but... back to a question i asked a little earlier, is K&N really that much better than every other muffler out there? can you like feel a gain difference between k&n verse somethign else?

 

I think they answered that already... K&N filters are washable while regular ones are cotton and have to be thrown away. As far as horsepower, there are small gains from switching to a K&N as they are designed for greater airflow, and even more gains from switching to a conical filter (used in SRI and CAI setups) since you have more surface area on the filter = more air getting through and into the intake. Now if you're asking if K&N conical filters are better than the copies, I don't see much difference. The shape and materials seem the same, but I don't know how much engineering is required in making an air filter.

btw, you might want to edit that post, as I am sure you meant to ask about K&N intake filter. I am not aware of K&N making exhaust systems as of yet.

 

Don't forget that K&N has a 1,000,000 mile warranty on all their filters. I don't know of any knockoff brand filter that warranties their product.

 

urbanknight
I originally asked if I needed to buy a Injen filter, the K&N is someone else's idea for a replacement. I'm new to the aftermarket so I thought it had to be a Injen filter if I was going to replace it. Do you know the inlet for the filter? (2.5, 3.0) how do you check without measureing, and I threw out the box it came in. I really don't want to take off the bumber again until I'm ready to change/clean the filter it's like only 4 degrees outside and I don't have a garage. I need this info to purchace the new filter.

 

I would email or call INJEN and ask them. It looks like it's exactly the same as the AEM, which would be 2.75" in diameter.

info@injen.com
(909)839-0706

Just ask the dimensions of the replacement filter for the Mitsubishi Lancer intake. When you get those dimensions, go to the website I pointed out earlier in this thread and find your filter.

 

Sorry, my response was for IILANCERII02 on his question about what makes the K&N filter better. I should have clarified.

 

It's cool, Injen just e-mailed me the piping is 2.75".

 

Remember alot of companies design there own intakes but use a K&N element. Most aftermarket filters are washable....just use the K&N recharge kit..same-o same-o! Alot of poeple chose K&N because they have been around for a very long time, are reliable make excellent products and how many other companies back their filters with a million mile warranty? And how many other filters have been used in such wide diversities in racing such as K&N? Man I should just be there spokesperson !

 

The injen piping is 2.75 but you have to messure the maf sensor. Thats where the filter goes on at. It's probly like 4 inches!

 

Wow, way to bring a thread back from the dead. This thread was from back when I was an active member, single, and actually had mods on my Lancer!!!