Is the K&N Air Filter Better Than Stock? Let's Find Out! K&N Filter vs Stock | Tacoma Air Filter

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In this video I'm testing out the Tacoma K&N Air Filter to see if it's better than stock. Many have said that a k&n drop in air filter is one of the best tacoma performance mods. With this upgrade, I mainly wanted to see if the tacoma air filter needed an upgrade. I wanted to see if it'd give my tacoma more horespower or if there's any k&n horsepower gain. I also wanted to see if the k&n air filter bad for my truck as I've heard some stories about it not filtering dirt very well. In the future, I'd love to upgrade the tacoma air intake and maybe do a tacoma k&n cold air intake. This video also hows how to do the tacoma air filter replacement.
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@White_buffalo_4r 3 года назад

One key I've learned from using them for a while is to not over oil. Just a few light sprays and then it dry some before running with it installed.

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

Definitely gonna be careful not to over oil!! Thanks for watching 🤙🏼

@santauxia 2 месяца назад

Your honesty made subscribe immediately. Keep up the good work.

@KnightWheelsMedia Месяц назад

Appreciate it!

@charles6952 24 дня назад

Stopped at 4.50 when I saw the filter you removed. I'm 66 years old and never in my life pulled one that bad.

@KnightWheelsMedia 11 дней назад

I suppose you have never used a vehicle for off roading like I have then. Gets dirty quickly when you're out in the dust and mud frequently.

@omisan771 4 месяца назад

It's nice to see a engine bay that looks like mine on youtube for a change.

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 месяца назад

😂

@johnbehneman1546 2 года назад

I bought one after I bought my new Nissan Frontier in 2012. I have been really happy with mine. I also bought it to save money from buying brand new paper air filters. It is my way to save the planet and more money for future upgrades. I just need to maintain it on a regular basis.

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

Yup it's nice not having to buy new filters all the time

@larrytorres365 3 месяца назад

I’ve been using them for years on my 4Runner. I replace them once a year. I don’t bother cleaning them sometimes you can use too much oil and clog up the sensors. Still cheaper than replacing regular filters 2 to 3 times a year when each cost 33 bucks.

@KnightWheelsMedia 11 дней назад

Agree!

@patrickjgoupil5245 2 года назад

Me personally- I have always used them - most of my vehicles were over 150k & I have gotten better fuel mpg w/ them.. as far as issue on sensors- should clean them @ 60k - 75k. I did - also use marvels mystery oil in take every month. K & N has been used in racing - quite a few exotic & European cars use similar filters from factory.

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

Good stuff man. Thanks for watching/commenting!

@brotha1984 2 года назад

They key is not to over oil them just use a small bead of oil on the dirty and let it soak through on the clean side then you shouldn't have to worry about sensors issues

@jeremyharris6635 3 года назад

I put 200k miles on my old Honda CRX with a K&N never had an issue. The oil traps the contaminants.

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

Good to hear!

@SpencerHogg 3 года назад

Haven't thought of these before, nice vid buddy

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

Thanks man!!!

@scottgriffin449 2 года назад

One of the best high flow air filters out there, second to them are the dry flow ones by AEM which i think is made by K&N now also. Just dont over oil them, they will screw up your maf if you do.

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

Haven't heard of the AEM one I'll have to check it out. Thanks for watching!

@scottgriffin449 2 года назад

@@KnightWheelsMedia yeah there are many dry flow ones on Amazon made by AEM which is now owned by K&N and other companies make them

@robertyoung8289 3 года назад

I've seen legit dyno test on this filter and it absolutely adds the horsepower as claimed. I can't think of a better bang for the buck.

@fishtacoma 3 года назад

But does it FILTER better? 🤔

@robertyoung8289 3 года назад

@@fishtacoma I'm running the TRD intake with a snorkel.

@fishtacoma 3 года назад

@@robertyoung8289 Yes, I heard in your other comment the other day! I’m sure the snorkel really does help get cleaner air vs. a normal intake

@robertyoung8289 3 года назад

@@fishtacoma What surprised me most was the 2 mile per gallon increase on the freeway.

@fishtacoma 3 года назад

@@robertyoung8289 Well, I guess it kinda makes sense. On the freeway, your snorkel essentially becomes a ram-air intake, forcing more oxygen into your system = denser air = efficiency (Not to mention colder air that it grabs up there too)

@ffwr-109 8 месяцев назад

I got a K&N air filter right after I got my 2022 Tacoma and it’s been running just fine. I didn’t get it for extra HP are better gas mileage, I only got it because in the long run you won’t have to replace the air filter anymore which is like a little investment.

@KnightWheelsMedia 7 месяцев назад

Yup, that’s the only reason to go with them imo

@robertyoung8289 3 года назад

Check out the KandN cabin air filter as well. Ours can get dirty in just one weekend of off roading. It will pay for it self in just two factory replacements.

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

I really do need to replace my cabin air filter haha starting to smell a little funky

@fransiscoscaramanga674 Год назад

Nice upload. i have a 2021m Tacoma sr5, i have been eying up this filter for a while......in fact, it's in my shopping cart on amazon/... maybe do another video on the gas mileage, and if you have seen a difference.....

@KnightWheelsMedia Год назад

No gas mileage difference unfortunately

@HTTR_FOREVER21 3 года назад

good upgrade, better than buying CAI that does the same thing

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

From my experience a CAI at least makes it SOUND better, but I'm sure it depends on what type.

@johnbehneman1546 2 года назад

Thank you so much!!!! Great video and thanks for sharing.

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

Thanks for watching!

@brotha1984 2 года назад

I always buy 2 k&n filters for a easy swap out while I'm servicing the other

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

Great idea 🤙🏼

@BrandonSwanson-xe9yz Год назад

My paper filters were still in good shape for engine and cabin, so I’m holding onto them, and if my K&Ns aren’t dry and I need to drive my truck, I’ll just use the paper ones for a day. Seems like the most eco way

@Taco_lorado 2 года назад

Can't speak on the drop in filters and the improved MPG or horsepower - I installed the K&N CAI on my '17 Tacoma and it made an impact for sure! With a larger intake tube and filter I can hear/feel the difference, MPG really comes down to your driving habits...

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

True. CAI would definitely have a greater affect compared to the drop in.

@user-exuytv 3 месяца назад

I love Toyota Tacoma 3rd gen!!!

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 месяца назад

👍🏼

@DanBrando Год назад

Does it get your oil dirtier quicker?

@KnightWheelsMedia Год назад

Not that I noticed

@DanBrando Год назад

Thank you for responding

@japnikki 3 года назад

Nice video hun! I’m part of a TACO girl group in Texas, people praise the K&N air filter. You get 1 to 2 more MPG on highway vs stock.

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

Thanks!! I haven't noticed much of a change after installing but I also haven't really been paying attention lol

@TENNSUMITSUMA 3 года назад

What's taco?!

@cesarvaladez8382 3 года назад

@@TENNSUMITSUMA tacima

@cesarvaladez8382 3 года назад

🌮 for Tacoma sorry, misspelled

@jandelahoussaye9834 Месяц назад

@@TENNSUMITSUMAif you don’t know what taco is you must not own a Tacoma

@mylezzpurhourr Год назад

The whole complaint on “oil getting on MAF” makes absolutely zero sense unless the pipe to it is straight to the sensor with no curves and bends. You have to clean the MAF anyways so there is no real issues here🤣🤷🏾‍♂️

@KnightWheelsMedia Год назад

Agreed lol

@ReelNewwt 3 года назад

Not a fan of oiled filters. Have you or do you plan on installing a catch can? I know it’s debated but after owning a diesel(worst case scenario )I know they work

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

I know one guy who installed one but never thought of doing it myself. I'll look into it!

@duenorthwest9542 3 года назад

Correct me if I’m wrong, but wouldn’t an oil catch can be more prudent on a turbocharged vehicle? I had a BMW 335i, and it needed a catch can due to the design cycling used air into the intake to be burnt again to be “cleaner!” It had a side effect of making the valves dirty and requiring a walnut blast to clean it. The catch can helped tremendously.

@whiteazn2 3 года назад

I got the trd air filter.. wonder how these compare 🤔🤔

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

Visually they look pretty similar. However I'd feel safer using the TRD one since it's OEM haha

@TitanTown 3 года назад

It will flow more air but also flow more dirt!

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

I can't argue with that hahaha

@jandelahoussaye9834 Месяц назад

And?

@jandelahoussaye9834 Месяц назад

So many people use them if it didn’t filter dust decent they wouldn’t buy it but look at how much people do buy them period

@ddiver7908 2 года назад

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@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

Thank you for this wisdom I didn't know I needed lol

@michaelrichmann8399 2 года назад

The oil goes a little too hard in my opinion. Went off-roading with a group today and my air filter got clogged while the rest of the dudes with paper filters were fine.

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

Interesting. I didn't notice any excessive build up but didn't really think to check/compare after off roading

@Wayne-f1g 6 месяцев назад

Don't over oil filter. It can mess up the air flow sensor..

@KnightWheelsMedia 6 месяцев назад

Yessir!!!

@travisprater7932 3 года назад

The K&N will definitely save you some money over time. Especially with the off-roading you do. Just don't over oil them when you wash it and the MAF shouldn't give you any problems.

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

For sure!! Thanks for watching

@jimk8592 2 года назад

So, overall impressions in the long term?

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

No thoughts really. You don't notice much of a difference lol

@sphinx5101 Год назад

Why not get aem dry flow ?

@KnightWheelsMedia Год назад

Haven't heard of it haha

@brycechow9178 2 года назад

Kn filters are way better than stock they filter out better than oem. But idk about the “50% more air flow I doubt that is true”

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

Definitely have some mixed reviews but it's been good for me so far 👍🏼

@DJSPYROOF 2 года назад

@@KnightWheelsMedia ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-YypvDEQyNBY.html watch the graph at 6:04. Pretty concerning for the K&N. (Ofc this is just a random k&n filter and not specificly THIS one for the toyota)

@michaely6665 11 месяцев назад

Some K&N may flow +100% but your engine may not pull enough air to need that extra air over what a stock filter flows. P.S. that filter test linked to Gabor? Is garbage science. His fancy particle tester said K&N same as no filter???

@darekniewinski3002 9 месяцев назад

Not true K&N does not filter then OEM... Not even close.

@fishtacoma 3 года назад

Whoo, first! 😎

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

Idk how you pulled this one off hahaha Robert is gonna get you one of these days

@SteveBen2000 Год назад

Just installed mine with my 2018 tacoma. How was it after 1 year?

@KnightWheelsMedia Год назад

I ended up selling the truck before having it in for a year so can't really tell you haha

@SteveBen2000 Год назад

@@KnightWheelsMedia oh ok thanks

@Domyfz450 2 года назад

Is it considered a cold air intake ?

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

Nope, just a drop in air filter replacement. A cold air intake would replace the full intake system. I think K&N makes a CAI for the Tacoma but other popular brands are Injen, S&B, and aFe.

@keithrankin6113 Год назад

The only time a K&N filter will not filter as well is because they are dry. You have to use oil!

@KnightWheelsMedia Год назад

For sure 🤙🏼

@br00klyngreek13 2 года назад

So what's your final consensus my good man?

@KnightWheelsMedia 2 года назад

Doesn’t make a noticeable difference but it’s nice to get since it’s reusable

@canamxmr4760 3 года назад

When you did your lift.... any issues with the TSS? I’m about to order the eibach kit and I have read some say yes some no.

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

None at all!

@canamxmr4760 3 года назад

@@KnightWheelsMedia thanks for the quick reply man. I appreciate it.

@canamxmr4760 3 года назад

@@KnightWheelsMedia did you re use the oem tpms sensors?

@mannysfishingadventures5405 Год назад

Mine didnt seem to have any oil

@KnightWheelsMedia Год назад

that's a bit odd, should definitely have oil on it

@scottmilton6766 3 года назад

Watch out with KN filter will let water pass throw it easier than a paper filter.

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

Noted!

@Dan-jh3qf Год назад

Bro why are you only getting 7mpg???

@KnightWheelsMedia Год назад

big tires & a lot of weight lol

@nismo613 3 года назад

Not a fan of oiled filters, as the oil tends to get pulled into the air stream over time, and gums up the MAF. With newer technology and materials today, there are better non-oiled, washable, options on the market

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

Yeah that's one of my main concerns. If it clogs up the MAF I'll definitely look for a better option.

@nismo613 3 года назад

@@KnightWheelsMedia yeah. In all it's not a huge deal, as you can just clean the sensor with MAF cleaner if you ever have a problem. More of a nuisance is all.

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

@@nismo613 For sure!!

@KnightWheelsMedia 3 года назад

@@nismo613 For sure! Definitely more worried about the filtering than I am the oil haha though I'm not sure how bad the filter oil is for the engine

@nismo613 3 года назад

@@KnightWheelsMedia Eh, I hear ya. It can't be THAT bad, right? I mean, K&N is a very reputable company, and they have been using these oiled filters for as long as I can remember.

@sphinx5101 Год назад

U need a snorkel it does look like u got water in there

@KnightWheelsMedia Год назад

For sure. Definitely sucked up some nasty stuff from time to time

@robertyoung8289 3 года назад

You want another free 5hp? Take out the restrictive carbon filter in the upper airbox!

@ddanj0331 3 года назад

Ive always wondered about that top piece. I thought it was a just-in-case filter in case the main one somehow let some gunk through

@thumperbangin2000 3 года назад

It doesnt give 5hp but it is worth taking it out. Yes remove it

@ddanj0331 3 года назад

@@thumperbangin2000 Whats the reason why it was in there?

@thumperbangin2000 3 года назад

@@ddanj0331 eps emissions shit, make it run cleaner by passing through another charcoal filter, blah blah blah, just guessing

@nismo613 3 года назад

@@ddanj0331 don't listen to someone who's telling you to remove a component in one sentence, and then in the next sentence is "just guessing" at what it's purpose is.