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apexi filter #262263 20/12/2006 08:04 20/12/2006 08:04
A Anonymous Unregistered
Anonymous Unregistered A	going to get one now but need to know about fitting, plus going to buy off ebay so anyone have a link, thankyou

Re: apexi filter #262264 20/12/2006 09:42 20/12/2006 09:42
A Anonymous Unregistered
Anonymous Unregistered A	Remove your standard airbox...hehe... Do a custom ram and mount the Apexi Filter to it... I've got one of these and this is how i got it done. If you're goin' to install it this way, you may well save some money on the adapter too. cheers...

Re: apexi filter #262265 20/12/2006 16:50 20/12/2006 16:50
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,112 The clues in the name D DanTheManc Competition Level
DanTheManc Competition Level D Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,112 The clues in the name	You have PM 2000 Moony 20VT6 VXR BMW 335i BMW M135i 2017 Cupra 290 Black Edition

Re: apexi filter #262266 20/12/2006 18:08 20/12/2006 18:08
A Anonymous Unregistered
Anonymous Unregistered A	If you mean a link for a good seller, here it is: APEXi Power Intake Filter and for the 3in adaptor from same seller: APEXI 3" Adaptor Regards, Hani

Re: apexi filter #262267 20/12/2006 23:03 20/12/2006 23:03
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 928 Wimbledon paddy Enjoying the ride
paddy Enjoying the ride Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 928 Wimbledon	Yeah, I got mine from there - good service.

Re: apexi filter #262268 21/12/2006 00:08 21/12/2006 00:08
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Anonymous Unregistered A	then does the addapter fit straight onto the original hosing that atached the air box plus anyone got any pics of engine bay with one attached

Re: apexi filter #262269 21/12/2006 04:21 21/12/2006 04:21
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 928 Wimbledon paddy Enjoying the ride
paddy Enjoying the ride Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 928 Wimbledon	No - at least it didn't on mine. I got a 3" 45 degree bend samco pipe. My filter now sits a little bit above where my SMIC used to be.

Re: apexi filter #262270 21/12/2006 04:28 21/12/2006 04:28
A Anonymous Unregistered
Anonymous Unregistered A	No, you need a silicon hose (straight coupling). Here is a photo of the standard route: APEXi Standard Or you can have it with the straight induction pipe (SIP) but this is with the FMIC: APEXi SIP

Re: apexi filter #262271 21/12/2006 18:28 21/12/2006 18:28
A Anonymous Unregistered
Anonymous Unregistered A	if you dont have a FMIC & you need to fit it in OEM air box’s location, you will need a 3" (76mm) 135deg bend (or 45 whatever you wanan name it) as per my pics here & here. OEM setup to compare BTW : I don’t recommend this mod !

Re: apexi filter #262272 21/12/2006 22:30 21/12/2006 22:30
A Anonymous Unregistered
Anonymous Unregistered A	thankyou guys pics have been help for, whats the difference in sound

Re: apexi filter #262273 24/12/2006 12:05 24/12/2006 12:05
A Anonymous Unregistered
Anonymous Unregistered A	Quote: thankyou guys pics have been help for, whats the difference in sound Crazy sound i should say!

Re: apexi filter #262274 24/12/2006 16:44 24/12/2006 16:44
Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,327 North Wales Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58
Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58 Forum Fossil Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,327 North Wales	Has anyone had a K&N induction kit on their Coupe and then swapped to the Apexi? I have the K&N, but was just wondering what the difference was, if any and if it was better than the K&N. As I already have the piping for the K&N, I should just be able to swap the filter cones over, but not worth it if there's no difference

Re: apexi filter #262275 24/12/2006 16:55 24/12/2006 16:55
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Anonymous Unregistered A	I had a K&N, switched to the Apexi and then back again. I found the Apexi noisy compared to the K&N. The better filtering of the Apexi would have been nice though . Perhaps a larger Apexi would have been better - the group buy one was quite small.

Re: apexi filter #262276 24/12/2006 16:58 24/12/2006 16:58
Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,327 North Wales Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58
Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58 Forum Fossil Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,327 North Wales	Noisy, as in sucking in the air noisy? My K&N seems to be quite noisy sucking in the air, it has a loud sort of hiss to it. I don't mind noise, if it's nice noise

Re: apexi filter #262277 24/12/2006 19:09 24/12/2006 19:09
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Anonymous Unregistered A	Yes. It sounded like it was screaming on full throttle, although I running quite a lot more power than standard. The K&N has more filter surface area than the group buy Apexi.

Re: apexi filter #262278 24/12/2006 20:59 24/12/2006 20:59
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Anonymous Unregistered A	Has anyone fitted the sponge type filter. Should these be better for filtering as i have the sip and am worried about sucking in more dirt as its lower to the ground.

Re: apexi filter #262279 24/12/2006 21:38 24/12/2006 21:38
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 19,939 North wales pinin_prestatyn Forum veteran
pinin_prestatyn Forum veteran Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 19,939 North wales	Quote: I had a K&N, switched to the Apexi and then back again. I found the Apexi noisy compared to the K&N. The better filtering of the Apexi would have been nice though . Perhaps a larger Apexi would have been better - the group buy one was quite small. That's the universal Apexi filter, it's installed on much higher power cars than the coop. So the Apexi is louder than the K+N? result I love all that sucking wierd noisiness Coopless!

Re: apexi filter #262280 24/12/2006 22:00 24/12/2006 22:00
A Anonymous Unregistered
Anonymous Unregistered A	It does sound awesome! Specially when its amplified by those of you who are lucky enough to own the 20vT lump

Re: apexi filter #262281 24/12/2006 22:49 24/12/2006 22:49
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 19,939 North wales pinin_prestatyn Forum veteran
pinin_prestatyn Forum veteran Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 19,939 North wales	I've had one on my car since May and I still haven't heard one Coopless!

Re: apexi filter #262282 24/12/2006 23:08 24/12/2006 23:08
Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,327 North Wales Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58
Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58 Forum Fossil Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,327 North Wales	Quote: It does sound awesome! Specially when its amplified by those of you who are lucky enough to own the 20vT lump I think I may be swapping to an Apexi then, just as an extra little Christmas present

Re: apexi filter #262283 24/12/2006 23:36 24/12/2006 23:36
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 9,706 Gone J Jimbo Je suis un Coupé
Jimbo Je suis un Coupé J Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 9,706 Gone	I've run the K&N and I'm now running the Apexi, to be honest I dont think you will notice much if any difference between the two. The K&N maybe has a slightly sharper sound to the air coming in but all you normally hear is the compressor spinning and no engine noise at all as you would on a N/A car. Save your money Theresa and spend it on something that will make a difference. JohnyBT, foam filters are the worst performing filter out of the group test publshed on here somewhere when it comes to actual filteration and they weren't as good a performer either ?

Re: apexi filter #262284 24/12/2006 23:53 24/12/2006 23:53
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 19,939 North wales pinin_prestatyn Forum veteran
pinin_prestatyn Forum veteran Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 19,939 North wales	Plus the foam types have a filtering oil which apparently isn't good for your AFM (same for the K+N) whereas the Apexi is a dry-type. Coopless!

Re: apexi filter #262285 24/12/2006 23:56 24/12/2006 23:56
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Anonymous Unregistered A	oh right cheers for that jimbo Quote: Plus the foam types have a filtering oil which apparently isn't good for your AFM (same for the K+N) whereas the Apexi is a dry-type. i was unaware of this pinin. i did notuice the last time i oiled the filter the car hunted on idle for a bit and missed when reved but then cleared. How does the apexi trap the debris then..

Re: apexi filter #262286 25/12/2006 00:00 25/12/2006 00:00
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 19,939 North wales pinin_prestatyn Forum veteran
pinin_prestatyn Forum veteran Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 19,939 North wales	Just with the gauze I guess. I think JohnS said that his Ramair filter coated the AFM with gunk after X amount of miles, and he had to replace it. The Apexi only lasts 30K then you have to throw it away, whereas with the K+N you can just keep re-greasing it. But I think I'd prefer the Apexi. Well I know I do because I swapped my K+N for it Coopless!

Re: apexi filter #262287 25/12/2006 00:01 25/12/2006 00:01
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 9,706 Gone J Jimbo Je suis un Coupé
Jimbo Je suis un Coupé J Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 9,706 Gone	Its just a fine dry cotton mesh, not sure how or if it can be cleaned though ?

Re: apexi filter #262288 25/12/2006 00:06 25/12/2006 00:06
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 19,939 North wales pinin_prestatyn Forum veteran
pinin_prestatyn Forum veteran Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 19,939 North wales	info here Not sure how accurate the information is on that review, but it's all we have. Coopless!

Re: apexi filter #262289 25/12/2006 00:06 25/12/2006 00:06
Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,327 North Wales Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58
Theresa Former Presidentessa Club member 58 Forum Fossil Joined: Jun 2006 Posts: 23,327 North Wales	Quote: I've run the K&N and I'm now running the Apexi, to be honest I dont think you will notice much if any difference between the two. The K&N maybe has a slightly sharper sound to the air coming in but all you normally hear is the compressor spinning and no engine noise at all as you would on a N/A car. Save your money Theresa and spend it on something that will make a difference. Cheers Jimbo, maybe I'll just carry on saving for a nice exhaust system then

Re: apexi filter #262290 27/12/2006 06:34 27/12/2006 06:34
A Anonymous Unregistered
Anonymous Unregistered A	As mentioned above, it's always a good idea not to risk yer engine by altering the mixture over time (clogging AFM). Go for non-oil filters, as the Apexi!

Re: apexi filter #262291 31/12/2006 22:55 31/12/2006 22:55
A Anonymous Unregistered
Anonymous Unregistered A	This is the filter i went for as the apexi seams way to small for the amount of flow required http://www.ramairfilters.co.uk/store/product_info.php?cPath=2_3_9&products_id=37 and a very good price but it is a very big filter so it may not fit without a striaght intake pipe mod

Re: apexi filter #262292 31/12/2006 23:17 31/12/2006 23:17
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Anonymous Unregistered A	Pic of filter in place on sip http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v57/adyr5/DSC00094.jpg

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