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Best air filter

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by Imhyper, Jan 24, 2023.

  1. Jan 24, 2023 at 11:03 AM
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    Looking for the best air filter for a 4.6
    I have heard the stock airbox is sufficient enough but looking for recommendations. Thanks in advance
     
    Imhyper, Jan 24, 2023
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  2. Jan 25, 2023 at 10:54 AM
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    If by best, you mean best at filtering the incoming air to the engine, then the factory air filter is tough to beat. You can use a different brand air filter, such as Fram, Wix, or Purolator. Just know they are rarely less expensive the one from the dealer.
     
    dt325ic, Jan 25, 2023
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  3. Jan 25, 2023 at 11:43 AM
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    the unchallenged best is the oem filter.
     
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  4. Jan 25, 2023 at 12:23 PM
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    OEM is best. You can go aftermarket and let more air in, but you're letting more dirt in too. IMO it's not a good trade-off for the tiny amount of performance you'd gain.
     
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    Too many, but not enough....
    If you cant get OEM, which is pretty much the same price as aftermarket, pretty sure Purolator and Wix are the best filtration.
     
    MadMaxCanon, Jan 25, 2023
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  6. Jan 25, 2023 at 12:31 PM
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  9. Jan 25, 2023 at 2:35 PM
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  10. Jan 25, 2023 at 4:52 PM
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    Thank you everyone for your responses
     
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  11. Jan 25, 2023 at 5:18 PM
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    OEM at dealer, many fakes online now.
     
    Rocko9999, Jan 25, 2023
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