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Are K&N filters really worth it??

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby bumblebee » Fri Dec 25, 2020 12:09 pm

Nothing wrong with the NGK Iridium
They will last for a damn long time

Remember plugs , filter , oil, fluid, tyres , brakes ,fuel, etc are all consumables item

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby CJVR08 » Fri Dec 25, 2020 12:14 pm

bumblebee wrote:Nothing wrong with the NGK Iridium
They will last for a damn long time

Remember plugs , filter , oil, fluid, tyres , brakes ,fuel, etc are all consumables item


So NGK rather than DENSO? yeah I'm just thinking what I can service myself

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby bumblebee » Fri Dec 25, 2020 12:33 pm

Either or
Whatever you can lay your hands on easier
My preferred choice is NGK

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby CJVR08 » Fri Dec 25, 2020 1:53 pm

bumblebee wrote:Either or
Whatever you can lay your hands on easier
My preferred choice is NGK


Do I need a special socket wrench for the plugs???

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby bumblebee » Fri Dec 25, 2020 2:20 pm

Define "special" ?
I have a Crescent tool kit that has two different sized plug socket and one of these does the trick
The plug socket has from memory a small rubber grommet in the bottom of it
Other then that , nothing special about the socket

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby CJVR08 » Fri Dec 25, 2020 2:23 pm

I only have a small socket set with different sizes for normal bolts ? Do I need a specific size or tool to undo the spark plug?

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby CJVR08 » Fri Dec 25, 2020 2:43 pm

Do I need to buy a separate tool???

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby CJVR08 » Fri Dec 25, 2020 3:53 pm

What size is it like mm

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby bumblebee » Fri Dec 25, 2020 4:22 pm

The spark plug socket I use is a 5/8 of an inch
They are a deep socket and have a rubber grommet in them that help protect the top of plug and help grip it so it doesn't fall out so you can insert it with out the plug dropping off and damage to the electrode happen
No doubt you can get them for under $10 at Autobarn or Supercheap auto

Did a quick check and this should do the trick

https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/too ... 21326.html

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby CJVR08 » Fri Dec 25, 2020 7:32 pm

Yea looks like I need a longer/extension to reach the spark plug, I got the cover off and the coil...

Do coils need to be replaced every so often?

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby lancerdarryl » Fri Dec 25, 2020 7:58 pm

Only need to replace coils when they malfunction......I've replaced one on a customer car they are ultra reliable
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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby CJVR08 » Fri Dec 25, 2020 8:01 pm

Well spark plugs I want to do because no idea when they were done last and thinking about iridium

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby bumblebee » Fri Dec 25, 2020 8:07 pm

Have you replace the air cleaner as well or if it K&N given it a good clean also ?

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby CJVR08 » Fri Dec 25, 2020 8:15 pm

Not yet replaced air filter

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Re: Are K&N filters really worth it??

Postby CJVR08 » Fri Dec 25, 2020 8:38 pm

bumblebee wrote:Have you replace the air cleaner as well or if it K&N given it a good clean also ?


K&n is a bit dear?
Or will the K&n last a really long time?
What other brand should I get?


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