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I call BS on a 2.5MPG improvement from installing an air filter that isn't any more freeflowing than the stock Donaldson. If it was that easy everyone would do it, this is just marketing lies.

But hey if you're into truck bling and like rebuilding turbos, go for it.

 

I know it is not the same but I installed one of their FIPK Generation II kits (#57-2525-2) on my 2003 5.4L CC 2wd super duty. I have seen a increase in MPG hand calculated between fill ups (and with the ScanGaugeII as backup) is 1.05 MPG increase. Although not a lot it is almost 29 extra miles per tank and for me that is pretty good. It has been around 1200 miles so far and I have been closely monitoring the MAF for dirt and dust both before and after it and I can honestly say there isn't anymore then when I was using the stock system and ford filter. Also the tubing leading up to the throttle body has been clean and fine dust free as well with a white glove test. I have noticed it pulls a little longer before kicking down out of OD going up hills and is more responsive from stop lights. Nothing dramatic like K&N claims but I do feel a difference. After another month I will upgrade the factory Y pipe and see what if anything that does. The best part is I DIDN'T pay anywhere near $230+ for my kit. Mine was around $90 because it was a damaged box from a local retailer but had all the parts in the box. I probably wouldn't pay the full price for one but for $90 it was worth a try and I figured at worst I could recoup my money if I didn't like it. I do think the whole K&N HP claims are BS as well and the are too proud of their product pricing wise but overall for what I paid and how it performs I am happy.

 

I think FTE Editors need to find better writers. And stop spamming K&N junk in their forums.