Wix Racing panel air filter — high-flow panel filter with urethane gasket, adhesive pocket pleats

This panel-style air filter from WIX is built to deliver strong airflow with dependable sealing where it matters most in motorsport and high-performance street applications. Designed to reduce intake restriction while keeping dirt out, the WIX racing panel uses a urethane soft gasket and adhesive-formed pleats to maintain shape and a secure fit inside the housing. It’s a direct, purpose-made solution for technicians and enthusiasts who replace panel filters frequently and need consistent fitment and airflow behavior.

How does the urethane soft sealing gasket improve fit and performance?

The urethane gasket compresses to create an even seal against the filter housing, preventing unfiltered air bypass without adding hard points that can deform with repeated service. Its elasticity helps maintain contact under vibration and heat cycles common in racing environments.

• Soft compression provides reliable sealing across uneven flanges.
• Resists hardening and cracking from engine bay temperatures.
• Maintains consistent contact under vibration and movement.

What makes this panel filter low-restriction compared to standard filters?

WIX optimizes media pleat geometry and uses an adhesive pocket pleat method to shape the media into stable, deep pleats that maximize exposed surface area. More surface area reduces pressure drop across the filter, allowing stronger intake flow and improved throttle response without sacrificing contaminant capture.

• Adhesive-formed pocket pleats hold shape under high airflow.
• Expanded media area lowers airflow resistance and pressure drop.
• Panel geometry tuned for typical racing intake footprints.

How is the adhesive pocket pleat construction beneficial for maintenance?

The adhesive secures pleats in a consistent pattern so each filter arrives with predictable performance and easier installation. Pleats that keep their shape are less prone to collapse or uneven wear, making replacement intervals more dependable and simplifying inspection during service.

• Adhesive bonds pleat pockets to prevent sagging or collapse.
• Consistent pleat spacing improves longevity and filtration consistency.
• Faster, easier inspections and installations for race crews and shops.

Will this WIX panel fit my application and how do I choose the right one?

WIX Racing panel filters are produced in common sizes and indexed part numbers for specific housings; select the part that matches your vehicle’s make and intake housing dimensions or consult WIX fitment guides. Measure the housing opening and check thickness to ensure the urethane gasket will compress correctly for a sealed installation.

• Verify part number against vehicle fitment charts or intake housing specs.
• Measure opening dimensions and thickness for correct compression range.
• Replace with the same panel shape and pleat count for predictable flow.

Who is this for: The WIX Racing Filters Air Filter Panel suits racers, performance tuners, and professional service shops that require a robust, low-restriction panel filter with dependable sealing. If you swap filters frequently, run high-airflow intakes, or need consistent, repeatable airflow characteristics under hard use, this WIX panel provides a practical balance of airflow, sealing, and serviceability without reengineering your intake system.