Comptech Icebox Filter Alternative!
10-16-2003, 03:44 PM
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Comptech Icebox Filter Alternative!
Took some pics and got some info for you guys who wish to use a much nicer and easier to clean K&N filter than the Comptech foam P.O.S.... but that is just my .02... if your happy with your foam than keep it...
A couple of weeks ago, Steve, Brad and myself did some brainstorming under the thread "Supercharger Thoughts"..
I got my filter today and did the swap...
K&N part number KN RU-2590---$33.97
P.S. the K&N filter cleaning kit is only $8.97, compared to Comptechs $13.00 dollar cleaning kit... and You can recharge your filter atleast 3 times with (1) K&N kit compared to 1 time with the C/T cleaning kit..
I placed my order through AJusa.com, since they have free shipping, accept paypal and have decent prices....
Enjoy..hope I helped a few out...
Smitty
P.S. Don't worry about that useless plastic pin ontop of the foam filter.. it does NOT line up in the I/B nor does it serve a purpose.
A couple of weeks ago, Steve, Brad and myself did some brainstorming under the thread "Supercharger Thoughts"..
I got my filter today and did the swap...
K&N part number KN RU-2590---$33.97
P.S. the K&N filter cleaning kit is only $8.97, compared to Comptechs $13.00 dollar cleaning kit... and You can recharge your filter atleast 3 times with (1) K&N kit compared to 1 time with the C/T cleaning kit..
I placed my order through AJusa.com, since they have free shipping, accept paypal and have decent prices....
Enjoy..hope I helped a few out...
Smitty
P.S. Don't worry about that useless plastic pin ontop of the foam filter.. it does NOT line up in the I/B nor does it serve a purpose.
10-16-2003, 03:50 PM
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You know i was thinkin that there was probbaly a k&n that would fit, but didn't bother researchin the sizes. glad to see that someone took the time to.
i might just try that out cuz honestly i dont like the pos foam filter, i think that comptech could have done a better job ont eh filter. but they did say that the foam filter lasts longer but i dunno.
i might just try that out cuz honestly i dont like the pos foam filter, i think that comptech could have done a better job ont eh filter. but they did say that the foam filter lasts longer but i dunno.
10-16-2003, 03:59 PM
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Originally posted by ModAddict
How many miles are on the foam in the picture?
How many miles are on the foam in the picture?
10-16-2003, 04:07 PM
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Good work Smitty.
I had to cut off the plastic piece at the top of the filter anyway as it didn't line up so I couldn't close the lid.
When I next change my oil I will be getting that K&N filter.
I had to cut off the plastic piece at the top of the filter anyway as it didn't line up so I couldn't close the lid.
When I next change my oil I will be getting that K&N filter.
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10-16-2003, 04:11 PM
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Once again, you guys rock!
That's a big fatty ground in the picture to the left.
One picture has the ring retainer in the ice box, the other does not. Which way did you leave it?
That's a big fatty ground in the picture to the left.
One picture has the ring retainer in the ice box, the other does not. Which way did you leave it?
10-16-2003, 04:15 PM
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Originally posted by TopGum
One picture has the ring retainer in the ice box, the other does not. Which way did you leave it?
One picture has the ring retainer in the ice box, the other does not. Which way did you leave it?
10-16-2003, 04:18 PM
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Originally posted by TopGum
That's a big fatty ground in the picture to the left.
That's a big fatty ground in the picture to the left.
Here is the Hardass one...
10-16-2003, 04:22 PM
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Originally posted by duy
What size is the K&N filter?
What size is the K&N filter?
RU-2590 Round Tapered, OD 4.375 in./5.375 in., Flange L 0.625 in., Inside Flange 4 in., Centered, Rubber End, Filter Length 7 in.
10-16-2003, 04:34 PM
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Pick one... do alittle research and find the best price...
TYPE in on the PRODUCT SEARCH " RU-2590"
CLICK HERE for online STORES
TYPE in on the PRODUCT SEARCH " RU-2590"
CLICK HERE for online STORES
10-16-2003, 04:37 PM
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Originally posted by ModAddict
What are the before and after dyno's, and track times?
What are the before and after dyno's, and track times?
Hey Brad, did we ever find out how many CFM's the foam P.O.S. has?
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10-16-2003, 04:58 PM
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Originally posted by ModAddict
I quit thinking about it as soon as I ordered the K&N.
Next we have got to do something about the mad wheel hop,.... or you'll never see 12's.
I quit thinking about it as soon as I ordered the K&N.
Next we have got to do something about the mad wheel hop,.... or you'll never see 12's.
....Did we not agree with another person on this board that they had that job??... who was it?... find that slacker!!!!
10-16-2003, 05:05 PM
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Originally posted by Smitty
Did we not agree with another person on this board that they had that job??... who was it?... find that slacker!!!!
Did we not agree with another person on this board that they had that job??... who was it?... find that slacker!!!!
10-16-2003, 05:12 PM
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http://www.acura-cl.com/forums/showt...ight=Wheel+hop
PM them fellas, this mod is taking WAY too long!!
PM them fellas, this mod is taking WAY too long!!
10-16-2003, 05:18 PM
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Originally posted by Nex
Would the same filter model work in the Accord V6 Icebox?
Would the same filter model work in the Accord V6 Icebox?
...Is the ICEBOX the same part number for both cars?..
Let me see what I can find out for you.
Icebox Cold Air Intake (01-03 3.2CL)
$279.00
330-140
Icebox Cold Air Intake (98-02 Accord V6)
$279.00
330-140
Same part ##.... Yipeee
10-16-2003, 05:19 PM
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Originally posted by Smitty
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Did we not agree with another person on this board that they had that job??... who was it?... find that slacker!!!!
....Did we not agree with another person on this board that they had that job??... who was it?... find that slacker!!!!
You're right I am a Fargin' slacker! Has anyone seen the windo weld stuff anywhere? On the site that shows how to do it it says it's available in most parts stores but I haven't been able to find it. I know I know I haven't looked very hard either. I'm ready to do it. I just need a weekend where I have enought time for it to cure. I'm going to do just the motor mounts and see how that goes then I'll try the radius rod bushings. I'll see if I can locate the windo weld this weekend and hopefully I can do it next week. Don't know if I can put it in this weekend though as I have to go to 2 weddings. Double turds!!!
10-16-2003, 05:27 PM
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I was told by CT you can get several cleanings out of the UNIKit .. i just cleaned mine and I still have plenty left for more cleanings.. how much oil are you guys spraying the foam filter with??
Is the K&N alternative simply for easier time cleaning the filter? Or do you actually think you'll see something..
Is the K&N alternative simply for easier time cleaning the filter? Or do you actually think you'll see something..
10-16-2003, 05:31 PM
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Originally posted by TL_Type_S
I was told by CT you can get several cleanings out of the UNIKit .. i just cleaned mine and I still have plenty left for more cleanings.. how much oil are you guys spraying the foam filter with??
Is the K&N alternative simply for easier time cleaning the filter? Or do you actually think you'll see something..
I was told by CT you can get several cleanings out of the UNIKit .. i just cleaned mine and I still have plenty left for more cleanings.. how much oil are you guys spraying the foam filter with??
Is the K&N alternative simply for easier time cleaning the filter? Or do you actually think you'll see something..
10-16-2003, 05:40 PM
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Now we have an alternative.
That brings up another question for you hardcore gearheads.
Does anyone know what the airflow variances are coming in to the frontend.
Let's say just below the lower lip of the front airdam?
Just for drag race events I was wanting to toy with a cowl induction or ramair type set up.
This would be for those of us with iceboxes.
Ruf
10-16-2003, 05:42 PM
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RU-2590 Round Tapered, OD 4.375 in./5.375 in., Flange L 0.625 in., Inside Flange 4 in., Centered, Rubber End, Filter Length 7 in.
RU-2590 Round Tapered, OD 4.375 in./5.375 in., Flange L 0.625 in., Inside Flange 4 in., Centered, Rubber End, Filter Length 7 in.
Looks like the K&N is open inside vs the CT that is solid foam. Yes?
Ruf
10-16-2003, 05:46 PM
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Originally posted by RUF87
Now we have an alternative.
That brings up another question for you hardcore gearheads.
Does anyone know what the airflow variances are coming in to the frontend.
Let's say just below the lower lip of the front airdam?
Just for drag race events I was wanting to toy with a cowl induction or ramair type set up.
This would be for those of us with iceboxes.
Ruf
Now we have an alternative.
That brings up another question for you hardcore gearheads.
Does anyone know what the airflow variances are coming in to the frontend.
Let's say just below the lower lip of the front airdam?
Just for drag race events I was wanting to toy with a cowl induction or ramair type set up.
This would be for those of us with iceboxes.
Ruf
10-16-2003, 05:48 PM
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Originally posted by RUF87
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Just for drag race events I was wanting to toy with a cowl induction or ramair type set up.
This would be for those of us with iceboxes.
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Just for drag race events I was wanting to toy with a cowl induction or ramair type set up.
This would be for those of us with iceboxes.
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Originally posted by RUF87
Another question, this one a quicky.
Looks like the K&N is open inside vs the CT that is solid foam. Yes?
Ruf
Another question, this one a quicky.
Looks like the K&N is open inside vs the CT that is solid foam. Yes?
Ruf
10-16-2003, 05:57 PM
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Originally posted by Smitty
Take out your dumbie fog light bezel or driving light and you will have the RAM-air affect.
Take out your dumbie fog light bezel or driving light and you will have the RAM-air affect.
I'm thinking of droping the intake tube below the liner and putting a wide angle collar behind it.
I just don't know about the airflow below the airdam. It could have low points and have a negative effect at higher speeds.
Ruf
10-16-2003, 06:04 PM
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The C/T foam P.O.S. is on the left... the center of the foam is OPEN and the on the K&N it is a solid top...
The C/T foam P.O.S. is on the left... the center of the foam is OPEN and the on the K&N it is a solid top...
Humm, that helps add to my thought. For 1/4 mile events a lot of guys open up the airway completely. As long as the track isn't dirty or dusty conditions, you could mod the K&N by removing the solid piece thereby letting the air just rush in . . . a real ramair.
If there is any concern, you could put a very light weight mesh covering over it to keep out larger particles. :thinking:
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10-16-2003, 06:10 PM
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nah, alot of research and design goes into how the air flows in the filter and keeps it from forming a Vortex... so I trust the K&N design... as for the Foam P.O.S. I just was not happy with it..nor did I feel safe with it.... When they tell you to clean a filter every 3000 miles or every oil change, it makes me a tad bit nervous..
10-17-2003, 10:27 AM
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Originally posted by Smitty
nah, alot of research and design goes into how the air flows in the filter and keeps it from forming a Vortex... so I trust the K&N design... as for the Foam P.O.S. I just was not happy with it..nor did I feel safe with it.... When they tell you to clean a filter every 3000 miles or every oil change, it makes me a tad bit nervous..
nah, alot of research and design goes into how the air flows in the filter and keeps it from forming a Vortex... so I trust the K&N design... as for the Foam P.O.S. I just was not happy with it..nor did I feel safe with it.... When they tell you to clean a filter every 3000 miles or every oil change, it makes me a tad bit nervous..
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Damn, beat me to it.
I got mine in earlier this week but haven't got around to installing it; probably will tonight though.
One other thing I was looking at is finding a way to route air into the top to even out the how it is getting dirty. Maybe a new hood with a large scoop. :o
I got mine in earlier this week but haven't got around to installing it; probably will tonight though.
One other thing I was looking at is finding a way to route air into the top to even out the how it is getting dirty. Maybe a new hood with a large scoop. :o
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Originally posted by RUF87
Now we have an alternative.
That brings up another question for you hardcore gearheads.
Does anyone know what the airflow variances are coming in to the frontend.
Let's say just below the lower lip of the front airdam?
Just for drag race events I was wanting to toy with a cowl induction or ramair type set up.
This would be for those of us with iceboxes.
Ruf
Now we have an alternative.
That brings up another question for you hardcore gearheads.
Does anyone know what the airflow variances are coming in to the frontend.
Let's say just below the lower lip of the front airdam?
Just for drag race events I was wanting to toy with a cowl induction or ramair type set up.
This would be for those of us with iceboxes.
Ruf
what do you guys think? others have said to simply cut the black piece that is on the car, but wouldn't a shaped tube that directed air into the pipe be more beneficial? of course i wouldnt' recommend doing this in the winter time.