Recommended Air Filter Upgrade?
Recommended Air Filter Upgrade?
01-08-2011, 05:57 PM
#1
What is recommended? The HX35 inlet is 4" so I would like one with a 4" flange if possible. I thought about getting one from the Cummins series, but I think that may be too large. Thanks!
jonbobshinigin
01-08-2011, 05:57 PM #1Hey, I am looking to modify my 603 air cleaner system, I am going install my HX35 Turbo and I want to go ahead and install a larger filter. I am thinking that I will remove the current air filter box but keep the compartment to reduce taking in heat.
What is recommended? The HX35 inlet is 4" so I would like one with a 4" flange if possible. I thought about getting one from the Cummins series, but I think that may be too large. Thanks!
01-08-2011, 07:29 PM
#2
(01-08-2011, 05:57 PM)jonbobshinigin ...
What is recommended? ...
Keep it. You have a really good air cleaner with 630 CFMs. Making modifications or going aftermarket can possibly reduce your CFMs.
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Gota love Mercedes Diesels!
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DeliveryValve
01-08-2011, 07:29 PM #2(01-08-2011, 05:57 PM)jonbobshinigin ...
What is recommended? ...
Keep it. You have a really good air cleaner with 630 CFMs. Making modifications or going aftermarket can possibly reduce your CFMs.
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Gota love Mercedes Diesels!
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01-09-2011, 07:08 AM
#3
If you still choose to replace it, avoid all "performance" filters. Use only good paper ones.
ForcedInduction
01-09-2011, 07:08 AM
#3
Bingo.
If you still choose to replace it, avoid all "performance" filters. Use only good paper ones.
01-09-2011, 11:53 AM
#4
Ive had one on my 300sd since I got it, I also have one on my Volvo. B
There are a few nice paper clamp ons out there but good luck finding one that will fit under your hood. The cummins guys use a huge one.
-Jesse
80 300sd hy35, front mount intercooler, w115 intake, rack limiter removed, Alda removed, full load turned up, boost, ebp, trans, pyro, egr delete, 3.5" exhaust, e-fan, 16x8 rims with, 245/50 tires, lowered, bilstien 5100's, 12" front brakes, 2.65:1 diff.
97 f250 psd 4x4, crawler
70 f250 390
83 Volvo 242, lots of mods
66 Volvo amazon
10 mistsubishi fuso service truck.
I like and use the afe double guard filters. I have one on my diesel bronco that regularly sees fine dust and dirt and my intake and intercooler are spotless on the inside.
Ive had one on my 300sd since I got it, I also have one on my Volvo. B
There are a few nice paper clamp ons out there but good luck finding one that will fit under your hood. The cummins guys use a huge one.
-Jesse
80 300sd hy35, front mount intercooler, w115 intake, rack limiter removed, Alda removed, full load turned up, boost, ebp, trans, pyro, egr delete, 3.5" exhaust, e-fan, 16x8 rims with, 245/50 tires, lowered, bilstien 5100's, 12" front brakes, 2.65:1 diff.
97 f250 psd 4x4, crawler
70 f250 390
83 Volvo 242, lots of mods
66 Volvo amazon
10 mistsubishi fuso service truck.
01-09-2011, 08:08 PM
#5
(01-09-2011, 11:53 AM)dieselboy I like and use the afe double guard filters.Those are not good filters. Anything that is "cleanable" does not filter well.
ForcedInduction
01-09-2011, 08:08 PM
#5
(01-09-2011, 11:53 AM)dieselboy I like and use the afe double guard filters.Those are not good filters. Anything that is "cleanable" does not filter well.
01-09-2011, 11:04 PM
#6
-Jesse
80 300sd hy35, front mount intercooler, w115 intake, rack limiter removed, Alda removed, full load turned up, boost, ebp, trans, pyro, egr delete, 3.5" exhaust, e-fan, 16x8 rims with, 245/50 tires, lowered, bilstien 5100's, 12" front brakes, 2.65:1 diff.
97 f250 psd 4x4, crawler
70 f250 390
83 Volvo 242, lots of mods
66 Volvo amazon
10 mistsubishi fuso service truck.
Lol. Right to an extent. Ever been to Baja? What do most of the trucks with engines that cost 10x what your car cost run?
-Jesse
80 300sd hy35, front mount intercooler, w115 intake, rack limiter removed, Alda removed, full load turned up, boost, ebp, trans, pyro, egr delete, 3.5" exhaust, e-fan, 16x8 rims with, 245/50 tires, lowered, bilstien 5100's, 12" front brakes, 2.65:1 diff.
97 f250 psd 4x4, crawler
70 f250 390
83 Volvo 242, lots of mods
66 Volvo amazon
10 mistsubishi fuso service truck.
01-09-2011, 11:08 PM
#7
Stupid sarcasm only makes you look even more foolish. dieselboy is starting to look like a very appropriate name for you.
This post was last modified: 01-09-2011, 11:10 PM by ForcedInduction.
ForcedInduction
01-09-2011, 11:08 PM
#7
How many times do they run the Baja between engine rebuilds? How many of those engines get used more than 2k miles/year? How many of those engines operate reliably for 20+ years without major repairs?
Stupid sarcasm only makes you look even more foolish. dieselboy is starting to look like a very appropriate name for you.
01-10-2011, 01:12 AM
#8
-Jesse
80 300sd hy35, front mount intercooler, w115 intake, rack limiter removed, Alda removed, full load turned up, boost, ebp, trans, pyro, egr delete, 3.5" exhaust, e-fan, 16x8 rims with, 245/50 tires, lowered, bilstien 5100's, 12" front brakes, 2.65:1 diff.
97 f250 psd 4x4, crawler
70 f250 390
83 Volvo 242, lots of mods
66 Volvo amazon
10 mistsubishi fuso service truck.
Lol. Your reputation precedes you. I'm not going to argue.
-Jesse
80 300sd hy35, front mount intercooler, w115 intake, rack limiter removed, Alda removed, full load turned up, boost, ebp, trans, pyro, egr delete, 3.5" exhaust, e-fan, 16x8 rims with, 245/50 tires, lowered, bilstien 5100's, 12" front brakes, 2.65:1 diff.
97 f250 psd 4x4, crawler
70 f250 390
83 Volvo 242, lots of mods
66 Volvo amazon
10 mistsubishi fuso service truck.
01-10-2011, 01:26 AM
#9
(01-10-2011, 01:12 AM)dieselboy Your reputation precedes you.Yes, the reputation that I actually know what I'm talking about.
Quote:I'm not going to argue.The scurry along little boy, only adults are allowed to debate.
This post was last modified: 01-10-2011, 01:26 AM by ForcedInduction.
ForcedInduction
01-10-2011, 01:26 AM
#9
(01-10-2011, 01:12 AM)dieselboy Your reputation precedes you.Yes, the reputation that I actually know what I'm talking about.
Quote:I'm not going to argue.The scurry along little boy, only adults are allowed to debate.
01-10-2011, 08:37 AM
#10
<<The scurry along little boy, only adults are allowed to debate.>>
Why do you feel the need to act like this, FI, JJFF, OM617 or the other screennames you use due to getting banned from other forums? Don't you think you might want to not act that way & get things done productively?
Do you have any scientific data to back up your statement about paper vs. cleanable filters?
As to your knowledge in other areas, you are immensely helpful, but your childish like attitude is not needed.
In a really dusty environment, an oiled filter MAY catch more of the fine particulate that you would see in desert racing.
Again, PLEASE inform us with some form of scientific data so that we can LEARN. I believe that's what this forum is all about.
Ed
This post was last modified: 01-10-2011, 08:39 AM by yankneck696.
yankneck696
01-10-2011, 08:37 AM #10<<Stupid sarcasm only makes you look even more foolish. dieselboy is starting to look like a very appropriate name for you.>>
<<The scurry along little boy, only adults are allowed to debate.>>
Why do you feel the need to act like this, FI, JJFF, OM617 or the other screennames you use due to getting banned from other forums? Don't you think you might want to not act that way & get things done productively?
Do you have any scientific data to back up your statement about paper vs. cleanable filters?
As to your knowledge in other areas, you are immensely helpful, but your childish like attitude is not needed.
In a really dusty environment, an oiled filter MAY catch more of the fine particulate that you would see in desert racing.
Again, PLEASE inform us with some form of scientific data so that we can LEARN. I believe that's what this forum is all about.
Ed
01-10-2011, 12:21 PM
#11
(01-10-2011, 08:37 AM)yankneck696 Why do you feel the need to act like this, FI, JJFF, OM617 or the other screennames you use due to getting banned from other forums?Take it to OD.
Quote:Do you have any scientific data to back up your statement about paper vs. cleanable filters?Have you EVER attempted to make any comparison between the two?
Quote:In a really dusty environment, an oiled filter MAY catch more of the fine particulate that you would see in desert racing.Incorrect. Oiled filters by nature have very large pores. Unless the filter is extremely large for the engine (99.99% of the time people use one much too small) then the mass of the dirt simply blows straight through it. Who cares about fine dust when the pores allow large debris into the engine?
K&N took a screen door, hacked it up, covered it with gauze, coated it with oil and put it on the market as a "filter". Others wanted in on the extremely high profit margin so they copied the idea and continue to push it on gullible consumers.
Quote:PLEASE inform us with some form of scientific data so that we can LEARN.Since you're so unwilling to learn through your own efforts, let me provide you with these links that have been posted on every forum countless times.
http://www.billswebspace.com/AirFilterTest.htm
http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/airfilter/airtest1.htm
Stock paper air filter
$10
Lasts over 1 year with no maintenance needed in that time, can last several years if a restriction gauge is used
Filters very well
Is not a restriction to power
10 year cost= ~$100
K&N filter
$55
Requires a "recharge" oil kit, $15
Requires frequent cleaning
Becomes restricted very quickly
Filters very poorly
Doesn't actually increase performance, just noise
10 year cost= $85 (2 recharge kits)
Total savings over 10 years= $15.
So, what is K&N's advantage again? Nothing. There is no increase in power, a major decrease in filtering quality and a major increase in maintenance. Skip eating out for dinner once and you'll have saved more than you would after 10 years with a K&N.
This post was last modified: 01-10-2011, 12:24 PM by ForcedInduction.
ForcedInduction
01-10-2011, 12:21 PM
#11
(01-10-2011, 08:37 AM)yankneck696 Why do you feel the need to act like this, FI, JJFF, OM617 or the other screennames you use due to getting banned from other forums?Take it to OD.
Quote:Do you have any scientific data to back up your statement about paper vs. cleanable filters?Have you EVER attempted to make any comparison between the two?
Quote:In a really dusty environment, an oiled filter MAY catch more of the fine particulate that you would see in desert racing.Incorrect. Oiled filters by nature have very large pores. Unless the filter is extremely large for the engine (99.99% of the time people use one much too small) then the mass of the dirt simply blows straight through it. Who cares about fine dust when the pores allow large debris into the engine?
K&N took a screen door, hacked it up, covered it with gauze, coated it with oil and put it on the market as a "filter". Others wanted in on the extremely high profit margin so they copied the idea and continue to push it on gullible consumers.
Quote:PLEASE inform us with some form of scientific data so that we can LEARN.Since you're so unwilling to learn through your own efforts, let me provide you with these links that have been posted on every forum countless times.
http://www.billswebspace.com/AirFilterTest.htm
http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/airfilter/airtest1.htm
Stock paper air filter
$10
Lasts over 1 year with no maintenance needed in that time, can last several years if a restriction gauge is used
Filters very well
Is not a restriction to power
10 year cost= ~$100
K&N filter
$55
Requires a "recharge" oil kit, $15
Requires frequent cleaning
Becomes restricted very quickly
Filters very poorly
Doesn't actually increase performance, just noise
10 year cost= $85 (2 recharge kits)
Total savings over 10 years= $15.
So, what is K&N's advantage again? Nothing. There is no increase in power, a major decrease in filtering quality and a major increase in maintenance. Skip eating out for dinner once and you'll have saved more than you would after 10 years with a K&N.
01-10-2011, 12:52 PM
#12
I think a good paper filter with a fibre mat pre filter for the "big stuff" would be best bet.
1990 Power Ram 50 V6 SOHC 24V 6g72
I can be wrong, don't take everything I say as verbatim, please fact-check first.
My posts are my personal opinions and thoughts, unless otherwise noted.
Where does the 616's oil bath filter place? I'd think it's better filtration than a K&N, but more hassle than a pleted paper.
I think a good paper filter with a fibre mat pre filter for the "big stuff" would be best bet.
1990 Power Ram 50 V6 SOHC 24V 6g72
I can be wrong, don't take everything I say as verbatim, please fact-check first.
My posts are my personal opinions and thoughts, unless otherwise noted.
01-10-2011, 01:16 PM
#13
(01-10-2011, 12:52 PM)300D50 Where does the 616's oil bath filter place? I'd think it's better filtration than a K&N, but more hassle than a pleted paper.Oil bath filters are one of the best. Cellulose filters displaced them for cost and maintenance reduction.
Only problem is they have to be matched closely to your engine's airflow. Otherwise you get poor filtration and/or high oil consumption.
Quote:I think a good paper filter with a fibre mat pre filter for the "big stuff" would be best bet.Kind of like the foam filter covers sold for vacuums. They're nice, but I wouldn't bother except in really dirty environments.
![[Image: SV-01.jpg]](http://www.azpartsmaster.com/images/catalog/gshop/SV-01.jpg)
But if you're really worried about air quality, put the filter inside the cabin like professional racers.
![[Image: 131_1001_03_z+2008_baja_1000+engine.jpg]](http://image.4wheeloffroad.com/f/26177810+w750+st0/131_1001_03_z+2008_baja_1000+engine.jpg)
![[Image: 0907dp_03_z+dakar_rally_2009+2_5L_diesel_engine.jpg]](http://image.dieselpowermag.com/f/18910936+w750+st0/0907dp_03_z+dakar_rally_2009+2_5L_diesel_engine.jpg)
![[Image: engine560.jpg]](http://blogs.cars.com/photos/uncategorized/2008/11/21/engine560.jpg)
ForcedInduction
01-10-2011, 01:16 PM
#13
(01-10-2011, 12:52 PM)300D50 Where does the 616's oil bath filter place? I'd think it's better filtration than a K&N, but more hassle than a pleted paper.Oil bath filters are one of the best. Cellulose filters displaced them for cost and maintenance reduction.
Only problem is they have to be matched closely to your engine's airflow. Otherwise you get poor filtration and/or high oil consumption.
Quote:I think a good paper filter with a fibre mat pre filter for the "big stuff" would be best bet.Kind of like the foam filter covers sold for vacuums. They're nice, but I wouldn't bother except in really dirty environments.
But if you're really worried about air quality, put the filter inside the cabin like professional racers.
01-10-2011, 05:09 PM
#14
What would that mean?
I am glad that you posted those tests. Fine by me. That's all I was asking.
As for your snyde comments, I guess that just goes with the attitude that your latin saying states. I really think it's extremely inapropriate for a moderator of a fine forum to use a saying like that. Just plain vulgarity & it shows your disdain for others.
Ed
yankneck696
01-10-2011, 05:09 PM #14Take it to OD.
What would that mean?
I am glad that you posted those tests. Fine by me. That's all I was asking.
As for your snyde comments, I guess that just goes with the attitude that your latin saying states. I really think it's extremely inapropriate for a moderator of a fine forum to use a saying like that. Just plain vulgarity & it shows your disdain for others.
Ed
01-11-2011, 04:43 AM
#15
(01-11-2011, 02:15 AM)dieselboy Dude? Really? You are Effing crazy. Should I translate that for the others? And people say you are a mod? Wow.
Don't like it? Don't read it. Simple as that.
ForcedInduction
01-11-2011, 04:43 AM
#15
(01-11-2011, 02:15 AM)dieselboy Dude? Really? You are Effing crazy. Should I translate that for the others? And people say you are a mod? Wow.
Don't like it? Don't read it. Simple as that.
01-12-2011, 04:42 PM
#16
1982 300D Turbo ... 3,6xxlbs, No fan, No AC, Hood Stack, No ALDA, No rear bumper and stuffed front, A/W Intercooled, Injectors by Greezer and HUGE Pre-Chambers with help from OM616 & Simpler=Better, Fuel Cranked up, 60 Trim Compressor wheel, EGT, EMP, Boost 50" Rigid Radius bar on roof Aux tank for a total of 48 Gal Of Diesel! Odyssey PC-1750 Battery in trunk, 27"x8.5"/R14 Maxxis BigHorn Mud Terrains, In June '14 issue of Off Road Mag
AX15 Jeep Trans swap in progress....
Captain America
01-12-2011, 04:42 PM #16Oh baby It's getting hot in her!
1982 300D Turbo ... 3,6xxlbs, No fan, No AC, Hood Stack, No ALDA, No rear bumper and stuffed front, A/W Intercooled, Injectors by Greezer and HUGE Pre-Chambers with help from OM616 & Simpler=Better, Fuel Cranked up, 60 Trim Compressor wheel, EGT, EMP, Boost 50" Rigid Radius bar on roof Aux tank for a total of 48 Gal Of Diesel! Odyssey PC-1750 Battery in trunk, 27"x8.5"/R14 Maxxis BigHorn Mud Terrains, In June '14 issue of Off Road Mag
AX15 Jeep Trans swap in progress....
01-13-2011, 06:51 AM
#17
(01-12-2011, 04:42 PM)Captain America Oh baby It's getting hot in her!Not really. just fine in here -6celcius
OM605 600hp diesel drag car build with BMW E30 chassis
(01-12-2011, 04:42 PM)Captain America Oh baby It's getting hot in her!Not really. just fine in here -6celcius
OM605 600hp diesel drag car build with BMW E30 chassis
01-14-2011, 11:06 AM
#19
(01-14-2011, 12:14 AM)300D50 She's 98.6F last I knew.Not after I was done with her.
ForcedInduction
01-14-2011, 11:06 AM
#19
(01-14-2011, 12:14 AM)300D50 She's 98.6F last I knew.Not after I was done with her.
01-14-2011, 04:47 PM
#20
jonbobshinigin
01-14-2011, 04:47 PM #20Guys...we have wandered from an Air Filter thread to an Injection Pump thread. Let's stay on topic
01-15-2011, 07:31 AM
#21
" It is far easier to get forgiveness rather than permission"
Riverstick
01-15-2011, 07:31 AM #21Just read those two links posted in Forced's posting. Very informative. Has anyone actually fitted K&N's or other 'performance' air filters and how did they perform compared to the stock air filter?
" It is far easier to get forgiveness rather than permission"
01-15-2011, 07:39 AM
#22
(01-15-2011, 07:31 AM)Riverstick how did they perform compared to the stock air filter?
They don't. The engine doesn't care about the air filter, its power is limited by fuel. The only thing that really changes is the noise, which most people perceive as an increase in "performance".
ForcedInduction
01-15-2011, 07:39 AM
#22
(01-15-2011, 07:31 AM)Riverstick how did they perform compared to the stock air filter?
They don't. The engine doesn't care about the air filter, its power is limited by fuel. The only thing that really changes is the noise, which most people perceive as an increase in "performance".
01-15-2011, 04:32 PM
#23
But not if using bigger turbo
Clean air
![[Image: full]](http://jeemu.kuvat.fi/kuvat/BMW%20E21%20%28diesel%29/IMG_0352.JPG/full)
OM605 600hp diesel drag car build with BMW E30 chassis
If you use HX35. Original filter size maybe is good enough.
But not if using bigger turbo
Clean air
OM605 600hp diesel drag car build with BMW E30 chassis
01-15-2011, 07:14 PM
#24
1990 Power Ram 50 V6 SOHC 24V 6g72
I can be wrong, don't take everything I say as verbatim, please fact-check first.
My posts are my personal opinions and thoughts, unless otherwise noted.
01-16-2011, 09:20 AM
#25
ForcedInduction
01-16-2011, 09:20 AM
#25
Same place the 1985 California 300D's get it. Thats why there's a hole in the fender of all 85 models.
01-16-2011, 10:30 AM
#26
(01-10-2011, 01:16 PM)ForcedInduction Oil bath filters are one of the best. Cellulose filters displaced them for cost and maintenance reduction.The oil baths also suck air at certain angles.
I would consider getting a later model diesel fender with the shark gills. If I was getting my car painted this would aready be done.
This post was last modified: 01-16-2011, 10:32 AM by winmutt.
1987 300D Sturmmachine
1991 300D Nearly Perfect
1985 300D Weekend/Camping/Dog car
1974 L508D Motoroam Monarch "NightMare"
OBK #42
(01-10-2011, 01:16 PM)ForcedInduction Oil bath filters are one of the best. Cellulose filters displaced them for cost and maintenance reduction.The oil baths also suck air at certain angles.
I would consider getting a later model diesel fender with the shark gills. If I was getting my car painted this would aready be done.
1987 300D Sturmmachine
1991 300D Nearly Perfect
1985 300D Weekend/Camping/Dog car
1974 L508D Motoroam Monarch "NightMare"
OBK #42
01-16-2011, 05:23 PM
#27
1990 Power Ram 50 V6 SOHC 24V 6g72
I can be wrong, don't take everything I say as verbatim, please fact-check first.
My posts are my personal opinions and thoughts, unless otherwise noted.
Just never saw it done like that, I'd expect a higher amount of "road goo" getting sucked up from that location.
1990 Power Ram 50 V6 SOHC 24V 6g72
I can be wrong, don't take everything I say as verbatim, please fact-check first.
My posts are my personal opinions and thoughts, unless otherwise noted.
01-16-2011, 05:31 PM
#28
ForcedInduction
01-16-2011, 05:31 PM
#28
There is a factory well liner that prevents tire sling from getting pulled directly in.
01-16-2011, 07:00 PM
#29
(01-16-2011, 05:31 PM)ForcedInduction There is a factory well liner that prevents tire sling from getting pulled directly in.
Ah, makes sense now. I was looking at it as if it was my truck fender, and it was making me go
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1990 Power Ram 50 V6 SOHC 24V 6g72
I can be wrong, don't take everything I say as verbatim, please fact-check first.
My posts are my personal opinions and thoughts, unless otherwise noted.
(01-16-2011, 05:31 PM)ForcedInduction There is a factory well liner that prevents tire sling from getting pulled directly in.
Ah, makes sense now. I was looking at it as if it was my truck fender, and it was making me go
.
1990 Power Ram 50 V6 SOHC 24V 6g72
I can be wrong, don't take everything I say as verbatim, please fact-check first.
My posts are my personal opinions and thoughts, unless otherwise noted.
01-16-2011, 07:38 PM
#30
(01-16-2011, 05:31 PM)ForcedInduction There is a factory well liner that prevents tire sling from getting pulled directly in.
It does however get dirtier faster and you find more debris in the housing then the standard Federal style housing.
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Gota love Mercedes Diesels!
.
DeliveryValve
01-16-2011, 07:38 PM #30(01-16-2011, 05:31 PM)ForcedInduction There is a factory well liner that prevents tire sling from getting pulled directly in.
It does however get dirtier faster and you find more debris in the housing then the standard Federal style housing.
.
Gota love Mercedes Diesels!
.
01-17-2011, 05:08 AM
#31
Does HKS make their 'surgical gauze' filters with a smaller pore size than say K&N?
Curious, not trying to ? or annoy anyone here just wondering....
"Molly" Jan. '84 black/tan 300d 180k miles, two owner car
Silberpfeil
01-17-2011, 05:08 AM #31Comparisons of pore size anyone??
Does HKS make their 'surgical gauze' filters with a smaller pore size than say K&N?
Curious, not trying to ? or annoy anyone here just wondering....
"Molly" Jan. '84 black/tan 300d 180k miles, two owner car
01-17-2011, 06:50 AM
#32
ForcedInduction
01-17-2011, 06:50 AM
#32
Anything with gauze is just another "screen door" filter no matter how you look at it.
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