Air filter upgrade

[hfajardoe]

Hi there,

I want to install in my C2 1999 996, a K&N air filter and a Schnell cold air intake inhaler http://www.vertexauto.com/ShowItem/197891%...%20Schnell.aspx

Could it damage the Air mass sensor? Also how many hp could I gain?

Any input would be appreciated,

Hector

[phillipj]

If you do search here you will find a lot of information and opinions on air filters. The K & N is fine as long as it's not over-oiled. Excess oil is what fouls the MAF. Best bet is to let it sit out overnight (or longer) on some newspaper and let the excess oil absorb in the paper before installing. The filter and cold air kit will not give you any HP gains. You will get a throatier sound though.

That being said if you want to go for the sound just get the cold air tube and stay with the stock paper filter. That way you will completely avoid any MAF issues.

Good luck!

Phillipj

Edited February 18, 2009 by phillipj

[hfajardoe]

If you do search here you will find a lot of information and opinions on air filters. The K & N is fine as long as it's not over-oiled. Excess oil is what fouls the MAF. Best bet is to let it sit out overnight (or longer) on some newspaper and let the excess oil absorb in the paper before installing. The filter and cold air kit will not give you any HP gains. You will get a throatier sound though.

That being said if you want to go for the sound just get the cold air tube and stay with the stock paper filter. That way you will completely avoid any MAF issues.

Good luck!

Phillipj

Thank you for your response. I will get only the air tube then. Thanks again.