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Ryan86 · 03-05-2013, 12:23 PM

Hi guys,
I have been requested to put up a thread on the Works filter as the original thread has been removed or stopped for what ever reason.
I received the filter from @86_ZN6 in January, dropped it in and took the car for a 40km run to allow for the ECU to self adjust.
The difference in feel and sound is noticeable compared to the OEM filter.
2 months on, I finally opted to to a dyno run to confirm claims of the 8 to 10 hp gains.
I fitted the OEM filter back into the car and drove 50km to Autofix in Durban, where I did a first run, which claimed 115kw.
Dropped the Works filter in and did a second run, with no gains obtained, 115kw.
We then disconnected the battery waited 5 minutes and reconnected to allow the ECU to reset.
Ran the Dyno again, with a gain of 3 kw to 118kw.

The tests were done at the rear wheels, which effectively loses 25%, so effectively this would give a gain of just over 5hp, ( give or take)
What must also be noted is we dropped the filter in and did not give the ECU a run around the block to adjust itself, which could possibly have given further gains.

All in all these results are not bad for a DIF.

The test was done just after Midday at around 38 degrees on the coast.

Please note any modification has warranty issues and any decision is at your own risk.
Hope this is helpfull.

Ryan86 · 03-05-2013, 12:24 PM

Test run at Autofix Durban.

Razzle · 03-05-2013, 01:21 PM

The first independant before & after dyno test for this filter in the world !!!

reQunix · 03-05-2013, 02:06 PM

I haven't checked, but I'm guessing the TRD air filter has less or similar results?

xjohnx · 03-05-2013, 02:28 PM

should've done a 4th run with stock filter back in, battery pulled for 5 min for ecu to reset again.

supramkivtt2jz · 03-05-2013, 03:14 PM

Since the reset was done between Works filter runs, the gains are negligible. It cannot be completely attributed to the filter alone.

*KID* · 03-05-2013, 06:00 PM

So its pretty good filter?

TemeCal · 03-05-2013, 06:17 PM

So, there really isn't anything special about this filter. Kinda figured, but it's good to see some dyno sheets. I'm not sure why the other WORKS filter threads are consistently being locked. Lots of sketchy comments, and lots of skepticism in them.

Honestly, I don't see how this is any different than all of the other filters. K&N, Perrin, AVO, Cosworth, Apexi, AfE, etc... all seem to perform the same at HALF the cost.

sierra · 03-05-2013, 08:23 PM

I wonder if the power loss, that extends and deepens the torque dip, gives the impression there is more power when it comes back again?

More loss than gain on that dyno chart.

zoomzoomers · 03-05-2013, 09:14 PM

Finally! Now I can take this off my bucket list.

Ryan86 · 03-05-2013, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zoomzoomers

Finally! Now I can take this off my bucket list.

Please enlighten me on what you have done to gain further HP for under $75.

zoomzoomers · 03-05-2013, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryan86

Please enlighten me on what you have done to gain further HP for under $75.

What you mean to tell me you've never heard of stickers???

Cadenz · 03-06-2013, 01:54 AM

Well now that that has been put to rest somewhat, anyone want to recommend to me a nice dry and washable filter? Afe? Apexi? Zeta?

AllDayJonRay · 03-06-2013, 02:15 AM

So it looks like this drop-in isn't magical after all....

I never would've expected this result...

My K&N purchase was just justified.

03-05-2013, 12:23 PM	#1
Ryan86 Road Warrior Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: Toyota 86 Satin Pearl White Location: Durban, South Africa Posts: 1,651 Thanks: 181 Thanked 544 Times in 359 Posts Mentioned: 59 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	works Filter Hi guys, I have been requested to put up a thread on the Works filter as the original thread has been removed or stopped for what ever reason. I received the filter from @86_ZN6 in January, dropped it in and took the car for a 40km run to allow for the ECU to self adjust. The difference in feel and sound is noticeable compared to the OEM filter. 2 months on, I finally opted to to a dyno run to confirm claims of the 8 to 10 hp gains. I fitted the OEM filter back into the car and drove 50km to Autofix in Durban, where I did a first run, which claimed 115kw. Dropped the Works filter in and did a second run, with no gains obtained, 115kw. We then disconnected the battery waited 5 minutes and reconnected to allow the ECU to reset. Ran the Dyno again, with a gain of 3 kw to 118kw. The tests were done at the rear wheels, which effectively loses 25%, so effectively this would give a gain of just over 5hp, ( give or take) What must also be noted is we dropped the filter in and did not give the ECU a run around the block to adjust itself, which could possibly have given further gains. All in all these results are not bad for a DIF. The test was done just after Midday at around 38 degrees on the coast. Please note any modification has warranty issues and any decision is at your own risk. Hope this is helpfull. Attached Images Last edited by Ryan86; 03-05-2013 at 09:44 PM.

03-05-2013, 12:24 PM	#2
Ryan86 Road Warrior Join Date: Nov 2012 Drives: Toyota 86 Satin Pearl White Location: Durban, South Africa Posts: 1,651 Thanks: 181 Thanked 544 Times in 359 Posts Mentioned: 59 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Dyno test Test run at Autofix Durban. Attached Images

03-05-2013, 06:00 PM	#7
KID 86-er Join Date: May 2012 Drives: BRZ tS Location: Laredo, TX Posts: 970 Thanks: 195 Thanked 253 Times in 175 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	So its pretty good filter? __________________ 2018 Subaru BRZ ts 020/500 - My Daily, work car, and track car

03-05-2013, 09:14 PM	#10
zoomzoomers Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Drives: 2013 Subaru SWP BRZ Limited 6AT Location: Darkside Posts: 1,862 Thanks: 526 Thanked 305 Times in 207 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Finally! Now I can take this off my bucket list. __________________ Man Law#17:A man in the company of a hot, seductively dressed, woman MUST remain sober enough to fight! MODS: AVO tubes + filter, Cusco (F) strut brace w/ MC brace, Perrin CBE, Subaru OEM trunk tray, Grimmspeed front license re-locator & hood struts and Beatsonic rear cam.

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