Air Intake Defined:
Your vehicle’s
air intake does exactly what it sounds like it does—intakes air. Simply put, internal combustion engines are large air pumps, bringing in air through the air intake system and blowing it out through the exhaust system. Theoretically, more air coming in equals more engine power and efficiency. So, if you’re looking to add performance, you can look into a Performance Air Intake and Filter right here at AutoAnything. Of course, if racing isn’t your thing, we also have the factory-replacement air intakes built specifically for your vehicle’s needs. Plus, we offer parts like an air
intake vacuum hose, flame traps, flame trap hoses, flame trap nipples and air cleaner mounts—everything you need to bring the fresh air into your engine.
Air Filter Defined:
Air filters removes abrasive particulate matter like dust and dirt from the incoming airstream headed toward your engine. Because of the tight tolerances and intense friction between moving parts, it is extremely important to keep incoming air as clean as possible for your internal combustion engine.
Types of Air Filters:Automotive air filters are most likely crafted of paper, foam, or cotton. The exclusive choice for most auto manufacturers is the pleated paper filter element. Paper filters cost little and are very effective at keeping dirt out of the engine. Most paper filters are disposed of at the end of their lifecycle, when the dust and dirt has significantly clogged the element.
Foam and cotton air filters are more likely to be found as aftermarket and performance products. Aftermarket manufacturers maintain that foam and cotton flow higher volumes of air than paper elements, thus adding more power and efficiency to the engine. One indisputable claim is the fact that foam and cotton filters are reusable for the life of the vehicle. Most aftermarket filters can be cleaned with special solvents after certain mileage intervals and reinstalled. This means only one filter is used for the life of the car, thus keeping trash out of the landfills. If you need a replacement air filter, we have a wide selection of both performance and aftermarket air filters for you to choose from.
Replacing Your Vehicle’s Air Filter
Replacing your factory air filter is one of the easiest jobs to do in the world of automotive repair. It usually involves lifting the hood, locating the
car air box, and popping a few clips to remove the lid and expose the filter. Pull the old filter out, drop the new one in, refasten the lid, drop the hood—continue motoring.
Common Air Intake & Air Filter Components
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