Jump to content

Recommended Posts

Posted

K&N's breathe great, & they suck more dirt than anything else( I'm well versed with how to properly oil them). Choice is yours. nobody has ever determined how much the additional dirt that comes through effects engine wear. I ran them exclusively for years before there were other choices, now I run AEM bruteforce/dryflow and am very happy with the performance & filtering effectiveness. Hard to beat OEM if you just want a good filter, that filters well.

Posted

K&N's breathe great, & they suck more dirt than anything else( I'm well versed with how to properly oil them). Choice is yours. nobody has ever determined how much the additional dirt that comes through effects engine wear. I ran them exclusively for years before there were other choices, now I run AEM bruteforce/dryflow and am very happy with the performance & filtering effectiveness. Hard to beat OEM if you just want a good filter, that filters well.

That's the firsts I've ever heard of k&n sucking in more dirt. Do you have a source to a study on that?

Posted

Looking to go to my local parts spot and get a k&n drop in air filter worth it?

Sent from my SM-G900W8 using Tapatalk

If you never plan on getting an aftermarket intake and plan on keeping your truck for a long time, then it will save you some money from buying the paper filters each year. But you won't notice much of anything else.

Posted

If you never plan on getting an aftermarket intake and plan on keeping your truck for a long time, then it will save you some money from buying the paper filters each year. But you won't notice much of anything else.

Only plan on getting an airaid intake tube eventually

 

Sent from my SM-G900W8 using Tapatalk

  • Like 1
Posted

Only plan on getting an airaid intake tube eventually

Sent from my SM-G900W8 using Tapatalk

Oh and those utilize the existing filter box right? I haven't look into those yet. But if they use the stock box then yeah I would get the drop in K&N. Also will want the cleaning and oil kit too.

  • Like 1
Posted

Oh and those utilize the existing filter box right? I haven't look into those yet. But if they use the stock box then yeah I would get the drop in K&N. Also will want the cleaning and oil kit too.

Yes it hooks to stock air box I don't want to use a cold air intake when the restrictive part is the tube anyways... So I figured that filter and the tube I should get a tiny tiny but better mpg that guys claim to get and something to add to the truck

 

Sent from my SM-G900W8 using Tapatalk

  • Like 1
Posted

K&N's breathe great, & they suck more dirt than anything else( I'm well versed with how to properly oil them). Choice is yours. nobody has ever determined how much the additional dirt that comes through effects engine wear. I ran them exclusively for years before there were other choices, now I run AEM bruteforce/dryflow and am very happy with the performance & filtering effectiveness. Hard to beat OEM if you just want a good filter, that filters well.

 

 

That's the firsts I've ever heard of k&n sucking in more dirt. Do you have a source to a study on that?

YeaH, That is old news actually. I've been arround our local off road community for 30+ years and it is just the gospel that K&N's are porous in nature and will pass much more dirt than almost any other filter. I used to use them in cars, bike's, trucks, then I would always find residue after being in dusty environments, or a long service period. Seriously Google it! it's been well known for over maybe 15+ years, K&N has awesome marketing. Not saying they don't breathe they best, they probably do, just there is a price for all that flow. When I ran them exclusivley my maf sensors (on pre LS vehicles) were always dirty (not oily - I know how ot oil them). OEM is prob. the best filtering.

Posted

. Thanks for your input. AFE momentum on the way! I've had tons of open/hot air intakes before so I'm glad to be back using AFE and this enclosed/cold air intake.

No problem at all, you'll be happy with it. I have no regrets at all

  • Like 1
Posted

Installed the AFE momentum today. Very easy install. Everything fits and seals perfectly.

 

Went for a test drive. She really growls at about 50% throttle. Love that sound. I already had a huge improvement to throttle response with the Blackbear tune, but now it's even better. Great product!!

post-148733-0-18249200-1453925696_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-21881600-1453925706_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-34736500-1453925716_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-18249200-1453925696_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-21881600-1453925706_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-34736500-1453925716_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-18249200-1453925696_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-21881600-1453925706_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-34736500-1453925716_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-18249200-1453925696_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-21881600-1453925706_thumb.jpeg

post-148733-0-34736500-1453925716_thumb.jpeg

Posted

Installed the AFE momentum today. Very easy install. Everything fits and seals perfectly.

 

Went for a test drive. She really growls at about 50% throttle. Love that sound. I already had a huge improvement to throttle response with the Blackbear tune, but now it's even better. Great product!!

Glad you like it! The growl is a very nice sound!

 

Question, I noticed you left the plug in the box for the front air scoop? I removed mine and cut a hole in the thin plastic flap on the truck to allow airflow to come in from the grill area as well.

Posted

Glad you like it! The growl is a very nice sound!

 

Question, I noticed you left the plug in the box for the front air scoop? I removed mine and cut a hole in the thin plastic flap on the truck to allow airflow to come in from the grill area as well.

Oh yeah I took out the plug right after taking the pictures. Since it's cold outside I figured I'd keep it off. I'll look into doing what you did too.
  • 2 weeks later...
Posted

Well looks like the Airaid MIT is the best bang for the buck. Catch can and clean side spearator this month, Airaid MIT next month!

 

The Volant I had on my 2008 Frontier really opened her up and growled. Paired with a Banks Monster Exhaust she would yell pretty loud at WOT. I probably won't put an exhaust on this truck, at least for a few years, but I'm looking forward to replacing the stock shoe box.

Posted (edited)

This was waiting for me when I got home from work. My initial thoughts? Damn, the air box and filter are HUGE! A little overkill I think. I'll install it when I get a chance and give a report.

 

0217161647_zpsfyeb602g.jpg

Edited by quail hound

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
  • Forum Statistics

    250.4k
    Total Topics
    2.7m
    Total Posts
  • Member Statistics

    342,760
    Total Members
    8,960
    Most Online
    MASONV88888888
    Newest Member
    MASONV88888888
    Joined
  • Who's Online   2 Members, 0 Anonymous, 1,622 Guests (See full list)


  • Latest Articles

  • Posts

    • I’m definitely interested to hear the end result here. 
    • My 2025 Silverado 1500 had to receive a brand-new engine (long block) under warranty last month at only around 16,500 miles. Before the replacement, the truck repeatedly displayed "Engine Oil Level Low" warnings, even though the Oil Life Monitor still showed around 50% remaining after about 6,000 miles since my last oil change. After seeing the warning several times, I checked the dipstick with the engine cold, and the oil level was completely normal. The next day, the message escalated to "Add Engine Oil." At first, I assumed it was just a faulty oil level sensor, so I brought the truck to the dealership. After inspecting the engine, they found internal cylinder wall scoring and ultimately replaced the entire long block under warranty. Before this happened, I was planning to install a 4-inch lift and suspension upgrade on my truck. After needing a new engine at just 16,500 miles, I honestly don't see the point anymore. I also contacted GM to ask whether my vehicle qualified for a buyback, but I was informed that it does not at this time. Anyway, this experience has left me with serious concerns about the long-term reliability of this engine. I sincerely hope NHTSA expands the current investigation or recall to include 2025 model and performs a thorough inspection of affected vehicles. My biggest concern is that these engines may fail shortly after the powertrain warranty expires. If GM truly stands behind this engine, then at the very least, please consider extending the powertrain warranty to 10 years for affected owners. That would go a long way toward restoring customer confidence.
    • Without exception but then I'm the odd duck, right? I know what goes into that test, how it is calculated and thus how to beat it. But EPA values are often not beaten by the general public and the government has in past years adjusted the means and methods to come to those values to more closely approximate "Joe Average".    The only real trick to beating that EPA average is don't drive like "Joe Average".    It's the same method you used to profit from "Economic Migration" and in doing so beat the 'stats'. But you, like me, are not "Joe Average".     The thing you don't seem to grasp is this "Purchasing Power Index" isn't forward looking. It doesn't predict what it going to be but looks backward and states what it was. They are not telling us what the THINK, they are telling us what they MEASURED. Example:    Wife says "I'm going to lose 40 pounds by Christmas". May she does, maybe she doesn't but the doctors office who weighed her when she made that statement and again at Christmas only REPORTS what the RESULT was. You and I can banter about what was possible and what aunt Tilly did till the cows come home but the result is the result. Arguing otherwise is.....irrational. That's all I'm saying. This isn't about:      What you are calling a 'Statistic' is a RESULT not a CALCUATION and as a result the RULE. Like gravity as a rule, it can not be broken. 
    • Just wanted to say thank you for posting this. Years later, your thread is still helping Silverado owners.   I bought my 2025 Silverado 1500 in January 2025, and I've had what feels like the exact same rattle since day one. After reading your findings, I believe my truck has the same issue with the cable carrier contacting the rear sliding window. To be honest, I had pretty much given up on pursuing the issue. It wasn't until I recently drove another brand's pickup that I realized just how quiet their cabin was—and how noisy mine has been all along. On my truck, the rattle happens on almost any paved road, gets even worse on rougher pavement, and I can even hear it during braking and acceleration.   I actually referenced your thread when submitting my case to GM, hoping they'll recognize this as a recurring issue instead of treating it as an isolated incident. The reason I reached out to GM first is because my dealership told me they would need to keep the truck for at least two days just to diagnose the problem. I was concerned that even after two days, they still might not be able to identify the source of the rattle before giving the truck back to me. I had also asked a few dealerships about this issue during previous service visits, but none of them seemed to know what was causing it or had a solution. That's why I decided to contact GM directly first, hoping they might already have an official repair procedure or guidance for this issue.   I also hope GM eventually comes up with an official fix for this problem. I have a feeling there are many Silverado owners experiencing the same rattle, but most either choose to live with it or simply don't know what the cause is.   Really appreciate you taking the time to document your diagnosis. Your post is still making a difference years later.
    • I have 2 choices. 
  • GM-Trucks.com Clubs

  • Popular Contributors

×
×
  • Create New...