Tuning K & N filter...

[Ben2693]

I found this on ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FIAT-PUNTO-1-...arParts_SM?hash=item439a4bdd1e#ht_1558wt_1165

I noticed it just replaces the standard filter which makes things easier

but i wasn't sure if it gave a sporty sound or not

 

[Captain Mike]

It won't give you a better sound.

a focus induction kit is cheaper and will give you better sound and performance gains

 

[1PuntoCarl2]

the shape of it is wierd...

doesnt look it'll 'suck' air.

so im gna hazard a guess and say it'll be crap...

 

[Ben2693]

@captain mike

ok mate ... I was reading post earlier on the focus induction kit and seems all gd

@1PuntoCarl2

Its that shape as it fits inside the original fiat airfilter box

 

[1PuntoCarl2]

@captain mike

ok mate ... I was reading post earlier on the focus induction kit and seems all gd

@1PuntoCarl2

Its that shape as it fits inside the original fiat airfilter box

is it?

well the standard air filter seems a little restricted so imo i think this K&N will be too...

get a focus mate, im hopefully getting one soon.

 

[Ben2693]

@1PuntoCarl2

yeh i guess it will be

when you get the kit post a video on here so we can see what i sounds like

 

[Teeejaii]

I found this on ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FIAT-PUNTO-1-2-8V-1999-2005-K-N-AIR-FILTER-KN-NEW_W0QQitemZ290351471902QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item439a4bdd1e#ht_1558wt_1165

I noticed it just replaces the standard filter which makes things easier

but i wasn't sure if it gave a sporty sound or not

all that is .. is a diffrent filter for your big black box,
proberly wont even make a difference.
you are better off getting a mushroom induction kit to just put on top of your punto providing you have a 1.2 or 1.4 standard punto mk2 ... or just get a focus induction kit with a air filter on the end

 

[Ben2693]

@TeeJayMk3

Where could i find a mushroom filter to suit my car?

Fiat Punto 1.2 8V

 

[BisonX]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/98-02-Ford-Fo...arts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item58861dc2b7 will this be fine to fit in a mk2 1.2 8v engine ?

 

[dave]

you are better off getting a mushroom induction kit to just put on top of your punto providing you have a 1.2 or 1.4 standard punto mk2 ...

they loose power.
nothing wrong with the replacement filter it will have a better flow than a standard paper one but no more noise

 

[MikeSalt]

K&N filters are great quality, and this will improve performance over the paper filter, provided you clean and re-oil at the required intervals (but even then, the effect may be too small to notice). The negative press associated with K&N on these forums is to do with their induction kit design. In fact, any induction kit that sits on the top of the engine is going to lose power.

If you go the Focus induction kit route, do make sure you put the filter somewhere cold, and try to route the silicone pipe away from the head. You will also need to source an extended breather hose too. If you cannot be bothered with that hassle, then fit the best instead. Custom made specifically for the Punto, by a clued-up member of this forum.

 

[imapctuk]

@1PuntoCarl2

yeh i guess it will be

when you get the kit post a video on here so we can see what i sounds like

This is what they sound like, but without the rattling sound

 

[Ben2693]

Hi all,

Blimey thanks for all these replies

The Mushroom Filter is definitely out of the question no point losing power

The Filter replacement i found i guess is again useless so that's a no

The Focus Induction kit sounds and looks good but needs to be mounted in the best way, Making sure it lets cold air in rather than hot

erm the GSR kit is a expensive kit but I guess if its the correct one as such and its made for the punto..

I think its gonna be a split between the Focus induction kit and the GSR

 

[MikeSalt]

I think its gonna be a split between the Focus induction kit and the GSR

I guess that leaves you two paths of expenditure...

Get the Focus kit (£40), then wish you had bought the GSR kit, so sell the Focus kit (-£15) and get the GSR kit (£159)
Total Cost: £184

Or get the GSR kit from the start, and be happy
Total Cost: £159

 

[Captain Mike]

I guess that leaves you two paths of expenditure...

Get the Focus kit (£40), then wish you had bought the GSR kit, so sell the Focus kit (-£15) and get the GSR kit (£159)
Total Cost: £184

Or get the GSR kit from the start, and be happy
Total Cost: £159

Nope I still don't wish I bought the GSR

 

[Ben2693]

Hmm i guess the Focus kit looks to be the One

 

[BisonX]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/98-02-Ford-Focus-DOHC-Racing-Air-Induction-Intake-Kit_W0QQitemZ380207219383QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM?hash=item58861dc2b7 will this be fine to fit in a mk2 1.2 8v engine ?

will this work guys ?

 

[Ben2693]

@Bison X

Yes that will work follow the guide in punto section

you will need a Breather pipe though

erm check the guide for exact stuffs you need

 

[Ben2693]

here's the link mate

https://www.fiatforum.com/punto-guides/157789-fitting-focus-induction-kit-8v-1-2-punto.html

 

[Cheyn reaction]

Hi guys,

Just a quick question...how much does fitting an induction kit increase the insurance or has everyone 'forgotten' to mention this ?

I ask cos im looking to fit one.

Thanks everybody!