K&N Air Filter

Phil303 · #1 3rd March 2015, 10:12 AM

Great, I think even I should be able to manage that. The sharp, pointy end of the screwdriver is the bit you hold, right?

AndyCaCa: I noticed your car open and possible S8 rummagings going on last Saturday morning on my way into the city. I very nearly pulled in to say hello but the look on MrsPhil's face when I mentioned it suggested otherwise.

Delboy · #2 3rd March 2015, 11:59 AM

If it is I wouldn't if I were you. They don't filter very well and also particles of oil get all over the maf screwing it up.

Far better sticking to paper filters IMO

Phil303 · #3 3rd March 2015, 01:49 PM

I have read thoughts on oiled filters. Some say don't use them, others say don't over oil them and you'll be fine.

There was even a link to k&n's site where they had posted results of the oil in their filter had how it (apparently) stayed in the cotton and didn't clog up the MAF.

I think it is an oiled filter - waiting for it to arrive.

andycaca · #4 3rd March 2015, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Phil303

Great, I think even I should be able to manage that. The sharp, pointy end of the screwdriver is the bit you hold, right?

AndyCaCa: I noticed your car open and possible S8 rummagings going on last Saturday morning on my way into the city. I very nearly pulled in to say hello but the look on MrsPhil's face when I mentioned it suggested otherwise.

i was fitting new door card clips and playing with an old head unit

Phil303 · #5 5th March 2015, 02:17 PM

Air filter changed successfully, thanks for the advice.

If you knew how adverse and generally ham-fisted I am with car maintenance and DIY, you'd appreciate how much of an accomplishment this is for me.

I reckon that's untapped an extra 200bhp.

Delboy · #6 5th March 2015, 02:28 PM

Good stuff, Any change to the induction sound?

When do you chaps fancy having that mini meet we talked about?

Phil303 · #7 5th March 2015, 03:43 PM

Not that I've noticed but then I haven't driven it yet. I'm doing a run up to Leeds tomorrow so it'll be interesting to see if it makes any discernible difference.

Meet:Anytime really.