Notices
Drivetrain Gearbox, Diffs & Driveshafts etc

Difference between an air filter and an induction kit?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 20, 2003 | 08:12 PM
  #31  
Molds's Avatar
Molds
Thread Starter
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 1,185
Likes: 0
From: Warwickshire, UK
Post

.
Reply
Old Apr 21, 2003 | 12:14 PM
  #32  
Molds's Avatar
Molds
Thread Starter
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 1,185
Likes: 0
From: Warwickshire, UK
Post

.
Reply
Old Apr 21, 2003 | 12:30 PM
  #33  
coulty's Avatar
coulty
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,210
Likes: 0
From: Scoobless :(
Post

I am picking up my MY95 WRX Sti import soon and was wondering the same question. I was going to put an ITG panel filter on, is this the best idea and is it worth taking that resonator out?
Reply
Old Apr 21, 2003 | 02:23 PM
  #34  
babber's Avatar
babber
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 4,370
Likes: 0
Wink

John,

Quick question. Would you recommend a K+N 57i for my setup mate ? Nothing has changed since the remap. I'd just like a little more noise

Phill
Reply
Old Apr 23, 2003 | 10:46 AM
  #35  
babber's Avatar
babber
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 4,370
Likes: 0
Wink

John,

But would you recommend me trying the K and N induction kit on my car, mods haven't really changed since you done the remap I just fancy some more noise now I not using the car for work

Phill
Reply
Old Jun 4, 2003 | 08:22 PM
  #36  
Molds's Avatar
Molds
Thread Starter
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 1,185
Likes: 0
From: Warwickshire, UK
Post

[numpty mode one]

Lets see if I am starting to get this straight. Summary so far: -

---
There is a resonator tucked away in the wing somewhere.

The resonator is connected to the airbox.

The airbox has a panel filter.
---
I could buy a replacement performance panel filter that goes in the existing airbox.

I could buy a replacement performance panel filter that goes in the existing airbox, and bypass the resonator.

If attempting the latter you may as well have an induction kit.
---
An induction kit cuts out the resonator. It replaces the exisitng airbox and panel filter with for example a Blitz cone filter only.

Going for an induction kit is not really worth it with my only other mods being a decat exhaust - unless it is simply to add a satisfying induction sound.

If you want slightly better breathing and are not fussed about the induction sound then you may as well just get a performance replacemnt panel filter eg ITG for the current air box.
---

[/numpty mode off]

Am I getting there?

Cheers for all the posters patience! Obviously this is of interest to people as there have been a fair number of views compared to posts

Matt

[Edited by Molds - 4/6/2003 8:24:31 PM]
Reply
Old Sep 4, 2003 | 02:29 PM
  #37  
john banks's Avatar
john banks
Scooby Regular
 
Joined: Nov 2000
Posts: 18,658
Likes: 1
From: 32 cylinders and many cats
Post

Sly fox, if you have a MY99/00 consider removing the HKS induction. I say this because in my experience of mapping with them on (limited because I try to get people to change them first) the differences in airflow readings are at least as marked as the APS CAK. You probably gain power and torque because things are much leaner and the ignition is more advanced. It also very likely is causing detonation at least some of the time IMHO because the MAF readings are artificially lowered even on a working MAF sensor.

Resonator removal has cause pitted compressor wheels and at least one complete failure from water ingress, even with a non-paper panel filter. In addition, some have observed dangerous MAF misreads when going through puddles.

IMHO the only safe induction kit I've come across for a MY99/00 without a remap and that is MAF friendly is the K&N 57i.

[Edited by john banks - 4/9/2003 2:32:12 PM]
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Pro-Line Motorsport
Car Parts For Sale
48
Jul 21, 2017 09:50 PM
speedrick
Subaru Parts
0
Sep 26, 2015 02:58 PM
shorty87
Other Marques
0
Sep 25, 2015 08:52 PM




All times are GMT +1. The time now is 02:28 AM.