Survey: How many use K&N air filters?

[Superkwan]

I'm considering switching over to K&N air filter because I heard so many good things about them. How many of you use a K&N air filter in your Q45, and is it worth the switch?
Thks!
Superkwan
'02 Q45S

[loystock]

Welcome to NICO.

I stick to the regular air filter. Oiled air filter can gum up air intake components - MAF sensor, TB, etc., causing driveability issues.

[BadQ45t]

Just do not do it, many people have had big issues.....I use one in my 84' 300ZX and have been using one for over 10 years, but the Q is not a good fit. Stick to OEM.

[paranoidjack]

Haven't used them, but heard many members complain of MAF issues that get filthy from them.

[lino]

Welcome to Nico

Here are some threads you may want to read regarding what's been discussed in previous threads regarding K&N filters. I found them by doing a Search only from the Q45 section. You'll find that there's tons of great info and reading will prove to be very beneficial:

MAF Sensor/ Air Filter question
post4754292.html

Q won't pass smog
post5637602.html

MAF Sensor query
post5225414.html

Havn't found cold air intake for 2002 Q45???
post5025829.html

98 Q Terrible Gas milage
post5033092.html

I think I need a new MAF, key word is 'think'. Your thoughts...
post4773882.html

What's your MPG?
post4433132.html

Another MAF Cleaning Question
post4346223.html

‘02 Exhaust
post4076395.html

Regular Gas in my Q45 - Experiment.
post3623938.html

Cold Air Package/ ICC
post3780514.html

Dropping the 0-60 on the first gen?
post3604705.html

Q45 stumbles @ exactly 3000 rpm
post3502614.html

Intake question
post3486968.html

Y33 need new air filter, should I go with K & N or OEM ?
post3482385.html

Fixed MAF in spare time and an airbox observation...
post2951350.html

1994 G50/Q45 Cold Air Intake prototype finally built
post2626280.html

Learn something new everyday...
post2590000.html

Here it is -my 1992 we just got...
post2568306.html

Cleaned AAC iac iacv and created a new problem (q45tech used one before realising)
post1970435.html

New '94 Q45 owner, looking for some info-
post1770008.html

Got Ping ? Mad Max 78 degree a/c on
post1751621.html

Air filter study
post1650202.html

1/4 ET Drag Strip
post1623560.html

Removed My K&N Cone Went Factory
post1435834.html

Q45 intake system to K&N
q45-intake-system-to-k-n-t138463.html

K&N or paper filter. Which is better at filtering air?
k-n-or-paper-filter-which-is-better-at- ... 25191.html

97+ Q45 Cold Air Intake Group buy!
post316513.html

MODDING/Maintenance Questions For a 1993 Q45
modding-maintenance-questions-for-a-199 ... 20628.html

[Superkwan]

Wow! I'm so glad I ask--thanks everyone for your imput.

Does anyone recommend a good paper air filter; amsoil, ac delco, etc?

[Skibane]

The Nissan OEM filter is of superb quality, and not all that expensive when ordered online. Order half a dozen of 'em, and the shipping costs become insignificant.

InfinitiPartsUSA has good prices and customer service for online orders - and they also carry the other Q45 maintenance essentials (i.e., cabin A/C filters, fuel filters, hoses, belts, etc.).

[BadQ45t]

I second that, as a person that usually wants to "upgrade" the little things you can to get another horse or two, the OEM is very well made. I order 3 at a time which lasts me a hell of a long time but they are way cheaper from IOS then the local stealership.

[lino]

I'm using the Genuine one too. I believe the oem part number for the air filter for your car is 16546-AR000. If you go to link Skibane provided you with for Infiniti of Scottsdale, you can enter the part number and see their price which is $15.62.

[Superkwan]

Perfect- I'm sticking with the OEM!
Thanks again to everyone for all your great imput.