Air Filters - Diesel Forum

JCDiesel89 · 03-19-2005, 01:26 PM

So how much do these K&N airfilters or other brand air filters help? Do they give you more power or whats the big difference? Thanks

BuilderBob · 03-19-2005, 07:56 PM

When I replaced my AF with the K&N, (removed the Soup Bowl also), I expected some improvement.
I could detect any some change in performance mileage. The mileage improved slightly, maybe 1 or 2 tenths of a mile per gallon, practically speaking, there was no change!!!

My advice, --- don't expect a thing, and there will be no disappointment

Good Luck
BB

BuilderBob · 03-19-2005, 07:58 PM

When I replaced my AF with the K&N, (removed the Soup Bowl also), I expected some improvement.
I could detect any some change in performance, but little, maybe it was the increase noise!
The mileage improved slightly, maybe 1 or 2 tenths of a mile per gallon, practically speaking, there was no change!!!

My advice, --- don't expect a thing, and there will be no disappointment

Good Luck
BB

perryg114 · 03-19-2005, 09:53 PM

What will change is the longevity of your engine as more dirt gets through that K&N.

Perry

OkieGringo · 03-20-2005, 12:00 PM

Perry, you've really gotta learn to say what is on yer mind [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif[/img]. I believe this article is to what Perry is referring. Click Here to view Air Filter Comparasion Test

I'm using a K/N in my turbo filter box and I noticed a difference in accelleration right away. But I'm just more 'sensitive' than most of you guys, I guess [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggrin.gif[/img]. I oil the crap out of mine (lubes the compressor turbine fins [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif[/img]). Even after cleaning mine I notice a difference, but then I am U.S. Gov't Certified 100% 'WACKO' [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shrug.gif[/img]. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smokin.gif[/img]BajaGringo

sojerguy · 03-21-2005, 09:31 PM

Sounds like the AC/Delco filter is about the best out there!

aceohearts · 03-22-2005, 12:38 AM

I read it too. The AC/Delco sounds like it has the best filtering, but it also has the highest restriction. Sounds like you have to decide what balance you want between engine life and performance, just like with most other mods....