We did very similar filter conversions. One change I made a year or so ago was to buy the cheapest large, nylon pantyhose I could find and made a prefilter for the air filter. Slips right over and (I think) makes it look a bit more original. With the mesh on top and bottom of the filter sealing surfaces I added a hefty bead of chassis grease to ensure a good seal.

RonR


RonR


1951 3600 with Clark flatbed, T5, 4.10 rear
1970 340 Duster
1990 5.0 V8 Miata (1990 Mustang Gt Drivetrain)
1964 CJ5