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Which air filter replacement would you guys prefer?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by djesus2510, May 26, 2020.

  1. May 26, 2020 at 11:32 PM
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    djesus2510

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    im going to keep the stock air intake system, wondering if you guys could link me some air filter replacements?
     
  2. May 27, 2020 at 3:43 AM
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  3. May 27, 2020 at 3:45 AM
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    JNG

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  5. May 27, 2020 at 4:07 AM
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    looks very close to K&N
     
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  6. May 27, 2020 at 4:12 AM
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    Clearwater Bill

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    A few OE parts from fancy trucks
    Wix, Purolator, OEM, NAPA in no particular order.

    OEM sounds nice, but like oil filters, its subbed to the low bidder for some specified production run.

    Rock Auto, local parts stores web pages and Amazon can let you cross shop from the ease of your porch
     
  7. May 27, 2020 at 4:22 AM
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    I go OEM because I trust Toyota won't be bad and it might be better for a $40.000 investment.
     
  8. May 27, 2020 at 5:05 AM
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    Supertech cause I’m a cheap bastard and any paper filter will do.
     
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    I notice that https://greenfilter.com/ pimps their construction and air flow...but says nothing about air filtration capability. Dirt entering the engine is likely one of the biggest cause of engine wear.

    While the article is a few years old, it's still information. Take a look at this titled "Debunking the K&N Myth – Why OEM is Better" - https://bit.ly/2W1NbuV

    Ed
     
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  10. May 27, 2020 at 5:17 AM
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    Very interesting article, I’ve seen other reports with similar findings. The article claims however that there is no increase in performance with higher air flow yet no tests were performed on engine performance and Ive seen tests that do show Slight increases in performance with higher air flow. The slight increase is not worth a dirty engine IMHO.
     
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  12. May 27, 2020 at 6:44 AM
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    K&N (got K&N in all 5 vehicles) stock air box, K&N cabin air also.
     
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  13. May 27, 2020 at 6:54 AM
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    I watched the demo and I thought it was funny how much more air "greenfilter" pushes vs K&N. It is a manipulated demo board, i wish they did it with a brand new seal on the box...not something they sprayed on to reduce air flow...doesn't impress me...or anyone else that has commonsense!, I trust K&N
     
  14. May 27, 2020 at 8:08 AM
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    Hopefully K&N's marketing team supplied you with the new Taco flavor?

    images_0bd53277086c4c8d915a8e5c7127484304c5dde1.jpg
     
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    Hey that picture applies to a lot of group buys and “gotta buy this!” Posts on TW :D
     
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  16. May 27, 2020 at 8:52 AM
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    I switched to K&N years ago with a 4runner and always use them in my vehicles. Is it better than OEM? thats subjective I am sure, but, I have never had an issue with them, and they last longer than the OEM ones..
     
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    OEM or Napa gold.
     
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    To me a "high performance" air filter is an absurd risk to take for minimal at best gains.
     
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  19. May 27, 2020 at 9:42 AM
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    Napa Gold, made by Wix is my go-to paper filter.
    I live at 7000' and drive anywhere from 4000'-12000', so I need every little bit. I just got a Green Filter and it's different in a positive way.
     
  20. May 27, 2020 at 9:42 AM
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