K&N Air Filter Fitting

[Vins25]

Hey guys, I wanted to put a K&N air filter to my 2008 GTI , but my friends told me that the only way to install the filter is by taking the cover off..

I dont want to take the cover off:iono: , I want the car to look a bit cool when u open the hood:yikes:!

So any DIYz? Ideas on how maybe cut the cover or smthng

Thnx

 

[kirbz09]

You mean the engine cover right? It's pretty simple to remove the cover. I'm almost certain you can take it off then put it back on after installing the filter. I've never done it myself but I've read about how to install it. Here's two DIY instructions on how to do it:

http://www.swankmonkey.com/vw/jetta/2006/remove_engine_cover/

http://www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=378

 

[fjowner]

are we talking about the stock replacement filter?

 

[Fernas]

are we talking about the stock replacement filter?

This.

K&N does have a replacement filter wich its installed the same way as the OEM filter, just lasts longer and claims better air flow, keyword "claims", ill keep the OEM version better.

Most CAI´s if not all have their own piping wich means you would have to remove the cover, i think the APR one just change the first part of the air box and you can keep almost the whole engine cover, just with some minor cutting.

 

[bhmkv]

Shoulda went itg if doing only a filter. But yes its easy to change and maintains the factory look.

 

[FiXXXerX]

This.

K&N does have a replacement filter wich its installed the same way as the OEM filter, just lasts longer and claims better air flow, keyword "claims", ill keep the OEM version better.

Most CAI´s if not all have their own piping wich means you would have to remove the cover, i think the APR one just change the first part of the air box and you can keep almost the whole engine cover, just with some minor cutting.

I didn't think you had to cut anything to fit the APR Carbino (Assuming this is an 2008.5 or below)...

Doesn't look like it... but I could always be wrong