full size photo The air filter assembly was the first to be changed, I took off the old chrome air cleaner with a paper filter in it, and threaded in a new longer rod in the top of the carburetor. The stock rod was a couple of inches too short, not to mention with the XStream top, you have to set it with the right amount of pre-load. The XStream top comes with some nylock nuts and washers and a good set of instructions that show you how it's done.

• You will need to get a piece of 1/4"-20 "all-thread" stud at your local hardware or auto parts store, I got mine about a foot long so that I knew I would have enough.
• Thread the rod into your carburetor and then add a jam nut (included in the XStream top kit) to lock the rod in place in the carburetor.
• Install your air cleaner lower assembly and the filter element (I also have a 1" plastic spacer on mine to get extra clearance on the carburetor).
• Put the XStream top on the rod, then measure up 1/2" from the top of the mounting rod hole and make a mark.
• Remove the rod from the carburetor and cut it off at this mark and de-bur it.
• Measure screw on one of the nylock nuts provided in the kit until the nut, with a washer (also included in the kit), is 1" from the top of the rod. This is the proper pre-load for the XStream top.
• Now all you have to do is reinstall the rod and jam nut, put the top on, add the rubber and steel washer then tighten it down with the last nylock nut.
• I had my own fancy air cleaner nut, so I used it instead of the nylock one. I then added the K&N pre-filter to my assembly, its a very coarse piece of red foam that you must pre-oil before using. Instructions are included. All K&N air filters come pre-oiled and sealed in plastic. You can purchase a "Recharger" kit that has their oil and filter cleaner, along with instructions on how to clean and re-oil your filter.

The filter mounting stud installed in the carburetor with the XStream cover mounting nut in place. Click image for full size photo	The XStream top before installation. It's made of the same material as the air filter, and results in significantly more airflow. Click image for full size photo
This is the air filter with the XStream top installed and mounted to the carburetor. Click image for full size photo	The whole air filter with the Pre-Filter, the Pre-Filter is not oiled in this photo. Click image for full size photo

The fuel filter is almost too pretty to put on, it is really a fine piece of 6061-T6 Billet aluminum. Well actually three pieces, with some o-rings and filter guts. It is fully cleanable so it can be reused over and over, just like the K&N air filters, except of course you don't oil it. (Hey, you'd be surprised....)

It comes with its own mounting bracket, one bolt to hold the mount to the frame (or what ever you decide you want it mounted to) and that's it, the filter clips into the mount. Depending on what type of fuel line connection you have you can get different filters to match. I chose the one with 3/8" barbed ends on it so I could use my regular fuel line. It is available with either barbed end fittings or AN style end fittings, and the ends are interchangeable. Nice touch. For you tech junkies, the filter will take out particles down to 10 microns.

Here is the fuel filter with the mounting bracket. The top and bottom of the filter unscrew for easy access and cleaning. Click image for full size photo

I mounted the bracket on the inside of the passenger frame rail. I looped the hoses because of the severe angle of the metal line. Click image for full size photo

Air Compressor intake filter and Crank case vent filter with one of the pillow packs of K&N oil. Click image for full size photo	Use a pillow pack of K&N oil to saturate the air compressor intake filter. Be careful; A little goes a long way. Click image for full size photo
This is where the crank case vent filter mounts, it has a 1" diameter hole in the grommet. I used a metal push in filter here. Click image for full size photo	Crank case vent filter oiled and mounted. It fits the grommet snugly, and can easily be removed. Click image for full size photo
Here is the brass pipe that I use for the air intake on m converted a/c compressor. I used a rubber base filter here. Click image for full size photo	The air compressor intake filter is actually another style of crank case vent filter, but it worked out great for the application. Click image for full size photo

Here you can see the all steel construction, the silicone anti drain back valve and the internal baffling. Click image for full size photo

This is the 1" nut that is welded on the end of the filter, on the right you can see the safety wire hole. Click image for full size photo

Click the images above for a full size photo

If you want to give your vehicle the best filters, you can. you'll also save some money in the long run by cleaning and re using your filters instead of throwing out cheap paper ones. Or if you just want a few extra horsepower by swapping in some better, free flowing filtration, then K&N has your answer. Stop by your local auto parts store and pick a few up.

If you have any questions or comments, please fell free to email me.

depdog@off-road.com

See ya on the trail

Glenn

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