Pass on the HKS. It's a POS! And you forgot Amsoil.

 

Franken Intake all the way!!

You won't regret it......

 

Really? Why is it a POS?

 

it replaces the stock accordian resonator thingie and provides better looks, smoother airflow, and better sound.

-steve

 

In a recent test of the most popular aftermarket air filters, the HKS came in dead last in terms of filtration. It seems that the best filter element is paper (OEM, A'pexi) and the worst is non-oiled foam (HKS).

If you do a search, you can find a link to the test results. I believe they were posted in one of the "Frankencar" threads.

 

Ahh, thanks for the info, I was just about to use an HKS filter for my CAI install, but now I think I'm gonna either get a real K&N or the Apexi filter. Does that apply to all non-oiled filters, such as the Dragon filters? And what about those Monsterflow filters?

 

I would not use a non-oiled foam filter under any circumstances.

The MonsterFlow filter uses a "tackifier", which I suspect is their fancy-dancy name for "oil". So it's probably OK. But I'd suggest you stay away from it until it's been tested by an independent lab or an oil analysis has been conducted by Blackstone Labs on an engine with a MonsterFlow installed.

The A'pexi filter is excellent both in terms of air flow and filtering capability. But it's expensive to replace. As with any paper filter, the entire filter needs to be changed following each duty cycle. And the cheapest price I've seen for the replacement filters is $60.00.

K&N is always a good choice. It has about the best tradeoff between filtration and air flow. And it can be cleaned and re-used, of course. But I don't do that. For the price of a new filter and the peace of mind that comes with it, I purchase a new filter at the end of each duty cycle. K&N replacement filters run around $30.00 to $40.00 unless, of course, they have someone's name other than their own on the end cap.

 

The Berk Tuning intake is definately the best for your money. I got mine on ebay for $50! But I needed to make a bracket and put another cable tie around the intake to stop if from bouncing around. Also that black bracket that held the factory air box needed to be taken out. Did you have the same problems Maximam?

Jason

 

I bought mine new for $59. Yes I tied up the cold air intake to deliver some air to the filter. I also just left the black bracket for now. The mounting bracket came with it and holds it very secure.

Mark