Where do you get an Air Filter?

[theLine]

I've read through numerous threads here looking for what brand people recommend. Most turned into K&N versus everything else pissing matches with no commentary on what paper filters are the best. I could have missed it though.

I don't really want a K&N so I'm looking for a paper filter. I went by 6 different auto parts stores today (Schucks, Auto Zone (multiple times) and one other) and no one had a filter in stock. Most only carried Fram or STP.

I'm assuming Fram is ok, since no one violently objected to it (as opposed to the K&N). Any other suitable replacements and where they might be obtained here in the Pacific Northwest?

If all else fails I will go to the stealer.

Thanks.

[theLine]

Just checked NAPA today. NAPA nada Everyone lists them... no one stocks them. To the stealer I will go. Should be interesting to see the price difference. The stores who list but don't stock have them priced for 18$ - 20$. What do you think... I'm guessing the dealer will be 50% higher because the box has "Honda" on it.

PS: years ago when I autocrossed a Miata, I installed a K&N. Still have the filter charger. Maybe I will go K&N after all

[divotdog]

yesterday paid $22.95 for honda dealer air cleaner. Install was not itemized as it was part of my "intermediate service". paid $36.95 for hepa cabin filter but did not pay labor for install (dealer price $104)

air cleaner was listed as part 17220-rje-a00 element, air cleaner. Bet you can get the same air cleaner at the dealer parts department. can u install yourself?
I don't think they show this install in any owner books. all this just an item response and an fyi.

[theLine]

Thanks, dog (aka divotdog... I've been watching too many hip hop inspired movies ). Yeah, I think it's a 30 second replacement if I can just get the part.

[RRIDER]

HandA has the air filter listed for $15.61. I know the shipping charge added to the price would probably be more than your local dealer's price. I got the stock filter from them when I placed an order with them previously....The added shipping for it was minimal with the other items I orderd.

[shortspark]

I had a used oil analysis performed by Blackstone last year with review by oil garu Terry Dyson. Dyson said the best thing for our engine is to use a less restrictive air filter (such as Fram) rather than the OEM. He said just be sure to change out the air filter every 10,000 miles under normal conditions. I had AutoZone special order the filter and it was under twenty bucks.

[hofffam]

Originally Posted by shortspark

I had a used oil analysis performed by Blackstone last year with review by oil garu Terry Dyson. Dyson said the best thing for our engine is to use a less restrictive air filter (such as Fram) rather than the OEM. He said just be sure to change out the air filter every 10,000 miles under normal conditions. I had AutoZone special order the filter and it was under twenty bucks.

Can you explain why Dyson said a less restrictive filter is better than OEM?

[shovelhd]

I just ordered a set from bernardiparts.com for my truck and the wife's Pilot. H&A's site was having issues this morning or I would have gone with them.

[theLine]

I couldn't wait. I'd been neglecting it. Hopefully the dealer changed it at 20K when I bought it. It has 37K now. I bought a Honda filter because it was all I could find. I was correct... 50% higher at 28$. Oh well. If definately needed one.

I'll get a Fram next time.

[shovelhd]

I checked the Fram filter catalog and could not find an air filter or cabin filter listed for the Ridgeline.