roseng Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 I would like to buy the Airaid filter. There are two models SynthaMax dry filter 542 cfm and SynthaFlow oiled filter 820 cfm. There is a difference in the cfm (cubic foot per minute). Which filter is better for Shelby 2012? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barspen Posted December 28, 2014 Report Share Posted December 28, 2014 Oil ones last a lot longer, but requires cleaning (simple green and water for me) and re-applying oil every so often (30K miles). Some dry ones require no maintenance except running a vacuum over it to pull up the dust and chunks of dirt. Dry variety typically doesn't last as long. I believe AirRaid offer a dry, washable type, which might be a good option. http://www.airaidsales.com/article-synthaflow-and-synthamax-explained.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SHLBY EH Posted December 29, 2014 Report Share Posted December 29, 2014 Not sure if my reply helps you at all but I installed 10-13 GT500 REPLACEMENT SYNTHAMAX AIR FILTER - BLUE and have not had any issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KB12 Cobra Posted December 30, 2014 Report Share Posted December 30, 2014 This is a good question about the airaid filter, I too would like to know the difference and which one is better/higher performance. I run a K&N on my 2012 shelby and I'm thinking about going the airaid route. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawwy600 Posted January 1, 2015 Report Share Posted January 1, 2015 I've been using the Airaid non oiled filters for 4 years without issues. If you want to increase performance I would look at upgrading the intake with a larger MAF, however that would also require a new tune. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dismantle Posted January 2, 2015 Report Share Posted January 2, 2015 If you go off their site the dry cleanable filters are very and i mean very close to the MotorCraft spec that is available. The Oiled versions you see a significant air flow increase with the AirAid just like you see with the drop in K&N. I am looking to order a dry one in blue since it will look cool under the hood and give me time to clean my K&N. It also helps make sure I don't end up with oil on the sensor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barspen Posted January 3, 2015 Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 ... It also helps make sure I don't end up with oil on the sensor. I was concerned with oil on the MAF as well. But if you do some homework, you'll see this isn't really a problem. Unless you completely overdo it, oiled filters work great. Following directions from the manufacture, you just need to get the pleats a little damp and let the oil soak in. I moved from stock papaer, to AirRaid dry, to S&B oiled for my 127'' CAI. No issues with any of them. Gets down to personal preference on color, cleaning and\oiling frequency. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobra 07 Posted January 3, 2015 Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 If you go off their site the dry cleanable filters are very and i mean very close to the MotorCraft spec that is available. The Oiled versions you see a significant air flow increase with the AirAid just like you see with the drop in K&N. I am looking to order a dry one in blue since it will look cool under the hood and give me time to clean my K&N. It also helps make sure I don't end up with oil on the sensor. I took off the butt ugly yellow filter off my14 and installed a dry blue Airaid - sure looks a ton better & works good - I have heard its easy to over oil the wet filters and cause problems with the MAF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SHLBY EH Posted January 3, 2015 Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 I took off the butt ugly yellow filter off my14 and installed a dry blue Airaid - sure looks a ton better & works good - I have heard its easy to over oil the wet filters and cause problems with the MAF I have a wet K&N drop in for my 2003 Mach 1 for over the last 6 years and - so far - have never had the issue of over oiling. I believe like what was indicated earlier by barspan to follow the manufacturer specs and all will be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoffrey McCash 50962 Posted January 3, 2015 Report Share Posted January 3, 2015 I gave both dry and oiled version. The oiled version looks better and will last longer when cared for properly. Dry version loses its color quicker. Air raid tech states the dyno hp difference as tested is nominal with a very slight edge over the dry version ( less than 1 hp). Go oiled for better results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dismantle Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 Shelby and Bars are right if you follow the instructions you wont have a problem with over oiling the filter. I like having a clean one on standby though always have it might have something to do with my dirtbike riding in the past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pue174 Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 I installed the blue syntha max airaid and I am more than happy with it Very easy cleaning instructions clean let dry install Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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SHLBY EH Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 Blue looks right in my engine bay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KB12 Cobra Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 IMG_0953-2.JPG pue174, you have a very clean engine/supercharger setup. What kind of charger are you running? It looks good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pue174 Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Thanks KB12 Its the Ford Racing Whipple 2.9L kit Took me a while to find the correct afraid to fit, but found one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Thanks KB12 Its the Ford Racing Whipple 2.9L kit Took me a while to find the correct afraid to fit, but found one I have the Whipple 2.9L (polished) too and that's the reason I've never contemplated using a filter other than what comes with the kit. What part number did you end up with, and is it a Airaid? TIA, Phill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pue174 Posted January 6, 2015 Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 Yes airaid synthamax part# 703-469 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pue174 Posted January 15, 2015 Report Share Posted January 15, 2015 Hi KOna Would you by chance know your voltage with engine running? I am running 15.2 volts just curious if yours is high. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted January 15, 2015 Report Share Posted January 15, 2015 Hi KOna Would you by chance know your voltage with engine running? I am running 15.2 volts just curious if yours is high. I don't remember if I've ever checked it or not. 15.2v is a little high if at 2500. If at idle, it's WAY TOO HIGH. 14.8v @ 2500 RPM is considere max voltage. Are you cooking your battery? Does you battery pass a load test? Phill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pue174 Posted January 15, 2015 Report Share Posted January 15, 2015 just cooked a battery couple months ago thats how I found out it was high I am at 15.2 from idle to redline If you get around to it can you check yours and let me know. Thinking it might have to do with the whipple tune. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2010KonaBlueGT Posted January 16, 2015 Report Share Posted January 16, 2015 just cooked a battery couple months ago thats how I found out it was high I am at 15.2 from idle to redline If you get around to it can you check yours and let me know. Thinking it might have to do with the whipple tune. Thanks Yes, I'll see if I can get it within the next few days. Temps have been single digit and supposed to get into the low 50's this weekend so I'll try to get it for you. I have the (Ford Racing Perf. Parts) Whipple 2.9L tune too so should be a good example. You might want to remind me come Sat. a.m. though. Send me a text at 719-313-8481 to remind me (don't always check forums or e-mail on weekends). If you call, I won't answer because I won't have your number in my address book so caller ID will only show your number. Phill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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