re: Advice on K&N Filters

["PAT MARTIN" <MARDKINS@msn.com>]

I would only get the K&N if you are already going to replace your air filter.  
I would not go through the hassle of replacing it for "performance gains".  I 
did not notice much or any difference by going to the K&N.  The exhaust and 
timing are your first improvements.  I really went to the K&N for its service 
life.  Its plenty safe for the engine.
Pat Martin
864000csq 2 1/2 cat back, H&R-Boge,advanced and loving it.  Drilled and 
stopping it.  Koenig Cobra 16x7 with AVS Intermediates, K&N.
95 subaru legacy 
Bothell, Wa.
     Hi Guys,
     Just a quick note. How good are K&N filters, I mean what kind of
     performance increase are we talking about? I don't race or anything
     but would like to have some extra performance on my 4kcsq. Are they
     relatively safe for the engine?

     Thanks in advance

     Saqib