Steel mesh lifetime air filter

[Dario]

Hi

I have a lifetime air filter in my 1965 AR 2600 Sprint.  Anyone know the maintenance procedure or know of replacements if required.

[LaStregaNera]

They do a pretty good job of keeping the rocks out, but i'd be inclined to put it on the shelf as a curiosity and fit a conventional paper element filter if you want the engine to last more than about 20,000km.

Was there an oil bath ("tropical") filter as an option on the 2600s?

[Dario]

It's been in there for 54000 miles so may need a change.  Don't know of any options or what can now replace it though.