Difference was NIGHT and DAY!!!
Here is a FAQ form K&N:
20. How do I know when to clean the filter?
The general rule of thumb is that the filter needs to be cleaned when the dirt build up gets as thick as the wire mesh. The usual interval is 30,000 - 50,000 miles depending on driving conditions. We recommend that you check your filter about once a year in normal usage.
Just a little FYI..
20. How do I know when to clean the filter?
The general rule of thumb is that the filter needs to be cleaned when the dirt build up gets as thick as the wire mesh. The usual interval is 30,000 - 50,000 miles depending on driving conditions. We recommend that you check your filter about once a year in normal usage.
Just a little FYI..
Originally Posted by Floyds_racing
shoot me a pic Im shure I got one or can get one for you!
Originally Posted by RocketG35
The thing you need to clean is the intake tube...it is locked into intake with the four T25 Torx screws you see on the back of the Air Filter box. You'll see a wire module plugged into it. If you unclip the airbox and remove the z-tube, you can easily move the back of the airbox to see the MAF sitting behind a mesh screen. There is a nylon strap holding the MAF housing to the MAF wire plug...I didn't cut it so you can only pivot the housing around.
So...I actually removed the torx screws to release the housing, pulled the MAF out of the housing, and blasted the sensor and the wire plugs. Some say not to do it...but I was careful. I believe you can clean it fairly well without removing the housing and spraying it through the mesh/housing.
So...I actually removed the torx screws to release the housing, pulled the MAF out of the housing, and blasted the sensor and the wire plugs. Some say not to do it...but I was careful. I believe you can clean it fairly well without removing the housing and spraying it through the mesh/housing.
Why do I bother to DIY???
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Originally Posted by chobble19
i got the injen cold air system and it seems to only have 2 screws securing it? where'd u get the bit for em!? ill get some photos up 2morroraa
Originally Posted by chobble19
do u have the saem star screws securing ur maf in? im not sure if mine is is different or what b/c of the injen
gonna check out the local hardware shop to see if they have any of these "tamper resistant" torx 20 screwdrivers
EDIT: just got back and they only had the torx 20 bit! cost me 5 bucks!
EDIT: just got back and they only had the torx 20 bit! cost me 5 bucks!
Last edited by chobble19; Nov 27, 2006 at 12:57 PM.
Originally Posted by chobble19
gonna check out the local hardware shop to see if they have any of these "tamper resistant" torx 20 screwdrivers
EDIT: just got back and they only had the torx 20 bit! cost me 5 bucks!
EDIT: just got back and they only had the torx 20 bit! cost me 5 bucks!
Last edited by Floyds_racing; Nov 27, 2006 at 06:06 PM.
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You should clean your maf just as often as you clean your filter (IMO)
You should also use products that are MADE to clean the sensor with...
That electronic cleaner was meant for keyboards and computers(inside and out) the non-residue means whatever chemicals in it evaporate fast. This could possibly damage sensors like the MAF that uses its serfice to determain a lot of things. Quick evaporating-god-knows what chemicals used for fiberglass(circuit boards) and plastic; in my opinion; could possibly (yet again) damage your sensor.
Probably the reason your feeling power- (and I say probably so don't hold it against me if I'm wrong) is because the signal your MAF is sending back is telling your ECU that the air is cold and in exchange pouring more gas into cylinders, making your motor run lean, and eventually messin up your ride because the motor thinks its getting cold compressed air when your really sending in more heat(the enemy).
Just something to think about! You should stick with products that are made to do the job.
Not trying to pick on you, just trying to save you from heartache of messin up your ride.
You should also use products that are MADE to clean the sensor with...
That electronic cleaner was meant for keyboards and computers(inside and out) the non-residue means whatever chemicals in it evaporate fast. This could possibly damage sensors like the MAF that uses its serfice to determain a lot of things. Quick evaporating-god-knows what chemicals used for fiberglass(circuit boards) and plastic; in my opinion; could possibly (yet again) damage your sensor.
Probably the reason your feeling power- (and I say probably so don't hold it against me if I'm wrong) is because the signal your MAF is sending back is telling your ECU that the air is cold and in exchange pouring more gas into cylinders, making your motor run lean, and eventually messin up your ride because the motor thinks its getting cold compressed air when your really sending in more heat(the enemy).
Just something to think about! You should stick with products that are made to do the job.
Not trying to pick on you, just trying to save you from heartache of messin up your ride.
Originally Posted by s0nicstr1fe
You should clean your maf just as often as you clean your filter (IMO)
You should also use products that are MADE to clean the sensor with...
That electronic cleaner was meant for keyboards and computers(inside and out) the non-residue means whatever chemicals in it evaporate fast. This could possibly damage sensors like the MAF that uses its serfice to determain a lot of things. Quick evaporating-god-knows what chemicals used for fiberglass(circuit boards) and plastic; in my opinion; could possibly (yet again) damage your sensor.
Probably the reason your feeling power- (and I say probably so don't hold it against me if I'm wrong) is because the signal your MAF is sending back is telling your ECU that the air is cold and in exchange pouring more gas into cylinders, making your motor run lean, and eventually messin up your ride because the motor thinks its getting cold compressed air when your really sending in more heat(the enemy).
Just something to think about! You should stick with products that are made to do the job.
Not trying to pick on you, just trying to save you from heartache of messin up your ride.
You should also use products that are MADE to clean the sensor with...
That electronic cleaner was meant for keyboards and computers(inside and out) the non-residue means whatever chemicals in it evaporate fast. This could possibly damage sensors like the MAF that uses its serfice to determain a lot of things. Quick evaporating-god-knows what chemicals used for fiberglass(circuit boards) and plastic; in my opinion; could possibly (yet again) damage your sensor.
Probably the reason your feeling power- (and I say probably so don't hold it against me if I'm wrong) is because the signal your MAF is sending back is telling your ECU that the air is cold and in exchange pouring more gas into cylinders, making your motor run lean, and eventually messin up your ride because the motor thinks its getting cold compressed air when your really sending in more heat(the enemy).
Just something to think about! You should stick with products that are made to do the job.
Not trying to pick on you, just trying to save you from heartache of messin up your ride.
...................................like the CRC cleaner
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