K&N Filter question

mojoffdawal · 03-09-2005, 06:16 PM

I've looked into the filter kits and there's a regular air filter as well as a fuel injection perf. kit available. would you recommend i go with the regualr k&n filter (which seems to be the regular rectangular filter) or the whole performance kit (which seems to include a conical air filter?)? Would I notice a major difference or do they simply want more money?

Jeff Chambers · 03-09-2005, 06:44 PM

Look into a cold air intake (CAI) kit. They're a decent way to start upgrading your Mustang. There are cheaper CAI kits out there than the K&N. Not to push any sales, but I've used and sold the UPR CAI kits and like them alot. They're nicely crafted kits at reasonable prices.

mojoffdawal · 03-09-2005, 10:08 PM

Thanks for the suggestion, but is the cAI kit that UPR makes compatible with my 86 5.0 since it does not have MAF?

Jeff Chambers · 03-10-2005, 07:31 AM

Yes, UPR has a CAI for the 86 which is basically a throttle body to fenderwell setup, no MAF involved.

Maroon 5.0 LX · 03-10-2005, 07:35 AM

A K&N filter element alone will not show any performance or fuel milage gains.

Chevyguy · 03-15-2005, 04:54 PM

Running a K&N panel filter with the stock silencer removed will work just as good as any Cold air kit, and is much cheaper!!! Runining a paper filter without the silencer may get it too wet, this will not damage the K&N filter though.

Running a cone filter inside the engine compartment will actually reduce power.

mojoffdawal · 03-15-2005, 07:51 PM

Thanks for all these suggestions guys. Now the trouble is deciding whata to do. Does anyone have a site with results of either of these mods done to the stang?

03-09-2005, 06:16 PM	#1
mojoffdawal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10	K&N Filter question I've looked into the filter kits and there's a regular air filter as well as a fuel injection perf. kit available. would you recommend i go with the regualr k&n filter (which seems to be the regular rectangular filter) or the whole performance kit (which seems to include a conical air filter?)? Would I notice a major difference or do they simply want more money?

03-09-2005, 06:44 PM	#2
Jeff Chambers Moderator Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Milan, OH Posts: 2,699	Re: K&N Filter question Look into a cold air intake (CAI) kit. They're a decent way to start upgrading your Mustang. There are cheaper CAI kits out there than the K&N. Not to push any sales, but I've used and sold the UPR CAI kits and like them alot. They're nicely crafted kits at reasonable prices. __________________ Jeff Chambers 1990 Mustang GT 10.032 Seconds / 137.5 MPH 14-time Street Warrior World Record Setter CRT Performance 2001 Tropic Green Mustang GT - 12.181 / 113.2 MPH 2002 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 7.3l Power Stroke - 17.41@77.2 "There's nothing boring about a small block automatic shifting gears at 9400 rpm!"

03-09-2005, 10:08 PM	#3
mojoffdawal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10	Re: K&N Filter question Thanks for the suggestion, but is the cAI kit that UPR makes compatible with my 86 5.0 since it does not have MAF?

03-10-2005, 07:31 AM	#4
Jeff Chambers Moderator Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Milan, OH Posts: 2,699	Re: K&N Filter question Yes, UPR has a CAI for the 86 which is basically a throttle body to fenderwell setup, no MAF involved. __________________ Jeff Chambers 1990 Mustang GT 10.032 Seconds / 137.5 MPH 14-time Street Warrior World Record Setter CRT Performance 2001 Tropic Green Mustang GT - 12.181 / 113.2 MPH 2002 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 7.3l Power Stroke - 17.41@77.2 "There's nothing boring about a small block automatic shifting gears at 9400 rpm!"

03-10-2005, 07:35 AM	#5
Maroon 5.0 LX Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 471	Re: K&N Filter question A K&N filter element alone will not show any performance or fuel milage gains. __________________ '89 LX 5.0 - 5 speed. Original Owner '94 E-150 4.9 Hi-Top Conversion Van '06 Mustang V-6, 5 speed

03-15-2005, 04:54 PM	#6
Chevyguy Backyard Mechanic/Chemist Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Acton MA USA Posts: 435	Re: K&N Filter question Running a K&N panel filter with the stock silencer removed will work just as good as any Cold air kit, and is much cheaper!!! Runining a paper filter without the silencer may get it too wet, this will not damage the K&N filter though. Running a cone filter inside the engine compartment will actually reduce power. __________________ 2001 Crown Vic Maurader Airbox/MAF, DR chip Edel IAS shocks Single exhaust :wtf: 93 P-71 Vic interceptor Backup car now 90 5.0 LX Notch SOLD 74 Chevy Laguna type S-3 454 under construction Currently apart undergoing bodywork.

03-15-2005, 07:51 PM	#7
mojoffdawal Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10	Re: K&N Filter question Thanks for all these suggestions guys. Now the trouble is deciding whata to do. Does anyone have a site with results of either of these mods done to the stang? __________________ 1986 5.0 GT Mustang converible(oxford white) 5 speed manual floor mats from costco

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