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WHAT CAN I EXPECT WHEN I INSTALL A K&N Air Filters

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by QUE BALL, Dec 9, 2011.

  1. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:22 AM
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    QUE BALL

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    I am just looking for others experience WHENI INSTALL A K&N DROP IN Air Filter USED ON V6 2011 TACOMA. If I hear buy something else then I will consider that option.

    Please let me know about warranty issues??

    Mileage improvements??

    Installation tips and suggestions???

    thanks
    QUE BALL
     
  2. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:23 AM
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    When i put mine in, the difference was very slight. 1-2 better mpgs.
     
  3. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:25 AM
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    x2 same thing with me, but it sounds pretty badass.
     
  4. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:25 AM
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    You talking about a drop in filter? From what I understand, don't expect anything. I didn't gain anything really. Only thing for me is I never have to buy another filter. Thats what I like.

    And won't hurt your warranty.
     
  5. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:26 AM
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    Have you experienced any dealership hassles about sensors and warranty??
    Thanks
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  6. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:29 AM
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    Nope, stuck that don't touch my filter sticker on the intake. And no issues at all. I only really have my truck inspected. But no hassel at all.
     
  7. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:30 AM
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    i got a weird code the first day i installed mine but after i drove my truck for a day it went away, it had something to do with the MAF sensor getting dirty, i think from the filter being new and having a oily residue. the dealer hasnt told me anything but i kept my old one because when i smog my truck im going to have to swap it back to stock.
     
  8. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:32 AM
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    repost!
     
  9. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:34 AM
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    If you are talking about the reusable and oil able K&N's,you can expect to eventually over oil it,resulting in a dirty MAF,and a check engine light.
     
  10. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:35 AM
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  11. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:36 AM
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    ur supposed to let it dry for like a whole day, thats why i bought another filter for when i have to clean one.
     
  12. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:39 AM
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    I just drop in my stock one when I clean mine if I have to go anywhere while drying.
     
  13. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:41 AM
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    Anyway, about all I got with mine was a slightly louder growl from the intake. With a stock setup it won't net you much gain at all. You'll get the advantage of not having to replace the filter, that's really about it. Check out the AFE Pro Dry drop in filter if you're worried about getting oil on the MAF.
     
  14. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:42 AM
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    I appreciate the suggestions.

    THANKS AGAIN
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  15. Dec 9, 2011 at 9:49 AM
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    +1
     
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    hahahahahahahahaha!!

    :rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:
     
  17. Dec 13, 2011 at 8:27 PM
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    OMG you mean my Tacoma will do what dat car is doing where do I obtain this K&N filter itemz...?

    :burnrubber:
     

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