proper oil filter?

nramike · 07-02-2008, 10:24 PM

I recently had a K&N oil filter installed and switched to amsoil. I was reading another post talking about differences in filter media size for different engines. Since the switch, I have noticed a little more noise from the engine when hot and idling. Can the wrong filter be mounted and restricting oil flow or is it just my imagination? It is a 98 dyna.

glider · 07-02-2008, 10:29 PM

They 98 being an evo used a 30 micron filter. I don't think the ones you listed are the 30 micron, it's entirely possible the noises you hear are being caused by the smaller filter media.

No substitute for the HD filters to be sure.

Hobbit · 07-02-2008, 10:30 PM

i always use the HD filter for the bike and never an aftermarket one, i even used the OEM ones on my metric's.

Fisher · 07-02-2008, 10:30 PM

Synthetic oil is not dependant on viscosity to do it's job.Because of that it's a bit thinner than mineral based oil and will not dampen noise as well as mineral oil.Not a problem but can be annoying.The K&N is a good filter as is Amsoil and OEM Harley.Avoid Fram at all costs.

nramike · 07-02-2008, 11:00 PM

Thanks gents, a new HD filter will be installed before she goes out again.

Animal · 07-05-2008, 12:36 AM

Why change from K&N is it the micron thing? I love them because of the nut on the end, so easy to change.

smitty901 · 07-05-2008, 01:07 AM

Hd filters, filters are not a good place to skimp and save go with the build for your engine not and after market will fit.

glider · 07-05-2008, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Animal

Why change from K&N is it the micron thing? I love them because of the nut on the end, so easy to change.

That's why I use the HD filters. They are 5 micron rated and I believe the K&N are 20.

kemo · 07-05-2008, 10:40 PM

animal, I think there might be 2 nuts on the end

tlyoungb · 07-23-2008, 04:44 PM

Does anyone have a parts manual for a 2005 Electra Glide Standard? I am going to change the fluids in all the holes, and I am going to check the cam chain tensioners while I am in there. Just wanted to know what parts I would need.

Thanks

07-02-2008, 10:24 PM	#1 (permalink)
nramike Start The Engine Ride: 1998 Dyna Superglide FXD Join Date: 2008, Jun 11 Posts: 15	proper oil filter? I recently had a K&N oil filter installed and switched to amsoil. I was reading another post talking about differences in filter media size for different engines. Since the switch, I have noticed a little more noise from the engine when hot and idling. Can the wrong filter be mounted and restricting oil flow or is it just my imagination? It is a 98 dyna.

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glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: 2007, Jun 21 Posts: 10,377 My Mood:	Re: proper oil filter? They 98 being an evo used a 30 micron filter. I don't think the ones you listed are the 30 micron, it's entirely possible the noises you hear are being caused by the smaller filter media. No substitute for the HD filters to be sure. __________________ Psssst! Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

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Hobbit Moderators Ride: 2009 Custom Street Bob Join Date: 2007, May 18 Location: The Shires UK Posts: 4,016 My Mood:	Re: proper oil filter? i always use the HD filter for the bike and never an aftermarket one, i even used the OEM ones on my metric's. __________________ Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

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Fisher Community Star Ride: 1981 FLH Shovel Join Date: 2008, Apr 21 Location: Maryland Posts: 355	Re: proper oil filter? Synthetic oil is not dependant on viscosity to do it's job.Because of that it's a bit thinner than mineral based oil and will not dampen noise as well as mineral oil.Not a problem but can be annoying.The K&N is a good filter as is Amsoil and OEM Harley.Avoid Fram at all costs. __________________ Go out on a limb,that's where the fruit is anyway.........

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nramike Start The Engine Ride: 1998 Dyna Superglide FXD Join Date: 2008, Jun 11 Posts: 15	Re: proper oil filter? Thanks gents, a new HD filter will be installed before she goes out again.

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Animal Warming The Wheels Ride: 2005 Ultra Classic Join Date: 2008, May 18 Location: Calgary Alberta Canada Posts: 122 My Mood:	Re: proper oil filter? Why change from K&N is it the micron thing? I love them because of the nut on the end, so easy to change. __________________ Northern Rider says Ride Hard or Stay Home

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smitty901 Moderators Ride: 2007 Road glide Join Date: 2008, Jan 01 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 2,215 My Mood:	Re: proper oil filter? Hd filters, filters are not a good place to skimp and save go with the build for your engine not and after market will fit. __________________ The Infantry leads the way

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