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Old Jun 15, 2012 | 08:01 PM
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I just purchased a 2008 Z06, 6700 miles. I am interested in replacing the air filter element with a K&N kit #63-3060. I am told and have researched it enough that it is worth the money as it delivers HP to the rear wheels. My question is: Would I have to re-calibrate (reprogram) the ECU due to the severe change of air coming in freely as opposed to stock unit sucking air through a straw? And also, I have been warned that the oils used on the K&N filters (orange in color) may get sucked up through the intake and land on the MAS (Air Flow Sensor) and create a problem? If anyone can help me with this I would appreciate it. Thank you. FNunez.
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Old Jun 15, 2012 | 09:14 PM
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I don't think a filter change is going to require a program. Maybe if you were doing some other things too. Re: the oil on the maf. Just don't over oil it and you'll be fine.
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Old Jun 15, 2012 | 09:23 PM
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Thanks for the input, I didnt think that it would require a reprogram but better safe than sorry, I just thought some one in here has done the K&N box and may have pros and cons. Again, thanks. FNunez
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Old Jun 16, 2012 | 01:04 AM
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I've been running the K&N filter in my '01Z without any issues. Didn't need to reprogram the ECU and just use the minimum amount of oil.
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Old Jun 16, 2012 | 02:49 AM
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I bought my Z06 with one of those two-cone filters and kept triggering lean codes at low speed. Got rid of it and installed the stock airbox with a new k&n filter; no more codes and the car runs strong.
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