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K&N oil filters
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:17 am
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:17 am
Are they really worth the extra money?
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Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:19 am to TigersHuskers
No. Stick with factory oil filters.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:23 am to Clames
Reasoning? I know several baws who swear by them and use them in their trucks.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:24 am to TigersHuskers
Oil filters, no
Air filters, yes
Air filters, yes
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:25 am to Finch
This......
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:25 am to TigersHuskers
I used one once because they were out of my filter size and it's all they had left. The socket adapter on the bottom doesn't work for me because of the clearance I have at the filter. It was a bitch getting it off.
I noticed no noticeable difference in my trucks performance.
I noticed no noticeable difference in my trucks performance.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:29 am to TigersHuskers
Gave me 85HP and after I added the wing it boosted me to 115 HP.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:29 am to TigersHuskers
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Reasoning?
Because they don't filter any better, at least not enough of a difference for any well maintained vehicle to care.
quote:
I know several baws who swear by them and use them in their trucks.
Lot of morons swear by things they really know nothing about.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:31 am to TigersHuskers
On newer vehicles I always purchase the OEM filters and use the recommended oil viscosity. These new engines were designed to run with this, and that why I use them.
On older equipment (especially tractors) I typically run Wix brand.
On older equipment (especially tractors) I typically run Wix brand.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:33 am to Finch
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Air filters, yes
I stay away from their filters too. If you want a "performance" air filter then look at S&B or several others that make dry media filters. Even then, unless you are running a power-adder or some serious engine work, a filter is only going to lighten your wallet.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:34 am to Clames
thanks
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:54 am to TigersHuskers
K&N oil fitlers are fine filters. But I don't think they are worth the premium over a Wix filter. If you need more info there is a forum called Bob is the oil guy that goes into more depth.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 11:56 am to dukke v
They only work if you put the sticker on your back window
Posted on 6/11/17 at 12:00 pm to PSU2LSU
Mobil 1 and K&N filters are the same. If the extra $5 gives you piece of mind then yes, they're worth it.
Wix or NAPA would be my go-to, all things being equal, but I use the OEM filters for my Tacoma. I don't pretend to second-guess engineers. I do use synthetic oil and IMO, all the top-shelf brands are equally good, separated by marketing.
Wix or NAPA would be my go-to, all things being equal, but I use the OEM filters for my Tacoma. I don't pretend to second-guess engineers. I do use synthetic oil and IMO, all the top-shelf brands are equally good, separated by marketing.
This post was edited on 6/11/17 at 12:02 pm
Posted on 6/11/17 at 12:02 pm to TechBullDawg
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Wix or NAPA would be my go-to,
Napa Gold oil fitlers are manufactured by Wix.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 12:04 pm to TigersHuskers
More partial to Callaghan Auto Parts. Sales reps are top notch.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 12:04 pm to dallastiger55
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They only work if you put the sticker on your back window
Posted on 6/11/17 at 12:11 pm to Clames
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Because they don't filter any better, at least not enough of a difference for any well maintained vehicle to care.
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Lot of morons swear by things they really know nothing about.
What credentials do you have that make you an expert on oil filters?
Posted on 6/11/17 at 12:13 pm to TigersHuskers
Will add 5-10hp which you will never notice. You will also forget to clean it and spray it.
Posted on 6/11/17 at 12:39 pm to Rize
You should have added a YETI sticker, it's good for another 20HP.
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