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K&N Air Filter
Amazon has K&N Filters for $27 with free shipping.. I got it off SlickDeals.net, so it must be a good deal, I'm just wondering if it's a recommended upgrade for my TSX..
Does anyone else use K&N filters? Can you notice a difference in performance?
If you'd like to take advantage of this, just go to Amazon.com and search for "332276". You'll go right to the filter for the TSX..
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Does anyone else use K&N filters? Can you notice a difference in performance?
If you'd like to take advantage of this, just go to Amazon.com and search for "332276". You'll go right to the filter for the TSX..
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I have the K&N with the Icebox intake. Unfortunately for you I installed them both at the same time so I can't tell you whether I can feel any difference due to the K&N filter alone. But, with the Icebox and the K&N combo I can definitely feel an improvement.
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which filter are you talking about? for the CAI or a direct replacement for the stock intake? Does the Comptech Icebox use the same filter as the OEM intake?
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The Comptech Icebox comes with its own filter. The K&N OEM replacement filter will fit with the Icebox lid but I needed to add some automotive weatherstripping on the inside of the lid to get it to seal properly with the K&N filter installed. There is a thread on this if you search.
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I had the K&N and OEM air box for 2 years and noticed no performance or sound change for that matter.
About 3 months ago, I installed a Comptech Icebox and used the same K&N filter. I noticed a performance difference, but probably becuase I removed the resonator during the Comptech install.
About 3 months ago, I installed a Comptech Icebox and used the same K&N filter. I noticed a performance difference, but probably becuase I removed the resonator during the Comptech install.
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Originally Posted by gsclifton
I had the K&N and OEM air box for 2 years and noticed no performance or sound change for that matter.
About 3 months ago, I installed a Comptech Icebox and used the same K&N filter. I noticed a performance difference, but probably becuase I removed the resonator during the Comptech install.
About 3 months ago, I installed a Comptech Icebox and used the same K&N filter. I noticed a performance difference, but probably becuase I removed the resonator during the Comptech install.
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I've used K&N filters on other cars as a stand-alone mod, and never noticed any real performance gains, certainly not like K&N claims. Maybe a teeny bit of increased throttle response, but that's it. I think these filters work best in concert with other intake/exhaust mods, the final piece of the puzzle, so to speak.
Adding a CAI sounds like the way to go as far as intake mods are concerned.
Adding a CAI sounds like the way to go as far as intake mods are concerned.
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I had the dealer install one of these last service check. Most of all the engine seems to breath easier. There is not a whole lot of performance gain, but certainly one of the cheapest mods to add.
Also there is no noticeable throttle response maybe because the TSX has an electronic throttle control? I definitely felt more throttle response on my 99GSX than I do with the 05TSX.
Also there is no noticeable throttle response maybe because the TSX has an electronic throttle control? I definitely felt more throttle response on my 99GSX than I do with the 05TSX.
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Originally Posted by MikeZ
I had the dealer install one of these last service check. Most of all the engine seems to breath easier. There is not a whole lot of performance gain, but certainly one of the cheapest mods to add.
Also there is no noticeable throttle response maybe because the TSX has an electronic throttle control? I definitely felt more throttle response on my 99GSX than I do with the 05TSX.
Also there is no noticeable throttle response maybe because the TSX has an electronic throttle control? I definitely felt more throttle response on my 99GSX than I do with the 05TSX.
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What I'm wondering is if there's a way to take the resonator out of the loop without entirely removing it... For instance disconnecting the tube that runs between the resonator and airbox, would that be less invasive while still offering improved performance? The only reason I don't like idea of removing the resonator is that it seems like a pretty invasive deal (removing the bumper or the wheel well shield, both of which I've done on other cars always with the result being lost or broken clips or poor fitment afterward, or both). Would repositioning (removing or loosening the tube from the botton of the airbox) help with the throttle response without involving disturbing a whole lot else under the hood? If it were me I'd like to keep it as close to stock as possible while helping throttle response and maybe gaining a couple ponies.
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Originally Posted by spotch
What I'm wondering is if there's a way to take the resonator out of the loop without entirely removing it... For instance disconnecting the tube that runs between the resonator and airbox, would that be less invasive while still offering improved performance? The only reason I don't like idea of removing the resonator is that it seems like a pretty invasive deal (removing the bumper or the wheel well shield, both of which I've done on other cars always with the result being lost or broken clips or poor fitment afterward, or both). Would repositioning (removing or loosening the tube from the botton of the airbox) help with the throttle response without involving disturbing a whole lot else under the hood? If it were me I'd like to keep it as close to stock as possible while helping throttle response and maybe gaining a couple ponies.
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Originally Posted by HoRRo
It would help a bit, but that resonator takes up a huge amount of space and also blocks most (if not all) of the incoming air from the front. There is no issues with broken clips or poor firment when removing from wheel well. The clips are the push-clip types, sorta like thumb-tacks and then there's a couple screws for the underpanel. I didn't go the bumper route because I also worry about fitment when the bumper is removed/reinstalled. Trustme, just take out the resonator from the wheel well and let your TSX BREATHE!
It did take me about 20 minutes to wrestle the resonator out (I went through the wheel well) but its well worth it.
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I remember reading where people who didn't remove the front bumper ended up going through the foglight hole, but what about the 06 TSXs that have integrated foglights, would that complicate removing the resonator any?
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Originally Posted by spotch
I remember reading where people who didn't remove the front bumper ended up going through the foglight hole, but what about the 06 TSXs that have integrated foglights, would that complicate removing the resonator any?
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Originally Posted by spotch
I'm wondering if the standard foglights on the 06 tsx will make it necessary to take the bumper off to get to the dreaded bolt...
So I would not see removing the front bumper as a real obstacle. Also, if you have a service jack, you could lift the car off the ground and perhaps access the bolt from the bottom easier.
Originally Posted by jlukja
You can still reach the bolt going from under the bumper, but I think it would be harder to see what you're doing. I wonder how easy it would be to pull the fog lamp out for access.
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Originally Posted by gsclifton
The bumper is fairly easy to remove if it is like the 04/05 bumper. All you really need is about 20-30 mins (first time) and some common tools.
So I would not see removing the front bumper as a real obstacle. Also, if you have a service jack, you could lift the car off the ground and perhaps access the bolt from the bottom easier.
So I would not see removing the front bumper as a real obstacle. Also, if you have a service jack, you could lift the car off the ground and perhaps access the bolt from the bottom easier.
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Originally Posted by spotch
I'm wondering if the standard foglights on the 06 tsx will make it necessary to take the bumper off to get to the dreaded bolt...
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