okay i know nothing about cars so please help me, where exactly is the air filter. and what is a good air filter to get. i have a 1999 2.8 quattro 30v

 

it's in the front passenger side of ur engine compartment, it looks like a box (hence the name "air box)...you just need to take off a couple clips or screws to take the cover off...put a K&N air filter in there

it'll cost ya like $40, there's a link on this forum to find them

 

oo ok, thanks alot

 

no prob, or if it's easier just go to a local autozone, they can help you there

 

yup thats what ill probably do

 

Dont do K&N... for the 2 hp you'll gain, you risk destroying your MAF. The oil from the K&N filter gets sucked in from the intake, and covers the mass air flow sensor... which can cause it to malfunction.

Just replace it with an OEM paper filter.

 

only get a K&N if you are a car enthusiast. You don't sound like an enthusiast (not yet at least, heh).
Buy a basic paper filter and be done with it... $12.

 

www.rockauto.com

sells mann and mahl air filters. They also carry NGK platinum spark plugs and OEM pollen filters.

 

I consider myself an enthusiast... and my K&N filter is coming OUT in the next few days. I bought a paper filter to replace it with... my car came with the K&N. I honestly doubt I could possibly notice a difference, and will sleep better knowing my MAF is safe from any further "oiling"

 

You will need a higher flow filter if you mod your car. Moreso if you have an exhaust system... You will notice more gains. Will the less flowing paper filter you will not get enough air to flow the boost you need.