I tried and compared both Mann and K&N air filters and didn't see any improvement, it could have some but I didn't notice. I tried on both old engines (80K+ miles engine) and rebuilt engines. The only thing I don't like K&N is the cleaning and the time it takes to dry before reinstalling it. For ex. on a long trip, doing some off-roading, unpaved and dusty roads etc etc. if I have a Mann filter I'd just pop it in and that's it. On the other hand with the K&N filter I will need the cleaner, the oil, water from a hose and a couple hours drying time. In short for convenience I like Mann filter better. dan On Mon, Nov 16, 2020 at 6:46 AM Thomas Casal <thomas.casal@gmail.com> wrote: > Hello volks, > I searched my emails to see if this has already been discussed but hasn't > since the time i've been on the list so. What are the experts thoughts on > running a k&n air filter on these beasts? I've been running one for a > couple years. definitely feels like I gained a tiny bit of horse power but > are those couple extra horsies worth it? also noticed had to clean it was > before 50k miles must be the dirt roads I drive on during camping season. > thanks in advance. > |
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