K&N/AEM Hybrid Intake Complete

boone · 01-22-2006, 11:13 AM

This is not another "what are you expecting to get from an intake?" threads.

Don't instigate because I don't care.

This is for anybody that already has a K&N intake and would like a better filtering, reusable element.

The lack of filtration by the K&N filter, the use of oil and possiblilty of over-oiling my filter later, prompted me to replace the K&N that came with the intake with an AEM DryFlow filter. No oil and it filters at about 99.35% (Filtration Test Results ) which is just slightly less than a paper filter. AEM has not yet come out with a Brute Force intake kit for the 2005 Tacoma. I had already (as many have) bought the K&N kit. So this was the next logical step.

I used AEM part # 21-204DK which is a 5" long element with a 3.5" inside diameter inlet. The K&N Aircharger (63-9025) also has a 3.5" inside diameter inlet. I had to use a 3" pipe coupler (3.5" outside diameter) from Lowe's for $1.80 in order to connect the two parts. I used the existing hose clamp from the K&N kit to connect the coupler to the intake tube. The AEM filter came with a hose clamp that I in turn used to fasten the filter to the coupler. There is about a 1 inch section of the white coupler that is showing between the two clamps. When the weather is warmer I will either cut down the coupler or paint it black. The construction of the AEM DryFlow filter is very rugged. Intake sounds about the same and now I have no concerns about oil damaging my MAF.

(Yes, the sticker adds about 10 HP.)

turbos17 · 01-22-2006, 11:24 AM

Nice job...I haven't switched over yet...but let me know if the performance and sound/tone are the same between the two?

boone · 01-22-2006, 11:28 AM

Sounds about the same. Maybe a little deeper. Throttle response is the same.

I've had it on for about a week now.

BillBrasky · 01-22-2006, 03:57 PM

Where can a brother find one of those? Just anywhere, or do you have a link?

Looks good, btw.

***Dana_15*** · 01-22-2006, 05:37 PM

No one can argue about the looks of your install, looks excellent.

Turtleboy · 01-22-2006, 06:31 PM

nice install and great write up!

Bigblue · 01-22-2006, 07:56 PM

Hey Boone!! Looks great. Good job.

boone · 01-23-2006, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcatman

Where can a brother find one of those? Just anywhere, or do you have a link?

Looks good, btw.

Thanks for the comments guys.

I bought mine from these guys: http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/sale...s/part/DryFlow

You would want this one, "Universal 3.50" Short Neck 5" Element, 171358".

There are a few other sites that have them as well. I think I saw them on autoanything.com or maybe performanceparts.com.

NESW20 · 01-23-2006, 06:51 PM

i would highly recommend horsepowerfreaks.com to anyone who is looking to buy pretty much anything for any vehicle.

i have purchased MANY parts from them and they're always quick and have good customer service.

-Mike

***lotust*** · 08-22-2006, 06:20 AM

Hey boone. What is the size of the K&N intake tube? Why not just attach the AEM right to that with no adapters? AEM makes all inlet sizes

boone · 08-22-2006, 07:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lotust

Hey boone. What is the size of the K&N intake tube? Why not just attach the AEM right to that with no adapters? AEM makes all inlet sizes

Well you have to have some adapter. It will fall off otherwise, just ask TrdTacoma84.

You could use the K&N adapter and get the AEM with the 6" inlet. I think MADTACO used this one. He used the 9" element which looked too long but I guess he fit it in somehow. I would get the 5" long element myself.

There is no wrong way. Do whatever you want. This has worked for me for over 6 months with no problems and excellent filtration. Sturdy as hell.

TrdTacoma84 · 08-22-2006, 01:09 PM

HEHHE mine kept on falling of beacuse i used a 2.5 inch coupling and it wasnt holding both the filter and kn tubeing on tight. So that was my mistake but i went with the same filter boone got, and i when i finally got the 3.5 drain coupling from lowes it works like a charm no more falling off. BY they way when the filter isnt on there you feel a big difference its werid.

BankStreet · 08-22-2006, 01:51 PM

how much did it cost and can you get these for a 4 cylinder?

boone · 08-22-2006, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jstratton1984

how much did it cost and can you get these for a 4 cylinder?

You would need to get this intake ( check eBay): http://www.knfilters.com/search/prod...x?Prod=63-9026

Then follow the directions above. The AEM DryFlow filter will cost you an additional $50 including shipping.

***lotust*** · 08-22-2006, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boone

Well you have to have some adapter. It will fall off otherwise, just ask TrdTacoma84.

You could use the K&N adapter and get the AEM with the 6" inlet. I think MADTACO used this one. He used the 9" element which looked too long but I guess he fit it in somehow. I would get the 5" long element myself.

There is no wrong way. Do whatever you want. This has worked for me for over 6 months with no problems and excellent filtration. Sturdy as hell.

Thanks