At 05:15 PM 6/4/98 -0400, you wrote:
>On Thu, 4 Jun 1998, Amanda wrote:
>>
>> FYI the paper filter cuts out most of the annoying
>> hissing with no real difference in performance.It's
>> gettong all the air it needs. I tried th k&n and took
>> it back.Personal preference, I guess.
>>
>> Tony
>>
>
>
> While its true that the paper element may allow enough air to
>pass, what concerns me is what else is it allowing to pass through?
>The K&N oiled gauze type filters have proven to be more effective at
>filtering particles than the paper type. Also, I wonder what would
>happen if water got on the paper filter? (I've never tried it so I
>have no idea what would happen, but with my open hood scoop, I feel
>more comfortable with the K&N in there.)
>
>
> -Jon-
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I agree that the K&N is a great filter, I've had many. But it really
increased
intake hissing. I think if that doesn't bother you,by all means, buy a K&N.
BTW, water destroys the paper filters.
Tony
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