Air Filter for the D

GreekboyD · 09-17-2012, 06:18 PM

$102 from the dealer for an OEM.

WTF?!

kbsilver · 09-17-2012, 07:31 PM

Inflated prices in Canada, eh?

According to one of my favorite mail order suppliers http://www.rmeuropean.com

It lists for $54 and they sell for $33 US.

NRG · 09-17-2012, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekboyD

$102 from the dealer for an OEM.

WTF?!

Get K&N from Mike or Terry. Lolz at dealer prices.

GreekboyD · 09-17-2012, 08:24 PM

Some people have said the K&N is not good for our Ds?

Thanks for the link kbsilver.

cssnms · 09-17-2012, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by GreekboyD

Some people have said the K&N is not good for our Ds?

Thanks for the link kbsilver.

Me no likey K&N, google Spicer drop-in filter test.

NRG · 09-17-2012, 08:44 PM

I use K&N in my D. The X5D filter is as thick as the brick and extremely restrictive. Not sure if the same in E90.

Pierre Louis · 09-17-2012, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by NRG

I use K&N in my D. The X5D filter is as thick as the brick and extremely restrictive. Not sure if the same in E90.

Here is some real data: http://home.roadrunner.com/~jbplock/ISO5011/SPICER.htm

PL

WreckerX5d · 09-17-2012, 11:16 PM

Autozone sells them for $39-42 I believe. They have to be a special order though.

NRG · 09-18-2012, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Pierre Louis

Quote:

Originally Posted by NRG

I use K&N in my D. The X5D filter is as thick as the brick and extremely restrictive. Not sure if the same in E90.

Here is some real data: http://home.roadrunner.com/~jbplock/ISO5011/SPICER.htm

PL

I've read that before, I'm aware. But the fact that my truck runs higher then stock boost settings with remap I'm aware as well. X5D stock filter is double layered paper+cotton ( sort of) I've tried blowing air through it with air gun vs K&N and results were obvious, K&N allows noticeably more air through. I'm not saying it's the best drop in out there simply flows better then stock X5Ds.

NRG · 09-18-2012, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by MonkUSMC

Autozone sells them for $39-42 I believe. They have to be a special order though.

That's where I got mine for the X. E90 you can also get from BMS.

Pierre Louis · 09-18-2012, 04:16 AM

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Originally Posted by NRG

I've read that before, I'm aware. But the fact that my truck runs higher then stock boost settings with remap I'm aware as well. X5D stock filter is double layered paper+cotton ( sort of) I've tried blowing air through it with air gun vs K&N and results were obvious, K&N allows noticeably more air through. I'm not saying it's the best drop in out there simply flows better then stock X5Ds.

No doubt. Just doesn't filter...

I have the same debate with the AC guy about pollen filters.

Engineering is all about compromise, but the data shows there is little compromise in stock filters and the extra flow is unnecessary.

PL

NRG · 09-18-2012, 08:39 AM

I guess it does not filter dirt as well as the stock. I usually clean and recharge it every 5-6k miles. And it's pretty it's very dirty at that time during the summer months.

Puerto Rican 335d · 09-18-2012, 09:52 AM

By my experience with K&N filter was that the oil ran thru the tubing and damaged the MAS FLOW sensor filament, wont use again instead AMSOIL filter but the cone filer is to long &" and we need one that can be no longer than 6"

GreekboyD · 01-13-2014, 10:19 PM

So how often should the air filter be replaced in our 335d vehicles?

FormerRotor · 01-15-2014, 09:55 PM

Every other oil change

Puerto Rican 335d · 01-16-2014, 06:18 AM

it says it in the manual check air filter and replace it!! after every oil change

FormerRotor · 01-16-2014, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Puerto Rican 335d

it says it in the manual check air filter and replace it!! after every oil change

Really? Good to know. The service interval doc states every other oil change for diesel and every third for petrol...intesting that there would be a conflict.

Greek, FYI, the filter I'm using that you asked about is the AEM 21-205DK (4"inlet x 5"element DryFlow). you will need some gas meting material or rubber to get the fitment just right on the MAF pipe. Heck, with your CN filter prices, I'd just order two so that you can change them out each time you go to clean one of them with no down time while you wait for it to dry.

Puerto Rican 335d · 01-16-2014, 07:20 AM

Rotor I will get my car back today after 7 day vacation at the stealership and I will look it up for you I might be wrong but I read something towards what you stated ok

Brad335d · 01-16-2014, 10:35 AM

NAPA carries or can order the MANN filters from Germany who is the BMW OEM Supplier.

Car Quest Auto Parts is part of World Pac and they too can get you all the German/European manufacturers for the OEM parts.

Hoooper · 01-16-2014, 04:19 PM

just replace it when its dirty...? If you live in a location where there is a lot of dirt/junk in the air you will need to replace it more often than someone who lives in an area where there is very little junk in the air. An arbitrary timeline like every oil change or two is good for dealers who do everything strictly on a timeline, but it doesnt really apply if you are capable of making the judgement on your own

BB_cuda · 01-25-2014, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Hoooper

just replace it when its dirty...? If you live in a location where there is a lot of dirt/junk in the air you will need to replace it more often than someone who lives in an area where there is very little junk in the air. An arbitrary timeline like every oil change or two is good for dealers who do everything strictly on a timeline, but it doesnt really apply if you are capable of making the judgement on your own

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335dwagon · 01-25-2014, 10:09 AM

I have had the K&N filter installed on my car for 30,000 kilometers with no issues.

09-17-2012, 06:18 PM	#1
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kbsilver Captain 143 Rep 631 Posts Drives: 340GT & '22 eDrive40 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: North Jersey iTrader: (0)	Inflated prices in Canada, eh? According to one of my favorite mail order suppliers http://www.rmeuropean.com It lists for $54 and they sell for $33 US.
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GreekboyD Brigadier General 416 Rep 3,051 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 335d Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto, ON, Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 335d [8.00]	Some people have said the K&N is not good for our Ds? Thanks for the link kbsilver.
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NRG Lieutenant Colonel 39 Rep 1,658 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 35d Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Montreal QC iTrader: (5)	I use K&N in my D. The X5D filter is as thick as the brick and extremely restrictive. Not sure if the same in E90. __________________ Retired: 2005 N52 E90 330i Sport 6AT Retired: 2007 N54 E92 335i Sport 6AT Current: 2012 M57 E70 X5 xDrive35D
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09-18-2012, 08:39 AM	#12
NRG Lieutenant Colonel 39 Rep 1,658 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 35d Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Montreal QC iTrader: (5)	I guess it does not filter dirt as well as the stock. I usually clean and recharge it every 5-6k miles. And it's pretty it's very dirty at that time during the summer months. __________________ Retired: 2005 N52 E90 330i Sport 6AT Retired: 2007 N54 E92 335i Sport 6AT Current: 2012 M57 E70 X5 xDrive35D
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Puerto Rican 335d Brigadier General 236 Rep 3,488 Posts Drives: Montego Blue 335d Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Puerto Rico(Dominican Republic 03/2017) iTrader: (0)	By my experience with K&N filter was that the oil ran thru the tubing and damaged the MAS FLOW sensor filament, wont use again instead AMSOIL filter but the cone filer is to long &" and we need one that can be no longer than 6" __________________ RENNtech Flash(Lenny Wu)/WAGNER IC Enkei Rajin 18"/Execuhitch Hitch/Koni FSD Soft Ride Bike Rack/Brava Synthetic Motor Oil(Made in Puerto Rico)/Meth(in the works)/CBU done w Andrew EGR Race Pipe (whoa! what an animal it is now)
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GreekboyD Brigadier General 416 Rep 3,051 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW 335d Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Toronto, ON, Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 335d [8.00]	So how often should the air filter be replaced in our 335d vehicles?
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FormerRotor Lieutenant Colonel 110 Rep 1,621 Posts Drives: 2011 335d, M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: MD iTrader: (5) Garage List 2011 BMW 335d [0.00]	Every other oil change
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Puerto Rican 335d Brigadier General 236 Rep 3,488 Posts Drives: Montego Blue 335d Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Puerto Rico(Dominican Republic 03/2017) iTrader: (0)	it says it in the manual check air filter and replace it!! after every oil change __________________ RENNtech Flash(Lenny Wu)/WAGNER IC Enkei Rajin 18"/Execuhitch Hitch/Koni FSD Soft Ride Bike Rack/Brava Synthetic Motor Oil(Made in Puerto Rico)/Meth(in the works)/CBU done w Andrew EGR Race Pipe (whoa! what an animal it is now)
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Puerto Rican 335d Brigadier General 236 Rep 3,488 Posts Drives: Montego Blue 335d Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Puerto Rico(Dominican Republic 03/2017) iTrader: (0)	Rotor I will get my car back today after 7 day vacation at the stealership and I will look it up for you I might be wrong but I read something towards what you stated ok __________________ RENNtech Flash(Lenny Wu)/WAGNER IC Enkei Rajin 18"/Execuhitch Hitch/Koni FSD Soft Ride Bike Rack/Brava Synthetic Motor Oil(Made in Puerto Rico)/Meth(in the works)/CBU done w Andrew EGR Race Pipe (whoa! what an animal it is now)
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Hoooper Colonel 213 Rep 2,210 Posts Drives: 335D Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Petaluma, CA iTrader: (0)	just replace it when its dirty...? If you live in a location where there is a lot of dirt/junk in the air you will need to replace it more often than someone who lives in an area where there is very little junk in the air. An arbitrary timeline like every oil change or two is good for dealers who do everything strictly on a timeline, but it doesnt really apply if you are capable of making the judgement on your own
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01-25-2014, 10:09 AM	#22
335dwagon Private First Class 22 Rep 136 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 335D wagon Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Filderstadt, Deutschland iTrader: (0)	I have had the K&N filter installed on my car for 30,000 kilometers with no issues. __________________
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