I probably shouldn't have made a new thread for this but I realized (after searching through 5gen thread) that there are no specific brand of air filters to be bought. My air filter is so filthy that I cannot see sunlight through them. I want to replace these OEM filters but I am not sure which brand to replace them with. With some research, K&N air filters are known to be pretty good but it cost .... $45? Other air filters are no more than $20 ... So the question is ....

Is it worth buying the K&N air filter ($45) or just any air filter (<$20)? Thanks in advance!

 

Well, it's the difference between buying a new one every time you feel the need, or simply cleaning the K&N.

Personally, I would go with the K&N or another reusable oiled filter. Just don't over-oil it...

 

No. Talk to talkinghorse in the group deal thread. He sells Amsoil Ea filters, which are good for 100k, don't need oil, and filter like a champ. Fits like a damn glove and the construction is top-notch.

 

thanks for the info guys!

 

I was talking about air filters.

 

Sorry I edited it before you posted that.

 

Look in your Sunday paper. Usually the Pep Boys pullout has a $10 off coupon for K&N filters and the one by my had it in stock for our cars.

 

Since Black Friday is around the corner, you think I can get one for $20 doorbuster deal? I know we can get a $10 off giftcard for the first 50 customers

 

i buy a regular filter. They are so easy to replace and so cheap that i usually swap one out every 4th oil change or once a year.

 

Or you could get the AMSOIL one and never have to replace it again.

Just sayin'...

 

I think I will go with the AMSOIL air filters from talkinghorse. Already PMED him with the info so hopefully I can get it soon. Thanks for the info Metal Maxima!

 

NP, man. You will be VERY happy with this filter. I take it out every 3 months or so just to bang out any bugs or twigs, then just pop it right back in.

For about 2 years now.

Hard to argue with that.

 

Not to mention that the filtration with the Amsoil filter is almost matchless.

 

apexi

 

Don't you need the intake system for Apexi air filters? And these are almost twice the price of K&N filters $_$.

 

And I thought I was cheap. I would think there are bigger fish to fry on Black Friday.

 

Hah, we are known as "smart consumers"

 

Hey, hey the correct terminology is called "frugal" or "thrifty". Cheap would be getting one from the junkyard.

 

Since the talk is "filters", which oil filter is best? I've heard people knock Fram filters, I personally had a seam leak experience with a Purolator on my Maxima. Somebody else told me WIX are good. Of course there's Nissan's own brand. I've never heard of Amsoil. Is there a retailer who sells these?

 

This is a sticky in the fluids and lubricants forum......

http://forums.maxima.org/fluids-lubr...viscosity.html

 

It's obvious I'm a "newbie", right? Thanks for the link, I'll check it out on my next break (I'm @ work).

 

Just checked the sticky you suggested & discovered I've been using some crappy oil! Thanks for the help. I will not only change my oil but change my ways.

 

No problem.

Its ok to be a newbie because we were all there once (i personally am still there).....but the search function and reading the stickies in the different forums will save you from some serious flaming.

 

i always buy a throw away just cuz they r cheap and i dont really care about the 2 extra hp that a k&n will give u. i change them once a year usually right after summer cuz thats the hardest on ur car.

 

http://forums.maxima.org/group-deals...aler-cost.html

www.lubedealer.com/lonestarlubes

AMSOIL EaO filters are top-tier products. They're not cheap but the're clearly the best performing, longest lasting filters in the industry today. These filters are constructed with the most premium components and the filtering medium is a 100% synthetic material which provides nearly twice the efficiency of Mobil-1 filters @ 10 microns, tremendous capacity, and service intervals up to 25,000 miles or 1 year. With that said, these filters would be overkill if you use petroleum oil and drain it at traditional oil change intervals...a higher-end standard tier filter (WIX, NAPA Gold, Pure-One come immediately to mind) would be a more cost effective match if that's the case.

Pls send me a PM if I can help with the AMSOIL filter

 

The problem with K&N and other wet gauze filters is that they tend to achieve air flow at the expense of efficiency...and most people don't realize it, but dirt injested thru the air filter is a primary cause of engine wear. Some of our members have posted UOA findings after using wet gauze filters...contaminant levels in the oil were elevated. Those levels diminished after switching to an AMSOIL filter. Concerning efficiency, tests have shown that AMSOIL Ea air filters remove 5 times more dust than traditional cellulose filters and 50 times more dust than a typical wet gauze filter does. Capacity: AMSOIL filters also hold 15 times more dust than wet gauze-type filters do.

Wet gauze filters also require the purchase of expensive cleaning kits, and must be re-oiled. Too much (or not enough) oil on the filter will affect it's performance and could lead to driveability problems. So the money you save on a sale-priced filter will be overcome with cleaning/service kits resulting in a higher total life-cycle cost.

AMSOIL Ea filters use the same technolgy that the Army uses for tank engines operated in the desert...filters have to be efficient, they have to have high capacity, and they have to be easily cleaned. Tanks employ a mechanical device that enables the operator to shake the dirt/sand out of the air filters as needed. AMSOIL ea filters are dry-type and are easily cleaned with either a shop vac or low pressure compressed air. When cleaned according to AMSOIL specifications and used in normal service, AMSOIL Ea Air Filters are guaranteed for 100,000 miles or four years, whichever comes first. EaA Filters remain effective for 25,000 miles or one year before requiring cleaning. This coincides with typical service intervals, adding even more convenience for motorists by consolidating routine maintenance.

Let me know if I can help with with an AMSOIL filter...send me a PM with your state of residence and I will send you the total cost. I can save you ~25%. thx

 

Great info and thanks for sharing! I already PMED you about my order. Can't wait to get it!