| Author | Message | ||
| '75 308 GT4 (Peter)
Intermediate Member Username: Peter Post Number: 2457 Registered: 12-2000 |
The filtering media of the Baldwin has a very tight weave. The K&N relies on the oil to catch particles and its media has a very open weave (the claims of increased HP are a result of "better" air-flow). Although, what's stopping the particles from flying past the oiled gauze of the K&N? Well, I'm sure only a small amount would slip past, but why allow that in the first place?... | ||
| Jerry W. (Tork1966)
Member Username: Tork1966 Post Number: 409 Registered: 7-2001 |
Peter, what makes you say that the Baldwin has better filtration? | ||
| Barry Wolinsky (308gtb)
Member Username: 308gtb Post Number: 386 Registered: 2-2002 |
Peter, Thank-you for posting those pictures. I follwed the debate and, in the end, decided not to install the K&N. It's nice to know Baldwin makes an appropriate air filter for the 308 as well. There's a large truck service station near my office that's an authorized Baldwin distributor. Barry | ||
| '75 308 GT4 (Peter)
Intermediate Member Username: Peter Post Number: 2452 Registered: 12-2000 |
After the K&N filter debate a few months ago, I decided to try out the Baldwin PA2094 air filter for my GT4. After my first drive with it today, I can say that there is no difference between the seat-of-the-pants feel of acceleration, cruising, or the sound of the carbs with this Baldwin and the K&N. I suppose the only difference is the better filtration of the Baldwin. From bottom to top: UFI, K&N and the Baldwin  Detail of Baldwin's construction. Just like their other air-filters:  Good fit in the air-box:  |