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Gr1zzLy · Jan 16th, 2006, 12:05 AM

Okies here's the question...

I've currently got a K&N panel filter on my MCS. I'm considering getting the JCW air filter kit. Is the JCW air kit better than the K&N?

I've read Roland's post regarding the different restrictions on the difference filters (from memory doesn't say anything abt the K&N), and also checked out the GTT/JCW hybrid.

It's not a case of how much it costs as I know JCW are a rip, but more of "Is the JCW better than the K&N panel filter?"

Also what should I expect to gain (other than an empty wallet/bank acct

) from the JCW air filter kit?

DarkMiniCooperS · Jan 16th, 2006, 01:26 AM

I wouldn't get a JCW intake... For that price, get Alta CAI, and enjoy the really nice S/C whine from the Alta intake!

And save some $$$ too.

hyprblu · Jan 16th, 2006, 01:42 AM

Just got the JCW upgrade kit to standard MCS which includes larger injectors and JCW software. Used to have a panel filtrer....this is much better....refined up to 4500rpm then the flap opens........... when you look at the price which includes injectors and software is better value than usual from JCW....cost m AUD $ 1200 fully installed. My verdict is that it is a great mod.

GregD · Jan 16th, 2006, 02:02 AM

hyprblu,

Did you have the original JCW kit or was your car a standard (if thats possible

) MCS? I am considering getting the JCW intake but I assumed you couldn't get the injectors or software unless you had the original JCW upgrade. Do the injectors make any difference to the standard engine. The impression I have got from postings on Mini2 is that the injectors are only needed for the JCW engine.

Greg

Gr1zzLy · Jan 16th, 2006, 02:07 AM

That's right. I asked MINI as well and they said you couldn't get the upgrade without the JCW kit. HyprBlu has 17% pulley from memory.

Gr1zzLy · Jan 16th, 2006, 02:09 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by DarkMiniCooperS

I wouldn't get a JCW intake... For that price, get Alta CAI, and enjoy the really nice S/C whine from the Alta intake!

And save some $$$ too.

Yeh I know I could get an Alta CAI, but I'm particularly after the JCW... just coz I like the box and badges

(yeh lame), but it's just a personal preference. I want it as legit as possible (in MINI's eyes) before the warranty expires (1.5 yrs) then I'm turning to the dark side away from JCW.. LOL..

hyprblu · Jan 16th, 2006, 02:50 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Gr1zzLy

That's right. I asked MINI as well and they said you couldn't get the upgrade without the JCW kit. HyprBlu has 17% pulley from memory.

No it wasn't JCW already but.....Yeah I have the 17% promini pulley.....and obviously a very friendly dealer as he fitted the pulley and the JCW upgrade kit.....I would ask around some dealers and maybe one of them will know how to get one for you.

minigolf · Jan 16th, 2006, 04:33 AM

If it was just a filter issue I'd say ALTA CAI all the time. But adding new software and injectors is a new ball game really … if you could get that done it might be worth it.

I reckon either option would safely give you better power than the panel jobbie.

Cheers Liam

*hyprblu … what city are you in?

gtshnzr · Jan 16th, 2006, 04:46 AM

I had a K&N panel filter, which was an improvement over the regular filter. I then had the JCW CAI fitted, and although it felt a tad quicker, the best thing is the audible noise when you hit 4500. The SC screams and you sense the acceleration.

hyprblu · Jan 16th, 2006, 05:56 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by minigolf

If it was just a filter issue I'd say ALTA CAI all the time. But adding new software and injectors is a new ball game really … if you could get that done it might be worth it.

I reckon either option would safely give you better power than the panel jobbie.

Cheers Liam

*hyprblu … what city are you in?

Melbourne......

Jan 16th, 2006, 12:05 AM	#1
Gr1zzLy Crapping in the woods... Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sydney Local Time: 08:31 AM Posts: 1,754 Offline	K&N Panel Filter or JCW? Okies here's the question... I've currently got a K&N panel filter on my MCS. I'm considering getting the JCW air filter kit. Is the JCW air kit better than the K&N? I've read Roland's post regarding the different restrictions on the difference filters (from memory doesn't say anything abt the K&N), and also checked out the GTT/JCW hybrid. It's not a case of how much it costs as I know JCW are a rip, but more of "Is the JCW better than the K&N panel filter?" Also what should I expect to gain (other than an empty wallet/bank acct ) from the JCW air filter kit?

Jan 16th, 2006, 01:26 AM	#2 (permalink)
DarkMiniCooperS MINI crazy! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Miami, FL Local Time: 05:31 PM Posts: 299 Offline	I wouldn't get a JCW intake... For that price, get Alta CAI, and enjoy the really nice S/C whine from the Alta intake! And save some $$$ too. My MINI Cooper S My boost gauge "how-to" thread

Jan 16th, 2006, 04:33 AM	#8 (permalink)
minigolf Blue is the colour! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Canberra, Australia Local Time: 08:31 AM Posts: 13,849 Offline	If it was just a filter issue I'd say ALTA CAI all the time. But adding new software and injectors is a new ball game really … if you could get that done it might be worth it. I reckon either option would safely give you better power than the panel jobbie. Cheers Liam hyprblu … what city are you in? Sabine Schmitz: Fear disturbs your concentration.*

Jan 16th, 2006, 04:46 AM	#9 (permalink)
gtshnzr MINI2 Senior Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: green oaks Local Time: 04:31 PM Posts: 509 Offline	I had a K&N panel filter, which was an improvement over the regular filter. I then had the JCW CAI fitted, and although it felt a tad quicker, the best thing is the audible noise when you hit 4500. The SC screams and you sense the acceleration. Early is on time; On time is late.

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Jan 16th, 2006, 01:42 AM	#3 (permalink)
hyprblu MINI2 Regular Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Melbourne Local Time: 08:31 AM Posts: 324 Offline	Just got the JCW upgrade kit to standard MCS which includes larger injectors and JCW software. Used to have a panel filtrer....this is much better....refined up to 4500rpm then the flap opens........... when you look at the price which includes injectors and software is better value than usual from JCW....cost m AUD $ 1200 fully installed. My verdict is that it is a great mod.

Jan 16th, 2006, 02:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
GregD MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Hobart Tasmania Local Time: 07:31 AM Posts: 3 Offline	hyprblu, Did you have the original JCW kit or was your car a standard (if thats possible ) MCS? I am considering getting the JCW intake but I assumed you couldn't get the injectors or software unless you had the original JCW upgrade. Do the injectors make any difference to the standard engine. The impression I have got from postings on Mini2 is that the injectors are only needed for the JCW engine. Greg

Jan 16th, 2006, 02:07 AM	#5 (permalink)
Gr1zzLy Crapping in the woods... Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sydney Local Time: 08:31 AM Posts: 1,754 Offline	That's right. I asked MINI as well and they said you couldn't get the upgrade without the JCW kit. HyprBlu has 17% pulley from memory.

Jan 16th, 2006, 02:09 AM	#6 (permalink)
Gr1zzLy Crapping in the woods... Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sydney Local Time: 08:31 AM Posts: 1,754 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by DarkMiniCooperS I wouldn't get a JCW intake... For that price, get Alta CAI, and enjoy the really nice S/C whine from the Alta intake! And save some $$$ too. Yeh I know I could get an Alta CAI, but I'm particularly after the JCW... just coz I like the box and badges (yeh lame), but it's just a personal preference. I want it as legit as possible (in MINI's eyes) before the warranty expires (1.5 yrs) then I'm turning to the dark side away from JCW.. LOL..

Jan 16th, 2006, 02:50 AM	#7 (permalink)
hyprblu MINI2 Regular Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Melbourne Local Time: 08:31 AM Posts: 324 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Gr1zzLy That's right. I asked MINI as well and they said you couldn't get the upgrade without the JCW kit. HyprBlu has 17% pulley from memory. No it wasn't JCW already but.....Yeah I have the 17% promini pulley.....and obviously a very friendly dealer as he fitted the pulley and the JCW upgrade kit.....I would ask around some dealers and maybe one of them will know how to get one for you.

Jan 16th, 2006, 05:56 AM	#10 (permalink)
hyprblu MINI2 Regular Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Melbourne Local Time: 08:31 AM Posts: 324 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by minigolf If it was just a filter issue I'd say ALTA CAI all the time. But adding new software and injectors is a new ball game really … if you could get that done it might be worth it. I reckon either option would safely give you better power than the panel jobbie. Cheers Liam *hyprblu … what city are you in? Melbourne......

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