best panel air filter for my Cupra tdi?

masterfrodo

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As per title, which is the best panel air filter for my Cupra tdi

Standard, Pipercross, or K&N (or other) and why?
 

Thai-wronghorse

Self proclaimed Cupra R addict & butcher!
Dec 3, 2015
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None, stock paper filters are proven to be the best in these engines.

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DrewCole

Spannering the Cupra
Oct 19, 2015
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If it just standard filter then yes the standard ones are fine.

I have always used K&N if replacing with something else though, I've seen Pipercross ones that have dried out from not being cared for, and all of the flaking foam goes straight into the engine.
 

Nam-uk

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bought a K&N for 35 quid when i got the leon mk1 150fr 6 years ago, other than checking the air box and cleaning out ect its saved me on the long run buying the standard air filter
 
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lil3520

IBIZA 1.9 TDI SPORT 08
Nov 26, 2006
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If it just standard filter then yes the standard ones are fine.

I have always used K&N if replacing with something else though, I've seen Pipercross ones that have dried out from not being cared for, and all of the flaking foam goes straight into the engine.

Never had a problem with mine. 147,000 on clock.

Andy
 
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