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Is there an easy way to replace the copper mesh air cleaning elements in my '37 and '40 Chevy air filters? <img border="0" alt="[twix]" title="" src="graemlins/twix.gif" /> [LIST]
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Yes, just remove the old one and install the new.It was sold under part number 1528439 and fits 1937-48 cars (with out oil bath air cleaner).It consisted of the mesh and the screen type casing around it.They show up at swap meets, G&D ads and on Ebay.
Gene Schneider
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Chevgene,
They both seem to be securely enclosed. I wasn't sure how to remove them without damaging the cleaner case.
Woody
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Chevgene,
I forgot to mention, mine are both the oil bath type.
Woody
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Oh-Thats different.The elements for the oil bath air cleaners were not serviced.If the original is still there I would leave it alone or add a new "layer" of mesh if old is missing.The mesh is a secondary dirt trap.The majority of dust is drawn into the oil.
Gene Schneider
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Thanks Gene. The mesh in both are in pretty good shape. I'll just leave them alone, as you suggest.
Woody
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