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Old 08-06-09, 04:55 PM
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Just received my K&N air filter from ******************.com Their shipping was super fast, and it only took about 3 days, from the day I order to my door, and I got ground shipping, so nothing special..

Installation was a breeze, as many of you probably already know, but I will post an update on noticeable performance gains, sound, etc.
Also, it cost me less than $50 with shipping.

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2002 Lexus SC430 air filter

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Old 08-06-09, 04:58 PM
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Old 08-06-09, 10:23 PM
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well for what ever reason club lexus does not want me typing auto. parts. warehouse.
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How often should air filters be replaced?
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Originally Posted by mpx
How often should air filters be replaced?
Once a year on a normal filter but K&N you just wash out and keep using same as intakes.
Old 08-09-09, 05:26 PM
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aquanuke, can you post pics of front of your car, im thinking of doing a tint, would like to see how it looks, also, does it interfere with Nav ?, and what % did they use .Mine also is Black.
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Originally Posted by mpx
aquanuke, can you post pics of front of your car, im thinking of doing a tint, would like to see how it looks, also, does it interfere with Nav ?, and what % did they use .Mine also is Black.
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The windscreen is not tinted, although it looks dark does not effect visibility. When you say nav do you mean to look at nav screen or nav reception? either way no problem.

I cant remember what shade %. it was I think one down from darkest on back and 1/4 windows and then two shades lighter on front windows.
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You have a gorgeous car, I know you'll love that air filter, best $50 you'll ever spend!
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Car looks great, but, i dont think you can love an air filter
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Thanks Jace 91. I just ordered one today and looking forward to improved performance as noted in all the reviews.
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Originally Posted by JJsc430
Thanks Jace 91. I just ordered one today and looking forward to improved performance as noted in all the reviews.
maybe someone else can chime in here. but from what i've read, the performance isn't improved. some people say they think it feels faster. but all the dynos i've seen have shown no improvement for filters or intakes. but they do say it sounds better. so it's not a complete loss.
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If you "think" it's faster, than it is faster! And that's all that counts. Plus if you keep the car it will be cheaper in the long run than changing the filter whenever it has to be changed. Aquanuke, I agree with tromly you have a gorgeous vehicle, love the grill and the side vents, and the wheels aren't too bad either.
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I havent noticed any major difference, but I did need a new filter anyways, and the K&N is probably better for the engine in the long run.
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Originally Posted by aquanuke
Once a year on a normal filter but K&N you just wash out and keep using same as intakes.
Depends on your mileage. If you only do 5Kmiles/yr, inspect decide.


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