Wix 42070 Engine Air Filter

WIX 42070 Engine Air Filter Overview

The WIX 42070 engine air filter is built for dependable intake protection in everyday driving and harsher conditions. It is a direct-fit panel air filter for select Cadillac, Chevrolet, and Dodge applications, including 1967 Cadillac Eldorado, 1967 Dodge Charger, 1963-1965 Chevrolet Corvette, and 1960-1962 Dodge Dart.

With a cellulose media design, plastic ends, and a 2.120-inch height, this filter is sized for OE-style service replacement and consistent airflow control.

Key Features

• Engine air filter for air and fuel delivery service
• WIX part number 42070
• Cellulose filter media with phenolic resin treatment for added moisture resistance
• 30% more media than OES filters, based on manufacturer specification
• High-tear strength polyurethane seal where applicable for temperature resistance
• Laboratory tested to ISO 5011 standards with at least 99.5% efficiency, based on Wix 42389
• 120 CFM rating for airflow performance
• Compatible with 1967 Cadillac Eldorado, 1967 Dodge Charger, 1963-1965 Chevrolet Corvette, and 1960-1962 Dodge Dart

Detailed Description

The WIX 42070 is a premium panel-style engine air filter engineered for normal commuting, stop-and-go traffic, dirt roads, construction zones, short trips, and interstate driving. Its enhanced cellulose media is treated to improve durability against moisture ingestion, while the filter construction is intended to maintain reliable engine intake protection during routine service intervals. For buyers searching for a 1963-1965 Chevrolet Corvette air filter, a 1967 Dodge Charger engine air filter, or a 1960-1962 Dodge Dart replacement filter, this part number provides a direct-reference option for the listed applications. This part cross-references FRAM 1851493 for the same application.

What This Air Filter Helps Address

• Restricted engine airflow from a loaded or dirty intake filter
• Dust and debris entering the intake system
• Moisture-related media breakdown in demanding driving conditions
• Routine maintenance needs for OE-style air filter change intervals
• Fitment lookup for classic car air filter replacement on listed vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the filter dimensions against the air cleaner housing before installation. Confirm the application by year, make, and model, especially for classic vehicles such as the Chevrolet Corvette, Dodge Charger, Cadillac Eldorado, and Dodge Dart. Replace the filter at the manufacturer-recommended service interval or sooner if driving conditions are dusty or severe.

Quality Assurance

WIX specifies this filter for dependable engine protection and publishes ISO 5011 laboratory efficiency data for the design family. The construction uses enhanced cellulose media and a durable seal design where applicable to support consistent service performance.