Cabin Air Fliter DIY

[SRG963]

Step One: Locate the hood latch release lever under the dash on the left side.
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab359/SRGSRG963/P3130318.jpg



Step Two: Open hood and locate the Cabin Air Filter area.
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab359/SRGSRG963/P3130319.jpg



Step Three: Take a medium flat head screwdriver and gently pry the inserts out from the center of the plastic tabs. Caution need to be used at this point, as these little plastic pieces are slippery and tend to jump out of the hand.
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab359/SRGSRG963/P3130320.jpg



You will remove 6 of the plastic inserts
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab359/SRGSRG963/P3130321.jpg



and then remove 6 of these large plastic tabs
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab359/SRGSRG963/P3130322.jpg



Step Four: Gently lift the plastic cover up and remove the dirty Cabin Air Filter. Grab at a corner and pull gently.
After removing the old filter, it's a good idea to clean out the bottom of the tray. Leaves and other garbage gathers there.
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab359/SRGSRG963/P3130323.jpg



Step Five: Place your new Cabin Air Filter back in place. Make sure the filter is pointing in the proper direction when you re-install the new one, there will be air flow arrows on the bottom of the filter. The instructions show the filter being flexed buy both hands, from left to right into a soft -S- shape while lowering into position. The filter is flexible, but caution needs to be used as it will separate on you. Remove any debris that's visible. Place the bottom of the filter as far down as you can get it, and then gently slide the top of the filter into place.



Here's a picture of the new vs the old filter. It should be changed every year.
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab359/SRGSRG963/P3130324.jpg



Step Six: Place all of the large tabs back into place.
Tip: Align them so removing the inserts is easy next time.
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab359/SRGSRG963/P3130322.jpg



Step Seven: Place all of the middle inserts back into place
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab359/SRGSRG963/P3130321.jpg



Step Eight: Step back and admire your work. This filter should be changed every year.
http://i879.photobucket.com/albums/ab359/SRGSRG963/BMR/BMRSwaybars009.jpg

[polo]

Ah, so that's where the hood release lever is! LMAO

Was that your original filter? or the second?

[SRG963]

The black one is the OEM with 40k+ miles on it.

After replacing the filter, my car smelt like brand new again, and the AC blows cooler.

[kje141]

Searched the hell out of AutoZone and other chain auto parts stores online and couldn't find this at all. Where you get it from, part number?

[SRG963]

Napa / Wix Cabin Air Filter Replacement Part Number 9248.

I would suggest ordering one from Crazy Paul or Pace Performance, the Wix is cheaply made IMO.

[Panzer Leader]

Hood lever? Oh you mean the bonnet. Too bad it is not easier to get to, like through the glove box. My dealer does not stock jack shit. No Engine Air Filter ($49.99 for the V6), no cabin filter, no oil filter, no nothing. BTW Purelator Pure One oil filters are suppose to come with the new "O" Ring. Says so on the outside of the box, guess what?

[Crazy Paul]

Searched the hell out of AutoZone and other chain auto parts stores online and couldn't find this at all. Where you get it from, part number?

Pontiac G8 Pollen Filter aka Cabin Air Filter 92184248
(Now you can search the Part Number on this Forum).

[makindue]

Ah, so that's where the hood release lever is! LMAO

Was that your original filter? or the second?

For me it looks original filter. I'll never thought it is only the second one. :D

[Panzer Leader]

Dealer here is selling OEM for $45.00. O'Reily and NAPA are $25.00 more (About $73.00) and are made by WIX. Guess I will stay with OEM.

['02 ws6]

Easy enough write up......gotta do this when I return from San Antonio....as well as an exhaust mod :secret:

[GXPaycheck]

Some folks bought NAPA filters and they weren't very good quality. I got mine from Greg@Pace cheaper than the local dealers.

[texn884]

HOw often should this filter be changed?

[Executor999]

This filter should be changed every year.

This. ^

['02 ws6]

I've done it once a yr around March, right before the AC days come along, but that's just me.

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[MoonPie]

SRG963 is right about those things being flimsy. I was a little rough changing one yesterday, that was a $50 mistake. Funny, the old one held up fine during the removal and reinstallation. It was the new "OEM" piece of toilet paper that came apart at one corner and on the top of the filter. I've secured two for $74.00 straight from our good friend in Australia, CP.

[hfxG8]

Can you pm me info, I need 1 or 2. thanks

SRG963 is right about those things being flimsy. I was a little rough changing one yesterday, that was a $50 mistake. Funny, the old one held up fine during the removal and reinstallation. It was the new "OEM" piece of toilet paper that came apart at one corner and on the top of the filter. I've secured two for $74.00 straight from our good friend in Australia, CP.

[Eidolon]

Shawn,

You need Charlie's heater hoses, stat!

--

And I'm gonna need to do this at some point. I'm sure the filter in my G8 is naaaasty. I've never changed it. I may just wait, though, save up lots of pennies, and see if I can't order the three-gauge setup, V6 radiator cover, AND filters all at once. Unless there's no benefit to that combination. Then I'll just do 'em whenever.

[SRG963]

lol at least you didn't spell it Sean....

If they increased power or handling, I'd have them. I'm too slow for "show" mods still, lol

It's Shawn BTW :)

[SRG963]

How often should this filter be changed?

I suggest changing your filter yearly, after the pollen stops falling on your car.
That's my plan anyways :)

[Chewy]

Filter is #92184248
$39.71 + 8 bucks shipping from Pace...

Chris

[Eidolon]

lol at least you didn't spell it Sean....

It's Shawn BTW :)
You know, it wouldn't be so bad ... if your name weren't right there in your signature. No excuse available here! :loser:

[texn884]

I just messaged Greg to buy one.

[texn884]

Put my new filter in yesterday and good thing I did. It was pretty dirty and now the air smells much better and I replaced at 54,350 miles. I would say replace every 40K. Easy DIY thing to do unless you have huge forearms. Its a tight fit to get your arm in there.

[GXPaycheck]

Buy 2 from Pace, the shipping cost is the same. Save ya a few $$!

[pokey]

Completed this yesterday...

My advice don't attempt to pull the full cover off unless you really have to. (I broke a few clips and the cover where the clips attach in a couple places removing it) If you do I think what I did wrong is to pull up in the middle, I think if you pulled straight up starting from one of the ends you would have better luck. AND, I think trying to release these plastic clips during cold weather is probably causing me issues, I think if the plastic would be warm or hot like in Summer I would have better luck.

My .02 hopefully helps someone..

[SRG963]

After removing the old filter, and before inserting the new filter, it's a good idea to clean out the tray.

Also, when putting the retaining clips back, align them so the inserts are easy to remove next time.

[Eidolon]

Thanks for the DIY, Shawn. Well written! I just did this tonight, and it took around 15 minutes, most of which was spent trying to get the new filter seated.

These definitely need to be regularly changed since they're exposed to the elements and will... grow things. This is what mine looked like after 2 years.

http://www.eidolways.com/images/G8/filter.jpg

Nastiness. I was BREATHING through that. Oddly enough, I think the old filter was even installed in the wrong direction!

[Sheffield Steve]

Just changed mine. Looked pretty bad after 40K

My original one also appears to have been installed backwards. (Airflow arrows on filter pointing to the outside of the vehicle)

[polo]

I should probably order one of these soon. I just hit 30k, and I'm sure it's getting pretty bad.

[Sheffield Steve]

I looked into the direction that is should be installed and

1) It seems that the arrows on the filter should be pointed towards the front of the car not to the inside. (Airflow appears to be in that direction, despite what logic would suggest)

2) The filter does not appear to be directional so I'm not sure it even matters.


Just changed mine. Looked pretty bad after 40K

My original one also appears to have been installed backwards. (Airflow arrows on filter pointing to the outside of the vehicle)

[Chooch]

Changed mine, took all of 15 minutes. I got a store brand filter from the local auto parts store, 22 bucks. Napa was 79. Rock Auto online for the wix with some enviroshield coating was 39 plus shipping. At 22 bucks, I will change them every 6 months if need be

[SRG963]

Changed mine, took all of 15 minutes. I got a store brand filter from the local auto parts store, 22 bucks. Napa was 79. Rock Auto online for the wix with some enviroshield coating was 39 plus shipping. At 22 bucks, I will change them every 6 months if need be

Where did you get it @$22? I'm buying a dozen.

There's nothing special to them, they are not carbon charged, so best price wins IMO.

[Iwant1]

I guess you have to message Greg to order these? I searched Pace's website for the PN: 92184248 and it came back with nothing.

[SRG963]

I guess you have to message Greg to order these? I searched Pace's website for the PN: 92184248 and it came back with nothing.


Better Price:
http://wasslow.com/92184248-g8cabinairfilter.aspx


Pace:
http://paceperformance.com/i-6486051-92184248-filter.html

[Iwant1]

Thanks! Yeah I just found it on Pace and was surprised that it was that much. Pace has $9 shipping to me where as Was Slow is $10, but then that might be on par with what the dealer is charging. I think I'll call around tomorrow to see if anyone has one in stock. I mean if they had a ECU for a G8, why wouldn't they have a pollen filter right?

***EDIT***
Well the dealer didn't have it and it was $60+.

[Crazy Paul]

Cabin Air Filter, Pollen Filter, Part No 92184248

So I got asked for Bulk Buy prices.
Get your friends together or ask around at the car club.

PRICES INCLUDE SHIPPING.
All filters will be Airfreighted to 1 single address.

1 Cabin Air Filter US$40 shipped
2 Cabin Air Filters US$72 US$36ea shipped
3 Cabin Air Filters US$105 US$35ea shipped
4 Cabin Air Filters US$147 US$36.75ea shipped
5 Cabin Air Filters US$177 US$35.40ea shipped
6 Cabin Air Filters US$204 US$34ea shipped
7 Cabin Air Filters US$239 US$34.15ea shipped
8 Cabin Air Filters US$266 US$33.25ea shipped
9 Cabin Air Filters US$302 US$33.55ea shipped
10 Cabin Air Filters US$330 US$33ea shipped
15 Cabin Air Filters US$472.50 US$31.50ea shipped


***Note From Qty 4 and up I can do even better pricing shipped into Canada, I can also accept CAD thru Paypal. Contact me Canadians.


Edit: New Better Pricing.

[Lucifer]

If you need a reason to swap yours, take a look at my stock unit with 12,000 miles:

http://i54.tinypic.com/2q06gk0.jpg

Thanks again CP!

[SRG963]

^Wow, that's nasty!

It's a good idea to clean out any debris down in there as well.

[Lucifer]

Oh I took a shop vac to it!! Upon further inspection, I found that the filer was also placed backwards but I'm not sure how much of a difference that makes.

[Iwant1]

OMG! Do you park at the bottom of a river?!?!?

[Lucifer]

OMG! Do you park at the bottom of a river?!?!?

No idea where the original owner parked, I keep it locked in a garage.

[Chooch]

Where did you get it @$22? I'm buying a dozen.

There's nothing special to them, they are not carbon charged, so best price wins IMO.

The local parts store is part of the Uni Select USA group which is a "distributor" of sorts. They buy local autopart stores and put them under one of several banners so to speak. if you go google them, there is a link to locations. The 22 buck filter I got was made by wix but again a "store brand". It was rather plain, did not feel or look as robust as the OEM, but like you said, 22 bucks, I will pay and change more often

[JonnyG2132]

just replaced mine for the first time. The car has 30,000 miles on it. I cant get over how dirty is was. Glad I learned that It was in there

[Executor999]

I've been replacing mine annually. Get's easier to swap out every time. I always second-guess whether the filter is facing the right direction! :)

[JonnyG2132]

I've been replacing mine annually. Get's easier to swap out every time. I always second-guess whether the filter is facing the right direction! :)

O man. Now your scaring me. There is a wrong way ?

[Crazy Paul]

O man. Now your scaring me. There is a wrong way ?
Read the Instructions provided in Post #1 of this very thread.
http://forum.grrrr8.net/showthread.php?t=17842&p=262259&viewfull=1#post262259

There is a direction arrow on the side of the genuine filter. Air Flow Direction.
Air comes from outside the car, thru the filter, to the inside of the car.

[Eidolon]

O man. Now your scaring me. There is a wrong way ?


Read the Instructions provided in Post #1 of this very thread.
http://forum.grrrr8.net/showthread.php?t=17842&p=262259&viewfull=1#post262259

There is a direction arrow on the side of the genuine filter. Air Flow Direction.
Air comes from outside the car, thru the filter, to the inside of the car.
+1 on Paul's post.

I think the "wrong direction" here has to do with the baffles - the ridges, I guess - at the edges of the filter. They're not braced, so they're pretty flimsy. If the filter is installed the wrong way, the air flow will push the baffle aside and go around the filter on that edge. If it's oriented the right way, it'll catch in the baffle and be forced to go through the filter.

[JonnyG2132]

+1 on Paul's post.

I think the "wrong direction" here has to do with the baffles - the ridges, I guess - at the edges of the filter. They're not braced, so they're pretty flimsy. If the filter is installed the wrong way, the air flow will push the baffle aside and go around the filter on that edge. If it's oriented the right way, it'll catch in the baffle and be forced to go through the filter.

I will be checking mine today.

[JonnyG2132]

so the way that the previous filter was installed from before I got the car, the arrow was pointing to the front of the car. That seems as though that would be backwards? Shouldnt the arrow be pointing into the car?

EDIT: Now I see that some posted that it should go in the reverse way of what the logic would say...

[Crazy Paul]

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/Cabin%20Filter/PR1010598.jpg

[JonnyG2132]

Right. that would make the most sense. why did they come stock backwards?

[WhatNext]

The post 1 instructions are hosed. It doesn't mention Bonnets and Scrivets!

[Iwant1]

I'm guessing the arrow means that the front of the car is THAT WAY --->

[WhatNext]

No, it shows the direction of air flow. So installed filter should have the arrow pointing in toward the firewall.

[Iwant1]

Why is everyone finding theirs installed with the arrow point the opposite direction? Is it because they were built in Australia and the air flows the opposite direction down there?


No, it shows the direction of air flow. So installed filter should have the arrow pointing in toward the firewall.

[hardml]

After removing the old filter, and before inserting the new filter, it's a good idea to clean out the tray.

Also, when putting the retaining clips back, align them so the inserts are easy to remove next time.

Good advice. Also, if you have difficulty taking the retaining clips out, you can get a tool just for this purpose at AutoZone. It helps in removing them next time to put a little 3 in 1 oil in the retaining pins.

[texn884]

Should I have a cabin air filter? It is pretty straight forward.

Good tip on the clips.

[SRG963]

All G8's have cabin air filters. They should be changed yearly at a minimum IMO.

FYI, There's a Crazy Paul deal for OEM Holden cabin air filters at Performance Car Web. Cheaper than anything I've seen online, including aftermarket filters like WIX.

[SRG963]

Less than $30.01 each, shipped to your door!

[Iwant1]

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c270/lpe_wannabe/G8%20Pics/DSCN0541.jpg

This must be the "debris" they're talking about removing :) Not sure how I was breathing? NASTY!

[pha|anx]

I briefly read through the thread, but haven't seen anything with my issue yet. I emailed Crazy Paul and am just waiting on a reply. I got a replacement filter and hit a big wall on installation. the part numbers are identical Holden logos included, obviously batch number different-- but there was an issue. forgive the crappy phone pics, but I've included the same pictures I emailed to CP. the ruler in front shows the difference on a flat surface. since it was impossible to indicate the units in the picture, measured they are at the center 236 mm on the old and 243 mm on the new.

suffice it to say after probably 40 minutes of fucking around with it, the old one is vacuumed and back in. no fault of CP of course-- he was awesome in getting this to me and some badges quick. this seems like a big glaring FAIL on Holden's QC to me though.

:facepalm2:

[Crazy Paul]

I heard back from morpheousssv who I supplied with a filter last week, he had no problem twisting the new filter & then installing it as per the fitting instructions.
You've caught me on a weekend when I have no stock of filters here to measure and check. I'm expecting about 20 in tomorrow so I'll measure all of them and let you know if I find any variation in height.
I definately haven't heard of any issue before receiving the e-mail you sent me.

[pha|anx]

Thanks Crazy Paul! For the yanks out there that don't speak metric, the difference is about a 1/4". Try squishing one of these by that much and you tell me if it looks natural lol.

Sent from Hell via my Galaxy S Captivate

[scsi050]

Why is everyone finding theirs installed with the arrow point the opposite direction? Is it because they were built in Australia and the air flows the opposite direction down there?

The "air flow" arrow on my factory filter was also pointing to the front of the car. Seems backwards to me. Which way should it go in?

[BudaG8]

The "air flow" arrow on my factory filter was also pointing to the front of the car. Seems backwards to me. Which way should it go in?

I just got my replacement filter which I ordered from gmpartsdirect. I was surprised to see it came with official Holden "Fitting Instructions for VE Commodore Pollen Filter". First thing you notice is the drawing shows the filter on our driver's side instead of the passenger side. Funny Aussies. First step is to "Open the vehicle bonnet". As for the air flow arrow, Step 6 says " Twist to collapse the replacement pollen filter, ensure the arrows on the base of the filter are pointing TO the HVAC unit and positon the filter in the retaining grooves" so I'm not sure why everybody's filters were installed with the arrows pointing the other way.

[WhatNext]

Don't forget the Scrivets

[Slizzo]

Was searching the Wix part # online, noticed that Napa has it for $65(!!!!!). Then did some more searching and found it for $45, much easier to stomach.


Then searched for the Wix part # for a 2009 4cyl Camry (Fiance's DD). $10. Yes, TEN DOLLARS! Damned Australian vehicle. :)

[scsi050]

oreillyauto.com has a cheap MicroGuard for $10 (part #3753). Not in stock online though. I called a location yesterday and they were going to call their distributor to confirm the price...

[Call-Me-D]

oreillyauto.com has a cheap MicroGuard for $10 (part #3753). Not in stock online though. I called a location yesterday and they were going to call their distributor to confirm the price...

Just got mine from O'reilly today. 10 bucks is correct.

[Mier]

Grrr...and I paid 60 bucks to get mine.

[Crazy Paul]

It looks to me as if some cabin filters in the past have been installed with the base of the filter too far forward and blocking the drain holes.
Note in this pic the vertical sides of the filter are a small distance rearward of the stops, but the drain holes are covered by the base of the filter. I'd suggest moving the base of the filter more rearward (towards the firewall) to fully expose the drain holes & forget about how far the filter is from the forward stops.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/Cabin%20Filter/cabinfilterdrainholes.jpg

See the "tide mark" on these filters. Could be because the drain holes in the bottom of the "filter box" were covered over.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/Cabin%20Filter/2q06gk0.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/Cabin%20Filter/filter.jpg

[GXPaycheck]

Thanx for that, CP! I will have to check mine. Didn't know there were holes down there.

[Eidolon]

Yeah, me either. One of those two "tide mark" sample pictures was my filter! I'll have to check my replacement filter placement.

[Crazy Paul]

Thanx for that, CP! I will have to check mine. Didn't know there were holes down there.

There might only be 1 drain hole.
I'd love a pic if anyone has the technology to capture it.
: )

[SRG963]

The great offer for OEM Holden cabin air filters is still going on!

Second case should be arriving the beginning of September, so get your order in while you can!

[BlackGT5]

The great offer for OEM Holden cabin air filters is still going on!

Second case should be arriving the beginning of September, so get your order in while you can!

Where may I find this great offer?? I still have one left that I got from CP but a couple more won't hurt :)

[G8GT721]

Where may I find this great offer?? I still have one left that I got from CP but a couple more won't hurt :)

+1, i havent changed mine since i bought in April of 08 it must be nasty

[BlackGT5]

Ahh...think I found the great deal on another site.



There might only be 1 drain hole.
I'd love a pic if anyone has the technology to capture it.
: )

Here you go.

Just one drain hole:

http://i582.photobucket.com/albums/ss266/blackgt5/Drainhole.jpg

Drain tube for above hole (there are other holes next to the drain tube, not sure if these are for other drainage):
http://i582.photobucket.com/albums/ss266/blackgt5/Draintube.jpg

[SRG963]

FYI: PCW $30shipped deal on OEM Holden cabin air filters ends on September 26th 2011, get in while you can.

[polo]

Just got mine from O'reilly today. 10 bucks is correct.

I called today and they said no one around (including their warehouse) has them. Oh well... it was worth a shot!

[polo]

FYI: PCW $30shipped deal on OEM Holden cabin air filters ends on September 26th 2011, get in while you can.

Thanks, Shawn. I'm going to get in on the group buy as soon as PCW accepts my registration :)

[08G8V8]

In for 2. Thanks

[JAM]

I called today and they said no one around (including their warehouse) has them. Oh well... it was worth a shot!

Here, they said anyone that claims that they got this filter from O'Reillys is full of shit!

JAM

[SRG963]

The third and final shipment of Holden Cabin Air Filters will include a bonus. Anyone who participates on the final shipment will be assigned a number. CP will draw numbers from a hat after all orders have been placed (closing September 26th). The lucky winner gets $50 worth of merchandise from lionsden!

[SRG963]

Last weekend for the Holden OEM Cabin Air Filter Deal!

[G8GT721]

Where do we find said deal?


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[LDM]

Where do we find said deal?

Performance Car Web. Crazy Paul has a group buy deal going on there.

[SRG963]

I believe today is the last day to get in.

[polo]

PCW never approved my registration. I tried 3 different email addresses, but it kept saying something about registration denied by the automatic spam filter. I tried my work email, gmail, and ymail. I emailed them to tell them I wanted to join, but got no response. Oh well.

[SRG963]

PCW never approved my registration. I tried 3 different email addresses, but it kept saying something about registration denied by the automatic spam filter. I tried my work email, gmail, and ymail. I emailed them to tell them I wanted to join, but got no response. Oh well.

PM me your email address' and I'll see what I can do.

FYI, I got a few extras I'll bring to the next meet I attend.

[LDM]

PCW never approved my registration. I tried 3 different email addresses, but it kept saying something about registration denied by the automatic spam filter. I tried my work email, gmail, and ymail. I emailed them to tell them I wanted to join, but got no response. Oh well. That happened to me too when I tried to sign up. I tried all my different email address and none of them worked. I was getting frustrated and about to say forget it. Finally I tried signing up with "LDM G8" as my username instead of "LDM" and it worked. It says the username cannot be shorter than 3 characters, but maybe the spam filter throws up a flag as well if it's a short name. I'm guessing you tried signing up as "polo" there like you are here. If Shawn isn't able to help you get signed up, maybe try something like "polo G8".

[polo]

That happened to me too when I tried to sign up. I tried all my different email address and none of them worked. I was getting frustrated and about to say forget it. Finally I tried signing up with "LDM G8" as my username instead of "LDM" and it worked. It says the username cannot be shorter than 3 characters, but maybe the spam filter throws up a flag as well if it's a short name. I'm guessing you tried signing up as "polo" there like you are here. If Shawn isn't able to help you get signed up, maybe try something like "polo G8".

Thanks, man! That must have been the problem, because "poloG8" worked fine. Kinda stupid though, because it should tell you when you choose a username that it's not going to work. I assumed it was the email address causing the problem, but never thought about the user name because it said polo was "valid and not in use."

Well, as long as I'm not too late, I'll join the group buy. Thanks again!

[LDM]

Yeah I thought the same thing. I just tried changing the username as a last ditch effort and surprisingly it worked. Glad it worked for you too.

[SRG963]

Due to some not being able to register, this deal has been extended for 2 more days.

[Crazy Paul]

*****NEW GROUP BUY right here on GRRRR8*****
G8Ray is going to do the distribution out from Indiana.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/showthread.php?t=27696

[pha|anx]

we still never figured out why my OE of the same part # is a 1/4 shorter than the replacement...

[Crazy Paul]

we still never figured out why my OE of the same part # is a 1/4 shorter than the replacement...

That still remains a mystery.
I've had my hands on a couple hundred since then and what you received is the same as all the stock coming thru. I haven't heard of any other issues apart from yours.

[oxbcat]

pha|anx,

This happened to me too with the Wix and the new OEM Holden filters. They were too tall to fit.

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[TurboMike]

I just put mine in from the group buy, and at first it I thought it was in fact taller as it was slightly squished when I installed it. I pulled it out to see if it wasnt sitting correctly, and confirmed the part numbers are the same.

The way it fits is with felt over the top and bottom to make a seal. IMO the old filter just had flatter felt and probably was slightly smaller from being installed in the car so long. I put the new filter back in, and again it looked slight crushed. Then I tried to slide the folds of the filter back and foward (left and right) and now it looked less crushed and seemed to fit better. I'd bet that if I opened it back up in a few weeks after the filter has been vibrating in there for many miles of driving it looks like it fits perfect just the the 2 year old one I just removed.

[Bob N]

Just an FYI, I posted on one of the other threads - O'Reilly Auto Parts has cabin air filters by MGD - MicroGard - #3753 $9.99 ! You may have to order it, not always kept in stock. Best price I've seen anywhere, and it fit perfectly. The counter guy couldn't believe it when he looked up the WIX
filter for over $60.00! After all, it's only a cabin air filter, why the hell are they soooooooo expensive everywhere else?

[-Ray-]

Just an FYI, I posted on one of the other threads - O'Reilly Auto Parts has cabin air filters by MGD - MicroGard - #3753 $9.99 ! You may have to order it, not always kept in stock. Best price I've seen anywhere, and it fit perfectly. The counter guy couldn't believe it when he looked up the WIX
filter for over $60.00! After all, it's only a cabin air filter, why the hell are they soooooooo expensive everywhere else?

Because the rest of them aren't made in China?

[Bob N]

Sorry there G8 Ray, but I'll buy American any day over foreign, but tell me why it should cost over 6 times as much to buy a paper
filter made here? That's just plain wrong! Oh, by the way, where was your G8 made? :hmm:

[pha|anx]

pha|anx,

This happened to me too with the Wix and the new OEM Holden filters. They were too tall to fit.

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crazy, they look just like my pictures... now WTF Holden?

[-Ray-]

Sorry there G8 Ray, but I'll buy American any day over foreign, but tell me why it should cost over 6 times as much to buy a paper
filter made here? That's just plain wrong! Oh, by the way, where was your G8 made? :hmm:

Are you sure any of those paper filters were made here? The filters I shipped came to me from Australia. My hope is they were made there. They are the genuine article. BTW, my G8 looks like a Holden Special Edition.
Stanley makes hammers. Stanley has a factory in China. Stanley sells the hammers as prices that they were made in the US. Now that is bull shit.

I think you misunderstood my post.

[LDM]

Are you sure any of those paper filters were made here? The filters I shipped came to me from Australia. My hope is they were made there. They are the genuine article. BTW, my G8 looks like a Holden Special Edition.
Stanley makes hammers. Stanley has a factory in China. Stanley sells the hammers as prices that they were made in the US. Now that is bull shit.

I think you misunderstood my post.

The Holden filters are made in Germany. You can even see it on the box in CP's photo: http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/Cabin%20Filter/PFF1010606.jpg

[-Ray-]

The Holden filters are made in Germany. You can even see it on the box in CP's photo: http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y20/PerthPurplePenguin/car%20parts/Cabin%20Filter/PFF1010606.jpg

Shows you how much I pay attention. LOL

[Bob N]

Are you sure any of those paper filters were made here? The filters I shipped came to me from Australia. My hope is they were made there. They are the genuine article. BTW, my G8 looks like a Holden Special Edition.
Stanley makes hammers. Stanley has a factory in China. Stanley sells the hammers as prices that they were made in the US. Now that is bull shit.

I think you misunderstood my post.



TRUCE! :cheers:

I agree, it is bull shit.
It's just a shame the way some company's will rip people off.
Based on what I've been reading here, there seems to be a fitment problem with several of
the filter brands?

[-Ray-]

There is some filters that seem to big just a little larger than the original.

[pha|anx]

I'm still not sure what replacement to get that'll fit... THAT is bullshit.

[TyG8GXP]

Got mine changed today. Filter wasnt horrible, but definitely needed a change. Oh, and mine was out in the right way for airflow.

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg118/MUPhoto09/fa1fe346.jpg

[Night Train]

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[texn884]

waited a bit too longhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171231/534aa313a86b7e8676e34cd022f3da7e.jpg

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yikes id say so lol i bet you breath lots better now

[TurboMike]

If we cut out your lung and a baby's lung, would it look like that?