Engine Air Filters

Hey yall new member here just got a 2017 TRD sport tacoma the other day and I know that one of the first things on YouTube and such that everyone should get is a new engine air filter. The most common being the TRD brand and of course K&N. Now I don’t want a new airbox because I like the stock design of them just the square filter itself. The main reason I want to get one of the two (TRD or K&N) is because they can be cleaned and reused unlike the stock one. Can anyone provide experience or facts on the matter on witch one is better.

 

I actually came across this yesterday, probably worth a look
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/cabin-and-engine-air-filter.777729/

 

If you drive dirt/dusty roads, stick to paper.
If only streets, trd or whatever fits.
Buy 2 and rotate them

 

I’d just use the paper filter OEM Toyota air filter only. What’s the big deal, only have to replace it every 30k miles or so

 

best bet!
No need to over engineer this one.
Add to that, the time to clean, dry, and lube doesn't save me any money, as my time is worth more than the filter.

 

I run K&N in my 3rd gen and did in my 2nd gen all without issue. The key is to lightly spray the filter with the oil after you clean it. I had a professional mechanic tell me that people overspray them with the oil and it will cause your engine to throw codes.

 

Just use this:


Available at Walmart $15. Don't use K&N, they let dirt in & are a pain in the butt to clean properly.

 

Get a high quality paper air filter from your local auto parts store.

I would highly recommend against an oiled filter unless you intend to wash it and re-oil it religiously every 45-60 days. Which nobody does.

It is also quite likely the oil you spray (which will be too much) on the filter can and will foul your Mass Air Flow sensor, and throttle body assembly, which is another reason to avoid oiled filters.

 

Understood. That’s a smart idea to keep two and swap

 

Good point it is a lot easier and quicker to unlatch the box and throw in a new one

 

Yeah I sure as hell don’t want to piss off any electronics or sensors as this is my first truck with the modern technology

 

How many miles/years you got using these?

 

Alrighty then well I’m glad I went to TW to come ask yall what yall do. Seems like it’s just a bunch hooey for someone to accidentally do something to their truck.

 

I'd change it every 20,000 miles depending on where you live & drive. I use OEM, think I've changed mine twice in 12 years. Wasn't even dirty.

 

might be better to read the manual instead of youtube for maintenance of your vehicle.....the paper filter works best and cheaper

 

Nothing wrong

Nothing wrong with "oil filters". Use common sense. We used to drive Soviet pos with oil bath filters in the desert. Car rusted 1st.

 

I’m running dry synthetic k&n, $50 never have to worry about buying an air filter again and don’t have to worry about over oiling.

 

I used to run the FRAM ones, but it bugged me seeing the orange sticking out the side of the intake box lol.

OEM isn't that much more, so I just pick one of those up when I go by the dealer now.

 

Purolator or Wix to protect your engine. K&N if you want better performance via more airflow, but increased performance is negligible to make it worth the extra particles being let in your engine.
Which Car Air Filter is Best? Let's find out! Fram, K&N, Wix, Purolator, & AC Delco showdown - YouTube

 

Take a look at the AFE pro s dry filter…….no oil issues and it’s washable