This test is one reason I am looking for an apexi panel filter... does anyone know where to purchase one? The only venders I have found off google have been from the UK

 

I have a blitz LM and no issues. I have to dump pieces of leaves out of it lately b/c I have a varis duct.

 

Being an evo guy, we tend to go with AEM, or a K&N drop in filter. The K&N is just as good as good as the others. However, with an AEM, it has been proven that you produce greater peak boost, and hold it longer than with a K&N. But K&N is usually the way to go.

HKS filters let too much crap into the engine.

 

The part number: 70017-AN001
http://www.hks-power.co.jp/db/produc....aspx?N_ID=441

I had to go to the HKS japan website when I got mine. They don't market them in the states for the 350z.

 

i need to get a drop in filter i am wondering about getting the apexi drop in filter. i want to know how this comnpares ot the oem filter. and if there r any recomendations.

thnks in advance.

 

I'm pretty sure the HKS hybrid panel filter is the same Part# as the STI. I bought mine from http://shopresponse.com/hks_super_hy...an_subaru.html

I like it compared to the blitz but honestly, there's not much difference in these. I'm going to be going with a CAI soon.

 

google bobistheoilguy air filtration test;

The science behind filtration is not really science but just common sense

Filtration is inversely proportional to Flow; meaning if you want good filtration you won't have good flow and vice versa,

If you want the best compromise between filtration and flow stick to OEM nissan filters -> they were engineered for a reason.

If you don't care and would rather have a dirty engine over 1-2whp bump get whatever aftermarket filter you desire.

 

Way to bump a 4 year old thread

 

Very old!

I really think there is not a difference with drop in filters. I have K&N and notice no difference over stock. Placebo effect.

 

what is sad is that his join date is from 7 years ago, but only 853 total posts

 

Lol how is that sad? just because I don't go around every thread and say "Cool story bro", unlike some members with several thousand posts - I go on here for the DIY's and technical info, only contribute when I feel it enriches the thread constructively.

Your post is a good example of what the older members call "newbie flood"

A good saying is; if you have nothing good or constructive to say, don't say anything at all.

I've been a member on other forums for far longer than this one, with far less posts - cars are a big hobby of mine, and having owned multiple sports cars over the years it's only natural that I am a member of the community.

 

Not a bad idea to bump this thread. There are too many newbies asking for "best intake".
I had my K&N drop-ins for 11k miles in my 07 and my MAF today is as clean as it can be. Not very scientific but I hope this counts for something. Also this might be just in my head, but there is slightly more growl than the OEM filters.

 

350zSunshineFl
I concur with your last. I laugh at all the high post guys mocking the lurkers who come here to get DIY or equipment/part updates.

 

bumped again

The majority of the problems that come from K&N is not how they run from the box, but after someone cleans it and OVER oils it. The come lightly and perfectly oil from K&N. BITOG UOA have shown that K&N dont filter all that with elevated levels of...i forget excatly...but the data is there

On a side NOTE...I just received AFE dry flow drop ins and installed them. Everything just seems to run a little smoother.