True Flow Filters, Good, Bad or Otherwise

[Suty]

I heard about the True Flow Air Filter and was wondering if anyone here was using one ? Or Had had some knowledge of this product. For all you Arizona boys , it's made up in Phoenix. Let me know what ya think, it's Foam and is suppose to be better than Cotton Gauze or Paper....Thanks , Tu Compadre de Tejas, Suty

[datrupr]

I have not heard of True Flow (http://trueflow.com/). But they seem pretty good. Anyone want to be the first to try one out?

[flyingwil]

I personally am using amsoil for all my filters. I hear more good about the amsoil, but I have also heard good about the True Flow.

When ever looking into replacing your factory filter, remember to consider things such as you MAF sensor, and try and figure out the side effects of using such as filter. Such was the case when I tried K&N. I got oil all the way up the air elbow. YUCK! I tend to check it frequently, after that, but all has been great with amsiol.

The foam filters are great for over oiling, you load 'em up with oil and blot the excess off. Done!

Good luck let us know what filter you end up with! And I hope it's not a Fram :exclaim:

[flyingwil]

Just looked them up a bit more. True flow filters are made by UNI filters. and there cheaper on the UNI website...http://www.unifilter.com/

I was comparing them with the Amsiol one and they are both a 2 stage and the UNI one is still a bit more $. I would go with the amsoil and use the money i save to buy some oil for that filter, IMO.

WIL

[Suty]

Wil, I already have a K&N, I was just look'n out for new products. I have been happy with mine ,but if there is something better out there I am all for it. I want to Thank You for your research into this.... Made by UNI , hmmm, go figure new color and different name = more money. Thanks, Tu Compa, Suty

[Scott Brady]

I just use the factory paper elements, and change them every oil change (5,000 miles with synthetic). I have the K&N in the Jeep.

I have never been a fan of the oiled filters. They require proper servicing to ensure safe filtering of the air.

I am not saying they are a bad choice, I just shy away from engine performance modifications in general.

[flyingwil]

I just use the factory paper elements, and change them every oil change (5,000 miles with synthetic). I have the K&N in the Jeep.

I have never been a fan of the oiled filters. They require proper servicing to ensure safe filtering of the air.

I am not saying they are a bad choice, I just shy away from engine performance modifications in general.

I really like the Foam Filters... I see many benefits of them.
Cleanable and re-usable - saves money on replacement filters
Full-depth filtration - stops and holds more dirt than conventional paper air filters
Improves airflow characteristics - up to 50% more air flow than pleated-paper
Helps extend engine life - effectively eliminates wear-causing airborne contaminants


I am using the amsoil 2 stage filter, and have not had any issues with ove oiling like preious K&N.
The filter is a dark foam with a sheen from being pre oiled for use right out of the package.

http://128.83.80.200/taco/filter1.jpg

A close up of the filter media shows the 2-stage construction with a more open foam providing pre filtering and denser foam for finer particles.
http://128.83.80.200/taco/filter2.jpg

From the back you can see the metal structure that insures the filter holds it's shape.
http://128.83.80.200/taco/filter4.jpg

When it get's dirty I just clean it with soap and water. Let it dry then reoil and blot off excess oil with a paper towel. Quick and easy.

[MaddBaggins]

On the 80 series tech section of www.Ih8mud.com most of those guys are very uptight about changing anything in the engine. There have been whole threads about how bad any air filter other than stock is.
That being said, when I am wheeling down dusty roads I use OEM paper filter. When I am running highways or city I use K&N. The general feeling on MUD is that anything hi-flow will let to much crap get past thus causing premature engine wear. I have no problem with the K&N, just don't over oil it and my personal opinion is that it actually works better when it is a little dirty, so don't constantly clean it.