C350 CDI AIR FILTERS W204

[DSM10000]

If you would like to inspect im just outside Speke Liverpool ill give you my address and you're more than welcome to do any test you like im easy

200 miles south and, more importantly I am not an engineer with access to a Dyno etc.

No one here is being dismissive of your efforts but without independent testing the claims are baseless and, as said, without altering fuel maps etc the extra air flow will do very little to nothing to the engine output but the reduction in filtration may cause issues with engine wear.

Quite a few members here agree with me on the above.

 

[DSM10000]

No id get ass raped by a C63 FACT! It's mapped by MBTech and soon to have uprated intercooler, DPF and EGR delete both software and hardware for the DPF. Then getting stage 2 dyno tune and eventually when I can afford it, a hybrid turbo to run 350bhp as I know the stock internals go bang at or just over 400! Thing i find amazing is the amount of negativity and attempt to make me look like a ***** ? Not been rude, called anyone out or been in anyway abrupt with anyone so very surprised to be treated in such a way on a supposed friendly MB lovers site

No one is being rude or treating you in any inappropriate way

You are being given some basic facts about your ideas. You don't like them so you are unwilling to accept them.

 

[Niall86]

No one is being rude or treating you in any inappropriate way

You are being given some basic facts about your ideas. You don't like them so you are unwilling to accept them.

Quite the contrary sir, if you can show me proof im damaging my C350, my baby, favourite car I've ever owned and have spent every penny i have on wheels, tyres, touch screen android auto 10" upgrade from the original 6" screen. Rear smoked full LED lights with coding. Front LED with canbus coding, full carbon interior panel replacements, audison sound system, front and rear strut brace, upgraded suspension front and rear, Eibach shocks and springs, Zaustworx rear oval exhaust upgrade and baffle delete. Trying to remember what else I've upgraded the list is very long......I'm just a bit confused tbh as if the filters like ProRam air, K&N etc were damaging vehicles why is it a multi billion pound industry ? If im damaging my car I'll rip them out and stick new paper ones in tomorrow NO JOKE BRO

 

[Gazwould]

Honestly I'm not trying to convince anyone, Honestly i just wanted to make a few different variations, there's a K&N factory close bye and i wanted another set of old filters to have there cotton filter bonded to the airbox with resin. Was planning on making several variations, get the metal mesh and do the same, see if the car responds differently ? I've got an Icarly and keep it plugged in to see the air fuel ratio and how the car feels etc but I'm not selling anything. If someone asked I'd give them the foam to bond themselves and don't want a penny in return

It's really not worth it especially as there is so much poor filtration info on K&N and most so called performance air filters, especially these days .
By all means experiment with your own car but you have a collective of experienced minds here , I don't always agree with some as I have my own automotive experience and findings but in general Merc owners don't modify their cars .

 

[Niall86]

No one is being rude or treating you in any inappropriate way

You are being given some basic facts about your ideas. You don't like them so you are unwilling to accept them.

Also I'd say this is quite condescending and sarcastic

 

[Niall86]

It's really not worth it especially as there is so much poor filtration info on K&N and most so called performance air filters, especially these days .
By all means experiment with your own car but you have a collective of experienced minds here , I don't always agree with some as I have my own automotive experience and findings but in general Merc owners don't modify their cars .

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Very interesting mate, appreciated ill definitely watch the vid and im shocked at the K&N micron filtration FAIL shocking frankly

 

[Niall86]

It's really not worth it especially as there is so much poor filtration info on K&N and most so called performance air filters, especially these days .
By all means experiment with your own car but you have a collective of experienced minds here , I don't always agree with some as I have my own automotive experience and findings but in general Merc owners don't modify their cars .

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Watched the video......yea fairdoos bro! You have a very good point mate, I was of the mindset that the cotton and the paper was just massively restrictive but I see why now

 

[Gazwould]

I do understand where you are coming from thinking all that material must be restrictive , which it isn't and provides superior filtration both through it's material medium , construction and incredible surface area .

He's your typical VW diesel air filter .




Unravel it and it's like a magic trick

 

[Niall86]

I do understand where you are coming from thinking all that material must be restrictive , which it isn't and provides superior filtration both through it's material medium , construction and incredible surface area .

He's your typical VW diesel air filter .

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I'm ordering a standard air filter now bro!! I'll attach a few pics see what you think of my mods

 

[Niall86]

I do understand where you are coming from thinking all that material must be restrictive , which it isn't and provides superior filtration both through it's material medium , construction and incredible surface area .

He's your typical VW diesel air filter .

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Ps any oil recommendations ? Only do 6k a year but only run it on Vpower diesel, its done 70k miles so very low mileage but still really look after her, and normally I pay for the more expensive oil. My best mate owns a garage so she gets looked after and I get my oil and filter changed very frequently. Only downside is the £200 it costs to change oil and filters lol

 

[Gazwould]

V Power diesel is a £con , no Cetane number disclosed at the pump .

I do a Gazwould blend in old 250ml Redex bottles .

200ml JASO FB spec mineral low ash 2 Stroke oil and 40ml of 2-EHN .





I only ever use 5W30 VW 504.00 507.00 spec engine oil as it's higher than Mercedes .

 

[DSM10000]

Also I'd say this is quite condescending and sarcastic

You are the one making claims you cannot back up with evidence. There are many members here with extensive knowledge of cars and engines.

I am not interested in discussing anything further as it is pointless.

 

[Niall86]

V Power diesel is a £con , no Cetane number disclosed at the pump .

I do a Gazwould blend in old 250ml Redex bottles .

200ml JASO FB spec mineral low ash 2 Stroke oil and 40ml of 2-EHN .

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I only ever use 5W30 VW 504.00 507.00 spec engine oil as it's higher than Mercedes .

I do use Filtered 2-ehn lol at 1ml per litre but thanks for the heads up with the VW oil ill get some ordered

 

[markjay]

Chaps,

The OP asked if anyone can provide him with used air filters so that he can build his own DIY filters.

I don't have an E350, but if I did, I'd happily send him my old filters.

Let him have fun doing what he likes.

What's the issue here?

 

[ALFAitalia]

200ml JASO FB spec mineral low ash 2 Stroke oil and 40ml of 2-EHN .

People still do that... I used to... but it was proven to not be beneficial ages ago AFAIK.

Google...
Adding 2-stroke oil to diesel fuel is generally not recommended as it is considered ineffective and can potentially damage modern diesel injection systems, meaning it "does not work" as a fuel additive for most diesel engines; instead, use a dedicated diesel fuel additive designed for lubricity and cleanliness.

Why 2-stroke oil in diesel is not recommended:

• Ineffective lubrication:
  Studies have shown that 2-stroke oil does not provide significant lubrication benefits in diesel engines compared to dedicated diesel additives.
  
  
• Injector fouling:
  The additives in 2-stroke oil can build up on fuel injectors, leading to potential fouling and performance issues.
  
  
• No specific design for diesel:
  2-stroke oil is formulated for petrol engines with different combustion characteristics, making it not ideal for diesel.

Can also have a negative effect on mpg too.

 

[OneForTheRoad]

Chaps,

The OP asked if anyone can provide him with used air filters so that he can build his own DIY filters.

I don't have an E350, but if I did, I'd happily send him my old filters.

Let him have fun doing what he likes.

What's the issue here?

Not too expensive new tbh. I dare say temu will sell them cheaper .

 

[Gazwould]

Like I've said earlier in this thread I've got my own automotive experience , automotive career etc .

Just 2 Stroke alone halved my smoke opacity test on my 2003 Passat , readings noted over several years initially at first with every other tank use and seeing a result . That's the defining validation for me.

Two different fuels petrol and diesel , petrol ignites too quickly and that's where higher Octane becomes benifical and diesel ignites with a delay so an additive that reduces delay will ensure better combustion usually that's 2- EHN to boost the undisclosed Cetane number .

2 Stroke must be doing a similar job as less smoke is more complete combustion .

Adding 200ml to a full 70L tank isn't going to foul injectors , I've two diesel cars and 12 years of 2 Stroke use in them.

 

[ALFAitalia]

I'll just leave this here and move on then....

Two-stroke oil in diesel: insider tip or is it a myth?

Even today, many diesel drivers of older models swear by the once popular trick of taxi drivers: mixing two-stroke oil into the fuel. What they

www.tuningblog.eu

 

[Niall86]

Chaps,

The OP asked if anyone can provide him with used air filters so that he can build his own DIY filters.

I don't have an E350, but if I did, I'd happily send him my old filters.

Let him have fun doing what he likes.

What's the issue here?

Thank you for the kind words sir, I've been proven wrong and honestly the maintenance and smooth running of my engine is paramount to me but I'm going to put some OEM filters in as I definitely don't want my turbo wearing out from intake of dust, crap off the roads etc my plan B btw is if my engine goes pop or the cost of repair is not ideal im going to Dieselpumpuk and getting an OM606 500bhp build. They supply them for 5k but its definitely worth it IMHO I'd happily pay for the OG OM606 with a turbo the size of my head lol but much appreciated brother thank you.