[gryphon]

Seems like I've seen a cabin air filter mentioned but I don't know where it is, nor if/when it should be cleaned/replaced. Can anyone enlighten me please?



Tom

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[flash]

some folks are successfully cleaning theirs



the cheapest replacement i have seen is from KLA

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[SILVY968]

There were 2 filters on my 1995. They are both located on the drivers side, on a slight angle shoved into the fan assembly. If you reach in you can get them both out.

The metal one cleaned up with a garden hose.

I took the folded paper filter out of its aluminum frame with a utility knife. I found a lawn mower filter at ACE hardware that was the perfect width. With a little trimming I cut down the length and used clear silicon to seal the filter into the aluminum frame.



Cost for the filter was about $5. Took about 15 minutes to trim.

Brian

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[968gene]

Is there a way to retrofit the older models? (with cabin filters)

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[Anchorman]

I also have a '95 with two filter - but one is on the driver's side, and one is on the passenger's side. They are reachable by lifting the plastic cover that runs along the cowl, just forward of the base of the windshield. Once you've done it once, you might be able to figure out how to access them without lifing the cover, but it's not nearly as easy. I have the KLA replacements and periodically remove, wash, dry, and reinstall them

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[sasilverbullet]

According to the PET parts catalog, some cars have it, some don't. I think that 94 & 95's probably had it standard. I know for a fact that my 93 doesn't have the cabin filters.



The PET catalog shows a different plastic piece that accomodates the cabin air filters.

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[flash]

i've not yet seen any cabs with them either

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[SILVY968]

The PET shows an air cleaner with the note -93 as part # 944 572 104 00 Qty 2. Also shows a pollen filter with the note 94- as part # 944 572 479 00 Qty 2.

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[apex]

One thing you can do it replace the '92 fan assembly (no filters) with the 93+ that comes with the filters. I got one from a breaker for about a hundred bux. Not the easiest install...

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[flash]

all these years, i've never had a car with these - i don't get it - is it just a case of wanting to replace dirty ones, or are people really worried about having these? i'd probably end up yanking them anyway myself, but i hear people asking about these all the time, and it has me wondering



of course, this is moot for me because i have a cab (wouldn't that be silly?) but i'm curious anyway

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[rustech]

For the record, my cab has them, a '95. I think we've drawn the conclusion prior that all "late" '94-'95s have them, yes, even the cabs.

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[sasilverbullet]

My Titan has it, as did my Boxster.



For those with allergies and if you live in an area with high mold or pollen counts, it can be a big help!

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[968gene]

Flashpoint: they must weigh something...and my MGB didn't have them either! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/wink.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />

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[flash]

eric - interesting



still that it's silly to have them in a cab - what do you do about the top being down?

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[insite94]

[quote name='apex' date='Sep 19 2005, 08:32 AM']One thing you can do it replace the '92 fan assembly (no filters) with the 93+ that comes with the filters. I got one from a breaker for about a hundred bux. Not the easiest install...

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Having BTDT, I can tell you that my very-early '92 coupe did not come with pollen filters and were not available as an option. However, the 94-95 had them standard. I'm not sure on the 93's. I hate and dust and pollen for both cleaning and breathing reasons. So for my '92, I bought the KLA filters, which are electrostatic



http://www.klaindustries.net/



Click the "Products" link on top and find "Cabin Filter under 944S944S2/968. $39.95 for the pair.



I installed them myself - so easy despite that I'm mechanically inept. <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/unsure.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> Directions on the website (and also come with the filters) were easy to follow. you may have to trim some of the sheetmetal flange on the filter though for best fit - still easy. While it isn't perfect, it does keep dandelion and cottonwood fuzz from entering the car <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/biggrin.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> I'm glad I got them.



Some day when I care enough (or allergies get bad), I might switch to paper.



Best,



Buzz

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[sasilverbullet]

Thanks! I will be ordering a set soon...the stuff in the air around here is terrible!

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[gryphon]

Well, upon inspection my 94 cab has two filters, both PN 944 572 479 00, and both filthy and smelly. Presumably they've been in place since the car was built. Since Sunset wants $67.19 each for the OEMs, I think I'll give the KLAs a try. Flash, point well taken that top-down driving kinda makes the filters pointless, but I'd still rather not pass everything from under the hood into the interior to breath.



You guys are awesome with the range of advice.



Thanks,

Tom

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[bob blackwell]

968Gene, it is very simple to install cabin air filters on the 968 models which did not come with them from the factory. (Neither one of my 1993 968s had the filters installed). There are two metal frameworks in the cabin air intake under the hood in the rear center. I bought a HEPA quality furnace filter (pleated paper media) and cut out the material to fit inside the metal frameworks which just pop off and pop on. One furnace filter lasts about one year with replacement being done with oil and filter changes. Much cleaner air and better breathing for my wife who has asthma and hayfever. Good luck, Bob Blackwell.

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[wildwestrider]

[quote name='bob blackwell' date='Sep 21 2005, 06:56 PM']968Gene, it is very simple to install cabin air filters on the 968 models which did not come with them from the factory. (Neither one of my 1993 968s had the filters installed).  There are two metal frameworks in the cabin air intake under the hood in the rear center.  I bought a HEPA quality furnace filter (pleated paper media) and cut out the material to fit inside the metal frameworks which just pop off and pop on.  One furnace filter lasts about one year with replacement being done with oil and filter changes.  Much cleaner air and better breathing for my wife who has asthma and hayfever.  Good luck, Bob Blackwell.

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Bob, any chance you might have some pics of this that you could email me?



I did something similar laying the filter paper out flat and holding it in place with another layer of expanded metal. put them on the outside of the metal cover. I would like to see yours however to see how it looks/works



If you have a pic or two could you send them to my direct email if you can't post them here? My direct email is



bc1@joimail.com



Thanks,

Brian

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[968gene]

Thanks Bob B. Can you post pics?

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