(85 300 TD wagon California) - Noticed that last time I had to take out air filter can (large type in front left corner) - when putting back in the clamp for the 3" diameter rubber intake hose did not tighten firmly. Seems the clamp slipped up on the rubber - not fully positioned over metal tube of cannister. Anyone experience this - how does this affect engine and or turbo -
By the way - I have corrected the situation.

Thanks Steve

Dirt would get in as its the path of least resistance. Over a period of time it would reduce engine life.

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You need to get rid of that big stinkin' can.

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Here's my current set-up with K & N air filter. I saw this on eBay (www.moguland.com) and Kevin the seller happens to be in my neck of the woods.

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Is that an oil separator - Also - any problems if water (splashed from below?) hits the K & N filter? Hows the overall performance?

Thanks for all replies - Steve

Not an easy job unless you only swap in a K&N...

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84 300D Turbodiesel 190K with 4 speed manual sold in 03/2012

Anybody know if the "big can" can be swapped out - and replaced with smaller (typical) air filter.

Steve

Everything can be swapped out and replaced with a federal setup. I have had no problems whatsoever with mine so far.

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?threadid=90424

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'85 300SD (formerly california emissions)
'08 Chevy Tahoe
'93 Ducati 900 SS
'79 Kawasaki KZ 650
'86 Kawasaki KX 250
'88 Kawasaki KDX200
'71 Hodaka Ace 100
'72 Triumph T100R

Yes it is the Oil Separator. The set-up is clean and works very well and I've had no problems with it. The turbo whine is more audible as it is more exposed. With an increase of air intake and a little tweaking of the ALDA = more air and fuel, performance is a little better.