R50/53 JCW CAI filter price concerns.
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#30
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=62783
Instructions for opening the JCW airbox can be found at http://motoringfile.com/2004/11/26/t...f_upgrade_kit/
Instructions for opening the JCW airbox can be found at http://motoringfile.com/2004/11/26/t...f_upgrade_kit/
#31
http://myminiparts.com/proddetail.php?prod=ITGJC&cat=7 This is the way I am going once my paper filter(JCW CAI came with) is not longer good. Many of other Pete's customers use it know and only say good things about it. You can call him and He will share all the feedback he's got..I think this a really good option to consider..
#32
Thanks, Rick!!!
I'm going to do it now...
I'm going to do it now...
Originally Posted by OldRick
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=62783
Instructions for opening the JCW airbox can be found at http://motoringfile.com/2004/11/26/t...f_upgrade_kit/
Instructions for opening the JCW airbox can be found at http://motoringfile.com/2004/11/26/t...f_upgrade_kit/
#33
woh, those instructions are how to install another... man I wish I were more mechanically inclined, I can fix and build computers all day but I am having trouble deciphering just how to open the airbox to simply install the filter... or maybe it really is not so simple...
EDIT
Nevermind, I figured it out, now I just have to get it back on and takeit out for a spin
EDIT
Nevermind, I figured it out, now I just have to get it back on and takeit out for a spin
#34
what's the trick on getting the hose clamp to close? It's got that wierd snapper dealy and I'd rather keep it stock than get a screw hose clamp (those I wish it was like that stock). Thanks in advance.
EDIT:
Found out, going to have to buy some tools - https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=44650
EDIT:
Found out, going to have to buy some tools - https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ad.php?t=44650
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#37
Originally Posted by CARdiac
I was reading your posts about the filter replacement. How did you install the K&N? Did you bend the metal to create a ring or were you able to get away without it?
Any help is appreciated.
Any help is appreciated.
#39
Originally Posted by eVal
Hmm, is the cost really that alarming? It doesn't seem like that huge an expense to spend $80 on a maintanence item that does something as important as an air filter every couple of years (once a year I suppose if you drive a lot of miles and/or live in a very dusty/dirty area). Its like motor oil or tires IMHO, important consumables worth the cost for what you get from it. Sure I can see that it seems like a lot for what it is but its not hundreds of dollars and, after all, it is a specialized custom item for an optional add-on created for a limited market. I guess I'm just surprised that considering all the random stuff people spend extra money on I so often see people so outraged over the infrequent 80 bux for the JCW air filter.
Anyway, good job on the K&N, enjoy
Anyway, good job on the K&N, enjoy
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#41
Ok, I bought 2 3130 for $50 (free shipping and a $5 off special). That is the best price I have ever paid for a K&N anything! I installed mine Wednesday night and it was VERY easy! I was so impressed with the better throttle response and better engine sound that I installed my wife's the next night. I loved her response: "It feels peppier, but I was expecting it to sound a little louder..... no you don't understand I WAS EXPECTING IT TO SOUND LOUDER"
Love the added "pep" and the fact that two filters were half the proce of one OEM paper filter!
Love the added "pep" and the fact that two filters were half the proce of one OEM paper filter!
#43
New JCW Filter available
Mini-Madness has announced a new filter for the JCW airbox. Cleanable K&N-type velocity stack design - looks great.
http://www.mini-madness.com/index.as...ROD&ProdID=272
http://www.mini-madness.com/index.as...ROD&ProdID=272
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#46
https://www.ajusa.com
Part Number Product Description Qty Unit Price Price
KNF RU-3130 Item: Universal Rubber FilterFits: 2006 MINI Cooper S 1.6L L4 F/I 1 $27.50 $27.50
KNF RU-3130 Item: Universal Rubber FilterFits: 2006 MINI Cooper S 1.6L L4 F/I 1 $27.50 $27.50
PRO summer Item: ADD $45 TO UNLOCK MORE SAVINGS $-5.00
Sub Total $50.00
CA Sales Tax $0.00
Shipping $0.00
Total $50.00
Part Number Product Description Qty Unit Price Price
KNF RU-3130 Item: Universal Rubber FilterFits: 2006 MINI Cooper S 1.6L L4 F/I 1 $27.50 $27.50
KNF RU-3130 Item: Universal Rubber FilterFits: 2006 MINI Cooper S 1.6L L4 F/I 1 $27.50 $27.50
PRO summer Item: ADD $45 TO UNLOCK MORE SAVINGS $-5.00
Sub Total $50.00
CA Sales Tax $0.00
Shipping $0.00
Total $50.00
#49
I installed mine last week. Very easy, except for the OEM clamp on the down tube. I also removed the flap but left the housing intact. My feeling was that moisture and dirt would get into the filter more easily. Not much of an increase in noise and my "butt" dyno sez that it has a wee bit more throttle response.
#50
Mini-Madness has announced a new filter for the JCW airbox. Cleanable K&N-type velocity stack design - looks great.
http://www.mini-madness.com/index.as...ROD&ProdID=272
http://www.mini-madness.com/index.as...ROD&ProdID=272
Dudley