Well, in the same train of thought, there's not too much evidence that over - extended oil changes, 200km mi on spark plugs, unspecified oil usage or lesser quality gas cause the engine blow-up...
Yeah, but what's the evidence...
An air filter causing total engine failure? A bit of a stretch I'd say.
Heck, I remember running my cars for weeks without any air filter in them at all, with zero damage.
Maybe I just live in a clean air city or something, and it's not a big deal here. Who knows.
At the same time, maybe we're overthinking this whole air filter thing here.
Clean, replace, whatever.
Just make it part of your regular maintenance routine, and we'll all be fine.
Peace and happiness to all at this time of year. (drinks)
Have you thought of trying the JBR drop in filter? Had it on my mazda 3 and that was the first thing I did on the cx-5 as well. It won't add power but gives better throttle response. JBR filter is similar to the k&n one but without oil. The oem filter makes the car feel as if it has a stuffy nose, can breathe better after swapping filter.
So I really need to this question. Is there any data on blown engines due to OEM replacement aftermarket air filters? Like have there been car engines that have blown up because a K&N or AEM air filter lets in too much dirt than OEM filters?
The reason I ask is because I feel like there is too much concern placed on the filtration capabilities of the filters, whereas I'm more worried about blowing up my engine due to tuning or my trans going out, both of which don't involve oem replacement airbox filters. Am I missing something here?
I have K&N. Its only been 3months yes its cost saving in the long run not having to replace filter every year.
In terms of performance it was very hard to notice (for me) the gains or small change in exhaust note. you would have to go with CAI or SRAI to see 5hp gains and exhaust sound difference....
I however found the car to be a little peppy when using high octane 93. I think it boost hp because mazda skyactive engine has higher compression ratio.
The best investment would be to turbo the cx 5 like the cx9 or new mazda 6. 250bhp and 310Nm would be great. If only there was an option available.... sigh
No, but I've never claimed any performance gains either from using their drop in filters. Like I said previously, the main reason to get them is reusability and not having to buy filters every 20k miles or so.No, but is there any real data showing that the filter helps a darn thing? no. However, I do recall reading that one Porsche club racer would leakdown test his car after every 500 miles. The K&N produced some sad results, while the factory filters resulted in less leak-down than before the race, as things seated in and didn't get sand-blasted.
It was years ago, but it was part of why I pulled all my K&N's out.
Maybe you would ask yourself why OEM's don't use them?
You want something GOOD? Cosworth. When they make one for the CX5 airbox, it will be the best option, IMO
An air filter causing total engine failure? A bit of a stretch I'd say.
Heck, I remember running my cars for weeks without any air filter in them at all, with zero damage.
Maybe I just live in a clean air city or something, and it's not a big deal here. Who knows.
At the same time, maybe we're overthinking this whole air filter thing here.
Clean, replace, whatever.
Just make it part of your regular maintenance routine, and we'll all be fine.
Peace and happiness to all at this time of year. (drinks)
How do you know there was "zero damage"?
K & N Air Filter...I don't mind paying $54 for the filter, but is it worth it? What results has any members had with this filter upgrade?
No, but I've never claimed any performance gains either from using their drop in filters. Like I said previously, the main reason to get them is reusability and not having to buy filters every 20k miles or so.
OEMs most likely don't use them because it is cheaper to just use paper filters. It also keeps customers coming back to buy replacements every 20k miles or so. So it is tiny bit extra income for them.
What makes the Cosworth filters special? I don't think the CX-5 is sporty enough to have Cosworth even consider creating drop in filters for it.
They make filters for a ton of vehicles.
I hate cleaning and perfectly re-oiling, and de-oiling MAF wires, and...f that. You work too hard, lol
They make filters for a ton of vehicles.
I hate cleaning and perfectly re-oiling, and de-oiling MAF wires, and...f that. You work too hard, lol
So I really need to this question. Is there any data on blown engines due to OEM replacement aftermarket air filters? Like have there been car engines that have blown up because a K&N or AEM air filter lets in too much dirt than OEM filters?
The reason I ask is because I feel like there is too much concern placed on the filtration capabilities of the filters, whereas I'm more worried about blowing up my engine due to tuning or my trans going out, both of which don't involve oem replacement airbox filters. Am I missing something here?
I have K&N. Its only been 3months yes its cost saving in the long run not having to replace filter every year.
In terms of performance it was very hard to notice (for me) the gains or small change in exhaust note. you would have to go with CAI or SRAI to see 5hp gains and exhaust sound difference....
I however found the car to be a little peppy when using high octane 93. I think it boost hp because mazda skyactive engine has higher compression ratio.
The best investment would be to turbo the cx 5 like the cx9 or new mazda 6. 250bhp and 310Nm would be great. If only there was an option available.... sigh
What makes the Cosworth filters better than the K&N or even the AEM dryflow air filters? The AEM dryflow air filters don't need to be oiled. Just wash and dry.
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This question is not really aimed at you Unob, but for everyone, how much do you all pay for an OEM replacement air filter for your CX-5? And where are you buying them?