Filters: Macht Schnell vs AFE oiled

powertrip · 04-08-2009, 01:24 AM

For those of you wondering about differences between these two filters in regard to fitment and quality....there is very little. I've had the AFE for a couple months now and the fitment was excellent...no issues regarding rattling and such. Today I replaced it with the Macht Schnell filter and its' fitment is excellent as well. In retrospect I think I would've stuck with the AFE because the difference between the two is so minimal.

I also installed the RPI scoops ($99..oh what the hell) today. The fitment was a little tricky and the self-tapping screws suck. Once you have them positioned properly though, they fit nicely. This weekend I'll be replacing those screws with some conventional bolts and nuts.

Seat of the pants tells me that their might be some extra power with the scoops, but it's probably mostly in my head. At a very minimum I'm sure that they direct more cool air to the filter, so heat soak is reversed more quickly.

Looking forward to my AA tune, pulley and exhaust install

sge92 · 04-08-2009, 07:18 AM

Why did you switch from AFE to MS filter?

Can you comment on any differences in induction sound/volume between the 2 filters?

powertrip · 04-08-2009, 01:11 PM

I switched because I kept hearing about fitment issues with the AFE and decided to just try the MS. Quality wise I really like the AFE. It's put together more cleanly, but with that said....BMC makes the nicest quality filter that I have ever seen. As far as sound goes, the MS is a little bit more muffled. That is most likely due to the fact that it's a 7 layer gauze filter vs 5 layers for the AFE. Either filter will add a nice growl over the stock paper garbage

Splinter4784 · 04-10-2009, 04:49 AM

I have the Oiled AFE, i might replace it with a Macht Schnell once i hit 20 to 25 K miles

d_dot · 04-10-2009, 09:25 AM

does the MS rattle at all?

tom @ eas · 04-10-2009, 11:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by d_dot

does the MS rattle at all?

Not one bit - there are others on the forums that have reported success from upgrading to the MS filter.

powertrip · 04-10-2009, 01:23 PM

Tom is correct; the MS filter does not rattle at all. With that said, the AFE that I had never rattled either. Both filters are great quality. I really like the fact that the MS is a 7 layer filter though...makes my mind rest a little easier.

04-08-2009, 01:24 AM	#1
powertrip Scared money don't make money. 67 Rep 1,448 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (3) Garage List 2009 E92 M3 [0.00]	Filters: Macht Schnell vs AFE oiled For those of you wondering about differences between these two filters in regard to fitment and quality....there is very little. I've had the AFE for a couple months now and the fitment was excellent...no issues regarding rattling and such. Today I replaced it with the Macht Schnell filter and its' fitment is excellent as well. In retrospect I think I would've stuck with the AFE because the difference between the two is so minimal. I also installed the RPI scoops ($99..oh what the hell) today. The fitment was a little tricky and the self-tapping screws suck. Once you have them positioned properly though, they fit nicely. This weekend I'll be replacing those screws with some conventional bolts and nuts. Seat of the pants tells me that their might be some extra power with the scoops, but it's probably mostly in my head. At a very minimum I'm sure that they direct more cool air to the filter, so heat soak is reversed more quickly. Looking forward to my AA tune, pulley and exhaust install
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sge92 Private 3 Rep 70 Posts Drives: e92 M3 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Why did you switch from AFE to MS filter? Can you comment on any differences in induction sound/volume between the 2 filters?
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powertrip Scared money don't make money. 67 Rep 1,448 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (3) Garage List 2009 E92 M3 [0.00]	I switched because I kept hearing about fitment issues with the AFE and decided to just try the MS. Quality wise I really like the AFE. It's put together more cleanly, but with that said....BMC makes the nicest quality filter that I have ever seen. As far as sound goes, the MS is a little bit more muffled. That is most likely due to the fact that it's a 7 layer gauze filter vs 5 layers for the AFE. Either filter will add a nice growl over the stock paper garbage
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Splinter4784 414 little horsies 56 Rep 405 Posts Drives: 2008 M3 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Beverly Hills iTrader: (2)	I have the Oiled AFE, i might replace it with a Macht Schnell once i hit 20 to 25 K miles __________________ Race Precision Inc
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d_dot 4 * General 56 Rep 644 Posts Drives: F12 M6,Audi R8 Lambo Gallardo Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Tri-State iTrader: (0)	does the MS rattle at all? __________________ Nissan GT-R (Sold) E92 M3 + 335 (sold) F10 535 (sold) When Driving Nice Whips It Helps To Have Nice Kix!
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powertrip Scared money don't make money. 67 Rep 1,448 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 M3 DCT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (3) Garage List 2009 E92 M3 [0.00]	Tom is correct; the MS filter does not rattle at all. With that said, the AFE that I had never rattled either. Both filters are great quality. I really like the fact that the MS is a 7 layer filter though...makes my mind rest a little easier.
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