Re: oil bath air cleaner

Posted by Tim Cole On 2012/2/9 18:31:10

Um - Oh oh

If you sandblast the silencer then the unit is junk. Nothing bigger than 5-10 microns should be going into the silencer. Sand will go into the motor. Rust and paint should be removed using chemicals and captive abrasion (sandpaper). The intake and outlets should be sealed as well.

This type of air filter is a three stage system.

First visible particulates (50 microns) are slung off via the radiator fan. Second the air must change direction twice before entering the filter medium. Third the filter medium collects the remainder.

The paper idea is fine but really needs a foam seal on the top and bottom to prevent leaks. Paper can collect down to the under 5 micron range.