So I got sick of buying the in cabin filters. So I stole an idea I saw on some other sites/vehicles to make a permanent/washable in cabin filter. It cost $20 at home depot, and makes 2 filters (you could rotate).

Product Purchased (make sure to get the ADJUSTABLE model):


Parts Included:


1. Make a template.


2. Mark screen.

 

3. Cut screen with scissors.


4. Cut plastic pieces. This shown one is my test cuts, and required further cuts until perfect. You get the idea.


5. Glue together. I used liquid nail for small projects (tube). Seems to hold.


Say goodbye to $10/year filters

 

NICE DIY!!! one question is this filter that you made tightly woven like the nissan micro filter?

 

Its 3 layers, electrostatic. Go check it out at Home Depot in the furnace filter section.

 

Maybe I'm a dumbass, but wouldn't "electrostatic" require a power source?

 

No. Found via Google.

http://www.dustfree.com/filters/faq.htm

 

Love the filter btw. Installed it today. I let the glue dry several hours before installation. It fits like a glove. I'll be able to clean it with a garden hose every year...

 

wow thats a pretty good idea... thanks for the info... u notice any other benefits besides the cleaning method? like cleaner air? lol

 

No difference. Just the fact that I don't have to pay $10 / year any more...

 

Where is the cabin filter on the 04 Maxima?

Mine has never been changed since I bought it 32K.

 

the cabin filter on 2004 is behind the glove compartment.

 

any way of reposting the pics?

 

^^ I second that. ^^

 

he hasn't been on in 6 months. maybe PM him?

 

Hilbe is cool. I got him on AOL, I'll ask him.

 

Too much hassle for a maintenance item, such as in cabin filter. Why bother with washing old filter when you can just throw it in a garbage and install a brand new part. It costs like 10-15 bucks or something..
Jesus, it takes me $50 to fill up a tank these days!

 

90$ can to fill here