Originally posted by MaxBoosT
You should never blow dry a filter. Excess heat will shrink the cotton filter media. Don't use compressed air either, it will blow holes in the element...assuming you have a K&N style filter. Best way, let it dry naturally.
its made from cheese cloth, which in general is mostly used for cooking. i cant imagine why it wouldnt be able to stand the heat especially since the engine gives off more heat onto the filter on a short ram when the fans turn on.