Drop-in Air Filter Dyno Test - K&N vs Helene vs Stock

BES335xi · 04-06-2008, 07:22 PM

Yeah i would love to see how bmc does,i ordered 1 few days ago, i should get it on the 11th, btw dam i never knew that shit comes from bologna Italy.

e90AW335i · 04-06-2008, 07:56 PM

Good testing!

jcarlucci1 · 04-06-2008, 08:32 PM

how about throwing the BMS intake in there next time?

e90AW335i · 04-06-2008, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jcarlucci1

how about throwing the BMS intake in there next time?

+1, with that type of setup I am sure you would see huge gains....

On another note, on that setup you would see gain with the scoops as well....

BattleWagon · 04-06-2008, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by jcarlucci1

how about throwing the BMS intake in there next time?

Only "Made In The USA" aftermaket filters are allowed (

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Mr. 5 · 04-06-2008, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by e90AW335i

On another note, on that setup you would see gain with the scoops as well....

The scoops can be used with any filter.
I'm using the scoops with my streamline.

e90AW335i · 04-06-2008, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. 5

The scoops can be used with any filter.
I'm using the scoops with my streamline.

I meant with any filter, not just the BMS filter kit...

I was trying to say that with that dyno setup you would see gains with the scoops since it has lots of air flowing through....

e90AW335i · 04-06-2008, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by BattleWagon

Only "Made In The USA" aftermaket filters are allowed (

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K&N drop-in was tested wasn't it? BMS filter kit is a custom made K&N....

jcarlucci1 · 04-06-2008, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by BattleWagon

Only "Made In The USA" aftermaket filters are allowed (

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Not only is it made in the US because its a K&N, I couldn't care less where its made as long as it performs well

ChaneRZ · 04-06-2008, 10:16 PM

i love my k&n.

Orb · 04-06-2008, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ChaneRZ

i love my k&n.

I'm not lovin it. I am giving my almost new K&N away or its going in the garbage. The garbage is looking to be the least amount of effort.

Orb

e90AW335i · 04-06-2008, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Orb

I'm not lovin it. I am giving my almost new K&N away or its going in the garbage. The garbage is looking to be least amount of effort.

Orb

bdkevoIX · 04-06-2008, 11:10 PM

Was there a reason why the pull was done in 3rd gear?

Was the load closer to 1:1 in 3rd than in 4th?

Scott B · 04-07-2008, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by bdkevoIX

Was there a reason why the pull was done in 3rd gear?

Was the load closer to 1:1 in 3rd than in 4th?

Good question. My car is a 6AT, and with this load-bearing dyno doing repeated pulls in 4th gear causes the car to overheat (it did this bone stock) even though it has an oil cooler. It would probably be fine on a Dynojet, but on the Mustang it's just too much.

Scott B · 04-07-2008, 05:32 PM

The BMC air filter is in the mail on its way to us now. We'll perform another round of testing once it arrives.

If Terry wants to come by and test his BMS air filter during this session, he's more than welcome to do so.

I'd also be willing to test the ITG filter if they want to send us one for this use.

Sparky66 · 04-08-2008, 03:51 AM

This will be the most comprehensive N54 drop-in filter comparo test to date.
Hope someone can front up with an ITG filter also.
Well Done !!!

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Kelvin1000 · 04-11-2008, 12:09 PM

Agreed, I think that you notice a bigger difference when the car has more HP/TQ because of the Piggybacks / Dinan upgrades.

Looks like a winner!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparky66

This will be the most comprehensive N54 drop-in filter comparo test to date.
Hope someone can front up with an ITG filter also.
Well Done !!!

Agreed, I think that you notice a bigger difference when the car has more HP/TQ because of the Piggybacks / Dinan upgrades.

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owwo · 04-15-2008, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Scott B

The BMC air filter is in the mail on its way to us now. We'll perform another round of testing once it arrives.

If Terry wants to come by and test his BMS air filter during this session, he's more than welcome to do so.

I'd also be willing to test the ITG filter if they want to send us one for this use.

I'm looking forward to these results. I know the BMC has been getting good reviews, but this new Helene sounds like a real contender. Keep us updated!

Scott B · 04-15-2008, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by owwo

I'm looking forward to these results. I know the BMC has been getting good review, but this new Helene sounds like a real contender. Keep us updated!

Will do.

The BMC, ITG, K&N, OEM, and Helene filters are all here and ready for testing. Stay tuned for the "Round Two" review.

Mr. 5 · 04-15-2008, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Scott B

Will do.

The BMC, ITG, K&N, OEM, and Helene filters are all here and ready for testing. Stay tuned for the "Round Two" review.

Where are you doing this?
I'd love to stop on by since I'm local.

Scott B · 04-15-2008, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. 5

Where are you doing this?
I'd love to stop on by since I'm local.

The tests are conducted at Harman Motive in Torrance. I'll let you know when it's going to happen, if there's enough lead time for you to show up. Right now we're just trying to squeeze the test in among all the other appointments.

BLAZED · 04-15-2008, 07:44 PM

I'm interested to see how ITG and BMC stack up.

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