I've used a K&N filter and a paper filter. I've never noticed any difference in power or engine sound (at least that I can readily detect). I have kind of settled back to using stock paper filters just because cleaning the K&N takes more time than throwing the old paper filter in the trash and taking the new one out of the box.
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1999 996 C2 - sold - bought back - sold for more
1997 Spec Boxster BSR #254
1979 911 SC
POC Licensed DE/TT Instructor
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