RamFlo Update?

[RMBaiada]

I just installed a phenolic spacer under my Weber 38/38 DGAS carburetor (1974 2002, owned since new), and now I need a shorter air cleaner than the Redline (2-5/8" tall K&N) that came with the carburetor to prevent damage to the hood.

 

I like the flow, height and look of the RamFlo, but the BMW FAQ posts on the RamFlo are old, with some of the posts from the mid 2000s saying that the RamFlo filter was flammable.

 

I assume that RamFlo has corrected this but was hoping to get some updated information on the RamFlo 1000 and 600, or any other suggested air filter that is around 2" tall that works well and looks good.

 

Michael

[Leucadian]

I can't speak to RamFlo, but have you looked at ITG yet?

 

The one I run is just shy of 2" on my 38/38

 

[Pdxguy]

1 hour ago, Leucadian said:

I can't speak to RamFlo, but have you looked at ITG yet?

 

The one I run is just shy of 2" on my 38/38

 

Any concerns about filtering quality of these vs K&N? Not suggesting there is a problem with ITG, just wondering. 

Also, who made the strut brace? Can't quite make it out. 

[Einspritz]

My research says the itg is better than K&N

[Pdxguy]

Would guess the ITG provide more air for the carbs as the top acts as a filter, and not just the sides, AKA K&N. 

[Leucadian]

1 hour ago, Pdxguy said:

Any concerns about filtering quality of these vs K&N? Not suggesting there is a problem with ITG, just wondering. 

Also, who made the strut brace? Can't quite make it out. 

 

I've had it for going on 2 years now, and there's been no issue.  Because it's all foam and plastic construction, it's easy to clean as well.  Just soap and water, and re-spray with filter oil.  

 

Strut brace is Wallothesch

 

BMW 1502 - 2002 turbo - Strut bars | Wallothesch

WWW.WALLOTHNESCH.COM

 

Edited June 2, 2022 by Leucadian

[jp5Touring]

1 hour ago, Pdxguy said:

Any concerns about filtering quality of these vs K&N? Not suggesting there is a problem with ITG, just wondering. 

Also, who made the strut brace? Can't quite make it out. 

Weichers Sport strut bar would be my guess.  Had mine powder coated black. They come red.