Places to get Mk7 pollen filter?

[team_v]

Team_V: It is with more than a degree of trepidation that I (oh-so tentatively) disagree with a moderator. The last time I did somehing like this, it wasn't pretty - for me!

Without wishing to make another enemy of a moderator, here goes.... There are two reason why I have found Glen20 to be effective for this application.

1. First it doesn't have a cloying fragrance that lingers.
2. Secondly, it has an anti bacterial base which I assume deals with the cause of the musty smell (i.e. mould), rather than the "effect" (i.e. the smell).

But, I'm neither a chemist, nor am I an employee of Reckitt Benckiser (makers of Glen20), so I could be wrong!

No worries, I only moderate the events section.

I have had experience with Glen20 in my previous vehicle hence my comments that it doesn't work.
In the short term it masks the smell but it doesn't actually kill the mould/mildew that lives in the filter.

Having said that, maybe the humidity levels in brisbane allow it to grow back faster hence my lack of faith in glen20 being a longer term solution.

Fortunately i have a backround in biotechnology (some focus on plant science) so i can confirm that antibacterials do not actually kill mould as they are of a different kingdom (fungus)


For the cost of a new activated charcoal filter on ebay ($16 or so) it's just easier to buy a replacement.

[DV52]

Fortunately i have a backround in biotechnology (some focus on plant science) so i can confirm that antibacterials do not actually kill mould as they are of a different kingdom (fungus).

Team_v:I stand corrected! Thanks for the info. So, if could respectfully press you further, from the viewpoint of biotechnology practitioner for plant sciences, what kinda of commonly found chemical can be used to kill mould (something that doesn't eat metal, dissolve plastic, or generally nuke the guy driving)?

[soogs]

Unfortunately nothing does effectively. You know the mould you get on silicone caulking around shower screens? Well I've tried Domestos (containing bleach) and concentrated benzalkonium chloride (in toilet cleaners) which is what anti-mould shower screen sprays contain and still they persists. Google mould removal and you will get pages of useless remedies.

Replacement and ventilation would be the best bet.

[team_v]

Team_v:I stand corrected! Thanks for the info. So, if could respectfully press you further, from the viewpoint of biotechnology practitioner for plant sciences, what kinda of commonly found chemical can be used to kill mould (something that doesn't eat metal, dissolve plastic, or generally nuke the guy driving)?

Basically, anything to prevent moisture.
Heat is the best way (turning off air-con and allowing the system to warm up at a regular pace with warmer air flowing over the ducting will prevent condensation and moisture build up.

You could try fungicide sprays but they might cause other problems (smell, toxicity etc)
For the cost of $16 per year (at a minimum, can last longer) for an activated charcoal filter on ebay you need to ask if it is really necessary to try other options which are less effective

[DV52]

Basically, anything to prevent moisture.
Heat is the best way (turning off air-con and allowing the system to warm up at a regular pace with warmer air flowing over the ducting will prevent condensation and moisture build up.

You could try fungicide sprays but they might cause other problems (smell, toxicity etc)
For the cost of $16 per year (at a minimum, can last longer) for an activated charcoal filter on ebay you need to ask if it is really necessary to try other options which are less effective

Team_v: Yours is a delightfully consistent message - buy a new one! Sounds reasonable to me!

PS: I had another look at my (half empty) can of Glen20. Given your advice, the message on the can is a little devious. And I quote (using the same bolding as written on the can):

"Dettol Glen20 is fast, easy to use and effective at:
Killing the source of mould allergens and controlling the growth of mould and mildew on hard surfaces"

The words misleading and deceptive advertising come to mind!

[flagger]

Should watch The Checkout on ABC (catch up on iView). So many examples of shonky claims and deceptive practices.

[flagger]

Update: In the end, I got one from Austral VW up here in Brisbane for $36. Norris VW also quoted the same price.

[team_v]

Update: In the end, I got one from Austral VW up here in Brisbane for $36. Norris VW also quoted the same price.

Holy crapola!!!!!!!!!!!
They should be about $16 delivered on ebay for the activated charcoal version.

[flagger]

No dice for the mk7 filter on ebay Looked up a lot of codes, but no sellers yet

edit: actually, there are compatible filters, cheapest is US$40.50 delivered from what I can find

[wht90TSI]

Pull your filter out (2 minute job as you know) and get the part number off it then check ebay for the part number.

I tried a regular filter and an activated charcoal one.
The charcoal one would be my pick.

Cost about $12 + 3 postage, from memory the dealership prices are around $25 or $30

Hi Team_V,

Sorry for raising an old thread. I have googled until frustration set in, scoured several forums, and still can't work out how to get the pollen filter out. It can't be as hard as I'm making it!

I was wondering if you could help me workout how to get the pollen filter out of it's housing? I've located it behind the glove box, but I can't work out how to release the door. There are 3 clips holding it in place, although it seems that if I lever those down they will be damaged due to the stress... are you able to articulate how the pollen/cabin filter is removed? I've attached a photo of what I see after I lower the glove box.

Thanks in advance.