A little problem with my truck. (pics)

[89DANGERANGER]

yes, as long as you dont over-oil the filter.

but, sticking a cone filter on the end of your MAF inside the hot engine compartment isnt a "cold" air intake. the factory intake is a true cold air system...you arent going to get more power with a cone filter.

hmmm i just thought that i would be getting more air

 

[Wicked_Sludge]

common misconception. do a search, its been covered lots.

 

[89DANGERANGER]

so basically it wouldnt help any tiny bit? just a waste of money?

 

[Wicked_Sludge]

no, it will not help. if anything, youd be more likely to loose power by sucking in warm engine compartment air. in reality, you wont notice a bit of difference either way.

 

[89DANGERANGER]

ok then.

 

[Mutant Pony]

Speaking of filters, I also ordered a k&N panel filter. It will be in Monday. The cloth filter won't fall apart due to moisture. I wanted a different brand but, K&N was the only cloth filter I could get for this app.
Also, the price has come down conciderably since the last time I checked. $30 and change.

 

[Wicked_Sludge]

ive got a K&N panel filter in my truck. they hold up well against water ingestion

 

[Mutant Pony]

I'm hoping this filter will fit the frog. I changed the air box and I don't remember what it came out of. I can't stand bolt together air cleaners, just stupid!!
If not, It will just stay in this truck.

 

[Wicked_Sludge]

i agree and have thought about changing mine to one with spring clips...but with the K&N i just dont check the filter as often

 

[Mutant Pony]

But, that is even worse with a bolt together air cleaner. The more often you open it, the less likely the bolts are to seize. I use anti-seize on them.
Oh. don't over tighten them! Just snug is all they need!!!!

 

[Wicked_Sludge]

i usually spray them with penitrating oil everytime i have it apart. they are usually still wet with oil by the next time i open it.

but your right, nothing worse than when one of those damn blind nuts decides to start turning in the plastic housing