Dry Drop-In Filter

MadMan77 · 10-14-2008, 08:10 PM

Okay, I am just checking the horizon for a dry element drop-in filter. Are there any out there yet or in the works? I have never been a fan of oiled K&N-type air filters.

I have been searching but haven't seen or heard anything yet. Hopefully someone has.

Redbeemer · 10-14-2008, 10:29 PM

I believe Afe has one in their new Pro Dry series.

MadMan77 · 10-14-2008, 10:39 PM

The problem is they don't even have the 135 listed on their site or I am just looking in the wrong area.

bluemoon · 10-15-2008, 01:09 PM

I noticed AFE Pro Dry S Air Filters for the 135i listed at the autoeverything.com website for $74.00 plus free shipping.

Here's the direct link: http://www.autoanything.com/air-filt...0A3086409.aspx

Select the Pro Dry Filter option to see price.

arrutled · 10-15-2008, 01:41 PM

helene performace has a good streamline filter that most people on here prefer over K&N and AFE.

mistermojorizin · 10-15-2008, 02:13 PM

the streamline filter is oilded right?

btw, i've realised that some people perhaps think that "streamline" is a synonym for "drop in" - its not, its actually the name of a defunct company. HP now makes the (not "a") streamline filter.

Red135 · 10-15-2008, 02:15 PM

Yes, it is oiled.

Redbeemer · 10-15-2008, 02:45 PM

Yeah, if you don't want an oiled filter, then the helene is not for you. Check the AFe Pro Dry.

tom @ eas · 10-15-2008, 02:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arrutled

helene performace has a good streamline filter that most people on here prefer over K&N and AFE.

While Streamline might not have the marketing budget like K&N and aFe, Streamline filters have a well proven reputation on from the M3 crowd.

- Streamline has deeper pleats than aFe and K&N
- Streamline has almost twice as many plies of cotton than aFe and K&N
- Streamline has less urethane bleed onto the filtering media

We use nothing other in our vehicles. :smile:

MadMan77 · 10-15-2008, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redbeemer

Yeah, if you don't want an oiled filter, then the helene is not for you. Check the AFe Pro Dry.

I have yet to find anything on aFe's website in regards to a dry drop-in filter for the 135. The 135 is not even listed in the BMW drop down selection and the 335 doesn't even have any products available for it.

Maybe you can point me in the right direction.

MadMan77 · 10-15-2008, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tom@eas

While Streamline might not have the marketing budget like K&N and aFe, Streamline filters have a well proven reputation on from the M3 crowd.

- Streamline has deeper pleats than aFe and K&N
- Streamline has almost twice as many plies of cotton than aFe and K&N
- Streamline has less urethane bleed onto the filtering media

We use nothing other in our vehicles. :smile:

Yes, but it is an oiled filter, correct?

tom @ eas · 10-15-2008, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadMan77

Yes, but it is an oiled filter, correct?

You are correct.

MadMan77 · 10-15-2008, 03:19 PM

Ok, well back to hoping and looking unless Redbeemer can point me to the elusive dry drop-in from aFe.

SV Concepts III · 10-15-2008, 03:31 PM

Yep, you can go with the aFe Dry Drop in Filter. We've got these in stock for your car as well

Here is the link you requested: aFe High Performance Drop in Filter

MadMan77 · 10-15-2008, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick@Jlevi SW

Yep, you can go with the aFe Dry Drop in Filter. We've got these in stock for your car as well

Here is the link you requested: aFe High Performance Drop in Filter

Thanks. I visited your site but did not click that link since I assumed it was oiled like the rest of them.

135forthewin · 10-15-2008, 04:57 PM

not trying to threadjack, but your wesbite (jlevisw) states that install "Installs in less than 20 minutes using factory mounting points"
Does installing the filter involve more than pulling out the stock filter and placing the new one in its place?

SV Concepts III · 10-15-2008, 05:33 PM

Nope, it's just a direct replacement for the stock filter and includes installation instructions

Redbeemer · 10-15-2008, 05:46 PM

Wondering why you are "not a fan of oiled type filters"? They have been around for a long long time and used in everything from VW's to Porsches and Ferraris. Until pretty recently, they were about the only type of aftermarket high performance filters available for most cars. I think even the AFe data shows that the oiled filters flow a bit better than the dry ones.

MadMan77 · 10-15-2008, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Redbeemer

Wondering why you are "not a fan of oiled type filters"? They have been around for a long long time and used in everything from VW's to Porsches and Ferraris. Until pretty recently, they were about the only type of aftermarket high performance filters available for most cars. I think even the AFe data shows that the oiled filters flow a bit better than the dry ones.

Because their "performance" depends on how well they are oiled. If there is not enough oil, dirt gets through and if there is too much oil, you restrict air flow. Not to mention the fouled sensors if you do not clean them over time.

There is a new option now; dry cotton filters that you can just wash and not have to oil.

ModBargains.com · 10-16-2008, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by MadMan77

Okay, I am just checking the horizon for a dry element drop-in filter. Are there any out there yet or in the works? I have never been a fan of oiled K&N-type air filters.

I have been searching but haven't seen or heard anything yet. Hopefully someone has.

I believe AFE carries drop-in filters for your 1-series. PM me if you're interested in placing an order. We are a huge distributor for AFE products

audi2bmw1 · 10-17-2008, 06:04 PM

as i cant confirm(dont have my 1er yet should be here end of month) people say that we dont have a MAF sensor and the ecu gathers its data all from the MAP sensor..now since these sensor measure different data idk about that....can someone please confirm if the 135i has a MAF sensor? if we dont then the oiled filters shouldnt create a problem.......

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arrutled Colonel 104 Rep 2,474 Posts Drives: Olsa Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Western Mass iTrader: (0)	helene performace has a good streamline filter that most people on here prefer over K&N and AFE. __________________ AW 135i w/ blackette, performance short shift kit, BMW alarm, Performance rotors, APEX ARC-8 wheels, Direzza Star Spec 235/275, Dinan stage 3 suspension, M3 wishbones/tension rods/front sway/rear subframe bushings and thats all folks!
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mistermojorizin Lieutenant Colonel 40 Rep 1,657 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	the streamline filter is oilded right? btw, i've realised that some people perhaps think that "streamline" is a synonym for "drop in" - its not, its actually the name of a defunct company. HP now makes the (not "a") streamline filter. __________________ "KOPEYKA" /// Titanium Silver / Black Leather / Gray Poplar / Sport Package / Premium Package / 6MT / Feb 08 Production
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Redbeemer Ne Plus Ultra 88 Rep 264 Posts Drives: Portimao Blue 2022 M240iXdrive Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas iTrader: (0)	Yeah, if you don't want an oiled filter, then the helene is not for you. Check the AFe Pro Dry.
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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)	Ok, well back to hoping and looking unless Redbeemer can point me to the elusive dry drop-in from aFe. __________________
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SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	Yep, you can go with the aFe Dry Drop in Filter. We've got these in stock for your car as well Here is the link you requested: aFe High Performance Drop in Filter
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135forthewin Lieutenant 50 Rep 546 Posts Drives: sideways Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: U.S. iTrader: (0)	not trying to threadjack, but your wesbite (jlevisw) states that install "Installs in less than 20 minutes using factory mounting points" Does installing the filter involve more than pulling out the stock filter and placing the new one in its place?
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SV Concepts III Lieutenant General 375 Rep 17,017 Posts Drives: BMW Duh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Santa Clara iTrader: (13)	Nope, it's just a direct replacement for the stock filter and includes installation instructions
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Redbeemer Ne Plus Ultra 88 Rep 264 Posts Drives: Portimao Blue 2022 M240iXdrive Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas iTrader: (0)	Wondering why you are "not a fan of oiled type filters"? They have been around for a long long time and used in everything from VW's to Porsches and Ferraris. Until pretty recently, they were about the only type of aftermarket high performance filters available for most cars. I think even the AFe data shows that the oiled filters flow a bit better than the dry ones.
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audi2bmw1 Lieutenant 21 Rep 513 Posts Drives: 09 montego 135i/acura vigor Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: IN iTrader: (0)	as i cant confirm(dont have my 1er yet should be here end of month) people say that we dont have a MAF sensor and the ecu gathers its data all from the MAP sensor..now since these sensor measure different data idk about that....can someone please confirm if the 135i has a MAF sensor? if we dont then the oiled filters shouldnt create a problem....... __________________ 09 135i montego blue 6speed..RR catch can,CDV,DCI intakes,stett charge pipe and tial bov, the above mods are not installed on my car, i just want to seem cool Devils own water/meth dealer-PM me for info former car/ 2001 audi TT ~290bhp :w00t:
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