air pannel filter or induction kit recommendations - R32OC

.:R32|SUNNY:. · 6th July 2009, 05:44 PM

Hi all,

i'm looking to turbo or supercharge my mk5 next year so in the mean time i was considering upgrading the air panel filter or an induction kit but i'm not too sure on which would be good for the car as mine is completely factory stock.

i've heard some people say panel filters work very well on mk5's and some say induction kits work better, so abit of a dilemma.

any help or links to what to buy would be greatful and appreciated

Thanks

Sunny

Mattchaps · 6th July 2009, 06:26 PM

If you're going to be saving for a turbo, is it worth doing anything at the moment?

If you are desperate to change it then just stick an ITG panel filter in it for now!

Toffs · 6th July 2009, 07:22 PM

What Matt says!

Basically, save the money towards a turbo because whichever company you use will very likely want a certain filter (maybe even stock?).

Hilti · 6th July 2009, 10:03 PM

If you are saving for a turbo conversion, the panel filter would be less costly if it is to be replaced at a later date.

j

.:R32|SUNNY:. · 7th July 2009, 02:45 AM

cheers for the replies,
i've already got the money for a turbo or supercharge conversion, i'm just waiting for my warranty to expire march 2010 before i get that done.

could you post up link to where i can get the ITG panel filter from

Cheers

Mattchaps · 7th July 2009, 09:02 AM

This is what you need - Merlin Motorsport - MkV R32 Filter - ITG

nigp007 · 7th July 2009, 10:20 AM

This is what I have in mine, If you pop in they also fit it for free...

Tell Mikey I sent you if they say no...

Select Vehicle - JBS Auto Designs - Audi / VW / Skoda / Seat Performance Specialists

nigp007 · 7th July 2009, 10:21 AM

I know they are an easy install but I am a right spaka!!!!!

celica · 8th July 2009, 11:10 PM

nigp007, what is it that you have in yours? link doesn't take to specific area, but I see JBS sell Green filters

celica · 8th July 2009, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mattchaps

This is what you need - Merlin Motorsport - MkV R32 Filter - ITG

ITG is at £65, what's the cost of OEM?
For the extra cost, what benefits does it bring?

nigp007 · 9th July 2009, 08:59 AM

Green Panel Celica. Remember if you get a new filter keep your old one for when you need to clean the green panel.

celica · 9th July 2009, 11:47 AM

i had intakes on previous cars, mainly for noise, but it also gave better throttle response.

can't really see a panel filter giving me any favourable noticeable differences so will stick with stock

nigp007 · 9th July 2009, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by celica

i had intakes on previous cars, mainly for noise, but it also gave better throttle response.

can't really see a panel filter giving me any favourable noticeable differences so will stick with stock

Yep no difference to standard.

Supersprintuk · 11th July 2009, 06:43 PM

How about a BMC replacement element?

BMC Performance Air Filters