Reply With QuoteI have done this - see thread in this section- and feel that it is an improvement in response in lower rev range.
As for figures, this is yet to be determined until dyno day.
Volkswagen Fan
pod filter
i saw the post about the BOVs but was wondering if a pod filter is any better?
would i still loose power?
is it worth it as TDi's have a fancy 3 stage self cleaning air filter?
would it effect the engine?
thanks
Ultimate Dubber
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I have done this - see thread in this section- and feel that it is an improvement in response in lower rev range.
As for figures, this is yet to be determined until dyno day.
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i ran a pod filter on my mk3 diesel for a month or two, then went back to stock... its better.
'07 Touareg V6 TDI with air suspension
'98 Mk3 Cabriolet 2.0 8V
'99 A4 Quattro 1.8T
Ultimate Dubber
Awesome idea IF it is shielded from hot engine bay air, which will actually drop power, at least down low. Great idea as Mik has hinted at, and my next engine mod.
Never heard of a self cleaning filter, and paper ones basically just get more and more clogged, and have to be replaced periodically.
Actual gains depends on model, and how well the stock airbox has been designed. On the MK5 the biggest problem is the 90 degree bends, especially in the lid.
Mik, still have the MAF grid?
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3 stage self cleaning air filter. Never heard of them, tell me more please.
Do they wash rinse and then dry.??
Volkswagenist
I don't know about the VW ones, but Toyota Landcruiser paper air filters ARE washable (according to the owner's manual - not that I was ever game to do it on mine)
Ultimate Dubber
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Until I get some spare $ for one to dremel, I am staying standard - I don't want to get stranded if I make a mistake!Originally Posted by cogdoc
Volkswagen Fan
well im pretty sure thats what the dealer at VW told me about the air filter
said i didnt have to touch it cause it cleans itself...
was he just bull****ting me?
should i check it out?
what does everyoe else do?
mines a 2007 2.0 tdi
Ultimate Dubber
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You have seen this thread?
http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/newf...ad.php?t=14110
As for filter - they charge me to replace them so I am sure they are not self cleaning - maybe they mean the DPF is self cleaning which is more accurate...
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maybe....
self cleaning = included in servicing.... hahaha
'07 Touareg V6 TDI with air suspension
'98 Mk3 Cabriolet 2.0 8V
'99 A4 Quattro 1.8T
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