K&N filter for 2003 C230 coupe

MNG · 06-30-2004, 12:50 PM

can anybody confirm a part # for the C230 coupe 1.8L engine...i have part # E-2011 from the K&N site...but i don't recall this #....thanks

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CitronC230K_03 · 06-30-2004, 12:51 PM

does the airfilter make that big of a difference?

MNG · 06-30-2004, 01:30 PM

i have to admit...i feel a diff in my car a 2.3L coupe

CitronC230K_03 · 06-30-2004, 01:58 PM

yeah i talked to someone at the OC meet on saturday who had a K&N filter and he noticed it too in his 2004 C230 SS. i may get one.

MNG · 06-30-2004, 02:08 PM

that is the first mod i do to all my cars...!!!! can't imagine driving without one

breastroker · 06-30-2004, 03:15 PM

Yes it is the E-2011. Cost from local Kragens was $79 with a three week wait. I said thans but no.

Performance Products has them for $54. I am waiting for their discount coupon before ordering one.

MNG · 06-30-2004, 08:09 PM

thanks for the info....breast stroker

pickupjason · 07-01-2004, 06:00 AM

Does the 2004.5 C230 K sedan have the same part number?
I got the K&N replacement airfilter for both my car, Mazda Protege5, and my wife's previous car, VW GTi 1.8T. The difference in turbo charged engine is definately greater, even it's an auto! So, I am assuming it will be a good thing to start the first mod..

Jason

CitronC230K_03 · 07-01-2004, 11:33 AM

i think i may get one if the difference is that noticable. is it more noticable with supercharged/turbo engines than naturally asperated?

fasteddie · 07-02-2004, 02:00 AM

I did not notice much difference with my 230 when I installed a K&N filter, but when I had my VR6 Jetta - it made a big, big difference. On my jetta the engine really came alive over 5500 rpm when I installed the K&N.

I think the impact might be much greater on naturally aspirated engines than Supercharged or Turbocharger engines.

My mother's old 760 Volvo (a Turbo engine) had plugged the filter nearly solid before we ever noticed anything. Even then, changing it did not seem didn't seem to make a huge difference in performance.

In the case of a Turbo engine - I think the Turbo just spins faster. In the case of a super charger - It’s positive displacement - I think it will suck through just about anything.

I would get the K&N anyway - it's more effective at trapping dirt than a paper unit.

I would be careful about the amount of oil used on the K&N on a Turbo or Super Charged engines!!!!

Ed

Zonoz · 07-02-2004, 12:52 PM

The Air Filter does jack ......unless you have a pulley, then it will give you 1-3 hp, and a slighty better sound

06-30-2004, 12:51 PM	#2
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06-30-2004, 01:58 PM	#4
CitronC230K_03 MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Diego, Ca Posts: 7,737 Drives: 2003 Citron Green C230KMT	yeah i talked to someone at the OC meet on saturday who had a K&N filter and he noticed it too in his 2004 C230 SS. i may get one. __________________ \|\|\|\|\|\| OEM Mods: Convex Mirrors, Illuminated DoorSills, SL E-Brake Pad, W211 Indicators, COMAND, AMG Sways, AeroWipers, Climatronic, Electronic Folding Mirrors, AMG Brakes, PTS (Full), 2004 armrest, UHI, Linguatronic, OEM FireExtinguisher, full 2005 exterior, IMS, MB Sirius, Argos Bluetooth Mods: 20mm Spacers, SilverMesh, 6000k Philips Ultinon, PIAA Ion Yellow Fogs Scheduled Mods: CLK Heated/Vented Ortho. Seats, AMG spoiler Last edited by CitronC230K_03; 06-30-2004 at 02:10 PM.

06-30-2004, 03:15 PM	#6
breastroker Super Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 724 Drives: 2003 C230 K , 2001 ML320	Yes it is the E-2011. Cost from local Kragens was $79 with a three week wait. I said thans but no. Performance Products has them for $54. I am waiting for their discount coupon before ordering one. __________________ Orion Blue 2003 Coupe, Oyster cloth, Bi-xenon, 2004.5 Sports Sedan Wheels, auto, Sunroof, C32 AMG brakes, AMG sway bars and Eiback springs, Euro Comand, MB phone and voice control, 2005 grill and tail lights 2000 S500 black with chrome 18 inch AMG rims. 1990 Bentley Turbo R w Azure chrome 17 inch rims

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CitronC230K_03 MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Diego, Ca Posts: 7,737 Drives: 2003 Citron Green C230KMT	i think i may get one if the difference is that noticable. is it more noticable with supercharged/turbo engines than naturally asperated? __________________ \|\|\|\|\|\| OEM Mods: Convex Mirrors, Illuminated DoorSills, SL E-Brake Pad, W211 Indicators, COMAND, AMG Sways, AeroWipers, Climatronic, Electronic Folding Mirrors, AMG Brakes, PTS (Full), 2004 armrest, UHI, Linguatronic, OEM FireExtinguisher, full 2005 exterior, IMS, MB Sirius, Argos Bluetooth Mods: 20mm Spacers, SilverMesh, 6000k Philips Ultinon, PIAA Ion Yellow Fogs Scheduled Mods: CLK Heated/Vented Ortho. Seats, AMG spoiler

07-02-2004, 12:52 PM	#11
Zonoz Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: McLean, VA Posts: 95 Drives: 2002 Black C230K	The Air Filter does jack ......unless you have a pulley, then it will give you 1-3 hp, and a slighty better sound __________________ 2002 Black C 2-DIRTY: ASP Pulley, Black MB Logo Plate, MB License Plate Frames, Clear Corners and Debadged Bump In The Trunk: Alpine HU CD-9827// Alpine 12" Type-E Sub SWE-1241// Alpine MRP-F240 Amp// Alpine MRP-T220 Amp// Alpine SPS-171A 6.5" Speakers// 20gb Ipod// and Alpine KCA- 420i (Ipod Converter) ...Thanks Komp Soon/ Plan: Tints, K&N Filter AMG Sways, H&R COs and 05 lights

06-30-2004, 01:30 PM	#3
MNG Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: toronto Posts: 377 Drives: Audi's, a whole bunch of them	i have to admit...i feel a diff in my car a 2.3L coupe

06-30-2004, 02:08 PM	#5
MNG Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: toronto Posts: 377 Drives: Audi's, a whole bunch of them	that is the first mod i do to all my cars...!!!! can't imagine driving without one

06-30-2004, 08:09 PM	#7
MNG Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: toronto Posts: 377 Drives: Audi's, a whole bunch of them	thanks for the info....breast stroker

07-01-2004, 06:00 AM	#8
pickupjason Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: CA Posts: 79 Drives: C230 K	Does the 2004.5 C230 K sedan have the same part number? I got the K&N replacement airfilter for both my car, Mazda Protege5, and my wife's previous car, VW GTi 1.8T. The difference in turbo charged engine is definately greater, even it's an auto! So, I am assuming it will be a good thing to start the first mod.. Jason

07-02-2004, 02:00 AM	#10
fasteddie Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Eastern Ontario Posts: 165 Drives: 2001 ML320 E, 2003 C230K Sport Sedan	I did not notice much difference with my 230 when I installed a K&N filter, but when I had my VR6 Jetta - it made a big, big difference. On my jetta the engine really came alive over 5500 rpm when I installed the K&N. I think the impact might be much greater on naturally aspirated engines than Supercharged or Turbocharger engines. My mother's old 760 Volvo (a Turbo engine) had plugged the filter nearly solid before we ever noticed anything. Even then, changing it did not seem didn't seem to make a huge difference in performance. In the case of a Turbo engine - I think the Turbo just spins faster. In the case of a super charger - It’s positive displacement - I think it will suck through just about anything. I would get the K&N anyway - it's more effective at trapping dirt than a paper unit. I would be careful about the amount of oil used on the K&N on a Turbo or Super Charged engines!!!! Ed

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