1990 Toyota Corolla Air Filter

Tiny
JACKOLSON
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  • 1990 TOYOTA COROLLA
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
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  • 80,000 MILES
Is there any difference if I just leave the Air Filter of my car exposed, I mean I removed the top cover that also serves as the "pipe" for air intake. Please see below. Thanks and more power.


http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/359978_SDC10250_1.jpg

Friday, November 27th, 2009 AT 8:32 AM

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Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Hi Jack,

Yes, there will be a difference. Resonance/suction noise would be louder and the vehicle will drive the same as with the cleaner cover installed.
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Friday, November 27th, 2009 AT 1:13 PM
Tiny
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Oh okay. But I like more noise so I will keep it that way since there's no difference in performance. Right? You said the vehicle will drive the same with or without the cover?
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Saturday, November 28th, 2009 AT 9:22 PM
Tiny
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Yup, it should not affect the performance, might even have a little extra power if you can feel it.
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Saturday, November 28th, 2009 AT 9:46 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for the info.

Would it have more power or would it just be that the powerband will shift within the rev range? My engine's supposed to be making 95 torque @ 3500rpm and 90 bhp @ 6000rpm, would it increase that 95 torque or the 90 bhp, or, would it just shift from these rev range to another rev range?

More power, thanks for the support.
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Sunday, November 29th, 2009 AT 11:16 AM
Tiny
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With lesser restriction to the air flow, the overall power band should increase minimally.

You would need a dyno to find out the difference.
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Sunday, November 29th, 2009 AT 2:12 PM

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