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Old 12-05-2004, 11:10 AM
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99 E300 Turbodiesel K&N Part number needed

I cannot find the part number for my car to get the K&N. However, I do know that it is there because someone has mentioned that they have one but I don't know the part number. TIA

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Old 12-05-2004, 01:35 PM
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Can I ask why you want a K&N filter? I'm not an expert by any stretch, but I do believe your turbocharger already supplies the engine with an over-supply of air in its stock form. An aftermarket filter should provide you with zero performance benefits and possibly less filtration. It's your money to spend as you see fit, but I don't think this item will provide any appreciable ROI. YMMV
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Old 12-05-2004, 02:40 PM
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I suppose because my air filter will need a change and I wanted one that is washable. Not so much as to gain any real HP out of it
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Old 12-05-2004, 03:25 PM
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Accel makes 'Kool Blue' filters that are completly washable.. Im not sure as to filtration next to K+N though. Why dont you see if they have one that fits?
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Old 12-05-2004, 06:59 PM
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I cannot find the part number for my car to get the K&N. However, I do know that it is there because someone has mentioned that they have one but I don't know the part number. TIA
Just lookin' for problems. Many people with these filters on even the E320 and 420/30's have experienced MAF failures.

I wouldn't advise. The OEM filters are pretty decent and aren't too expensive.
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Old 12-05-2004, 07:05 PM
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the oil in the filter will clog up your mass air flow sensor and you will have to replace it. get a stock filter, it's just better in this case.
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Old 12-05-2004, 07:17 PM
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I wouldn't recommend a K&N on a car with a MAF sensor.
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Old 12-05-2004, 07:34 PM
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K&N's are a bad idea for MB's the oil will ruin the MAF sensor. Not to mention they let a lot of dirt through.
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Old 12-05-2004, 11:15 PM
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OK. Guess I'll drop that idea then. thanx everyone
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Old 12-06-2004, 07:28 PM
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Bought me a geniune MB air filter today.
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Old 12-06-2004, 08:37 PM
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Bought me a geniune MB air filter today.

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