Air Filters

[clintusaf]

So I've researched the topic of air filters on here and want your guys opinion. I have the Air Raid Quick fit system that came with the truck when i bought it. I have no clue about this filter and it's advantages/disadvantages except for the fact that it seems to need to be cleaned often(every other month or so). What do you guys recommend? here is a link for reference. Airaid - Product Search

 

[roger2003]

I don't have alot of experience with Airaid, but if you have to clean it every month that doesn't sound to cool unless you enjoy that. I am looking to go with Volant cold air intakes. I've heard that filtration and air delivery are high. That would be my choice.

 

[stroker21]

Is it dusty where you live? I could possibly see that some months here in West Texas where the sand blows so much but that sounds a little to much to be cleaning. A lot of the guys are going to tell you to get rid of it and go with the tymar type intake, less money and better filtration with just as much flow if not more.

 

[clintusaf]

its not really that dusty here. lots of bugs though. iv'e heard about the 6337 filter. i think thats the right #. what type of filter is this? anyone got a thread on a DIY tymar or a link to the real tymar?

 

[NevrKnow]

I love easy problems. They make my day.

TikiWiki : DIY Large conical style air filter

 

[clintusaf]

man, thats one of the best examples ive seen. that seems like it would be really easy too. thanks NevrKnow! would that filter flow more air than my Air Raid? hey, i noticed you are from Aiken, SC. if i remember right, thats not too far from St. matthews right? i grew up there.

 

[NevrKnow]

Actually its closer to Augusta GA. But this filter? 1 of the easiest mods I have ever done if not the easiest and I love it. Little more noise with the 6637 filter but like I have said before I use these same filters on MUCH more expensive equipment than our trucks so I trust them completely. And it's all of a 30 minute job.

Another thing to remember is MAX AIR FLOW CAPABILITY. What I mean by that is........your stock turbo can only handle SO MUCH inflow....if that makes sense. A filter that flows 9 gazillion CFM wont do much if your turbo or intake can handle only 565 CFM......capeche?

Hoped I helped in some small way.

 

[NevrKnow]

I forgot something. We also blow these things out ( from the inside) with an airhose. Gets you a little more time on them, And if your anal about filtration like I am just throw some hose over the filter or buy a prefilter cover.

 

[clintusaf]

cool. thanks for all the info. where can i get a prefilter cover?

 

[NevrKnow]

Welcome to Pete's 6637 Intake Cover Web Page

Im sure theres others but this is the one I know about.