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Originally Posted by m21sniper View Post
I didn't realize we were talking about carbureted cars?

I can give you a specific example where a K&N cone filter is a significant improvement over a stock factory airbox.

1985 and older Buick Grand National/T-type turbos. The factory airbox simply cannot flow the kind of air required when you make just a couple modifications to the vehicle.

What's more, a K&N facilitate the use of aftermarket cold air induction systems, which do make a difference.

So, while they are to a large degree marketing creations, K&N's (or more specifically, large cones) have their place.
He said his gas mileage improved by 8%. I call BS. Absolute maximum POWER yes, but not efficiency.
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