I see this topic coming up ever so often, so I decided to share with you how it all went when I got mine. Right on time before my first track day this upcoming Wednesday.

1. First, here is the K & N unit:


2. I then removed the airbox cover, OEM filter, and oiled up the edge of the elbow on the K&N as instructed:


3. A bit of a hassle, as the filter kept slipping in and out, but after about 5 minutes, it was in:


4. Another view, looks pretty good:


Driving impressions: Nothing noticable, although I do have a dyno day on March 24th, we'll see if there are any differences (I'd expect 1-2hp)

So, there you have it. For anyone wondering if they should get it or not, do it. It's a perfect fit, and more than likely, you won't need another filter as long as you own the car.

 

with out a doubt k&n makes high quality stuff, and youll never have to replace it...worth the $ if you ask me...

 

awesome! how did everything cost ya?

 

There is an increased induction noise (IMHO) but not a lot which is a good thing for some. I personally paid $90 something dollars but that included the Filtercharger cleaning kit + shipping.


[Modified by thk, 9:29 PM 3/10/2002]

 

do u run it w/ the lid off or on?

 

There's a bit of a noise difference, nothing too significant. I ordered from Martel Brothers, http://www.martelbros.com, for $65.

 

if possible could you snap a shot of the rear side of the filter in the car? on the stock filter there's a round rubber thing that seals up the back of the airbox

 

I too would like to see this, from previous pics it looks like it doesnt have one. Maybe a shot from the top would be better.

 

Sorry to get in on the conversation so late, but:
1. This filter fits a Type R with no modifications to the airbox?
2. You can run it with the airbox closed up like stock?

Thanks,

 

Yes, and yes.

 

Yes and yes.

 

LOL, I beat you!

 

Bah! So my RT sucks *** ...

 

there are pictures in the link in my sig of the rear of the box.

there is no rubber "seal" however, there is no opening that i can see that would allow hot air to get into the box.

not that such a tiny opening will really make that much of a difference

 

where did you order this filter?

 

does anyone know if any of the new K&N XStream filters fit our Integras?
http://www.knfilters.com/X-stream.htm

 

I don't see any that will work. You would need a filter with a mounting flange inside diameter between 3.0-3.5", a filter diameter <= 5.0" and a filter length of 7.5-8.0".

 

just wondering.....

why use K&N or other drop in filters??

why not a AEM CAI or some short ram intake??

is there really differences between stock filter and K&N except quility wise?

 

Noise issues. I don't mind having a car that sounds "sporty" but unless it's a dedicated race car or such ... I'm going to worry about long distance driving and overall noise.

The K&N will flow better than a stock paper filter and the K&N is probably the last air filter you're going to need to buy for your car since it's washable.


[Modified by thk, 12:08 PM 3/13/2002]

 

nice..very nice...

btw..anyone interested in my aem cai w/ bypass?..only one week new