What aftermarket drop-in filter are you guys using with stock airbox?

135forthewin · 02-25-2010, 03:26 PM

I believe S&B filters manufacture both the "Macht Schnell" and "BMS" filter, and they used to produce the "Helene Streamline" filter also.
IMO, your best bet is buying the BMS filter. Highest quality and one of the lowest prices, where can you go wrong?

http://www.burgertuning.com/bms_dropin.html

jibaholic101 · 02-25-2010, 06:16 PM

Macht Schnell in my airbox right now, i love it, made the intake much louder

bluemoon · 02-25-2010, 06:52 PM

K&N Panel filter. I've used them in my last three cars with never a problem.

///M1 · 03-04-2010, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 135forthewin

I believe S&B filters manufacture both the "Macht Schnell" and "BMS" filter, and they used to produce the "Helene Streamline" filter also.
IMO, your best bet is buying the BMS filter. Highest quality and one of the lowest prices, where can you go wrong?

http://www.burgertuning.com/bms_dropin.html

Is this really the case??? Same manufacturer, but one is $59, other is $89???

135forthewin · 03-04-2010, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ///M1

Is this really the case??? Same manufacturer, but one is $59, other is $89???

I'm currently waiting on confirmation from the manufacturer, S&B Filters.
However, if you look at pictures the build of the filter, they appear very similar.

As for the different colors of the filter, that's just the oil applied to filter. Identical to each other in every way except color.

Taken from http://www.sbfilters.com/Support/FAQ :
"4. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE RED AND BLUE OIL USED ON A FILTER?

The color is the only difference between red and blue oil. You can purchase the Precision Cleaning & Oiling Kit in either color and achieve the same great results."

///M1 · 03-05-2010, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by 135forthewin

I'm currently waiting on confirmation from the manufacturer, S&B Filters.
However, if you look at pictures the build of the filter, they appear very similar.

As for the different colors of the filter, that's just the oil applied to filter. Identical to each other in every way except color.

Taken from http://www.sbfilters.com/Support/FAQ :
"4. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE RED AND BLUE OIL USED ON A FILTER?

The color is the only difference between red and blue oil. You can purchase the Precision Cleaning & Oiling Kit in either color and achieve the same great results."

Thx, mate. That's very helpful. Kindly keep me appraised of your findings. I am eager to dump the stock filter in exchange for one with better flow characteristics (do not believe in the dual open air intake thingies). If I get a CAI, it will be Dinan's or an enclosed one operating on a similar principal. Cheers

///M1 · 04-26-2010, 11:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 135forthewin

I'm currently waiting on confirmation from the manufacturer, S&B Filters.
However, if you look at pictures the build of the filter, they appear very similar.

As for the different colors of the filter, that's just the oil applied to filter. Identical to each other in every way except color.

Taken from http://www.sbfilters.com/Support/FAQ :
"4. WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE RED AND BLUE OIL USED ON A FILTER?

The color is the only difference between red and blue oil. You can purchase the Precision Cleaning & Oiling Kit in either color and achieve the same great results."

135FTW: did you ever get confirmation? Thx

BMW86 · 04-26-2010, 11:52 PM

Anybody know which drop in filter is the loudest... AFE, Macht Schnell or K&N?

I really like the sound of the intake only wish it was a lot louder. Any suggestions?

AussieRacer · 04-27-2010, 01:31 AM

BMC for me. Nearly every Formula 1 team using them, and I've seen an F1 filter up close and it looks identical (except in size...) to the BMC ones.

MadMan77 · 04-27-2010, 05:40 AM

I am running a K&N here and haven't had any issues with it. There shouldn't be with any type of drop-in either unless it is over-oiled or has a manufacturing defect.

///M1 · 04-27-2010, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 135forthewin

I believe S&B filters manufacture both the "Macht Schnell" and "BMS" filter, and they used to produce the "Helene Streamline" filter also.
IMO, your best bet is buying the BMS filter. Highest quality and one of the lowest prices, where can you go wrong?

http://www.burgertuning.com/bms_dropin.html

Went ahead and ordered the BMS filter (along with the USB cable needed for the JB3 2.0v upload). Terry did confirm, 'his' filters are manufactured by S&B.

Will let you guys know if there is any noticeable pickup in sound.

jeremyc74 · 04-27-2010, 06:11 PM

Best drop in? OEM all the way.

eleven11 · 04-29-2010, 11:35 PM

Anyone know of N55 applicable options available now?

HP Autosport · 05-06-2010, 01:14 AM

Don't forget the ITG Tri-Foam filter.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...&highlight=itg

Sylon · 05-06-2010, 02:20 AM

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Originally Posted by eleven11

Anyone know of N55 applicable options available now?

+1, I sent a new product notification request with K&N for when they develop a drop-in for the N55. All it'll do is send me an email if and when they develop one.

Tom and Nick, have you guys heard anything from aFe or MS on new filters for the N55? Is there really any difference in filter size between the N54 and N55?

///M1 · 05-06-2010, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 135forthewin

I believe S&B filters manufacture both the "Macht Schnell" and "BMS" filter, and they used to produce the "Helene Streamline" filter also.
IMO, your best bet is buying the BMS filter. Highest quality and one of the lowest prices, where can you go wrong?

http://www.burgertuning.com/bms_dropin.html

I got the filter from BMS, the box comes directly from S&B Filters. Funny how the same filter can cost 50% more from one outfit to the other...

vrod · 05-06-2010, 11:30 AM

K&N panel filter as well. I've used them in the past and never a problem.

tom @ eas · 05-06-2010, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Sylon

+1, I sent a new product notification request with K&N for when they develop a drop-in for the N55. All it'll do is send me an email if and when they develop one.

Tom and Nick, have you guys heard anything from aFe or MS on new filters for the N55? Is there really any difference in filter size between the N54 and N55?

Not yet - but I'm sure they're coming soon.

HP Autosport · 06-11-2010, 02:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eleven11

Anyone know of N55 applicable options available now?

Yes, a foam version will be out in 4-5 weeks from HP Autowerks, Inc.

eleven11 · 06-11-2010, 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HP Autowerks

Yes, a foam version will be out in 4-5 weeks from HP Autowerks, Inc.

Sweet. Thanks for the update.

HP Autosport · 06-30-2010, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by eleven11

Sweet. Thanks for the update.

Our N55 high-flow filter is ready for on the car testing!

Chrisbox · 08-19-2010, 01:05 AM

With any of the drop-in filters, can you hear the DV?
It Might sound corny, but I like to hear the PSHHHT between shifts, and with no intake options for the N55 yet, I have no choice but to use a drop in.

02-25-2010, 03:26 PM	#23
135forthewin Lieutenant 48 Rep 546 Posts Drives: sideways Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: U.S. iTrader: (0)	I believe S&B filters manufacture both the "Macht Schnell" and "BMS" filter, and they used to produce the "Helene Streamline" filter also. IMO, your best bet is buying the BMS filter. Highest quality and one of the lowest prices, where can you go wrong? http://www.burgertuning.com/bms_dropin.html __________________ Legal Disclaimer: Anything I or anyone else says about my vehicle on this website(1addicts.com or any affiliated or nonaffiliated sites), pertaining to modifications, is only to gain acceptance from my/our peers, and does not actually represent anything actually existing on my car, and thus, cannot be held against me in any issues, i.e. warranty claims, that may arise.
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02-25-2010, 06:16 PM	#24
jibaholic101 Brigadier General 158 Rep 3,496 Posts Drives: women wild Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Charleston, SC iTrader: (0)	Macht Schnell in my airbox right now, i love it, made the intake much louder __________________ some italian, german, and japanese ones; and on order more of the same
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02-25-2010, 06:52 PM	#25
bluemoon Private First Class 10 Rep 189 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Chicago Suburbs iTrader: (0)	K&N Panel filter. I've used them in my last three cars with never a problem.
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BMW86 Major General 398 Rep 9,156 Posts Drives: RS3 Sedan / Macan S Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Anybody know which drop in filter is the loudest... AFE, Macht Schnell or K&N? I really like the sound of the intake only wish it was a lot louder. Any suggestions?
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04-27-2010, 01:31 AM	#31
AussieRacer Major 24 Rep 1,058 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Aust iTrader: (0)	BMC for me. Nearly every Formula 1 team using them, and I've seen an F1 filter up close and it looks identical (except in size...) to the BMC ones. __________________ Current: 135i Auto, Le Mans Blue - w/ Bridgestone RE-11 rears, GP Thunder 7500k angels, & "golf tee" mod plus a few M3 suspension bits and pieces...
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MadMan77 ↓↓↓ Ex-Con ↓↓↓ 34 Rep 1,874 Posts Drives: Jet Black '08 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Yigo iTrader: (1)	I am running a K&N here and haven't had any issues with it. There shouldn't be with any type of drop-in either unless it is over-oiled or has a manufacturing defect. __________________
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04-27-2010, 06:11 PM	#34
jeremyc74 Banned 76 Rep 5,970 Posts Drives: '08 135i Montego/Terra Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Evansville, IN iTrader: (0)	Best drop in? OEM all the way.
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04-29-2010, 11:35 PM	#35
eleven11 Major 370 Rep 1,425 Posts Drives: -F85 X5M- Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Derby City iTrader: (0)	Anyone know of N55 applicable options available now? __________________ 2017 X5M - Current 2017 F31 Wagon - Current 2014 M5 ZCP - Retired 2011 135i Coupe - Retired 2007 335i Sedan - Retired
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05-06-2010, 11:30 AM	#39
vrod Enlisted Member 3 Rep 41 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: chicago iTrader: (0)	K&N panel filter as well. I've used them in the past and never a problem.
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Chrisbox Roundel OCD 2 Rep 9 Posts Drives: F32 435i Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	With any of the drop-in filters, can you hear the DV? It Might sound corny, but I like to hear the PSHHHT between shifts, and with no intake options for the N55 yet, I have no choice but to use a drop in. __________________ Past: 1989 E30 325is, 1999 E36 M3, 2005 E46 M3 ZCP Subframe Horror Show, E82 N55 Current: Volvo V70 T5M, 86 Mustang Notch, 2014 435iX
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