k&n Filter

[fab]

From my experience, I purchased a KN filter had it put in for about a day or two/ Then I started to search the post threads for KN filter. I didn't like what I was reading so the following day I took it off and replaced it with a original porsche part. Let me tell you I was able to sleep better at night. It's your call.....

[Brucelee]

More air flow, more dirt in the intake. If this is true, more dirt in the oil.

This dirt will actually show up in a used oil analysis. The recommendation when this happens? New oil filter.

To me, the K and N is an expensive gimmick.

To me!

[clb0099]

After speaking to "mnboxster" and reading everal posts.. i have opted not to use the k&n filter i bought on ebay in fact I am trying to sell it to the second highest bidder with little lost out of my pocket . Thanks for the advice.

[Topless]

K&N was developed here in SOCAL back in the 70's primarily for offroad racing. They have now expanded into nearly every performance motor application. They are good guys. I have used their filters on racing motors since they first started out. They have been tested many times and found to let in both more air and more grit. If a $50,000 purse hangs on the winning car, K&N is my first choice. Will you ever feel the difference on the street or running Auto-X? Nope.

Porsche motors are expensive. I expect long life from my street car motor so I would not consider using a K&N on my Boxter. Every owner should decide for themselves with their eyes wide open.

[Bavarian Motorist]

Originally Posted by Brucelee

More air flow, more dirt in the intake. If this is true, more dirt in the oil.

This dirt will actually show up in a used oil analysis. The recommendation when this happens? New oil filter.

To me, the K and N is an expensive gimmick.

To me!

I'll take your advice and just wait for a real intake for my car. I'm sure the difference is so minimal that it is negligible.