Probably the easiest first modification you could do to any car, Pipercross replacement panel filters are a great first step in helping your car breath more freely. Pipercross foam is layered in a format that catches different particles at different levels.
Where are Pipercross filters made?
Northampton, England
Pipercross has been making high performance air filters for the motor sport and domestic markets for over 25 years. Based in Northampton, England, Pipercross is situated in the country along with some of the biggest names in Motorsport engine design and manufacture in the world.
Do Pipercross filters need oil?
A range of Pipercross air filters use an oil element, this requires the dirt retention additive following cleaning.
What does an air induction kit do?
Induction kits do away with the air box completely and include bigger cone, dome or tube shaped, high quality air filters that channel even more oxygen into the engine, thus maximising performance and amplifying the rumble of your engine for all to hear.
What is in an air filter?
An air filter is usually made of a spun fiberglass material or from pleated paper or cloth enclosed in a cardboard frame. It’s basic function is to clean the air that circulates through your heating and cooling system.
Do high flow air filters work?
When your air filter is clogged then your vehicle suffocates, in a sense. And if your engine is getting more air, then it can perform better. In fact, a high flow air filter can actually increase your horsepower by about 3 to 5 HP and increase your torque as well.
How do you clean a pipercross Viper?
Pipercross Cleaning Instructions
- Remove excess dirt by gently brushing the filter.
- Apply cleaning additive (C9003 or C9000) liberally.
- Flush the filter out with warm water from the clean side of the foam to the dirty side.
- Allow the filter to dry naturally (do not apply any heat to the filter!!)
How much HP does an induction kit add?
So if you can get cooler air into your engine, your car will be able to mix more fuel with that air, making more power. Combine that with the more air through the larger and less restrictive filter and intake tube and you can see up to a 10-15 horsepower increase.
Does an air induction kit use more fuel?
Do induction kits add fuel economy? This generally means you get more power from your fuel but if you adjusted your driving style, to use less throttle and settled for your previous power figures, you can get improved mpg with induction kits.
What material filters air the best?
Spun fiberglass is an affordable and reliable resource for filtering air and trapping contaminants. Fiberglass is excellent for trapping large contaminants, such as dust and pet dander, and it often helps maintain superior air flow. Many HEPA filters are made primarily from fiberglass.
