Thanks for everyone who requested testing air filters and please let me know which brands you want tested in the next round. Also, here's the list of the ones I tested. Thanks again! Products Tested In This Video (in no particular order): EPAuto: amzn.to/3lbyw9E WIX: amzn.to/3aQloBN Fram: amzn.to/3j1stm0 AC Delco: amzn.to/3j2J5tv Purolator: amzn.to/2Qc3pwl K&N: amzn.to/3aJlTh8 K&N Cleaning Kit and Oil: amzn.to/2Qb3Kzk

@mediomorde4511

3 жыл бұрын

Please also compare the K&N oiled filter to an AEM DryFlow. I am really curious to see the differences between an oiled and dry performance filter.

@wyattbielert2929

3 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see a donaldson powercore added to the premium filter test. big rigs use them as stock OEM equipment

@TheDTAnderson

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I don’t know how you would test oil filters but it is good info to know and since you did Oil already.

@stoney696969

3 жыл бұрын

auto1tech.com/ they seem to have good prices, and the website looks good, but I don't want to be fooled like Fram.

@baileyboy7567

3 жыл бұрын

Amsoil and Red Line, all products across the board, please. Oil, oil filter and air filter. GREAT videos !

If KZread channels got awards, I would nominate yours for “Most Useful Channel”. 💯

@patb5266

4 жыл бұрын

For sure!

@kontrolledkhaos4853

4 жыл бұрын

How do we highlight this comment

@jonjudice1155

4 жыл бұрын

I second that motion, plus many more awards, also if he quits youtube is all but dead to me

@hardlyb

4 жыл бұрын

I'd second the motion.

@jroberts7387

4 жыл бұрын

Definitely agree. He deserves an award for the amount of time and effort that gets put into his videos

If products had a stamp saying “project farm tested” I’m buying

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@kevinhadap6463

3 жыл бұрын

Likewise.

@etdizzle10

3 жыл бұрын

*SUCESSFULLY PASSED Project Farm test, lol.

@jamesalbright6155

3 жыл бұрын

Hey he could do that, alot of companys charge corporations for tests on there products vs competition

@BassFishingAddictions

3 жыл бұрын

Honestly though

We've legitimately used this man's videos to change what kind of tools and parts etc that we use on the generators we build at my work, his videos have actually solved some issues we've been dealing with and helped make our products better. Can't give any better praise than that

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks so much!

@markharootunian775

11 ай бұрын

True! Project Farm is AWESOME!!!

@samuelstewart38

11 ай бұрын

VERY IMPRESSIVE!!! 😂😂

@user-go6cj3zw9m

5 ай бұрын

I used his car battery recommendation yesterday over Consumer Report's evaluation and recommendation. I like how he shows you how he tests things.

@reeksreeks3017

3 ай бұрын

Wow. Talk a bout making a difference.

I just wanted to come back and say thanks for taking the time to do this. There are so many misinformed people and I was one of them before this. I share this video at least once every three months when discussions about air filters and cold air intakes comes up.

@ProjectFarm

3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

This guy has more credibility than anyone in our government.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@farmerjohn1365

4 жыл бұрын

I'm voting Project Farm for office

@Cluster-Duck

4 жыл бұрын

Project Farm I vote for you 2024

@medmuscle

4 жыл бұрын

That's a low standard tho. I'm pretty sure that he isn't guilty of treason and wants steal from us while trampling on the constitution like today's politicians, from both left AND right.

@Pinkielover

4 жыл бұрын

thats not saying much.... this guy is my go to testing guy

Let’s just respect the fact that he counted all those pleates

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@paulgeorge9614

4 жыл бұрын

ALLGAMING404 😂😂

@timnelson5037

4 жыл бұрын

Definitely more patience than I have...

@glenniz1

4 жыл бұрын

@@timnelson5037.....Farm is a Retired Airman! He was taught patience, and learned quite well!

@turtletube

4 жыл бұрын

Yes lol

As others have mentioned, would love to see something similar done with cabin air filters. Keep up the great work!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.

@Aragon714

Жыл бұрын

Need this ❤

@libertystuffnthingsreviews829

10 ай бұрын

​@@ProjectFarmI agree!

@blumatrix

3 ай бұрын

This would be great! Thanks for all of your testing!!

So glad I watched this. Used to swear by K&N, had no idea the potential damage it was causing.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@greenmonkey7305

Жыл бұрын

I’m at 15,000 mile oil change intervals on my Toyota Corolla and I’ve had a oiled K@N filter for over 100,000 of those miles. I have seen nothing atrocious in all the oil samples that I have sent off so I would not worry too much.

@mikebarnea4789

Жыл бұрын

@Green Monkey that's not really a good metric considering ingested air never comes in contact with motor oil. Biggest place you'll see the difference is in the intake track. Fine grit wearing on valve seats and guides. In other words, that yota will last maybe 200k? Where others might last 4-500k

@iamgermane

Жыл бұрын

Well ya it is pretty much free air flow to get more power.

@Grenyas

Жыл бұрын

I used to hang out on the TJ Wrangler forums often and the more experienced guys there would always talk trash about K&N filters being overpriced and not working well. That was before this video was uploaded. Looks like they were right.

Let’s just appreciate this guy helping answer these age old questions

@willb3018

4 жыл бұрын

For sure. This is literally one of only two channels to which I subscribe that I never miss a video. Really useful and valuable info.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@jamesleesley

4 жыл бұрын

No kidding on the age old questions.

@douglasdarby8584

4 жыл бұрын

Make sure you show your support by donating to his Patreon account. This guy buys a bunch of products to test.

@blaken3824

4 жыл бұрын

It's amazing how many products are out there with false claims.

This guy has a gift. And he doesn't bother us with too much talking. He just gets to the point and tells you what you need to know. I've come to this channel a few times and I haven't wasted anytime with his videos. Very nice and informative. I am grateful!

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that!

@josephbarrerareyes

4 жыл бұрын

That's why I'm here.

@joshuamoore1091

4 жыл бұрын

Maybe my gift is to appreciate others and encourage them in their tasks toward greatness. Huzzah. I found something that I'm good at!

@rstuff1605

4 жыл бұрын

If you notice when you install a filter, there is guides made from glue sometimes (guess it keeps the pleats together). Put that side towards the intake pipe I have put it the other way and ran less efficiently because of turbulence (more noticeable with bigger air box or pipes) but they are less restrictive.

@77.88.

3 жыл бұрын

God gives each one of us gifts to use, this guy was given the whole bushels full!

I’ve used OEM or Wix for years in a variety of vehicles, so I am very glad the Wix did well. Really appreciate the passion and thoroughness you put into your videos. Looking forward to what’s next, take care!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tallpaull9367

8 ай бұрын

Wix vs Denso would be good to know

As a mechanic/ owner operator of a small shop, and a youtuber myself, I love this channel, always very through and well planned out! Stay awesome 😊

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

After all his hard work, he still makes time to respond to every comment. Best KZreadr ever! Thank you sir!!

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

I try! Thanks for watching!

@johnm.runyon3682

4 жыл бұрын

BJ G I don’t know how he does it. Seems like a good guy and looks like he had one heck of a farm.

@valimake6827

4 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm i like the way you do the tests! Great content!

@chaseschlafmann1239

4 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing when I posted. Definitely didn’t think I’d get a response. But love these videos!

@justinclark6053

4 жыл бұрын

For real!!!

Cant wait till "Project Farm approved" stickers

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jimhojohn4806

4 жыл бұрын

@@BruceLortzHI yes!! This is how he can stay neutral and still make cash. Check into this dude.

@firstnamesecondname5341

4 жыл бұрын

Certainly would be nice to see a ‘verified by recognised consumer tester’ or something a kin to it. It’s how Thatcham in UK 🇬🇧 stated out, a group of car enthusiasts with their own money bought a bunch of steering locks and tested them for legitimacy against claims, they moved onto car alarms, immobilisers and then really took off. google Thatcham or check out the link kzread.info

@simonManleeeee

4 жыл бұрын

Take my money

@Rottidog68

4 жыл бұрын

Great idea! I could use some stickers for more horsepower.

Thank you. I have been saying it for decades that K&N is great for flow but terrible on filtration. I have seen many diesels with K&Ns come in with dusted turbo wheels (saw blading) with no obvious pre turbo air leaks. I avoid them on all my vehicles.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for the feedback.

@vikasshelke5544

Жыл бұрын

Good for airflow but bad for dust filtration , why even put filter when you can let entire gush of air in for best of performance .

@mechcommander7876

Жыл бұрын

@@vikasshelke5544because you don’t want to risk your engine ingesting sand, rocks, leaves, potato chip bags, etc. You want a filter to prevent that but you want one with low restriction. Ideally a racetrack won’t be super dusty so fine filtration isn’t really needed.

@NASTYVIDS

Жыл бұрын

Lol K&N filters are good at nothing.

@darylsmioth1904

Жыл бұрын

If someone has a diesel pickup for sale and states its had a K&N filter all its life I would RUN!

This video is super easy to follow and understand. You are very thorough thru the process and aren’t boring at all. Thank you for helping me understand how this filters work and even answer questions I didn’t know I had!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

You can literally see the sun moving, hours ticking off by the effort this man is putting from 7:27-8:40

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@mawilkinson1957

4 жыл бұрын

And that's not including building the test fixtures. Call it days.

@bigalhague

4 жыл бұрын

You really think 12 ten second pulls took hours?

This channel is more valuable than consumer reports. Seriously. Also, my two brands coming out on top was awesome

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@ruizhernandeztrustfi

4 жыл бұрын

Consumer report sucks dude.

@akaichen7352

4 жыл бұрын

Agree

@lamont1979ss

4 жыл бұрын

K&N takes bronze... I can live with that!

@DoubleTap702

4 жыл бұрын

You can never go wrong with Purolator or WIX products.

Once again I'm impressed with the high quality comparison and easy to decipher results that you deliver. Thank you for offering the best and most dependable comparisons available on the internet today.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

@baanjones5910

Жыл бұрын

Switching from Fran to Wix. 😁

This channel has no equal. It is the best at comparing products out there. Respect

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I now consider YOUR tests more authoritative than ad's, testimonials, or endorsements. Thanks!

I was an air filter engineer for many years a long time ago at one of the brands you tested. You do a great job, as always and I applaud your very logical and thoughtful approach. However, I'd like to make a few comments about this report. 1. Flour or powder do not make good test mediums. They tend to agglomerate, and in any case do not compare well with industry standard contaminants. 2. During testing, an even distribution of contamination introduction is critical. Thus, semi-random placement of the test medium can drastically affect the test outcome. A typical test set-up involves an aspirated cloud of contaminant for more consistent and even dispersal to assure a more realistic particle size distribution. 3. Industry standard contaminant particle size is inversely proportional to particle count. In fact, the number of particles increases dramatically (exponentially) as size goes down. 4. Engine wear potential is attributable to particle make-up, i.e. Is it silica or organics, etc., and quantity. Thus, engine wear risk drops dramatically with particle size. Internally moving engine parts, especially rings & valves, are not usually affected by very small particles in small quantities. Five microns is about 1/100000 inches. Concern for wear begins around 10,000 microns or below .005". 5. Flow is generally concentrated in any filter, despite shape and flow diverting techniques used. Placement of contaminant on the filter media by hand is less realistic. 6. Contamination which agglomerates will increase pressure drop and increase contamination removal efficiency giving erroneous results. As a function of actual wear potential, the K&N, though inefficient according to your test, may actually be the best protector because of its affinity for the larger silica particles seen in real life. Still, your test report is very persuasive! Thank you for reading!

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@mebe2k

3 жыл бұрын

Smear some petroleum jelly on the clean side of your air cleaner, run a paper filter for a week, see how much it lets through, then do the same with a K&N...the petroleum jelly will be full of gritty crap...I will never use a K&N filter again.

@chipdeschenes6184

3 жыл бұрын

@@mebe2k I would say your petroleum jelly test is brilliant! We used a Coulter Counter wafer downstream of the filter to catch what passed through and this was very effective, especially in measuring particle size distribution. The really small stuff was impossible to filter without serious pressure/flow loss. But, K&N elements were never tested, way back then. Great suggestion you made!

@baconmunchers629

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Chip D - What brand would you buy for your own vehicle?

@chipdeschenes6184

3 жыл бұрын

@@baconmunchers629 My best recollection is Fram and Purelator were always top performers but I really have no idea how they compare today. When you take the physics into consideration of what is happening, it is generally true a greater pressure drop is indicative of contamination buildup, thus further suggesting your engine is being protected. Also, the number of pleats in the filter media reduces pressure drop from the outset by lowering the cfm of air per square inch, assuming no major differences in the media itself. I would elect to use the filter with the most pleats (most media) and significant pressure drop with increasing contamination. I don't believe the engine's output is noticeably compromised with one inch of water pressure increase and, in any case, I'd rather know I was protected. Cars can run without oil filters for years, as long as the oil is changed regularly. But, contamination entering the engine through a poor filter directly affects the combustion area! Air filtering is much more important than oil filtering!

I have watched this channel explode! you are a very smart person for all of these tests

Perfect timing for my finding this video. I am just about ready to change the filters in my car and now I know the best ones to get. Thanks for doing the testing!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

I sell parts and recommend products based off your results with a recommendation that customers watch your videos. Thank you for what you do Sir.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Particle counter! Dude!! When I first started watching you ..you were like: Lets see how long this lawn mower engine runs on human pee! You are now outdoing Consumer Reports! God, I hope you are getting paid for this. Obviously...awesome job as usual!

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@amsb4dafunk406

4 жыл бұрын

He gets paid If The impatient mafakas don't skip the ads.

@potatojz38

4 жыл бұрын

@@amsb4dafunk406 he gets paid whether you press skip ad or not, just like he gets paid even though I have premium and don't see any ads, but he still gets revenue off the view.

@thatcoalminer275

4 жыл бұрын

I would still enjoy seeing what all an engine can run on as well lol

@elvsrbad2

4 жыл бұрын

But can a mower run on human pee? Now I need to know

Thanks a lot for your experiment I’m actually getting a new filter for my car this weekend and now I know which brands to look for.

These tests you run are simply amazing. Thank you.

@ProjectFarm

3 ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

I’m like a neurotic raccoon when it comes air filters, oil filters and wiper blades always wondering who cleans the best. Super interesting.

@stephenwilson9883

4 жыл бұрын

Paul Stan same that’s hilarious. Already started shopping purolator so I can get the k&n out. Also Toyota oem blades on my wife’s Highlander are the best.... just took my rain-x off. You’re welcome

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

lol. Nice!

@yournightmareracing1754

4 жыл бұрын

@@stephenwilson9883 Same, but Wix for me. Elite filtration and second best 0-60.

@sarahdell4042

4 жыл бұрын

Nothing worse than cheap wipers!!

@samspace81

4 жыл бұрын

Ooo wiper blades is a great idea!

Sure is nice to have a friend who’s an energetic, resourceful, imaginative genius

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

2 years ago I watched this but watching again because I need to replace the filter on my truck. So glad this channel is here

Legitimately changed up everything I use based on your videos, now I have all the tools and equipment I need and trust. Thank you.

@ProjectFarm

5 ай бұрын

Nice! You are welcome!

I trust this guy so much that now I just hit "like" on the videos when they start. He's helped me narrow down age old questions.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@borginator1493

4 жыл бұрын

Hah, I do the same exact thing man.

@Infection3d

4 жыл бұрын

@robert retka same

@Infection3d

4 жыл бұрын

@robert retka yep! That would be a test to find the most intimidating blades. 😁

Just a suggestion, but maybe add something on your graphs that just clarifies if "lower is better" or "higher is better"

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! Thank you

@ChristopherT_

4 жыл бұрын

@You Wish Thanks for the clarification

@MrTheHillfolk

4 жыл бұрын

Airflow vs filtration , which do you want ? There's going to be a trade-off either way. About the only way to "gain" a little bit in both departments is to increase the size of the filter. Like an old v8, stack as many round air filter elements as you can. You'll maintain decent airflow with decent filtration for a longer period.

@Oblithian

4 жыл бұрын

@@MrTheHillfolk To an extent. But, as some other tests have shown, design and material differences can be an improvement on both, compared to stock.

@billfishtank7192

4 жыл бұрын

I've always had a suspicion he has an oil filter test in the works. But I cant be sure of course. You have to imagine running multiple brands of oil filters through the same vehicle for 3500 miles minimum takes time.

I appreciate you did this. I researched filters online and decided on the WIX. I am glad to see the Purolator is also just as good.

Excellent video as usual and thank you so much for going out of your way and always replying to all the comments. You have a great day and always look forward to your videos! Thank you once again

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

The amount of effort and detail that goes into your experiments is top-notch

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@michaeldymott5214

4 жыл бұрын

I have to agree 100% Thank you, Project Farm! I love all of your videos!

@rsnerd008

4 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm nasa could take notes from your testing methods!

By far, the best KZread channel I've ever seen. As a head of household, father and handyman, your videos have benefited me the most and helps me to make better decisions with the products I buy. Can't thank you enough for that!

@peterlattimore6013

4 жыл бұрын

Also makes your family confident in your knowledge... just don't let them know ya got the knowledge from the "farm"... lol

@esatd34

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Informed consumer is the feared consumer. Make the companies fear us!

Great job as usual! Your results echo what most of us already know. The "secret" to K&N's great breathing capability is its extremely poor filtration performance.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Well, said!

@Mannyjv

10 ай бұрын

I won't pretend that oiled filters are great at filtration. However, I had just used one in my V8 pickup for around 50,000 miles with no cleaning and no issues. Mostly road driving without much dust, but not always. Some offroading, but not much. As far as I can tell, it ran the same or better until I totalled it a month ago. It was 21 years old, and very reliable. I mean no malice; I'm just wondering what your thoughts are about this. I'm beginning to think fine filtration isn't as important and coarse filtration.

@rtflone

10 ай бұрын

@@Mannyjv The logic is undeniable. You can flow air or trap particles you can't do both

@joe1071

9 ай бұрын

This is so true lol

@Mannyjv

9 ай бұрын

@@rtflone you can get a little of both. K&N must be enough filtration for all my vehicles.

Saw this video and bought a Wix air filter for my new to me 4Runner the next day. Excellent review and an easy video to watch!

@ProjectFarm

2 ай бұрын

Thanks!

This channel is killing me. Like this dude does the most thorough testing on youtube imo well him and gamer nexus if you're into computers. He has the tools for freaking everything and the few things he doesn't have he creates himself. Then his scientific method is damn near flawless. I'm like this guy needs a lab coat and some googles at least that's what I keep expecting.

@tonycj7860

4 жыл бұрын

Some Bill Nye equipment!

@wiggitywhitefox

4 жыл бұрын

For computer madness and facts it’s JayzTwoCents

@Nathan_Jay

3 жыл бұрын

Tech Jesus still needs to move out of his mom's basement 😂

This channel is honestly the most useful and fundamental source for everyday applications.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

You are literally the best at consumer reports!!!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Thank you for all your videos sir you tests have helped me make decisions on my purchase for years

Straight to the point, no wasted 2 minute intro or fluff. Outstanding!

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

This explains much. When I crashed my Suburban through a bakery with my K&N filter, performance was notably worse. However I was able to make biscuits from the exhaust.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

lol Thanks for watching.

@galejenness7615

4 жыл бұрын

wisenber I was using K&N air filters when Mt Saint Helen’s erupted and ash was blowing thru the air everywhere! I knew a lot of people that weren’t able to keep their vehicles running with all the ash clogging up their filters. But my K&N never gave me one bit of problems keeping the ash out of my engine nor ever clogged either! Same goes for all my ATV’s and dirt bikes using K&N air filters in the sand or dirt/mud. Never once have I gotten any sand or dirt in my carbs or engine. But ridding in heavy blowing sand and dirt you do have to clean your filters more often!

@wisenber

4 жыл бұрын

@@galejenness7615 I've been using K&N in my Suburbans for over 20 years. No complaints.

@yummiermussel5331

4 жыл бұрын

Just threw a k&N in my burban. Very happy with the response and sound improvement

Wow thank you so much, this test has changed my perspective on k and n filters. I have these filters in all of my vehicles, that will now change. God bless and be safe

@ProjectFarm

9 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

You’re just outstanding. These videos and tools you build are Incredible

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I second the oil filter test, we need to know!

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! Thank you

@4gauge10

4 жыл бұрын

Amsoil is rated the number ONE oil filter. It's rated at 98.7% at 20 microns.

@extreemairsoft

4 жыл бұрын

All ratings are presumed false until tried by project farm in his garage by a group of his lawnmowers

@RadRidesByCru

4 жыл бұрын

Not to take money out of P/F's pocket but, look up "oil filter test" by CarsNToys… He has a few shockingly thorough and very entertaining oil filter tests.

@brendancross2767

4 жыл бұрын

I agree that this test should occur Not only would it be good to see what oil filter is best, but also what oil filters actually do

I have nothing to add other than - I am SO grateful for the time and effort you put into these videos.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

I usually look for comparison videos till i see yours. Very comprehensive comparisons, thank you good job.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

A big thanks for this viideo, Iv been a Wix fan for the last decade or so for my daily drivvers and im glad you conferming my thought!

@ProjectFarm

9 ай бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.

This by far has been the best channel I've ever found. I remember when it was all seafoam and epoxy and a couple thousand subs. You sir deserve an award for all your hard work and dedication. Best content from any testing channel.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@NR-yn4zx

4 жыл бұрын

Yes agreed. Almost of his contents are similiar with my thoughts and what if

@honestguy7764

4 жыл бұрын

Project Farm That mower should be in a Museum.

@RoninMortifer

4 жыл бұрын

Same here, and when he was testing all those lawnmower engines and all that, it was amazing how help he's been to us all these years

I work at an auto parts store and I usually recommend customers buying WIX, over any of the other filters, watching this makes me feel better about my recommendations that I give out.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@deathleprosy27

2 жыл бұрын

@@ronb6182 It’s not about having a customer pay more money the most expensive filter is a K & N depending on the car make it usually is about 50 bucks, Well mycrogard is the cheapest it doesn’t last long, for five bucks difference on a wix and for better quality you can’t go wrong.

@maxiomaxiom6169

2 жыл бұрын

😂

@monster-pq7ln

2 жыл бұрын

K&N are referred to rock catchers on a well known oil website, so I'm not surprised. Not surprised to know that Wix came out on top, but would have thought Fram would have done better. Their orange cans are low end, but the Ultra is a contender with some of the highest rated filters out there.

@Jon-us1bx

2 жыл бұрын

“Sizing up” is generally speaking not a good idea. There’s more that goes into a filter being “the right one” than the thread and the gasket.

I love your video as always. You showed us real world test results thoroughly by performing some very well designed tests, which are very informative. Many other "Best Engine Air Filters" videos only showed summarized product highlights from manufacturers, which are pretty useless.

@ProjectFarm

9 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Sunt de parere ca faci o treaba avansata si detaliata a produaelor. Bravo, sunt foarte impresi0nat!

From my 8yo son: “He should test cheap and expensive tires”

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Great video idea! Please say "thank you" to your son for me!

@rodfryman2781

4 жыл бұрын

Smart kid

@elivaughan1192

4 жыл бұрын

I would give patreon support for that, given the number of tires i go through.

@tobasb2

4 жыл бұрын

Tyre Reviews is a great channel for that.

@elivaughan1192

4 жыл бұрын

@@tobasb2 I prefer Project Farm. He keeps it simple and honest. I am by no means saying the channel you mention doesn't, by the way.

One of the best review channels on KZread. Don't ever sell out man! Thank you!

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@brodyadams04

4 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm You are very welcome buddy!

Always appreciated the quality of testing. Thank you!

@ProjectFarm

6 ай бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

Another cool project might be to test the integrity of wiper fluids at really cold temperatures. Right now the weather in my area is about -4°F and I have wiper fluid that’s supposedly good to -25 and that is not the case. I think a test like that would be cool with some name brands and some generic ones.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

@rippinrogers

11 ай бұрын

-60F is available in Canada

This is gold. Let us all know when the sore loser companies start coming after you, we got your back.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate the support!

@DerAngeloMerte

4 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm You are the only KZreadr i trust when it comes to producttesting. I would bet money that you wouldnt trick us! Also i love the the unbiased conclusions. Btw. Could you please make your graphs easier to read or nicer to look at. I mean i understand them but they are unpleasant to look at. ALSO can you please make a rating home many times which brand won in the testings??

@Adrianyoutubing

4 жыл бұрын

Don't the k&n filters need oiling before use? I used them in my bikes for years. I've never used them on cars.

@RipJawsX95

4 жыл бұрын

@@Adrianyoutubing it comes pre oiled

@Kafka451

4 жыл бұрын

@@Adrianyoutubing yeah after the initial use... they can be cleaned and then re-oiled.... kind of a pain actually.

i knew my performance felt sluggish when i drove through that bakery with my k&n air filter

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

lol Thanks for watching.

@pdufusc

3 жыл бұрын

Stay away from the "DONUTS"..... they clog everything!!!

@CJ-wc6lf

3 жыл бұрын

Stay away from those oiled filters. It oils your mass air flow sensor and makes your hair too oily. You may find you have to wash your hair more. It is bad if you are on a date and not giving your date attention but make it all about your hair...lol

@MauriceNL1

3 жыл бұрын

@@CJ-wc6lf The MAF is fine if you oil it good.

@Im_The_Slep

3 жыл бұрын

@@MauriceNL1 indeed

Another OUTSTANDING demonstration of what we buy ! Thank you !

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

Other channels have already covered this, but I'd love your take on testing oil filters. Great videos!

@ProjectFarm

8 ай бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

I admire your dedication to your videos! Keep up the hard work. I appreciate all the work you put in!

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Lesson learned- don’t dump flour into the intake!

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@jsfkdkjslfdslfkdj

4 жыл бұрын

Project Farm love your videos! I watch them all as soon as the notification comes in

@hondarider2067

4 жыл бұрын

That is true. Bad thing is over time small particles similar in size do make their way to the filter. Really not worth it for the minimal power gains. I'll be going back to Wix filters.

@jcstuart6978

4 жыл бұрын

Chris C lol

Just bought a Purolator before I watched this video this makes me more confident in my decision. Thank you!!!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

This guy is the youtube standard. I love this channel!

@ProjectFarm

8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Oil filter comparison would be a good “spin off” of this video

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video idea.

@rickyh527

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, please! I just finished watching your engine oil comparison video (Kirkland, Amazon, Super Tech) and this was my next interest.

@RRaucina

4 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm Be sure to try Motorcraft oil filters

@pebjr6621

4 жыл бұрын

Like to see comparisons with a Mann filters also.

@CarolReidCA

4 жыл бұрын

I'd like to see that too! Always been told Bosche oil filters were very good. It will be good to see an actual test of filters to see which oil filters are the best! Good to keep cars going for a long time!

100% most useful channel on KZread, you deserve an award sir!

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the nice comment!

@HDL_CinC_Dragon

2 жыл бұрын

At least he already has a Gold Play button! Time to get that Diamond!

Your testing setups are AMAZING! Please test cold air intake air filters vs regular air filters

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion.

I love coming back to this video because thanks to you i discovered the best overall engine and cabin filters...WIX 💪💯

@ProjectFarm

Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

I love Project Farm for it's high moral compass and not being paid off for results, too bad our politicians can't live up to his level of integrity.

@johncollins5552

2 жыл бұрын

Project Farm for President, no offence President Biden.

@milehigh3054

2 жыл бұрын

@@johncollins5552 a potato would be better than Beijing Biden.

@kinguin7

2 жыл бұрын

Next election, we need project farm to compare all the options...

@n.randall6152

2 жыл бұрын

Facts! Team :VLAD!!! ® MAKE YARD ORNAMENTS GREAT AGAIN!!!

@Jackmerius_Tacktheretrix

2 жыл бұрын

Politician: I can't be bought Project Farm: We're gonna test that

I always bought Fram, now changed to Wix. Thank you

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@carbonblack1002

3 жыл бұрын

And if the store is sold out of wix, you can get a Napa gold. Napa gold is made by wix

@BA-gn3qb

3 жыл бұрын

Old saying in regards to Fram: Red is Dead. (As in a dead engine) Especially don't use Fram Oil Filters.

Another great job. This is why I look forward to your videos. Awesome information.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

I like the analytical way you examine the various products. You do not have a per determined idea of which one will be the winner. Thanks for the insights.

@ProjectFarm

8 күн бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

I'm not from usa. I don't even own a car. But I still watched your video without skipping once. That's how good your video was.

@ProjectFarm

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

I'm a filtration test engineer for a living and, I have to say, nice job for a DIY style setup. We use pretty stringent guidelines on contamination and particle testing, but your setup was a good idea for a general idea of how the filters perform. The only thing I'd recommend on this one is to think about the fact that a lot of filters are designed for the rated flow-rate of the engine inside the O.E. air box. Air dynamics across a plate mounted filter can do funny things to the measured restriction and cause it to spike or fall compared to when it's installed in a vehicle. You might be surprised how different the pressure loss can be in those situations. Other than that, nice job.

@radiomantodd

4 жыл бұрын

How would you say the idea of dumping contaminant directly onto the media works? Not sure that gives a real-world, or even valid hypothetical standard for testing...

@radiomantodd

4 жыл бұрын

@shankle farm respectfully, disagree. it's like when mythbusters shot frozen chickens out of an air canon to see if it would destroy a cessna.... Now in their example they found that both the frozen and thawed chicken did equal damage. But then they realized they were not using airplane grade windshield glass.... You have to test the practical application.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

@musicwv

4 жыл бұрын

@@radiomantodd To be honest, the direct contaminant injection method has never been my favorite, but it can provide consistent results. However, this is only when using a proven contaminant standard. The capacities that are achieved in a lab are typically less than what you would see in the field. Dirt loading over a longer period allows for pathways to develop in the media and prolong the life of the filter.

@musicwv

4 жыл бұрын

@shankle farm Your point is half on target. They were all treated the same, which is good methodology, but it doesn't mean they will react the same on a flat plate compared to the OE air box. The airflow dynamics are completely different between the two and though one filter may stink on the flat plate it may excel in the OE air box and vice versa. As for the flow rate, it makes a big difference on how air is directed into and through the filter media. If the flow rate is too low it can actually cause turbulence around the pleats. If designed properly, the filter can act as a sort of air straightener and actually help with MAF noise.

I was very excited when I saw he had a video on air filters, my truck is due for a new one. I thought I better look to see which ones filter out the most and of course this channel always comes through!

@ProjectFarm

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

Why couldn't I have had this guy for a science teacher in high school?! Excellent content!

Would love to see an air filter test of “Performance” air filters like AEM, Air RAID, Spectra,etc. Love the channel, keep up the good work!

@Sambnt

4 жыл бұрын

Same!

@workingguy6666

4 жыл бұрын

Why? They would allow about the same amount of contaminants through them as the K&N. Most are derivatives of the K&N. Why buy junk? Little gains in horsepower is no reason to trash an engine.

@Tyler-yr3si

4 жыл бұрын

Working Guy I would be interested to see if some of the non oiled versions would be any better. I’m sure the increased air flow they advertise comes at a cost of filtering efficiency. I would be curious to see as how much more debris they allow through vs oiled filter.

@Sambnt

4 жыл бұрын

Some companies like S&B make a supposedly high performance paper filter that you can get instead of the oiled alternative too, I’d love to see one in the test

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion!

You should test “cabin” air filters next!

@cheesy4878

4 жыл бұрын

agree Plz do the cabin air filters test!! 3m and bosch

@DKSOOHOO1

4 жыл бұрын

Agree. If especially like to see a comparison of the activated carbon cabin air filters with regular paper cabin air filters.

@ChuckD59

4 жыл бұрын

Fram has a nice one I've been using with Arm&Hammer and carbon. Very good, neutral smell.

@ColonelK0rn1

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I cringed when I asked how much mine was at the Honda dealership. It was still really expensive from online OEM dealers.

@BrockMcSheridan

4 жыл бұрын

You guys have cabin air filters 😱

Thank you 🙏 Brother. Switching out all my K&N air filters for WIX. God Bless you for your Honesty

@ProjectFarm

3 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

These comparisons are very informative keep them coming

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

Test cabin air filter (regular and carbon filter)

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Great recommendation!

@poptartmcjelly7054

4 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm Perhaps you could incorporate a smoke test for cabin filters to simulate heavy traffic?

@davidhardwick1322

4 жыл бұрын

@@ProjectFarm Does the Toyota genuine carbon cabin air filter do a better job (at 10 x the cost) then the carbon air filter I can buy online? Does the Toyota genuine non-carbon fiber cabin air filter do a better job (at 5 x the cost) than the fiber cabin air filter I can buy online? I find that the genuine Toyota carbon cabin air filter comes with that new car leather smell embedded in it, but after a while it absorbs all the bad smells, particularly in damp weather with the cabin air on recycle in the city, so it ends up smelling pretty bad if you put the heater or air-conditioning on. Great at first, but needs changing after about 12,000 miles to get rid of the smell, even if it isn't clogged. The fiber filter has no embedded smell, and tends to absorb less smell.

@cliffh8486

4 жыл бұрын

Great idea especially for allergy prone people like myself. I found that many companies manufacture them but the fit into the filter bracket was terrible.

4 жыл бұрын

That I'd like to see and also do tiny carbon activated filters for cabin filtration actually outperform non activated carbon filters?

Fixing cars for 20years, and I have always believed that Fram was quality untill i saw this and the oilfilter test. Will never buy Fram again.

@hotrodray6802

4 жыл бұрын

Buy the cheapest version you can then condemn the entire brand name. Right on. Chevy's are shit cars. My uncle had a lemon in 1995 they're all junk

@Shelboooooo

4 жыл бұрын

@@hotrodray6802 you sound like a cry baby, is that true?

@Shelboooooo

4 жыл бұрын

Fram is garbage, always has been. Known that since I was 16, cut apart some oil filters and realized how terrible there products are.

@pablojones5613

4 жыл бұрын

I have avoided Fram wherever possible. I have heard too many horror stories, especially in relation to their oil filters.

@notanavrageloser

4 жыл бұрын

Fram is capable of making a good filter. Their orange ones (PH part numbers) are garbage. Their higher tiers are much better, but the build quality and filtering performance of their cheapies always gives me pause.

Thanks for doing these tests!! This was really insightful.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Glad to hear!

As always, thank you for your review. You are a real life saver.

@ProjectFarm

10 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

I enjoyed listening to the 0 to 60 runs, gotta love that V8 sound.

@kkrankie

4 жыл бұрын

Python don Dodd When the local PD gets complaints of speeders on his road, they don’t even go out..”Project Farm must be up to something...”

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@latrogeniwile58

4 жыл бұрын

Maybe he can borrow my 454 Suburban for the next round.

I formerly worked for an automotive parts manufacturer that was represented in this testing. I find PF's testing approach to be VERY credible and findings very interesting. One thing to note, any engine air filter is actually MORE effective at filtering particulate with a bit of age/usage as the previously captured foreign material in the filter media increases the filter's own filtering capacity. That made sense to me during product training years ago, but would have never occurred to me beforehand. There's definitely an argument for NOT changing this filter prematurely as some of us enthusiasts are prone to do with "over maintaining" our vehicles. Just wanted to add this interesting factoid. Nice job PF, love your content!

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for sharing.

@motorenbastler9289

2 жыл бұрын

I build just for fun an air cleaner for home uses and i used an car air filter. Do they reduce also pollen in the air?

@TheNuclearBolton

2 жыл бұрын

I guess that’s why Subaru recommends you change the engine air filter every 30,000 miles on the Ascents. I was about to change I at every oil change before I noticed the manufacturers instructions.

@ctsingletrack

2 жыл бұрын

The filtration gets better as the filter gets saturated, but it also gets harder for the air to pass through.

@schlomoshekelstein908

2 жыл бұрын

same thing for pool filters, in fact they had a special dust you dump into the filter that coats it so it filters better

Another great video! I have made many informed purchases thanks to your channel!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad to hear!

Just got asked to rate your channel. Gave a full smiley face, and said your channel was informative and useful.

@ProjectFarm

6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

The amount of work and effort that goes into these videos, we really appreciate it, thank you

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

And this is why I buy Wix filters for everything.

@Eduardo_Espinoza

4 жыл бұрын

and their oil filters are good looking inside

@wallacegrommet9343

4 жыл бұрын

Wix website has the absolute best application and cross reference lookup anywhere, with specs for every filter listed

@isaakwelch3451

4 жыл бұрын

Wix has always been a known quantity for me. My daily drivers usually get wix filters.

@venividivici4253

4 жыл бұрын

Isaak Welch Purolator for me. It’s more local in my automotive shop and don’t have problems with them even in my older 97 Camry.

@isaakwelch3451

4 жыл бұрын

@@venividivici4253 The closest auto shop to me is NAPA, and their branded filters are made by wix.

Awesome video, would love to see your testing on all the different performance filters such as S&B, AFE etc. Thanks for all the great videos

@ProjectFarm

Ай бұрын

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

Another grand slam test!! Great job, and it was very helpful and informative.

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!

A few years ago, a friend with a 3/4ton diesel changed over to K&N from OEM. He had had oil analysis done several times prior to changing over, so he had a baseline for comparison. After installing the K&N the next oil analysis flagged "silica contamination" (dirt), and they suggested a leak in the air intake system (check hoses, clamps, etc.). No leaks or loose clamps were found. So he removed the K&N and reinstalled the OEM. The next analysis showed a reduced, but still high, silica contamination, he kept the OEM system in place. With each oil change and each analysis, the silica content went down. It took 4 or 5 oil changes to get back to the baseline he had before he installed the K&N.

@ProjectFarm

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing.

@michaelcohen9363

2 жыл бұрын

that doesn't make any sense, since all the silica content would be removed with the oil change...

@glenatgoogle4393

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelcohen9363 It is impossible to get 100% of the oil & contaminants out in one oil change. As I said it took 4 or 5 changes to get it back to normal. I'm pretty sure he used Blackstone Labs. Indications of contamination go up a lot faster than they come down.

@michaelcohen9363

2 жыл бұрын

@@glenatgoogle4393 "showed a reduced, but still high, silica contamination" That wouldn't happen after the first one or two oil changes.

@glenatgoogle4393

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelcohen9363 Yet it did. BTW the guy I was referring to -- 20+ years as a mechanic, ASE certified in all categories.

As the comments have shown, you've helped out so many people out by doing these tests. i hope you've never doubted yourself. thank you for saving me a lot of time, worry, frustration and hard earned money. You're a hero in my book. You and ChrisFix are definitely the most important Auto-Based KZreadrs. So many of us rely on your experience. You're doing an amazing job.

@ProjectFarm

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@menadionnassertamtama379

4 жыл бұрын

no Scotty Kilmer?

@cctrollz5706

4 жыл бұрын

@@menadionnassertamtama379 Scotty kilmer used to be great but He's turned into a shill and just makes click bait now.

Your work is fantastic! Thanks very much for your service. Great channel!

@ProjectFarm

Жыл бұрын

Thanks and you are welcome!