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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 05:43 PM
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Are you better off getting a CAI with a oiled filter or a non-oiled filter?
 
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 06:16 PM
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It's a matter of personal preference, after doing the appropriate research.
Personally, I prefer the oiled variety, but that's just me.
 
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 08:32 PM
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Thanks!!! I wasn't sure if there was a big difference!!! Other than just oiling one!!
 
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 09:49 PM
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I run a K&N which uses a light oil in the mesh. It seems to work well.
 
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Thanks!!! I have been looking at the k&N!!! Somebody also mentioned the Alta CAI!! So many choices
 
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Old Mar 6, 2011 | 10:45 PM
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Originally Posted by minics07
Thanks!!! I have been looking at the k&N!!! Somebody also mentioned the Alta CAI!! So many choices
i dont have my mini to test and give you a solid review yet but alta has had amazing reviews and they are really good with customer service with members of this forum
 
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