WIX Paper Air Filter For Ecoboost
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So after deciding that a CAI wasn't for me for my eco-boost I decided to look at other things to do. Read several threads about guys that used WIX paper filter from Amsoil to replace the stock Motorcraft air filter. Just got mine today and purchased for $17. Upon comparing the stock vs the WIX there is a huge difference in the paper fin size of the filters. Obviously I am not going to notice any power gains from just replacing the stock paper filter however it does appear that I do hear more whoosh from the turbos. Not excessive just a tad more. Wondering if this will make any difference in performance or MPG. Anyone else using A WIX filter in their eco-boost?
Last edited by sluggo1; 05-16-2012 at 04:18 PM.
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No it won't make a difference in mpg.
There's no such thing as a CAI for a turbo engine, that's what the intercooler is for. Good thing you didn't buy one, complete waste of money. They do sound cool though.
There's no such thing as a CAI for a turbo engine, that's what the intercooler is for. Good thing you didn't buy one, complete waste of money. They do sound cool though.
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Originally Posted by KBS
No it won't make a difference in mpg.
There's no such thing as a CAI for a turbo engine, that's what the intercooler is for. Good thing you didn't buy one, complete waste of money. They do sound cool though.
There's no such thing as a CAI for a turbo engine, that's what the intercooler is for. Good thing you didn't buy one, complete waste of money. They do sound cool though.
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I was impressed by quality and design of the filter. Perfect fit and seal. Paper seems just as thick as OEM but the grooves/fins are deeper and wider.
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Ya I know what you meant, I should have been more clear. Even though they are labelled CAI's they do not perform as one on a turbo engine. But people buy them anyways...
The wix filter is a good filter. Better than K&N, you won't have to worry about oil coating the MAF.
The wix filter is a good filter. Better than K&N, you won't have to worry about oil coating the MAF.
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Originally Posted by KBS
Ya I know what you meant, I should have been more clear. Even though they are labelled CAI's they do not perform as one on a turbo engine. But people buy them anyways...
The wix filter is a good filter. Better than K&N, you won't have to worry about oil coating the MAF.