Is this the right K&N filter?
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Is this the right K&N filter?
I just received my K&N filter through the mail at work and I am wondering whether this is the right one. I am used to the flat style air filters. This one is cone shaped... is this right for my '05 c230 SS? I have only seen cone filters on open element style air filters....
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i think they're all CONE shaped....
up to 2002 C230 2.3L engines K&N filter part # K33332703
2002+ C230 1.8L engines K&N filter part # K33E2011 or K33_2193
2001+ C320 3.2L engines K&N filter part # K33332181
2001+ C240 2.6L engines K&N filter part # K33332181
2001+ C32 3.2L engines K&N filter part # K33332256
all run around $40-$50 each at various auto parts stores (+ tax) or internet web sites (+ tax &shipping).
2002+ C230 1.8L engines K&N filter part # K33E2011 or K33_2193
2001+ C320 3.2L engines K&N filter part # K33332181
2001+ C240 2.6L engines K&N filter part # K33332181
2001+ C32 3.2L engines K&N filter part # K33332256
all run around $40-$50 each at various auto parts stores (+ tax) or internet web sites (+ tax &shipping).
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from what I've heard, not much (if any) with a stock engine set up.
However, if you have increased HP gains via pulley kit or ECU upgrade coupled with a better out-flow exhaust system, then the air filter could give you a little added boost (not noticeable) but some (mostly a better performance feature). When I get my AMG exhaust put in, I will probably go for the K&N filter. All of this I've heard from my MB tuner shop, so I can't speak from personal experience. But these guys know what they're talking about.
However, if you have increased HP gains via pulley kit or ECU upgrade coupled with a better out-flow exhaust system, then the air filter could give you a little added boost (not noticeable) but some (mostly a better performance feature). When I get my AMG exhaust put in, I will probably go for the K&N filter. All of this I've heard from my MB tuner shop, so I can't speak from personal experience. But these guys know what they're talking about.
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Originally Posted by CitronC230K_03
thanks. i'll pass then. i have money to burn on other project!
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Here's a similar link on
K&N air filters:
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=80306
I've heard accounts where some people say their car has much better pick-up and revs a little easier and the engine as a whole is more responsive, and then others who say they notice absolutely NO improvement whatsoever.
I'm going to try a new K&N air filter when my AMG exhaust is installed later this week. I should probably wait and see how the exhaust does first,
and then see if I can notice anything with the K&N filter.
I'll probably won't be able to notice much individually... so I'll have my wife drive it now (without the AMG exhaust or filter) and then afterwards with both additions installed.
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K&N air filters:
https://mbworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=80306
I've heard accounts where some people say their car has much better pick-up and revs a little easier and the engine as a whole is more responsive, and then others who say they notice absolutely NO improvement whatsoever.
I'm going to try a new K&N air filter when my AMG exhaust is installed later this week. I should probably wait and see how the exhaust does first,
and then see if I can notice anything with the K&N filter.
I'll probably won't be able to notice much individually... so I'll have my wife drive it now (without the AMG exhaust or filter) and then afterwards with both additions installed.
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'05 C230 coupe
Originally Posted by Saprissa
2002+ C230 1.8L engines K&N filter part # K33E2011 or K33_2193
I thought all the 230s were kompressors? ('03+, anyway)what am I missing here?
:edit: pics for the lazy...
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