1993 K&N Air Filter?

StrongerThanDef · 07-15-2003, 11:13 PM

I'm wondering If I buy a K&N Filter for my car, will it bolt on to the MAF Sensor part like the air box does? Does it have the plate that bolts on? Sorry if this sounds dumb, but I want to know to continue research on the intake system.

*udmsvt* · 07-15-2003, 11:40 PM

no.

for the 93, K&N only has a drop in which is a waste of money...trust me, i had one.

what you want is a KKM. its a conical, washable S&b filter (similar to K7N and cleans the same way) with the adapter you will need to bolt it to your MAF.
cost=about 90 bucks, click here

the other option is to get the whole intake from www.ifab.net which replaces the tube from MAF to TB and has the adapter for the cone filter, though i am not 100% that this kit comes with the filter.
cost = about 200 bucks

StrongerThanDef · 07-16-2003, 12:16 AM

I'm just looking to buy the adapter for the MAF sensor, the one that hooks up with the air box hookup, where can i get it?

sonik · 07-16-2003, 12:26 AM

http://store.duratecperformance.com/...pl?Cat=2,12,15

http://performancepartsmall.com/cata...nical+Adapters

have2goski · 07-16-2003, 11:55 AM

I would get the K&N if you happen to be in an emissions area. I know that they pass all that smog stuff and are more commonly known to people. Plus they give you a little sticker to slap under your hood.

buying the adapter is probably the easiest way to go. then pick up a K&N filter to put on it. I made an adapter that is working fine but I have been wanting to rework it to make it look cleaner.

after making one myself though, it is probably more trouble than it is worth for what it sounds like you want.

StrongerThanDef · 07-16-2003, 02:33 PM

I'm making a 3" diameter intake out of PVC, I already got the equip and now I have to order the MAF sensor adapter but I don't know which one to get, which one would be best for an intake with a 3" diameter, and with filter would be best to get?

Also heres a question, if i add an adapter to the oil sump hose to make it longer and connect it somewhere else, would it make a difference? What about the two vacuum lines that stick into the air box, could i extend them and move them? would it make a difference? I'll show you guys what i mean with a picture later.

have2goski · 07-16-2003, 05:44 PM

are you making a complete tube to the throttle body?

And if you use 3" PVC you should need a 3 1/2" filter. Just so you know you will probably need to order that in rather than stopping in the ricer section at autozone.

Also K&N makes some different 3 1/2" filters to choose from. I got one that has a 10 degree bend and is offset rather than centered. this helped to keep the filter out of the fuse box. It actually lays really nice in the area where the old flat filter was.

just something to consider when ordering a filter.

have2goski · 07-16-2003, 05:46 PM

that 3 1/2" thing only applies if you are making your own filter to MAS adapter rather than buying one

**DeRocha** · 07-16-2003, 06:28 PM

In case new emission laws effect you, you should keep all the old crap so you can slap it back in to pass...

StrongerThanDef · 07-17-2003, 12:09 AM

what i'm trying to ask is what MAF sensor did the 1993 Ford Explorer 4.0 come with, that way I can know which size adapter to get for my car! I worried about ordering the part and then going to bolt it on and not have it work with the original MAF sensor.

what size mm should i get? 65mm? 70/75mm?

in other words what i'm saying is will a 70/75mm adapter work with the stock MAF sensor? will it bolt right on the stock MAF because i'm trying to adapt a Cone filter to the end of the original stock MAF sensor, which size adapters work?

StrongerThanDef · 07-17-2003, 08:52 AM

anybody?

have2goski · 07-17-2003, 01:39 PM

i know it is pretty small. Definately not the 70 mm one. I can't tell you or sure if the smaller one is the right size. For some reason I was under the impression that it was even smaller than that.

You know if you are making a complete tube to the throttle body you could probably come up with an adapter yourself as well. Just be creative and make the thing air tight. gasket material is a good thing to use in there.

StrongerThanDef · 07-17-2003, 01:54 PM

see thats what i don't understand, if you put an intake in how would you go about connecting it to the stock MAF sensor? Thats why I Figured the adapters would bolt onto the stock size and then the throat/inlet would spread out to the size of an air filter.

sonik · 07-17-2003, 09:09 PM

For connecting a cone filter to the MAF you would get one of those adapters, or make your own. They say a 3.5" cone will fit on the 70/75mm adapter. If your new tube from the MAF to the TB is too big to fit snugly you can use a rubber/silicone reducer or maybe a coupling if it flexes enough. http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...threadid=81609 does this, although the connection to the TB looks a little awkward.

I was going to make my own adapter, bracket, and get a K&N cone. Then I was going to buy the adapter from one of these places. I eventually said screw it and ordered a KKM kit. It arrives next week. I do want to make a heat shield out of aluminum for the cone and maybe make a MAF-TB tube out of ABS though.

07-15-2003, 11:13 PM	#1
StrongerThanDef Wannabe Elite Explorer Milford, Connecticut 1993 XLT Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 55 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	1993 K&N Air Filter? I'm wondering If I buy a K&N Filter for my car, will it bolt on to the MAF Sensor part like the air box does? Does it have the plate that bolts on? Sorry if this sounds dumb, but I want to know to continue research on the intake system. __________________ "Stronger Than Death" ~ Black Label Society

07-15-2003, 11:40 PM	#2
udmsvt Elite Explorer NC Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 2,271 Vehicle Specs	no. for the 93, K&N only has a drop in which is a waste of money...trust me, i had one. what you want is a KKM. its a conical, washable S&b filter (similar to K7N and cleans the same way) with the adapter you will need to bolt it to your MAF. cost=about 90 bucks, click here the other option is to get the whole intake from www.ifab.net which replaces the tube from MAF to TB and has the adapter for the cone filter, though i am not 100% that this kit comes with the filter. cost = about 200 bucks __________________ '93 Sport 4x4 5-speed 3" BL, 32x11.5x15" BFG A/t ko on 15x8 MB/Ultra 160 rims, 3.27s open,clear corners, ALTEZZAs, power moonroof, 7% tint, KKM, SOLD!!!! '87 Ranger 2.9l 4x4 5-speed SOLD!!! '09 Escape XLT 4wd 3.0 SOLD!!! '12 Lexus CT200h '94 Ranger x-cab 4.0 4x4 5-speed

07-16-2003, 12:16 AM	#3
StrongerThanDef Wannabe Elite Explorer Milford, Connecticut 1993 XLT Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 55 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	kinda? I'm just looking to buy the adapter for the MAF sensor, the one that hooks up with the air box hookup, where can i get it? __________________ "Stronger Than Death" ~ Black Label Society

07-16-2003, 12:26 AM	#4
sonik Wannabe Elite Explorer Seattle, WA '94 XLT Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 229 Vehicle Specs	http://store.duratecperformance.com/...pl?Cat=2,12,15 http://performancepartsmall.com/cata...nical+Adapters __________________ '94 XLT 4-door 4x4... KKM intake, Pro-Flow 70mm MAF, Apten chip, BBK 66mm TB, Flowmaster 50 Delta, Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo 265/70-15, Rancho 9K shocks ford.sonik.us

07-16-2003, 11:55 AM	#5
have2goski Wannabe Elite Explorer Columbus '91 Eddie Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 477 Vehicle Specs	K&N I would get the K&N if you happen to be in an emissions area. I know that they pass all that smog stuff and are more commonly known to people. Plus they give you a little sticker to slap under your hood. buying the adapter is probably the easiest way to go. then pick up a K&N filter to put on it. I made an adapter that is working fine but I have been wanting to rework it to make it look cleaner. after making one myself though, it is probably more trouble than it is worth for what it sounds like you want.

07-16-2003, 02:33 PM	#6
StrongerThanDef Wannabe Elite Explorer Milford, Connecticut 1993 XLT Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 55 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	which one to get??? I'm making a 3" diameter intake out of PVC, I already got the equip and now I have to order the MAF sensor adapter but I don't know which one to get, which one would be best for an intake with a 3" diameter, and with filter would be best to get? Also heres a question, if i add an adapter to the oil sump hose to make it longer and connect it somewhere else, would it make a difference? What about the two vacuum lines that stick into the air box, could i extend them and move them? would it make a difference? I'll show you guys what i mean with a picture later. __________________ "Stronger Than Death" ~ Black Label Society

07-16-2003, 05:44 PM	#7
have2goski Wannabe Elite Explorer Columbus '91 Eddie Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 477 Vehicle Specs	3" are you making a complete tube to the throttle body? And if you use 3" PVC you should need a 3 1/2" filter. Just so you know you will probably need to order that in rather than stopping in the ricer section at autozone. Also K&N makes some different 3 1/2" filters to choose from. I got one that has a 10 degree bend and is offset rather than centered. this helped to keep the filter out of the fuse box. It actually lays really nice in the area where the old flat filter was. just something to consider when ordering a filter.

07-16-2003, 05:46 PM	#8
have2goski Wannabe Elite Explorer Columbus '91 Eddie Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 477 Vehicle Specs	one more thing that 3 1/2" thing only applies if you are making your own filter to MAS adapter rather than buying one

07-16-2003, 06:28 PM	#9
DeRocha NEX Vice President Brockton, MA '93 XLT 4x4 Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 6,641 Vehicle Specs	Keep all the old parts. In case new emission laws effect you, you should keep all the old crap so you can slap it back in to pass... __________________ John D-"Search first, Ask questions later" & "You can have my Explorer when you pry the keys from my cold dead hands." <<<Forum Rules >>>My Truck 4x4 Trouble Shooting Guide See how cars work Axle and tire calculators U-joint replacement info/pics Repair info NEX-New England Explorers NEX: Club Events

07-17-2003, 12:09 AM	#10
StrongerThanDef Wannabe Elite Explorer Milford, Connecticut 1993 XLT Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 55 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	nowhere fast? what i'm trying to ask is what MAF sensor did the 1993 Ford Explorer 4.0 come with, that way I can know which size adapter to get for my car! I worried about ordering the part and then going to bolt it on and not have it work with the original MAF sensor. what size mm should i get? 65mm? 70/75mm? in other words what i'm saying is will a 70/75mm adapter work with the stock MAF sensor? will it bolt right on the stock MAF because i'm trying to adapt a Cone filter to the end of the original stock MAF sensor, which size adapters work? __________________ "Stronger Than Death" ~ Black Label Society Last edited by StrongerThanDef; 07-17-2003 at 12:29 AM.

07-17-2003, 08:52 AM	#11
StrongerThanDef Wannabe Elite Explorer Milford, Connecticut 1993 XLT Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 55 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	? anybody? __________________ "Stronger Than Death" ~ Black Label Society

07-17-2003, 01:39 PM	#12
have2goski Wannabe Elite Explorer Columbus '91 Eddie Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 477 Vehicle Specs	size i know it is pretty small. Definately not the 70 mm one. I can't tell you or sure if the smaller one is the right size. For some reason I was under the impression that it was even smaller than that. You know if you are making a complete tube to the throttle body you could probably come up with an adapter yourself as well. Just be creative and make the thing air tight. gasket material is a good thing to use in there.

07-17-2003, 01:54 PM	#13
StrongerThanDef Wannabe Elite Explorer Milford, Connecticut 1993 XLT Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 55 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	see thats what i don't understand, if you put an intake in how would you go about connecting it to the stock MAF sensor? Thats why I Figured the adapters would bolt onto the stock size and then the throat/inlet would spread out to the size of an air filter. __________________ "Stronger Than Death" ~ Black Label Society

07-17-2003, 09:09 PM	#14
sonik Wannabe Elite Explorer Seattle, WA '94 XLT Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 229 Vehicle Specs	For connecting a cone filter to the MAF you would get one of those adapters, or make your own. They say a 3.5" cone will fit on the 70/75mm adapter. If your new tube from the MAF to the TB is too big to fit snugly you can use a rubber/silicone reducer or maybe a coupling if it flexes enough. http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/...threadid=81609 does this, although the connection to the TB looks a little awkward. I was going to make my own adapter, bracket, and get a K&N cone. Then I was going to buy the adapter from one of these places. I eventually said screw it and ordered a KKM kit. It arrives next week. I do want to make a heat shield out of aluminum for the cone and maybe make a MAF-TB tube out of ABS though. __________________ '94 XLT 4-door 4x4... KKM intake, Pro-Flow 70mm MAF, Apten chip, BBK 66mm TB, Flowmaster 50 Delta, Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo 265/70-15, Rancho 9K shocks ford.sonik.us