I bought my 996 C2 with Gemballa exhaust already intact. I was advised recently that the only way to really get any added performance (however minute) from the Gemballa exhaust, is to also put in a K&N Air Filter. Can anyone offer any insight on this?

Thanks in advance.

 

i have a k&n filter...just the drop in type (not the cone shape)....doesnt void the warranty and it claims to give 22% in horsepower....i noticed the engine to run alot smoother and quieter...love it

 

I didn't know there were two different types. How much ($) is the one that you put on? Did you do it yourself and if so, was is an easy install?

 

i believe i paid around $75...did it myself...pretty easy to do...took about 15-20min to drop it in...you can get the cone version...more expensive...higher intake but will void the warranty

 

ahem, that would mean a 60 HP increase? ummmm no way! it probably increases air flow by 22% maybe better throttle response but no real gains in HP.

 

...and there's a possibility that it will trigger a CEL if the filter is oiled too much and foul up the MAF.

 

i know, i know...k&n claims 22% more...not sure in what though

 

How do you prevent from being oiled to much? I hear that K&N filters are already oiled coming from the factory? Do you let it drip dry first before installing?

 

It's not going to drip when you remove it from the packaging....

 

a friend of mine put it on top of a newspaper overnight after removing from the package and oil did end up on the newspaper by morning...that's what i meant.

that's why i asked. i didn't mean that it was dripping wet with oil when first taken out of the package.

 

I know I'm just giving you a hard time....

 

the ones that come pre-oiled should be fine but, for good measure, put a piece of paper towel between the grooves and let it soak up excess oil.

 

You may also lay it out in the Sun for a bit with a terry cloth under to soak up after you oil it down.... after followed by a pat down.

-Eli

 

Why would the cone type void you warranty. Don't they have to prove your modification caused the problem?

 

Good luck it's like pissing in the wind it will come back and hit you.