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Old Mar 17, 2005 | 12:41 PM
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Which air filter would you people say is the better replacement for my 2000 A4, K&N or Fram air hog? Or does it even matter?
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I'd get a Blackwing or Stinger - but that is just my opinion.
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I use the K&N...having said that, doubt it matters with a stock replacement........

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Stick with a paper OEM for a stock filter.
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Unless your going to install an aftermarket filter system seems like just replacing the ACDelco is a very good alternative. I've had a K&N drop in, WIX and Delco, and honestly can't tell the difference. Have seen some recent articles on the forums that the ACDelco provides best airflow and protection.
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Originally Posted by StephenT
Stick with a paper OEM for a stock filter.


Filters better than K&N and such (been proven, search) You not going to get 10hp from a panel filter. Maybe 5 from a blackwing type, but is it worth the 300 smackers, you decide.
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K & N's are cheaper in the long run, but don't believe the hype. I'm sticking with A/C Delco.

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Thanks all, I appreciate the feedback!!
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Originally Posted by StephenT
Stick with a paper OEM for a stock filter.
agree 100%.......
unless your engine is highly modified, the only significant change you'll get with the oiled filters in more sand thru your engine. I went with the std. Fram CA3914
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stock paper filter w/ ZO6 lid
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I have a K&N, Z06 airbox that I drilled out even more, and a smooth air coupler. Having done all that, I wish I'd just gotten the Halltech Stinger. What I have isn't bad, but I bet for the $ or close to it I could have had the Stinger.
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Originally Posted by 66427-450
agree 100%.......
unless your engine is highly modified, the only significant change you'll get with the oiled filters in more sand thru your engine. I went with the std. Fram CA3914
SAND????!!!!!
Is this true? ....are oiled filters going to hurt my baby????????
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I use the Fram Airhog! Got about 40hp gain!!!
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Donaldson Blackwing.
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