Simota or open pod?
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hi bros..
i driving a cs03 and was thinking of getting the apexi open pod but someone recommend me sinota air filter/knn air filter...
so which is better in terms of the "sound quality"? meaning to say that louder lor =)
is it that the idling sound is louder? and from waht i heard is increase more BHP right?
and what are the other pros and cons? pls advise... -
simota or open pod? ur topic makes no sense
i believe what u ask is "drop-in filter" or "open-pod filter"
no, open-pod filter do not increase idling sound.. it increase reving sound..
both kind of filters allow cooler air to be taken in, thus better fuel combustion..
2 things to take note..
1. YES, it does improve ur fuel effecieny IF u step lightly on accelerator..
2. YES, it does improve power.. but very little..
but because of the sound, #1 will not be true.
do ur homework properly b4 changing open pod.. because some open pod may damage ur MAF sensor.. and that will cost a hefty price.. so.. gd luck. -
i suggest simota filters to be safe. they're just like replacements for OEM filters, just allows more air to pass through the filters. open-pod basically just lets a whole lot of unfiltered air into the system.... which in time, will clog up your throttle body faster than those OEM types. The performance gain is not that significant, though it sounds like so.
Actually, if you guys notice... malaysia cars, especially those who frequently take long trips, have better engine response. Serviced before some malaysian Mini Cooper Ss and did see the difference there. -
I did apexi open pod too. Sound is very fierce beyond 3k rpm. When the car is idling, there will be this hissing sound coming from the pod as it is sucking in air. Mid range power seems to have increased after installing. Apexi open pod supposedly has the best sound compared to other brands.
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open pod does allow more dirt because it is more exposed.. but it does not mean unfiltered.. it is still filtered...
apexi... hmm.. y don u try GruppeM
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Standard drop-in filter
Pros : less noise, good low end power, low profile look
Cons : a little restrictive, sometimes no better than stock
Open-pod type filter
Pros : better intake suction, more midrange to high end power
Cons : more noise, possibility of sucking hot air, can get dirty easily
For open pod, its better to do a Cold Air Intake (CAI)
HeXy have quite a good setup with CAI -
Pls get the filter done at a professional workshop like Man Exhuast or Fong Kim etc .. Make sure your Check Engine Light (CEL) doesnt light up after installation
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No issue with DIY. I've done up my Hybrid Open Pod by DIY too. Apexi funnel with a metal bracket to hold it.Originally posted by nick34:Pls get the filter done at a professional workshop like Man Exhuast or Fong Kim etc .. Make sure your Check Engine Light (CEL) doesnt light up after installation
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021? Ur funnel is of a 2 inch opening?Originally posted by HeXy:I did apexi open pod too. Sound is very fierce beyond 3k rpm. When the car is idling, there will be this hissing sound coming from the pod as it is sucking in air. Mid range power seems to have increased after installing. Apexi open pod supposedly has the best sound compared to other brands. -
maybe i should add 'if you dunno how to DIY' into my sentence hahaha ..Originally posted by Larry:No issue with DIY. I've done up my Hybrid Open Pod by DIY too. Apexi funnel with a metal bracket to hold it.