Helix drop-in Filter

reno808 · 08-02-2009, 10:25 AM

I want to know what are your thoughts. I got it from bimmer post member REAL cheap.

JayKay335i · 08-02-2009, 05:01 PM

You picked one up? What are YOUR thoughs? I dont feel like spending that much so I'll probably pick up a K&N but I'm curious if you feel any difference or hear any difference.

TiM3 · 08-02-2009, 07:05 PM

I got one earlier this year and didn't notice much at all, but I figure it's better than stock. The only downside was mine apparently didn't fit just right. It was a little thick which made it hard to put the cover back on.

Zeph · 08-02-2009, 07:53 PM

compared to K&N, supposed to be same air flow with better filtration. I also like the blue one, but I can't remember the name :P

JayKay335i · 08-02-2009, 08:39 PM

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compared to K&N, supposed to be same air flow with better filtration. I also like the blue one, but I can't remember the name :P

Macht Snell?

dr.roro · 08-02-2009, 09:40 PM

Realistically speaking, I would think all drop-in filters are going to perform more or less the same as the stock filter. I think you'd be better off saving your money, sticking with OEM BMW filters, and just replacing it more frequently.

Unless someone has hard data to prove me wrong...

JDLM · 08-02-2009, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by JayKay335i

Macht Snell?

I was thinking AFE

Zeph · 08-02-2009, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by JayKay335i

Macht Snell?

yes

JayKay335i · 08-02-2009, 11:20 PM

The way I look at it is that the increase in performance will be minimal. I would only change because paper filters suck. Its been super humid out and I'm sure that doesnt help the paper any. After that, all the drop ins are expensive as hell for just a drop in filter. The K&N is ~$60. So I'll probably do just that. I dont want to bother with an intake until I go with something with more power than a jb+.

reno808 · 08-03-2009, 11:00 AM

I did put the filter on car over the weekend. YEs it was thick and a little hard to put in. You do hear it more on the mid range. I did feel it made a little more power especially on the low end. IT seemed to lessen spool time. I took my friends out for a test drive and both said it has more pull than stock. Overall for 60 bucks not to bad. And it seems like a good filter.

reno808 · 08-03-2009, 11:01 AM

I can give any one rides if they want. Its a dry filter btw

JayKay335i · 08-03-2009, 01:50 PM

Glad to hear. I'll have to order one from auto zone.

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JayKay335i Banned 198 Rep 5,046 Posts Drives: ///M323 DCT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North Dakota; its best DUHHHHHH iTrader: (1)	You picked one up? What are YOUR thoughs? I dont feel like spending that much so I'll probably pick up a K&N but I'm curious if you feel any difference or hear any difference.
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TiM3 New Member 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	I got one earlier this year and didn't notice much at all, but I figure it's better than stock. The only downside was mine apparently didn't fit just right. It was a little thick which made it hard to put the cover back on.
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Zeph Major 29 Rep 1,410 Posts Drives: 2008 E92 335i 6MT SGM CR/BD Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Southeast USA iTrader: (0)	compared to K&N, supposed to be same air flow with better filtration. I also like the blue one, but I can't remember the name :P
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dr.roro Captain 212 Rep 847 Posts Drives: 2025 G05 X5 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: MD iTrader: (2) Garage List 2025 BMW X5 xDrive40i [0.00]	Realistically speaking, I would think all drop-in filters are going to perform more or less the same as the stock filter. I think you'd be better off saving your money, sticking with OEM BMW filters, and just replacing it more frequently. Unless someone has hard data to prove me wrong... Last edited by dr.roro; 08-02-2009 at 11:01 PM..
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JayKay335i Banned 198 Rep 5,046 Posts Drives: ///M323 DCT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North Dakota; its best DUHHHHHH iTrader: (1)	The way I look at it is that the increase in performance will be minimal. I would only change because paper filters suck. Its been super humid out and I'm sure that doesnt help the paper any. After that, all the drop ins are expensive as hell for just a drop in filter. The K&N is ~$60. So I'll probably do just that. I dont want to bother with an intake until I go with something with more power than a jb+.
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reno808 Banned 10 Rep 345 Posts Drives: Fiat Panda Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: C&C Motorsports Garage iTrader: (2)	I did put the filter on car over the weekend. YEs it was thick and a little hard to put in. You do hear it more on the mid range. I did feel it made a little more power especially on the low end. IT seemed to lessen spool time. I took my friends out for a test drive and both said it has more pull than stock. Overall for 60 bucks not to bad. And it seems like a good filter.
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08-03-2009, 01:50 PM	#12
JayKay335i Banned 198 Rep 5,046 Posts Drives: ///M323 DCT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: North Dakota; its best DUHHHHHH iTrader: (1)	Glad to hear. I'll have to order one from auto zone.
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