Which Car Air Filter is Best? Let's find out! Fram, K&N, Wix, Purolator, & AC Delco showdown

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Project Farm

Project Farm

Күн бұрын

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@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for everyone who requested testing air filters and please let me know which brands you want tested in the next round. Also, here's the list of the ones I tested. Thanks again! Products Tested In This Video (in no particular order): EPAuto: amzn.to/3lbyw9E WIX: amzn.to/3aQloBN Fram: amzn.to/3j1stm0 AC Delco: amzn.to/3j2J5tv Purolator: amzn.to/2Qc3pwl K&N: amzn.to/3aJlTh8 K&N Cleaning Kit and Oil: amzn.to/2Qb3Kzk
@mediomorde4511
@mediomorde4511 4 жыл бұрын
Please also compare the K&N oiled filter to an AEM DryFlow. I am really curious to see the differences between an oiled and dry performance filter.
@wyattbielert2929
@wyattbielert2929 4 жыл бұрын
I'd love to see a donaldson powercore added to the premium filter test. big rigs use them as stock OEM equipment
@TheDTAnderson
@TheDTAnderson 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah I don’t know how you would test oil filters but it is good info to know and since you did Oil already.
@stoney696969
@stoney696969 4 жыл бұрын
auto1tech.com/ they seem to have good prices, and the website looks good, but I don't want to be fooled like Fram.
@baileyboy7567
@baileyboy7567 4 жыл бұрын
Amsoil and Red Line, all products across the board, please. Oil, oil filter and air filter. GREAT videos !
@SVMSICE
@SVMSICE 4 жыл бұрын
If KZbin channels got awards, I would nominate yours for “Most Useful Channel”. 💯
@patb5266
@patb5266 4 жыл бұрын
For sure!
@CR4ZYxRY4N
@CR4ZYxRY4N 4 жыл бұрын
How do we highlight this comment
@jonjudice1155
@jonjudice1155 4 жыл бұрын
I second that motion, plus many more awards, also if he quits youtube is all but dead to me
@hardlyb
@hardlyb 4 жыл бұрын
I'd second the motion.
@jroberts7387
@jroberts7387 4 жыл бұрын
Definitely agree. He deserves an award for the amount of time and effort that gets put into his videos
@Not_Loading
@Not_Loading Жыл бұрын
We've legitimately used this man's videos to change what kind of tools and parts etc that we use on the generators we build at my work, his videos have actually solved some issues we've been dealing with and helped make our products better. Can't give any better praise than that
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks so much!
@markharootunian775
@markharootunian775 Жыл бұрын
True! Project Farm is AWESOME!!!
@samuelstewart38
@samuelstewart38 Жыл бұрын
VERY IMPRESSIVE!!! 😂😂
@V211-q4g
@V211-q4g 11 ай бұрын
I used his car battery recommendation yesterday over Consumer Report's evaluation and recommendation. I like how he shows you how he tests things.
@reeksreeks3017
@reeksreeks3017 10 ай бұрын
Wow. Talk a bout making a difference.
@bjg770
@bjg770 4 жыл бұрын
After all his hard work, he still makes time to respond to every comment. Best KZbinr ever! Thank you sir!!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
I try! Thanks for watching!
@johnm.runyon3682
@johnm.runyon3682 4 жыл бұрын
BJ G I don’t know how he does it. Seems like a good guy and looks like he had one heck of a farm.
@valimake6827
@valimake6827 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm i like the way you do the tests! Great content!
@chaseschlafmann1239
@chaseschlafmann1239 4 жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing when I posted. Definitely didn’t think I’d get a response. But love these videos!
@justinclark6053
@justinclark6053 4 жыл бұрын
For real!!!
@PatrickMallahan
@PatrickMallahan 10 ай бұрын
I just wanted to come back and say thanks for taking the time to do this. There are so many misinformed people and I was one of them before this. I share this video at least once every three months when discussions about air filters and cold air intakes comes up.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 10 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
@dackbowland1876
@dackbowland1876 4 ай бұрын
I have a front ram true cold air intake with a k&n filter on my 1uz.. fight me!
@joshuamoore1091
@joshuamoore1091 4 жыл бұрын
This guy has a gift. And he doesn't bother us with too much talking. He just gets to the point and tells you what you need to know. I've come to this channel a few times and I haven't wasted anytime with his videos. Very nice and informative. I am grateful!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that!
@josephbarrerareyes
@josephbarrerareyes 4 жыл бұрын
That's why I'm here.
@joshuamoore1091
@joshuamoore1091 4 жыл бұрын
Maybe my gift is to appreciate others and encourage them in their tasks toward greatness. Huzzah. I found something that I'm good at!
@rstuff1605
@rstuff1605 4 жыл бұрын
If you notice when you install a filter, there is guides made from glue sometimes (guess it keeps the pleats together). Put that side towards the intake pipe I have put it the other way and ran less efficiently because of turbulence (more noticeable with bigger air box or pipes) but they are less restrictive.
@77.88.
@77.88. 4 жыл бұрын
God gives each one of us gifts to use, this guy was given the whole bushels full!
@ADVlife287
@ADVlife287 4 жыл бұрын
Let’s just appreciate this guy helping answer these age old questions
@willb3018
@willb3018 4 жыл бұрын
For sure. This is literally one of only two channels to which I subscribe that I never miss a video. Really useful and valuable info.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@jamesleesley
@jamesleesley 4 жыл бұрын
No kidding on the age old questions.
@douglasdarby8584
@douglasdarby8584 4 жыл бұрын
Make sure you show your support by donating to his Patreon account. This guy buys a bunch of products to test.
@JaykeBlayde
@JaykeBlayde 4 жыл бұрын
It's amazing how many products are out there with false claims.
@chipdeschenes6184
@chipdeschenes6184 4 жыл бұрын
I was an air filter engineer for many years a long time ago at one of the brands you tested. You do a great job, as always and I applaud your very logical and thoughtful approach. However, I'd like to make a few comments about this report. 1. Flour or powder do not make good test mediums. They tend to agglomerate, and in any case do not compare well with industry standard contaminants. 2. During testing, an even distribution of contamination introduction is critical. Thus, semi-random placement of the test medium can drastically affect the test outcome. A typical test set-up involves an aspirated cloud of contaminant for more consistent and even dispersal to assure a more realistic particle size distribution. 3. Industry standard contaminant particle size is inversely proportional to particle count. In fact, the number of particles increases dramatically (exponentially) as size goes down. 4. Engine wear potential is attributable to particle make-up, i.e. Is it silica or organics, etc., and quantity. Thus, engine wear risk drops dramatically with particle size. Internally moving engine parts, especially rings & valves, are not usually affected by very small particles in small quantities. Five microns is about 1/100000 inches. Concern for wear begins around 10,000 microns or below .005". 5. Flow is generally concentrated in any filter, despite shape and flow diverting techniques used. Placement of contaminant on the filter media by hand is less realistic. 6. Contamination which agglomerates will increase pressure drop and increase contamination removal efficiency giving erroneous results. As a function of actual wear potential, the K&N, though inefficient according to your test, may actually be the best protector because of its affinity for the larger silica particles seen in real life. Still, your test report is very persuasive! Thank you for reading!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
@mebe2k
@mebe2k 4 жыл бұрын
Smear some petroleum jelly on the clean side of your air cleaner, run a paper filter for a week, see how much it lets through, then do the same with a K&N...the petroleum jelly will be full of gritty crap...I will never use a K&N filter again.
@chipdeschenes6184
@chipdeschenes6184 4 жыл бұрын
@@mebe2k I would say your petroleum jelly test is brilliant! We used a Coulter Counter wafer downstream of the filter to catch what passed through and this was very effective, especially in measuring particle size distribution. The really small stuff was impossible to filter without serious pressure/flow loss. But, K&N elements were never tested, way back then. Great suggestion you made!
@baconmunchers629
@baconmunchers629 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Chip D - What brand would you buy for your own vehicle?
@chipdeschenes6184
@chipdeschenes6184 4 жыл бұрын
@@baconmunchers629 My best recollection is Fram and Purelator were always top performers but I really have no idea how they compare today. When you take the physics into consideration of what is happening, it is generally true a greater pressure drop is indicative of contamination buildup, thus further suggesting your engine is being protected. Also, the number of pleats in the filter media reduces pressure drop from the outset by lowering the cfm of air per square inch, assuming no major differences in the media itself. I would elect to use the filter with the most pleats (most media) and significant pressure drop with increasing contamination. I don't believe the engine's output is noticeably compromised with one inch of water pressure increase and, in any case, I'd rather know I was protected. Cars can run without oil filters for years, as long as the oil is changed regularly. But, contamination entering the engine through a poor filter directly affects the combustion area! Air filtering is much more important than oil filtering!
@ericchill864
@ericchill864 5 ай бұрын
I really appreciate that I can come back and watch years later as a reference. Blessings
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 5 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@raymondbergeron3384
@raymondbergeron3384 4 жыл бұрын
I now consider YOUR tests more authoritative than ad's, testimonials, or endorsements. Thanks!
@The-art-9
@The-art-9 4 жыл бұрын
If products had a stamp saying “project farm tested” I’m buying
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@kevinhadap6463
@kevinhadap6463 4 жыл бұрын
Likewise.
@etdizzle10
@etdizzle10 4 жыл бұрын
*SUCESSFULLY PASSED Project Farm test, lol.
@jamesalbright6155
@jamesalbright6155 4 жыл бұрын
Hey he could do that, alot of companys charge corporations for tests on there products vs competition
@BassFishingAddictions
@BassFishingAddictions 4 жыл бұрын
Honestly though
@trumanbeal5668
@trumanbeal5668 4 жыл бұрын
This channel is more valuable than consumer reports. Seriously. Also, my two brands coming out on top was awesome
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@ruizhernandeztrustfi
@ruizhernandeztrustfi 4 жыл бұрын
Consumer report sucks dude.
@akaichen7352
@akaichen7352 4 жыл бұрын
Agree
@lamont1979ss
@lamont1979ss 4 жыл бұрын
K&N takes bronze... I can live with that!
@DoubleTap702
@DoubleTap702 4 жыл бұрын
You can never go wrong with Purolator or WIX products.
@shiftwrenchrepeat
@shiftwrenchrepeat Жыл бұрын
As a mechanic/ owner operator of a small shop, and a youtuber myself, I love this channel, always very through and well planned out! Stay awesome 😊
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
Thanks and you are welcome!
@eastsideozzy
@eastsideozzy 4 жыл бұрын
I trust this guy so much that now I just hit "like" on the videos when they start. He's helped me narrow down age old questions.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@borginator1493
@borginator1493 4 жыл бұрын
Hah, I do the same exact thing man.
@Infection3d
@Infection3d 4 жыл бұрын
@robert retka same
@Infection3d
@Infection3d 4 жыл бұрын
@robert retka yep! That would be a test to find the most intimidating blades. 😁
@TaigaXZ
@TaigaXZ 4 жыл бұрын
The amount of effort and detail that goes into your experiments is top-notch
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@michaeldymott5214
@michaeldymott5214 4 жыл бұрын
I have to agree 100% Thank you, Project Farm! I love all of your videos!
@rsnerd008
@rsnerd008 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm nasa could take notes from your testing methods!
@dadofalltrades5225
@dadofalltrades5225 4 жыл бұрын
By far, the best KZbin channel I've ever seen. As a head of household, father and handyman, your videos have benefited me the most and helps me to make better decisions with the products I buy. Can't thank you enough for that!
@peterlattimore6013
@peterlattimore6013 4 жыл бұрын
Also makes your family confident in your knowledge... just don't let them know ya got the knowledge from the "farm"... lol
@esatd34
@esatd34 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah. Informed consumer is the feared consumer. Make the companies fear us!
@nickcichos2336
@nickcichos2336 2 жыл бұрын
As others have mentioned, would love to see something similar done with cabin air filters. Keep up the great work!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.
@Aragon714
@Aragon714 Жыл бұрын
Need this ❤
@libertystuffnthingsreviews829
@libertystuffnthingsreviews829 Жыл бұрын
​@@ProjectFarmI agree!
@blumatrix
@blumatrix 10 ай бұрын
This would be great! Thanks for all of your testing!!
@allgaming4045
@allgaming4045 4 жыл бұрын
Let’s just respect the fact that he counted all those pleates
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
@paulgeorge9614
@paulgeorge9614 4 жыл бұрын
ALLGAMING404 😂😂
@timnelson5037
@timnelson5037 4 жыл бұрын
Definitely more patience than I have...
@glenniz1
@glenniz1 4 жыл бұрын
@@timnelson5037.....Farm is a Retired Airman! He was taught patience, and learned quite well!
@turtletube
@turtletube 4 жыл бұрын
Yes lol
@senorhippie2776
@senorhippie2776 4 жыл бұрын
This by far has been the best channel I've ever found. I remember when it was all seafoam and epoxy and a couple thousand subs. You sir deserve an award for all your hard work and dedication. Best content from any testing channel.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@NR-yn4zx
@NR-yn4zx 4 жыл бұрын
Yes agreed. Almost of his contents are similiar with my thoughts and what if
@honestguy7764
@honestguy7764 4 жыл бұрын
Project Farm That mower should be in a Museum.
@RoninMortifer
@RoninMortifer 4 жыл бұрын
Same here, and when he was testing all those lawnmower engines and all that, it was amazing how help he's been to us all these years
@rg7145
@rg7145 3 жыл бұрын
Straight to the point, no wasted 2 minute intro or fluff. Outstanding!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@georgesteffens7489
@georgesteffens7489 Жыл бұрын
I’ve used OEM or Wix for years in a variety of vehicles, so I am very glad the Wix did well. Really appreciate the passion and thoroughness you put into your videos. Looking forward to what’s next, take care!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@tallpaull9367
@tallpaull9367 Жыл бұрын
Wix vs Denso would be good to know
@OutsideCleaners
@OutsideCleaners 4 жыл бұрын
This guy has more credibility than anyone in our government.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@farmerjohn1365
@farmerjohn1365 4 жыл бұрын
I'm voting Project Farm for office
@Cluster-Duck
@Cluster-Duck 4 жыл бұрын
Project Farm I vote for you 2024
@medmuscle
@medmuscle 4 жыл бұрын
That's a low standard tho. I'm pretty sure that he isn't guilty of treason and wants steal from us while trampling on the constitution like today's politicians, from both left AND right.
@Pinkielover
@Pinkielover 4 жыл бұрын
thats not saying much.... this guy is my go to testing guy
@rob-v1y
@rob-v1y 4 жыл бұрын
Particle counter! Dude!! When I first started watching you ..you were like: Lets see how long this lawn mower engine runs on human pee! You are now outdoing Consumer Reports! God, I hope you are getting paid for this. Obviously...awesome job as usual!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@amsb4dafunk406
@amsb4dafunk406 4 жыл бұрын
He gets paid If The impatient mafakas don't skip the ads.
@potatojz38
@potatojz38 4 жыл бұрын
@@amsb4dafunk406 he gets paid whether you press skip ad or not, just like he gets paid even though I have premium and don't see any ads, but he still gets revenue off the view.
@thatcoalminer275
@thatcoalminer275 4 жыл бұрын
I would still enjoy seeing what all an engine can run on as well lol
@elvsrbad2
@elvsrbad2 4 жыл бұрын
But can a mower run on human pee? Now I need to know
@jbenekeorr
@jbenekeorr 4 жыл бұрын
I have nothing to add other than - I am SO grateful for the time and effort you put into these videos.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@GrotrianSeiler
@GrotrianSeiler Жыл бұрын
This channel has no equal. It is the best at comparing products out there. Respect
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@hidude8837
@hidude8837 4 жыл бұрын
You can literally see the sun moving, hours ticking off by the effort this man is putting from 7:27-8:40
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
@mawilkinson1957
@mawilkinson1957 4 жыл бұрын
And that's not including building the test fixtures. Call it days.
@bigalhague
@bigalhague 4 жыл бұрын
You really think 12 ten second pulls took hours?
@ChristopherT_
@ChristopherT_ 4 жыл бұрын
Just a suggestion, but maybe add something on your graphs that just clarifies if "lower is better" or "higher is better"
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion! Thank you
@ChristopherT_
@ChristopherT_ 4 жыл бұрын
@You Wish Thanks for the clarification
@MrTheHillfolk
@MrTheHillfolk 4 жыл бұрын
Airflow vs filtration , which do you want ? There's going to be a trade-off either way. About the only way to "gain" a little bit in both departments is to increase the size of the filter. Like an old v8, stack as many round air filter elements as you can. You'll maintain decent airflow with decent filtration for a longer period.
@Oblithian
@Oblithian 4 жыл бұрын
@@MrTheHillfolk To an extent. But, as some other tests have shown, design and material differences can be an improvement on both, compared to stock.
@billfishtank7192
@billfishtank7192 4 жыл бұрын
I've always had a suspicion he has an oil filter test in the works. But I cant be sure of course. You have to imagine running multiple brands of oil filters through the same vehicle for 3500 miles minimum takes time.
@Dj510O
@Dj510O 4 жыл бұрын
This channel is honestly the most useful and fundamental source for everyday applications.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@FireGuy22182
@FireGuy22182 2 жыл бұрын
So glad I watched this. Used to swear by K&N, had no idea the potential damage it was causing.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@Giambis
@Giambis Жыл бұрын
I’m at 15,000 mile oil change intervals on my Toyota Corolla and I’ve had a oiled K@N filter for over 100,000 of those miles. I have seen nothing atrocious in all the oil samples that I have sent off so I would not worry too much.
@mikebarnea4789
@mikebarnea4789 Жыл бұрын
@Green Monkey that's not really a good metric considering ingested air never comes in contact with motor oil. Biggest place you'll see the difference is in the intake track. Fine grit wearing on valve seats and guides. In other words, that yota will last maybe 200k? Where others might last 4-500k
@iamgermane
@iamgermane Жыл бұрын
Well ya it is pretty much free air flow to get more power.
@Grenyas
@Grenyas Жыл бұрын
I used to hang out on the TJ Wrangler forums often and the more experienced guys there would always talk trash about K&N filters being overpriced and not working well. That was before this video was uploaded. Looks like they were right.
@jedicazador
@jedicazador 4 жыл бұрын
I sell parts and recommend products based off your results with a recommendation that customers watch your videos. Thank you for what you do Sir.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@amarmot3635
@amarmot3635 4 жыл бұрын
Sure is nice to have a friend who’s an energetic, resourceful, imaginative genius
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@deathleprosy27
@deathleprosy27 3 жыл бұрын
I work at an auto parts store and I usually recommend customers buying WIX, over any of the other filters, watching this makes me feel better about my recommendations that I give out.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@deathleprosy27
@deathleprosy27 3 жыл бұрын
@@ronb6182 It’s not about having a customer pay more money the most expensive filter is a K & N depending on the car make it usually is about 50 bucks, Well mycrogard is the cheapest it doesn’t last long, for five bucks difference on a wix and for better quality you can’t go wrong.
@maxiomaxiom6169
@maxiomaxiom6169 3 жыл бұрын
😂
@monster-pq7ln
@monster-pq7ln 3 жыл бұрын
K&N are referred to rock catchers on a well known oil website, so I'm not surprised. Not surprised to know that Wix came out on top, but would have thought Fram would have done better. Their orange cans are low end, but the Ultra is a contender with some of the highest rated filters out there.
@Jon-us1bx
@Jon-us1bx 3 жыл бұрын
“Sizing up” is generally speaking not a good idea. There’s more that goes into a filter being “the right one” than the thread and the gasket.
@djbastetusa
@djbastetusa 6 ай бұрын
2 years ago I watched this but watching again because I need to replace the filter on my truck. So glad this channel is here
@devantetoppin7879
@devantetoppin7879 4 жыл бұрын
This channel is killing me. Like this dude does the most thorough testing on youtube imo well him and gamer nexus if you're into computers. He has the tools for freaking everything and the few things he doesn't have he creates himself. Then his scientific method is damn near flawless. I'm like this guy needs a lab coat and some googles at least that's what I keep expecting.
@tonycj7860
@tonycj7860 4 жыл бұрын
Some Bill Nye equipment!
@wiggitywhitefox
@wiggitywhitefox 4 жыл бұрын
For computer madness and facts it’s JayzTwoCents
@Nathan_Jay
@Nathan_Jay 4 жыл бұрын
Tech Jesus still needs to move out of his mom's basement 😂
@Bianks84
@Bianks84 4 ай бұрын
In 2024 your comment aged really well. GN has done so much for consumer advocacy in the last two years!
@neonaffliction
@neonaffliction 4 жыл бұрын
Cant wait till "Project Farm approved" stickers
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jimhojohn4806
@jimhojohn4806 4 жыл бұрын
@@BruceLortzHI yes!! This is how he can stay neutral and still make cash. Check into this dude.
@firstnamesecondname5341
@firstnamesecondname5341 4 жыл бұрын
Certainly would be nice to see a ‘verified by recognised consumer tester’ or something a kin to it. It’s how Thatcham in UK 🇬🇧 stated out, a group of car enthusiasts with their own money bought a bunch of steering locks and tested them for legitimacy against claims, they moved onto car alarms, immobilisers and then really took off. google Thatcham or check out the link kzbin.info
@simonManleeeee
@simonManleeeee 4 жыл бұрын
Take my money
@Rottidog68
@Rottidog68 4 жыл бұрын
Great idea! I could use some stickers for more horsepower.
@brodyadams04
@brodyadams04 4 жыл бұрын
One of the best review channels on KZbin. Don't ever sell out man! Thank you!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@brodyadams04
@brodyadams04 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm You are very welcome buddy!
@cbr600rx7
@cbr600rx7 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I have been saying it for decades that K&N is great for flow but terrible on filtration. I have seen many diesels with K&Ns come in with dusted turbo wheels (saw blading) with no obvious pre turbo air leaks. I avoid them on all my vehicles.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.
@vikasshelke5544
@vikasshelke5544 2 жыл бұрын
Good for airflow but bad for dust filtration , why even put filter when you can let entire gush of air in for best of performance .
@mechcommander7876
@mechcommander7876 Жыл бұрын
@@vikasshelke5544because you don’t want to risk your engine ingesting sand, rocks, leaves, potato chip bags, etc. You want a filter to prevent that but you want one with low restriction. Ideally a racetrack won’t be super dusty so fine filtration isn’t really needed.
@NASTYVIDS
@NASTYVIDS Жыл бұрын
Lol K&N filters are good at nothing.
@darylsmioth1904
@darylsmioth1904 Жыл бұрын
If someone has a diesel pickup for sale and states its had a K&N filter all its life I would RUN!
@mattcrook4978
@mattcrook4978 4 жыл бұрын
As the comments have shown, you've helped out so many people out by doing these tests. i hope you've never doubted yourself. thank you for saving me a lot of time, worry, frustration and hard earned money. You're a hero in my book. You and ChrisFix are definitely the most important Auto-Based KZbinrs. So many of us rely on your experience. You're doing an amazing job.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@menadionnassertamtama379
@menadionnassertamtama379 4 жыл бұрын
no Scotty Kilmer?
@cctrollz5706
@cctrollz5706 4 жыл бұрын
@@menadionnassertamtama379 Scotty kilmer used to be great but He's turned into a shill and just makes click bait now.
@paulstan9828
@paulstan9828 4 жыл бұрын
I’m like a neurotic raccoon when it comes air filters, oil filters and wiper blades always wondering who cleans the best. Super interesting.
@stephenwilson9883
@stephenwilson9883 4 жыл бұрын
Paul Stan same that’s hilarious. Already started shopping purolator so I can get the k&n out. Also Toyota oem blades on my wife’s Highlander are the best.... just took my rain-x off. You’re welcome
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
lol. Nice!
@yournightmareracing1754
@yournightmareracing1754 4 жыл бұрын
@@stephenwilson9883 Same, but Wix for me. Elite filtration and second best 0-60.
@sarahdell4042
@sarahdell4042 4 жыл бұрын
Nothing worse than cheap wipers!!
@samspace81
@samspace81 4 жыл бұрын
Ooo wiper blades is a great idea!
@rudager04
@rudager04 Жыл бұрын
You are literally the best at consumer reports!!!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@maxmclinden5933
@maxmclinden5933 3 жыл бұрын
100% most useful channel on KZbin, you deserve an award sir!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the nice comment!
@HDL_CinC_Dragon
@HDL_CinC_Dragon 3 жыл бұрын
At least he already has a Gold Play button! Time to get that Diamond!
@scottdman
@scottdman 3 жыл бұрын
I formerly worked for an automotive parts manufacturer that was represented in this testing. I find PF's testing approach to be VERY credible and findings very interesting. One thing to note, any engine air filter is actually MORE effective at filtering particulate with a bit of age/usage as the previously captured foreign material in the filter media increases the filter's own filtering capacity. That made sense to me during product training years ago, but would have never occurred to me beforehand. There's definitely an argument for NOT changing this filter prematurely as some of us enthusiasts are prone to do with "over maintaining" our vehicles. Just wanted to add this interesting factoid. Nice job PF, love your content!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
@motorenbastler9289
@motorenbastler9289 3 жыл бұрын
I build just for fun an air cleaner for home uses and i used an car air filter. Do they reduce also pollen in the air?
@TheNuclearBolton
@TheNuclearBolton 2 жыл бұрын
I guess that’s why Subaru recommends you change the engine air filter every 30,000 miles on the Ascents. I was about to change I at every oil change before I noticed the manufacturers instructions.
@ctsingletrack
@ctsingletrack 2 жыл бұрын
The filtration gets better as the filter gets saturated, but it also gets harder for the air to pass through.
@schlomoshekelstein908
@schlomoshekelstein908 2 жыл бұрын
same thing for pool filters, in fact they had a special dust you dump into the filter that coats it so it filters better
@extreemairsoft
@extreemairsoft 4 жыл бұрын
I second the oil filter test, we need to know!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion! Thank you
@4gauge10
@4gauge10 4 жыл бұрын
Amsoil is rated the number ONE oil filter. It's rated at 98.7% at 20 microns.
@extreemairsoft
@extreemairsoft 4 жыл бұрын
All ratings are presumed false until tried by project farm in his garage by a group of his lawnmowers
@RadRidesByCru
@RadRidesByCru 4 жыл бұрын
Not to take money out of P/F's pocket but, look up "oil filter test" by CarsNToys… He has a few shockingly thorough and very entertaining oil filter tests.
@brendancross2767
@brendancross2767 4 жыл бұрын
I agree that this test should occur Not only would it be good to see what oil filter is best, but also what oil filters actually do
@daviddominguez27
@daviddominguez27 Жыл бұрын
This guy is the youtube standard. I love this channel!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@tylerterrio3812
@tylerterrio3812 4 жыл бұрын
I'd like to see a base "model" air filters vs the premium line air filter of the companies, particularly STP vs STP Premium(which I use STP premium). Are the "better models" actually any better than their basic filter. You could use what brands autozone/o'Reillys carry.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video idea.
@hotrodray6802
@hotrodray6802 4 жыл бұрын
Catch is... Does the manufacturer making house brand filters today also make those same filters 6 months from now? Some chain stores insist that their cheap house brand filters are Wix because they sell Wix as their top line. When in reality they're house filters are made by Champion. Etc.
@practicalguy973
@practicalguy973 4 жыл бұрын
Napa gold vs Napa silver. I got Napa gold in my car.
@Andy47357
@Andy47357 4 жыл бұрын
his previous tests from using basic to premium have almost always been better the higher up it is but it would be interesting to see by how much different it is
@Alfafanatico
@Alfafanatico 4 жыл бұрын
Knecht, Mahle and Mann air filters would be great too, to see how good they are.
@Tyler-yr3si
@Tyler-yr3si 4 жыл бұрын
Would love to see an air filter test of “Performance” air filters like AEM, Air RAID, Spectra,etc. Love the channel, keep up the good work!
@Sambnt
@Sambnt 4 жыл бұрын
Same!
@workingguy-OU812
@workingguy-OU812 4 жыл бұрын
Why? They would allow about the same amount of contaminants through them as the K&N. Most are derivatives of the K&N. Why buy junk? Little gains in horsepower is no reason to trash an engine.
@Tyler-yr3si
@Tyler-yr3si 4 жыл бұрын
Working Guy I would be interested to see if some of the non oiled versions would be any better. I’m sure the increased air flow they advertise comes at a cost of filtering efficiency. I would be curious to see as how much more debris they allow through vs oiled filter.
@Sambnt
@Sambnt 4 жыл бұрын
Some companies like S&B make a supposedly high performance paper filter that you can get instead of the oiled alternative too, I’d love to see one in the test
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion!
@aminahmadi77
@aminahmadi77 4 жыл бұрын
I always bought Fram, now changed to Wix. Thank you
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@carbonblack1002
@carbonblack1002 4 жыл бұрын
And if the store is sold out of wix, you can get a Napa gold. Napa gold is made by wix
@BA-gn3qb
@BA-gn3qb 4 жыл бұрын
Old saying in regards to Fram: Red is Dead. (As in a dead engine) Especially don't use Fram Oil Filters.
@erth2man
@erth2man 2 жыл бұрын
Once again I'm impressed with the high quality comparison and easy to decipher results that you deliver. Thank you for offering the best and most dependable comparisons available on the internet today.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks and you are welcome!
@baanjones5910
@baanjones5910 2 жыл бұрын
Switching from Fran to Wix. 😁
@vaibhavdabwalv1
@vaibhavdabwalv1 4 жыл бұрын
I'm not from usa. I don't even own a car. But I still watched your video without skipping once. That's how good your video was.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@ChristopherT_
@ChristopherT_ 4 жыл бұрын
I admire your dedication to your videos! Keep up the hard work. I appreciate all the work you put in!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@daneulekowski929
@daneulekowski929 3 жыл бұрын
I love Project Farm for it's high moral compass and not being paid off for results, too bad our politicians can't live up to his level of integrity.
@johncollins5552
@johncollins5552 3 жыл бұрын
Project Farm for President, no offence President Biden.
@milehigh3054
@milehigh3054 3 жыл бұрын
@@johncollins5552 a potato would be better than Beijing Biden.
@kinguin7
@kinguin7 3 жыл бұрын
Next election, we need project farm to compare all the options...
@n.randall6152
@n.randall6152 3 жыл бұрын
Facts! Team :VLAD!!! ® MAKE YARD ORNAMENTS GREAT AGAIN!!!
@Jackmerius_Tacktheretrix
@Jackmerius_Tacktheretrix 3 жыл бұрын
Politician: I can't be bought Project Farm: We're gonna test that
@ccrider77
@ccrider77 Жыл бұрын
Great job as usual! Your results echo what most of us already know. The "secret" to K&N's great breathing capability is its extremely poor filtration performance.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
Well, said!
@Mannyjv
@Mannyjv Жыл бұрын
I won't pretend that oiled filters are great at filtration. However, I had just used one in my V8 pickup for around 50,000 miles with no cleaning and no issues. Mostly road driving without much dust, but not always. Some offroading, but not much. As far as I can tell, it ran the same or better until I totalled it a month ago. It was 21 years old, and very reliable. I mean no malice; I'm just wondering what your thoughts are about this. I'm beginning to think fine filtration isn't as important and coarse filtration.
@rtflone
@rtflone Жыл бұрын
@@Mannyjv The logic is undeniable. You can flow air or trap particles you can't do both
@joe1071
@joe1071 Жыл бұрын
This is so true lol
@Mannyjv
@Mannyjv Жыл бұрын
@@rtflone you can get a little of both. K&N must be enough filtration for all my vehicles.
@glenatgoogle4393
@glenatgoogle4393 3 жыл бұрын
A few years ago, a friend with a 3/4ton diesel changed over to K&N from OEM. He had had oil analysis done several times prior to changing over, so he had a baseline for comparison. After installing the K&N the next oil analysis flagged "silica contamination" (dirt), and they suggested a leak in the air intake system (check hoses, clamps, etc.). No leaks or loose clamps were found. So he removed the K&N and reinstalled the OEM. The next analysis showed a reduced, but still high, silica contamination, he kept the OEM system in place. With each oil change and each analysis, the silica content went down. It took 4 or 5 oil changes to get back to the baseline he had before he installed the K&N.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@michaelcohen9363
@michaelcohen9363 2 жыл бұрын
that doesn't make any sense, since all the silica content would be removed with the oil change...
@glenatgoogle4393
@glenatgoogle4393 2 жыл бұрын
@@michaelcohen9363 It is impossible to get 100% of the oil & contaminants out in one oil change. As I said it took 4 or 5 changes to get it back to normal. I'm pretty sure he used Blackstone Labs. Indications of contamination go up a lot faster than they come down.
@michaelcohen9363
@michaelcohen9363 2 жыл бұрын
@@glenatgoogle4393 "showed a reduced, but still high, silica contamination" That wouldn't happen after the first one or two oil changes.
@glenatgoogle4393
@glenatgoogle4393 2 жыл бұрын
@@michaelcohen9363 Yet it did. BTW the guy I was referring to -- 20+ years as a mechanic, ASE certified in all categories.
@ek8710
@ek8710 4 жыл бұрын
The amount of work and effort that goes into these videos, we really appreciate it, thank you
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@wisenber
@wisenber 4 жыл бұрын
This explains much. When I crashed my Suburban through a bakery with my K&N filter, performance was notably worse. However I was able to make biscuits from the exhaust.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
lol Thanks for watching.
@galejenness7615
@galejenness7615 4 жыл бұрын
wisenber I was using K&N air filters when Mt Saint Helen’s erupted and ash was blowing thru the air everywhere! I knew a lot of people that weren’t able to keep their vehicles running with all the ash clogging up their filters. But my K&N never gave me one bit of problems keeping the ash out of my engine nor ever clogged either! Same goes for all my ATV’s and dirt bikes using K&N air filters in the sand or dirt/mud. Never once have I gotten any sand or dirt in my carbs or engine. But ridding in heavy blowing sand and dirt you do have to clean your filters more often!
@wisenber
@wisenber 4 жыл бұрын
@@galejenness7615 I've been using K&N in my Suburbans for over 20 years. No complaints.
@yummiermussel5331
@yummiermussel5331 4 жыл бұрын
Just threw a k&N in my burban. Very happy with the response and sound improvement
@mikes1798
@mikes1798 Жыл бұрын
Another cool project might be to test the integrity of wiper fluids at really cold temperatures. Right now the weather in my area is about -4°F and I have wiper fluid that’s supposedly good to -25 and that is not the case. I think a test like that would be cool with some name brands and some generic ones.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion.
@rippinrogers
@rippinrogers Жыл бұрын
-60F is available in Canada
@musicwv
@musicwv 4 жыл бұрын
I'm a filtration test engineer for a living and, I have to say, nice job for a DIY style setup. We use pretty stringent guidelines on contamination and particle testing, but your setup was a good idea for a general idea of how the filters perform. The only thing I'd recommend on this one is to think about the fact that a lot of filters are designed for the rated flow-rate of the engine inside the O.E. air box. Air dynamics across a plate mounted filter can do funny things to the measured restriction and cause it to spike or fall compared to when it's installed in a vehicle. You might be surprised how different the pressure loss can be in those situations. Other than that, nice job.
@radiomantodd
@radiomantodd 4 жыл бұрын
How would you say the idea of dumping contaminant directly onto the media works? Not sure that gives a real-world, or even valid hypothetical standard for testing...
@radiomantodd
@radiomantodd 4 жыл бұрын
@shankle farm respectfully, disagree. it's like when mythbusters shot frozen chickens out of an air canon to see if it would destroy a cessna.... Now in their example they found that both the frozen and thawed chicken did equal damage. But then they realized they were not using airplane grade windshield glass.... You have to test the practical application.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
@musicwv
@musicwv 4 жыл бұрын
@@radiomantodd To be honest, the direct contaminant injection method has never been my favorite, but it can provide consistent results. However, this is only when using a proven contaminant standard. The capacities that are achieved in a lab are typically less than what you would see in the field. Dirt loading over a longer period allows for pathways to develop in the media and prolong the life of the filter.
@musicwv
@musicwv 4 жыл бұрын
@shankle farm Your point is half on target. They were all treated the same, which is good methodology, but it doesn't mean they will react the same on a flat plate compared to the OE air box. The airflow dynamics are completely different between the two and though one filter may stink on the flat plate it may excel in the OE air box and vice versa. As for the flow rate, it makes a big difference on how air is directed into and through the filter media. If the flow rate is too low it can actually cause turbulence around the pleats. If designed properly, the filter can act as a sort of air straightener and actually help with MAF noise.
@warwick0111
@warwick0111 4 жыл бұрын
I swear before I buy anything important, I check if you reviewed it first. You good a great job! Keep it up
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@failuretofire2613
@failuretofire2613 4 жыл бұрын
I'd love to see an automotive wax showdown. Mothers, Meguires, Turtle Wax, Griot's Garage, Zymol, etc... maybe even paste vs liquid.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video idea!
@viper04af
@viper04af 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm add Zaino to the list :)
@christopherhendricks4369
@christopherhendricks4369 4 жыл бұрын
Would love to see this. Anyway to test UV protection too? Not sure if wax actually helps or not.
@gunsandmachinesenthusiast
@gunsandmachinesenthusiast 4 жыл бұрын
Yes, automotive paint/body (including plastics, tires, wheels) protection products like wax, ceramic coats, tire shine, wheel cleaners
@gunsandmachinesenthusiast
@gunsandmachinesenthusiast 4 жыл бұрын
I personally love voodoo ride products
@mx4073
@mx4073 Жыл бұрын
This man is nothing short of Awesome! I have been watching him for years and I wish some big corporation would see his value and hire him to test products!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@ddddsd20
@ddddsd20 4 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed listening to the 0 to 60 runs, gotta love that V8 sound.
@kkrankie
@kkrankie 4 жыл бұрын
Python don Dodd When the local PD gets complaints of speeders on his road, they don’t even go out..”Project Farm must be up to something...”
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@latrogeniwile58
@latrogeniwile58 4 жыл бұрын
Maybe he can borrow my 454 Suburban for the next round.
@cody855
@cody855 4 жыл бұрын
Oil filter comparison would be a good “spin off” of this video
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video idea.
@rickyh527
@rickyh527 4 жыл бұрын
Yes, please! I just finished watching your engine oil comparison video (Kirkland, Amazon, Super Tech) and this was my next interest.
@RRaucina
@RRaucina 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm Be sure to try Motorcraft oil filters
@pebjr6621
@pebjr6621 4 жыл бұрын
Like to see comparisons with a Mann filters also.
@CarolReidCA
@CarolReidCA 4 жыл бұрын
I'd like to see that too! Always been told Bosche oil filters were very good. It will be good to see an actual test of filters to see which oil filters are the best! Good to keep cars going for a long time!
@willpowers4762
@willpowers4762 4 жыл бұрын
I've been a Wix man for years and this test just validates my brand of choice. Thanks Project Farm !!!!
@NiNjaTurtLe697
@NiNjaTurtLe697 4 жыл бұрын
So wix wins? Thanks
@mdmyer
@mdmyer 4 жыл бұрын
@@NiNjaTurtLe697 Depends on what you want out of your filter. Watch the video :)
@NiNjaTurtLe697
@NiNjaTurtLe697 4 жыл бұрын
@@mdmyer I did now :) And in general, wix is a good winner for the average joe.👌
@chopperman8042
@chopperman8042 4 жыл бұрын
@@mdmyer wix is best
@narlycharley
@narlycharley 4 жыл бұрын
Rock Auto has them for real cheap. I buy them when I do major maintenance on my vehicles.
@dolfieday1713
@dolfieday1713 Жыл бұрын
I have watched this channel explode! you are a very smart person for all of these tests
@Kedrezac
@Kedrezac 4 жыл бұрын
This has got to be the best channel on youtube.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@gregblack4581
@gregblack4581 4 жыл бұрын
Yes great info !
@zoezzzarko1117
@zoezzzarko1117 4 жыл бұрын
Project Farm and Scotty Kilmer. Angels on Earth 💖💖💖
@Washman-jw3hl
@Washman-jw3hl 3 жыл бұрын
It truly is the best brand and product comparison channel on YT
@andybub45
@andybub45 3 жыл бұрын
100%
@miketatro9193
@miketatro9193 4 жыл бұрын
I swear you do all the comparisons that I didn't know I wanted to know! Ya gotta do oil filters though! Keep up the good work!
@donjohnson9688
@donjohnson9688 4 жыл бұрын
I believe he already did
@theguy9234
@theguy9234 4 жыл бұрын
He did. Cuts them open also.
@micksimbad3745
@micksimbad3745 4 жыл бұрын
@@donjohnson9688 I looked and very surprisingly I couldn't find an oil filter comparison video, I'm sure he's working on it now
@miketatro9193
@miketatro9193 4 жыл бұрын
Can you guys link it? I just scrolled through all the videos and don't see it.
@deere3321
@deere3321 3 жыл бұрын
Every time I watch these video's I smile through the whole thing. Great comparisons. I'll stick to WIX filters.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@rhaynhillyard9772
@rhaynhillyard9772 4 жыл бұрын
Ratchet strap brands I would love to see if their is a difference in the quality of both the ratchet and the straps
@jkbethune
@jkbethune 4 жыл бұрын
Agreed. And maybe bungee cords as well.
@BigInjun05
@BigInjun05 4 жыл бұрын
Now this is a good one.
@AndrewWKenny
@AndrewWKenny 4 жыл бұрын
Very good idea
@EKUL34
@EKUL34 4 жыл бұрын
I suddenly need to know the answer now
@alexr9490
@alexr9490 4 жыл бұрын
Please do a video on oil filter🙏 you do the best comparison videos and the only person i can trust
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Great recommendation! I'll see what I can do!
@sterrshow5016
@sterrshow5016 4 жыл бұрын
Always go OEM
@RadRidesByCru
@RadRidesByCru 4 жыл бұрын
Look up CarsNToys… he has a few that are interesting to watch and highly informative… not to Diss P/F...
@Hallowsaw
@Hallowsaw 4 жыл бұрын
@@sterrshow5016 nope. Some oem manufacturers actually just use rebadged other brands that are "cheap" quality and charge a dollar more than the same filter. Not only that but purulator and wix oil filters are top tier, bosche is fairly good for the price.
@neutralmind6047
@neutralmind6047 4 жыл бұрын
Definitely oil filters
@Baker3102
@Baker3102 4 жыл бұрын
I feel like whenever walmart's supertech brand is available to compete it should. A lot of people look to use their stuff because of cost so knowing if they're junk or not would be useful
@trailerpark187
@trailerpark187 4 жыл бұрын
I'm sure the super tech brand is made by someone else for walmart. So its probably pretty comparable.
@justinveit7269
@justinveit7269 4 жыл бұрын
You can add stp and Spector to that test.
@jackyleethefree
@jackyleethefree 4 жыл бұрын
Don't remember the source but I heard that Supertech oil filters are made by Wix.
@briang4914
@briang4914 4 жыл бұрын
They used to be made by wix think its champion labs now.... which is a change for the worse if you ask me.
@Bob_Adkins
@Bob_Adkins 4 жыл бұрын
@@jackyleethefree That's what I heard, and their oils are made by Warren.
@scubbarookie
@scubbarookie 4 жыл бұрын
This has become my go to channel for testing consumer products. No one does testing like Project Farm! His results always surprise me. The air filter test got me again. I sure didn't think Fram would be outperformed! Thank you!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@UncleDon226
@UncleDon226 4 жыл бұрын
I love these videos. These tests have heavily influenced my purchases and I have rarely been disappointed, if ever.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
@AsgardAwaitsYou
@AsgardAwaitsYou Жыл бұрын
Just bought a Purolator before I watched this video this makes me more confident in my decision. Thank you!!!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@RMartin631
@RMartin631 3 жыл бұрын
I once ran my own K&N versus Donaldson test in real-time. I have a Dixie Chopper XT2800 with a 28 HP Kohler EFI engine. It uses a heavy-duty canister filter. There are actually 2 filters in the canister. An outer filter PN P281575 and an inner safety filter PN P822858. The purpose of the inner filter is to keep any loose dust and debris from getting into the intake manifold when you're checking and/or changing the main outer filter. I have quite a few hours on this mower, almost 3,000, so I've had plenty of chances to change the air filter. Normally with the Donaldson filter, you wouldn't have to change the inner safety filter because it still looked like it was brand new. I tried the K&N E4961Donaldson replacement filter. I usually check the air filter at my 100-hour oil changes. I opened the canister up and pulled out the K&N filter and it still looked good. Then I looked in at the inner safety filter and it was filthy. That told me everything that I needed to know about the filtering capabilities of K&N filters. I threw both the inner safety filter and the K&N filter into the trash. I'm using nothing but the factory filters from here on out.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
@Dr.Westside
@Dr.Westside 4 жыл бұрын
The best filters are the ones that are changed on or before their scheduled interval .
@jonathanrogers9961
@jonathanrogers9961 4 жыл бұрын
amen!
@herpnderpn2484
@herpnderpn2484 4 жыл бұрын
Dirty one cleans better than a clean one
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@mannys9130
@mannys9130 4 жыл бұрын
False. Dirty filters have increased particle capture efficiency because the small pores of the filter become plugged. The trade-off is reduced flow and increased resistance.
@tubeonline629
@tubeonline629 4 жыл бұрын
@You Wish Depends on what you consider best, better air flow? Or better filtration? I'll take better filtration any day and yes a filter does its best filtering when it is a little dirty.
@N6MKC
@N6MKC 4 жыл бұрын
Would be interesting to see results with an old-timey "Oil Bath" type air filter, where the air has to do a 180° turn in front of a bath of oil before going into the engine. I've been told by more than one mechanic, that those were 'the best'.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video idea.
@N6MKC
@N6MKC 4 жыл бұрын
@@karlelliott9254 I have '72 Dodge PowerWagon that was originally equipped with an oil-bath type engine air filter. I swapped it out for a cartridge type a few years back, and am wondering if I made a mistake doing so.
@kleetus92
@kleetus92 4 жыл бұрын
The trick will be finding an oil bath filter of sufficient airflow capability so it's a fairly even apples to apples comparison for pressure drop and flow rate. Probably have to find an older junk yard engine in a hopefully common engine displacement so the air flow numbers more or less match. (like an old 350 with an air bath vs one with a round and one with a square filter.)
@william38022
@william38022 4 жыл бұрын
Karl Elliott my uncle used Allis Chalmers for years they were the best tractors money could buy on time,,, The last brand new one he bought was an AC 7060 darn good tractor however those Fords were pretty good also.
@oillease1881
@oillease1881 4 жыл бұрын
My 68 JD 4020 still runs fine and the sand separator has come apart so the oil bath is taking in everything and the plugs will look new no matter how long they're in it. The 55 Chevy pickup was oil bath and it never used more oil than it did when it was bought used which was very little.
@kclefthanded427
@kclefthanded427 4 жыл бұрын
Test cabin air filter (regular and carbon filter)
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Great recommendation!
@poptartmcjelly7054
@poptartmcjelly7054 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm Perhaps you could incorporate a smoke test for cabin filters to simulate heavy traffic?
@davidhardwick1322
@davidhardwick1322 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm Does the Toyota genuine carbon cabin air filter do a better job (at 10 x the cost) then the carbon air filter I can buy online? Does the Toyota genuine non-carbon fiber cabin air filter do a better job (at 5 x the cost) than the fiber cabin air filter I can buy online? I find that the genuine Toyota carbon cabin air filter comes with that new car leather smell embedded in it, but after a while it absorbs all the bad smells, particularly in damp weather with the cabin air on recycle in the city, so it ends up smelling pretty bad if you put the heater or air-conditioning on. Great at first, but needs changing after about 12,000 miles to get rid of the smell, even if it isn't clogged. The fiber filter has no embedded smell, and tends to absorb less smell.
@cliffh8486
@cliffh8486 4 жыл бұрын
Great idea especially for allergy prone people like myself. I found that many companies manufacture them but the fit into the filter bracket was terrible.
4 жыл бұрын
That I'd like to see and also do tiny carbon activated filters for cabin filtration actually outperform non activated carbon filters?
@bryangrote8781
@bryangrote8781 3 жыл бұрын
Have used Wix for years, but used to use Fram. Went over to Wix due to advice by knowledgeable mechanics and was told Fram was trash. Good to have confirmation in real world tests that I had received good advice. Nice video!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@SurferJoe46
@SurferJoe46 2 жыл бұрын
Wix is no longer Wix though. It got grabbed up by another filter company --- boo hoo. I also believe that the NAPA Gold line was Wix -- and if the conglomeration of them is true, then the NAPA gold is now suspect.
@scottgriffin449
@scottgriffin449 2 жыл бұрын
Bryan which flows better less restrictive between the fram and wix?
@FlightRobXIII
@FlightRobXIII 4 жыл бұрын
Seeing a lot of support posts and only ~1,800 patreon patrons. This is THE most informative, results driven, unbiased, genuine channel on this platform. Support this man if you can!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@pigpen3499
@pigpen3499 4 жыл бұрын
I dont know how you have the patience to do all this, your amazing sir. Plus I'm getting a good filter now!👍👍
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@keld101
@keld101 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm ​ I think your testing method for particle pass through may have been flawed. K&N is unique in that it uses oil to catch particles. If you apply several years of particles (aka dump flower on it) all at once without cleaning and reoiling the oil becomes saturated and ceases to function.
@crazyontwowheels
@crazyontwowheels 4 жыл бұрын
Dude. 30 seconds in and I'm already in love with this vid. Nice work. I've been using the amazon brand on my powerstroke. I change it every 10k miles.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@crazyontwowheels
@crazyontwowheels 4 жыл бұрын
Ecogard brand. I've been happy with them.
@802Garage
@802Garage 4 жыл бұрын
Congrats on 1M subs if I didn't say it already. Absolutely amazing.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a ton!
@johnnyk6906
@johnnyk6906 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it!
@nickh4539
@nickh4539 4 жыл бұрын
Project Farm’s testing is unlike any channel I’ve watched! I’d like to add two things: 1) K&N filters filter particles better when sprayed with the K&N oil, however it is a maintenance item, and I’ve had these run dry and ruin a Mass Air Flow Sensor before. However, they work great in the dust with oil applied. 2) Video Idea: Comparing resistance to flow through different spark plug wires, I. E. OEM, Performance wires, versus store bought/common brands.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
@andypreston1524
@andypreston1524 4 жыл бұрын
I've actually heard that the oil on a K&N can be drawn out as fine droplets, and clog up the wires on MAF sensor. How true that is, I don't know....I have used K&N filters for over 15 years now without any issues.
@samspace81
@samspace81 4 жыл бұрын
Clean the oil off, you didn't ruin an MAF filter
@ChristisKing7749
@ChristisKing7749 4 жыл бұрын
The oil was already on it
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@01wwjr
@01wwjr 4 жыл бұрын
K&N also will dirty your MAP sensor with oil and dirt if you don't take care of it. I been using WIX for years now. Great video as always!!!
@crash_test_dummy_1
@crash_test_dummy_1 4 жыл бұрын
True, I learned this lesson the hard way on a '98 Chevy by using a K&N and it was dusty were I lived at the time
@tommylyeah
@tommylyeah 4 жыл бұрын
The MAF may get dirty, true, but I've never had a dirty MAP sensor (in my experiences with Hondas). In my most recent oil analysis from Black Stone on my EM2, there were 0 (zero) insolubles in my oil, and average was 1; I've got a K&N drop-in air filter.
@01wwjr
@01wwjr 4 жыл бұрын
@@crash_test_dummy_1 Yes you put oil in your air system it will go somewhere.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
@Josh-xj3fm
@Josh-xj3fm 4 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite channels I love watching this guy!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@KingOfBadIdeas
@KingOfBadIdeas 4 жыл бұрын
I'd love to see an oil filter test. Also curious how other manufacturer brands compare. Motorcraft, Mopar, etc.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion!
@TurboVisBits
@TurboVisBits 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm your gonna pour dirt in your engine next? lol
@kevinly4695
@kevinly4695 4 жыл бұрын
This is a great idea. I would love to see how the cheaper supertech filters compare to the fram and wix filters. I have heard that besides the top tier ultra synthetic filter, fram filters are crap. Wix has been known to be good overall, but i want to see what you are paying for.
@oldgreen100
@oldgreen100 4 жыл бұрын
Wix!
@jamesmullen4308
@jamesmullen4308 4 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate your hard work and attention to detail. I would also enjoy seeing an oil filter test around the same test parameters. If you decide to do an oil filter test, can you do one based on either the ls/lq style Chevrolet engine like in your suburban or even better one based on filters for a Cummins engine? Or even better, maybe both. I'm curious to see if there are any notable filtration differences between gas burner and diesel.thank you again for all your hard work and time. I can only imagine the r and d put into some of your test fixtures. Your efforts are much appreciated.
@indybowtie550
@indybowtie550 4 жыл бұрын
Again you have done a great service to the general public, I dont know why you dont have a TV show on Saturday mornings! Yes I do, You are fair and unbiased! Thank you so much for what you do. I am sure there are times you ask yourself if all the money and time is worth it. All I can say is Absolutely! And we appreciate all your efforts, Thanks gain.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@02powertube
@02powertube 4 жыл бұрын
Fixing cars for 20years, and I have always believed that Fram was quality untill i saw this and the oilfilter test. Will never buy Fram again.
@hotrodray6802
@hotrodray6802 4 жыл бұрын
Buy the cheapest version you can then condemn the entire brand name. Right on. Chevy's are shit cars. My uncle had a lemon in 1995 they're all junk
@Shelboooooo
@Shelboooooo 4 жыл бұрын
@@hotrodray6802 you sound like a cry baby, is that true?
@Shelboooooo
@Shelboooooo 4 жыл бұрын
Fram is garbage, always has been. Known that since I was 16, cut apart some oil filters and realized how terrible there products are.
@pablojones5613
@pablojones5613 4 жыл бұрын
I have avoided Fram wherever possible. I have heard too many horror stories, especially in relation to their oil filters.
@notanavrageloser
@notanavrageloser 4 жыл бұрын
Fram is capable of making a good filter. Their orange ones (PH part numbers) are garbage. Their higher tiers are much better, but the build quality and filtering performance of their cheapies always gives me pause.
@thomaslecour2462
@thomaslecour2462 Жыл бұрын
Wow thank you so much, this test has changed my perspective on k and n filters. I have these filters in all of my vehicles, that will now change. God bless and be safe
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm Жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@GetMeThere1
@GetMeThere1 4 жыл бұрын
Stupendous! This is information unavailable anywhere else, and it's VERY useful. Man oh man you really do an amazing job here, and it's HUGELY appreciated!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@ChurchAutoTest
@ChurchAutoTest 4 жыл бұрын
The biggest problem I've seen with oiled air filters is oil coating of the mass air flow sensor element on MAF equipped engines. It's a gradual process (and usually accelerated by someone over oiling the filter after cleaning), but can result in a fine coating of oil and dust on the sensor element. For hot wire sensors this insulates the sensor which can result in an artificially low airflow reading creating a lean and overadvanced condition. Nothing a $10 can of MAF cleaner spray won't fix, but it pays to be aware of it. Speed density cars (or non-hotwire MAFs) need not worry.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
@P.A.C.E.automotive
@P.A.C.E.automotive 4 жыл бұрын
I buy a house brand maf cleaner for 3$ and for an average time of one minute to pull the sensor and blast it clean it's good cheap preventative maintenance.
@Redsfanatic32
@Redsfanatic32 4 жыл бұрын
Same with turbocharged or supercharged vehicles. Run enough boost and you’re liable to oil up a wheel or screw. Which then could allow particulates to cling on and score up a compressor
@galejenness7615
@galejenness7615 4 жыл бұрын
Church Automotive Testing Dyno Tuning 99% of the time the reason people have problems with their oiled filters is cause their over oiling their filters. I have a 95 Dodge Ram with a turbo charger and a 2018,Kia Soul with a turbo charger among many other vehicles previously with K&N air filters and have yet to ever have a problem myself. But the ones I’ve helped that has had problems have always sprayed way too much oil on their filters. K&N air filters are only supposed to have a light layer sprayed on the filter. If your sucking oil on to other parts in the engine then it’s most likely been oiled too much!
@idicalidical5343
@idicalidical5343 4 жыл бұрын
This is gold. Let us all know when the sore loser companies start coming after you, we got your back.
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate the support!
@DerAngeloMerte
@DerAngeloMerte 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm You are the only KZbinr i trust when it comes to producttesting. I would bet money that you wouldnt trick us! Also i love the the unbiased conclusions. Btw. Could you please make your graphs easier to read or nicer to look at. I mean i understand them but they are unpleasant to look at. ALSO can you please make a rating home many times which brand won in the testings??
@Adrianyoutubing
@Adrianyoutubing 4 жыл бұрын
Don't the k&n filters need oiling before use? I used them in my bikes for years. I've never used them on cars.
@RipJawsX95
@RipJawsX95 4 жыл бұрын
@@Adrianyoutubing it comes pre oiled
@Kafka451
@Kafka451 4 жыл бұрын
@@Adrianyoutubing yeah after the initial use... they can be cleaned and then re-oiled.... kind of a pain actually.
@JoseHernandez-xm7si
@JoseHernandez-xm7si 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate you did this. I researched filters online and decided on the WIX. I am glad to see the Purolator is also just as good.
@amelawnandlandscape7200
@amelawnandlandscape7200 4 жыл бұрын
You should test “cabin” air filters next!
@cheesy4878
@cheesy4878 4 жыл бұрын
agree Plz do the cabin air filters test!! 3m and bosch
@DKSOOHOO1
@DKSOOHOO1 4 жыл бұрын
Agree. If especially like to see a comparison of the activated carbon cabin air filters with regular paper cabin air filters.
@ChuckD59
@ChuckD59 4 жыл бұрын
Fram has a nice one I've been using with Arm&Hammer and carbon. Very good, neutral smell.
@ColonelK0rn1
@ColonelK0rn1 4 жыл бұрын
Agreed. I cringed when I asked how much mine was at the Honda dealership. It was still really expensive from online OEM dealers.
@BrockMcSheridan
@BrockMcSheridan 4 жыл бұрын
You guys have cabin air filters 😱
@jamesdodd8731
@jamesdodd8731 4 жыл бұрын
I would like to see you do a similar test on auto oil filters. I searched your channel and did not see a video like this. This air filter video was great info!!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion!
@oillease1881
@oillease1881 4 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectFarm Oil filters are another beast that comes in different forms. Amsoil makes a full flow filter that's very good but when used with a secondary fine filter is unbeatable. Bypass oil filters can't be beaten. Some big dirt equipment comes with full flow and bypass filters.
@dbsmgmt5354
@dbsmgmt5354 4 жыл бұрын
That would be very interesting
@SupremeVsuals
@SupremeVsuals 4 жыл бұрын
He done one
@mahrik7653
@mahrik7653 4 жыл бұрын
I was actually searching project farm for an Oil Filter video, but couldn't find one, so just decided to watch this one.. again.
@cohall46
@cohall46 4 жыл бұрын
Very fascinating the "contraptions" that you come up with to perform your "experiments". Also, the various instruments that you have bought or made to perform these tests is incredible. Thank you for making and sharing this video.
@Doct0rEVille
@Doct0rEVille 4 жыл бұрын
Chuck Hall Yes i “agree” with your “observations”
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@InternacionalBoxing
@InternacionalBoxing 8 ай бұрын
I love coming back to this video because thanks to you i discovered the best overall engine and cabin filters...WIX 💪💯
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing.
@joshwilberger6735
@joshwilberger6735 4 жыл бұрын
From my 8yo son: “He should test cheap and expensive tires”
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Great video idea! Please say "thank you" to your son for me!
@rodfryman2781
@rodfryman2781 4 жыл бұрын
Smart kid
@elivaughan1192
@elivaughan1192 4 жыл бұрын
I would give patreon support for that, given the number of tires i go through.
@tobasb2
@tobasb2 4 жыл бұрын
Tyre Reviews is a great channel for that.
@elivaughan1192
@elivaughan1192 4 жыл бұрын
@@tobasb2 I prefer Project Farm. He keeps it simple and honest. I am by no means saying the channel you mention doesn't, by the way.
@meat2dawad
@meat2dawad 4 жыл бұрын
Fram's slogan is "Filtering out the nonsense" I think they should give the slogan to Project Farm
@ProjectFarm
@ProjectFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
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