I got kind of stuck, but then realized I wasn't really thinking about which filters I'm supposed to get for this carb anyway?? I've seen:
- Dual Kadron Air Cleaner Kit (EMPI 8801) - maybe these would outright replace my entire current housing assembly?
- VW Air Cleaner Replacement Filter (EMPI 8802) - maybe these simply replace the perforated metal sheet portions I have?
- Air Cleaner For Single 40/44 EMPI/BROSOL/SOLEX (EMPI 43-4460) - like the first one, maybe these would outright replace my entire current housing assembly?
Would any of these work? Or some other product that's supposed to go with these? I can't imagine that I have some rare exotic carb setup, there have to be some common go-tos, I just don't know better. Some more closeups to help:
Noting plan B here:
I visited a motorcycle store, where I came across this UNI foam air filter (NU-4132ST) that would fit inside the carb air chamber. And also this UNI sheet of foam (BF1), which is pretty cool because you can cut to size and it ends up being cheaper when you have 2 chambers to address. However, someone mentioned that these foam filters degrade over time. I'm thinking maybe it's not ideal to have them on the inside vs the outside koozie method? Maybe they end up clogging over time.
I was able to search by dimension on K&N's site and identify this K&N air filter (HA-1088) that I *think might* fit. Although kind of expensive when you have to buy two, and I'd still have to punch a hole on the sides for the feedback hose. But this makes me return to realizing that there are supposed to be air filters actually designed for these specific carbs...
