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Apexi vs K&N in Frankencar

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Old Jun 6, 2003 | 08:59 AM
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Apexi vs K&N in Frankencar

Despite everything I've heard about their customer service lately, I'm still thinking of ordering a Frankencar intake soon. I figure what the hell...why not order it now and maybe I'll have it by August.

Has anyone had the chance to see both the Apexi and the K&N filter perform? Is the difference purely sound or does it make a power difference as well? I like the idea of a filter without oil because of the MAF and because it's easier to maintain, but I'm not sure if it's worth the extra $60 or so compared to a K&N. Thanks for any input.
Old Jun 6, 2003 | 09:06 AM
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From the people that owned A'PEXi and the K&N, The A'PEXi got the best reviews. Higher HP and stuff like that. I'd buy the A'PEXi myself but I got the K&N now so I'll wait till it has to be recharged and then I'll buy the A'PEXi.
Old Jun 6, 2003 | 09:09 AM
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I have the Apexi and I am happy. I don't think I would wait 2 months for it though. I doubt there is any noticable differences. Go with the K&N and be done with it.
Old Jun 6, 2003 | 09:13 AM
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I've had both and I'm definately happier with the Apexi. There is a slight increase in hp. 3-4hp. I prefer the dry element as well.
Old Jun 6, 2003 | 11:29 AM
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Anyone have the monsterflow filter with the intake?
Old Jun 6, 2003 | 10:44 PM
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I did about 8-10 total runs with each filter.....My best times were with the KN on my Frankencar. But it was the KN filter I got with the Berk Tuning intake..
Old Jun 7, 2003 | 12:58 AM
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Go with the Apexi filter
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