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Hi there, anyone know if there's a K&N air filter available for the V6 Atlas? It's typically the first thing I add to any new vehicle I get, but I can't find it listed?
I looked today and they are finally listed for sale. Been waiting 6 months for them to come out! My friends swear by these, but it will be interesting to compare gas mileage. I've tracked mine with Fuelly since mile #3.K&N rep said they are in the works but no ETA yet..
I just installed the K&N in my Atlas, and I was shocked at what I saw on the stock filter. For some reason, in addition to the std paper filter, there was a large air-porous foam layer added on top of the paper part of the intake. I'll post the photo shortly, but it looked like batting/padding that you would find inside a couch pillow.More noticeable results would be found from a full system, but I don't know if we'll see that kind of support for the Atlas. The most important difference with an aftermarket filter is that they can last forever with proper maintenance.
No not at all. I guarantee it restricts air. Standard common physics. As simple as trying the breath through a pillow Vs breathing through a shirt, which one would I choose in order to keep free flowing air volume, the shirt.^^^Sarcasm? Unlikely to restrict it at all...
I've used these on other vehicles. Did you notice better performance and/or better gas mileage after installing on your Atlas?I just installed the K&N in my Atlas, and I was shocked at what I saw on the stock filter. For some reason, in addition to the std paper filter, there was a large air-porous foam layer added on top of the paper part of the intake. I'll post the photo shortly, but it looked like batting/padding that you would find inside a couch pillow.
My friend and I had the same thought - it looked like the factory had left packing material on the filter when it was installed.
No. A little more noise at WOT acceleration is about all plus I have one filter for life. Any performance gains are v. small and would only be noticed/measured on a dyno if they are even there. MPG increase, no way and certainly not measurable if there.I've used these on other vehicles. Did you notice better performance and/or better gas mileage after installing on your Atlas?
Thanks for the info. I may end up going this route down the road. Definitely post back if you start noticing mpg increases etc.No. A little more noise at WOT acceleration is about all plus I have one filter for life. Any performance gains are v. small and would only be noticed/measured on a dyno if they are even there. MPG increase, no way and certainly not measurable if there.