[Doc Watson]

Jim, for me its looks and limited functionality, agreed the best thing to use is a good quality filter to protect the engine, but in my opinion, dosent look the part. A mesh will prevent 'relativley' large debris from entering the engine, it would help having a filter element inside the rear scoop entrance on the rear clip although air will still come up from the engine bay which wont be filtered. Depends on how good a fit the turkey pan is. But thats another thread.

Ok that said its been more than an hour........

Removed the handles off one strainer and ensured that all sharp edges were removed. Used a carbide 'cutting' disc on the dremel (dont forget the safety glasses!!!)

The rubber holders for the filters that I have do hold the mesh in place (first two photos), the second two photos show only the strainer sitting on a 48 IDA stack.

I think I prefer the look without the rubber holder and will now have a go at wiring them on.... to me it looks more...... '60's

Andy