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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by CrsnHyns, Dec 15, 2016.

  1. Dec 15, 2016 at 12:23 PM
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    CrsnHyns

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    I went and got my free oil change at Toyota and they asked if I wanted to pay for a new air filter and a new cabin filter and I told them no. They were going to charge me $70 and I knew that I could get it done myself for half of that. I am not sure where to get a cabin filter from but is this a good air filter for the truck http://www.autozone.com/external-en...mance-air-filter/576195_0_20339?checkfit=true . It says it is able to be washed and cleaned. Is that worth it or should I just buy the basic filter for $20.
     
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  2. Dec 15, 2016 at 1:26 PM
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    You can give your cabin an extra 5-10hp with the K&N cabin air filter :)
     
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  3. Dec 15, 2016 at 1:34 PM
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    The K&N some people say lets in more fine particulates then paper. Actually I think its been proven to do that... But it will pay for itself with like 2 or 3 filter changes. Especially if you live in a dusty area. As for cabin filters, any brand will do. walmart sells them for about 14 bucks.
     
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  4. Dec 15, 2016 at 1:49 PM
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    I didn't even notice it said that it improved HP, I was just looking at the "reusable" feature. I was just wondering if it was worth the extra money since it says it only needs to be changed every 50,000 miles.
     
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  5. Dec 15, 2016 at 2:19 PM
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    Are you kidding? Cabin filters give the best gains for the money. :)
     
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    you will get mixed review on TW. some people, like myself, swear by only EOM products while others believe K&N provides better air flow and will last forever. I had a K&N on my old SUV and it worked fine although I probably over-cleaned it.

    honestly, it's personal preference.
     
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  7. Dec 15, 2016 at 2:30 PM
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    AFE Pro Dry is a good dry, washable, reusable filter without the oils that come on the K&N air filter. Oiled K&N's are notorious for ruining MAF sensors.
     
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    I live in a dusty area so I change mine when I change the oil. You can pick up a cabin air filter at any auto parts store--don't put a lot of thought into it--just get whichever one they have on-hand.
     
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  10. Dec 15, 2016 at 8:09 PM
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    Shit. This reminds me that I need to replace my engine air filter. Where's the best place to buy a case of them? I keep buying singles from the dealer...
     
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  11. Dec 16, 2016 at 3:07 PM
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    I just bought one from autozone for like $20. There possibly can't be that big of a difference between that and the dealer one (I hope not at least)..
     
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  12. Dec 16, 2016 at 3:15 PM
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    I use K&N for all my cars. I beleive that it has a better flow then the paper one, but not noticeable increase of power. I also have the cleaning kit.
     
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  13. Dec 16, 2016 at 3:17 PM
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    For air filters just use whatever's cheap and change them regularly.

    Unless you're boosted there's no difference in power. Even if you're boosted the difference is minimal.
     
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  14. Dec 16, 2016 at 3:37 PM
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    Pretty sure dealer has been charging me close to $30

    OEM air filters have more surface area than aftermarket. I live in a very dusty area, even winters are dusty at times. I threw my POS K&N in the trash - I could see daylight through the holes, and it was new.
     
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