Drivability effects of the K&N Filter
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Drivability effects of the K&N Filter
I've read all the threads about the K&N filter, but still have one question.
When I popped a K&N filter into my Toyota Rav4, I noticed the car would coast less after I let my foot off the throttle. It took a bit getting used to and I didn't really like it.
Does the same thing happen with the K&N filter on the w203, c230k ? or other mercedes that you guys have noticed? Any info would be great.
When I popped a K&N filter into my Toyota Rav4, I noticed the car would coast less after I let my foot off the throttle. It took a bit getting used to and I didn't really like it.
Does the same thing happen with the K&N filter on the w203, c230k ? or other mercedes that you guys have noticed? Any info would be great.
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I recommend K&Ns for all our clients. It just helps the car breathe better and enhances our work. No drivabiity problems with any of the brands that we work on.
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The K&N breathe better... but let more dust into the engine.... so this is not so good.... a lot of people have a few problems w them... do a search
W modern engine management systems... it won't let more air in....
Racing vehicles, are just that.... dismantled and rebuilt after every races....
Go amsoil, I have been using one on the jeep for over 8 years.... or 80,000miles.... in mostly dusty environment.... still w the original engine....at 335,000miles
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W modern engine management systems... it won't let more air in....
Racing vehicles, are just that.... dismantled and rebuilt after every races....
Go amsoil, I have been using one on the jeep for over 8 years.... or 80,000miles.... in mostly dusty environment.... still w the original engine....at 335,000miles
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If the filter is properly maintained (cleaned and oiled as directed) there should not be any problem with dust. As far as performance- K&N and other comparable reusable performace filters are supposed to increase air intrake therefore increases hp and response. I have always used K&N (and TRD with my Toyota) and always noticed an increase in performace but a decrease in fuel economy. There are of course always trade offs. I however do not plan on putting one in my new C300
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I came to know of www.trueflow.com through a veggie site, saw their demo on youtube and was impressed. They use thick foam instead of a 1/16" (or so) paper or cloth that is normally used by other brands. Enormous differance in the ability to clean dusty air and a significant power increase.
Don't think they have anything specificly for Mercedes though, but people should get in contact with them so that they fix some cus they are that good!
Don't think they have anything specificly for Mercedes though, but people should get in contact with them so that they fix some cus they are that good!
