What is the purpose of a breather filter?

A breather filter allows crankcase gases to vent while preventing dirt and debris from entering the engine. This helps maintain proper crankcase pressure and keeps your engine clean. This filter is designed to push directly into a valve cover.

How tall is this breather filter?

The overall height of the Spectre 42869 breather filter is 3-1/4 inches. The filter element itself is 2-3/8 inches tall. Make sure you have adequate clearance for installation.

How do I clean this breather filter?

Spectre recommends cleaning the filter with mild soap and water. Allow the filter to dry completely before reinstalling. Regular cleaning will help maintain optimal airflow and filtration.

Spectre 42869 Push-In Breather Filter with Shield

Name: Spectre Push-In Breather Filter w/Shield
Brand: Spectre
SKU: spectre-spectre-push-in-breather-filter-w-shield-t14-186949
Price: 24.99 USD
Availability: BackOrder

Spectre Push-In Breather Filter w/Shield

$24.99

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Push-in breather filter with heat shield. Keeps debris out of your engine.

Key Features

Triple chrome-plated steel top and base — resists corrosion
Synthetic fiber filter media — filters out dirt and debris
Includes heat shield — protects filter from heat
Comes with grommet — quick installation

Designed for valve covers with a 1-1/4 inch breather hole.

⚠️ CA WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Learn more

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Product Details

Spectre's High Performance Push-In Breather was designed for valve covers with a 1-1/4 inch breather hole, and includes a heat shield. With a triple chrome-plated steel top and base and an overall height of 3-1/4 inches, this breather features a 2-3/8 inch tall filter element made from our white synthetic fiber filter media. Manufactured using high quality materials and designed for a universal fit, this high performance breather/vent air filter comes complete with a grommet for quick installation. Note: Legal in California only for racing vehicles which may never be used, registered, or licensed for use upon a highway. See spectreperformance.com for CARB status on each part for a specific vehicle.Spectre's High Performance Push-In Breather was designed for valve covers with a 1-1/4 inch breather hole, and includes a heat shield. With a triple chrome-plated steel top and base and an overall height of 3-1/4 inches, this breather features a 2-3/8 inch tall filter element made from our white synthetic fiber filter media. Manufactured using high quality materials and designed for a universal fit, this high performance breather/vent air filter comes complete with a grommet for quick installation.