I have used K&N filters on other cars or trucks that I have owned. Adding this to a XLR seems a safe way to improve performance and hp. Has any of you already done this? Thanks G

O' Yea, big time. I know there are two of us that have the Volant cone cool air induction and I had K&N filters before that which are still in my garage hardly used, but they are for the V. $125 for K&N filters and $500 for the Volant system installed. Really, you could do it your self if you have a bladed screw driver
BobI have used K&N filters on other cars or trucks that I have owned. Adding this to a XLR seems a safe way to improve performance and hp. Has any of you already done this? Thanks G

I had K&N filters before that which are still in my garage hardly used, but they are for the V. $125 for K&N filters
Bob[/QUOTE]

Bob,
Have you considered selling the K&N's? If so let me know..docrupp@hughes.net
Thanks,
Doc

I hadn't, but could. Are you going to the Bowling Green Rendezvous? I could bring them. Forty for both. Does that sound reasonable
BobI had K&N filters before that which are still in my garage hardly used, but they are for the V. $125 for K&N filters
Bob

Bob,
Have you considered selling the K&N's? If so let me know..docrupp@hughes.net
Thanks,
Doc[/quote]

[QUOTE=standby;17359]I hadn't, but could. Are you going to the Bowling Green Rendezvous? I could bring them. Forty for both. Does that sound reasonable
Bob

Bob,

Yes I'll be there and that 40 would be fine, if you'll have room for them.

They are yours. If you want them before that. You could send me a check plus postage and will be glad to send them.
Credit score is 836 and Hans in Germany will vouch for my honesty. He sent me a check in my name for $30,000 and change to buy a car for his daughter who was going to school in Santa Barbara, and the car is still in my name until they have it shipped back to Germany.
So $40 isn't a factor, but it will buy a tank of gas on the way back to Kentucky. If interested, I'll give you my address through your e-mail.
Bob
[quote=standby;17359]I hadn't, but could. Are you going to the Bowling Green Rendezvous? I could bring them. Forty for both. Does that sound reasonable
Bob

Bob,

Yes I'll be there and that 40 would be fine, if you'll have room for them.

Sure, Itwill save you from packing them. so send me the info and we can put it in the mail tomorrow.
Thanks ,
Doc

Where do you normally get them? Standby, whats the K&N part number?

Have to go to the garage. Puff Puff Puff, damn stairs.
Part #33-2305 and you can get them at any auto store that has any class.
BobWhere do you normally get them? Standby, whats the K&N part number?

Yep, I tried Advanced Auto here in the Midwest. They used to be Western Auto. They can order them, 38.00 each, not bad. Thanks for the part number.

I hope you have the cleaning fluid to clean these up. They are not quite orange anymore, but only have about 2,000 miles on them.Sure, Itwill save you from packing them. so send me the info and we can put it in the mail tomorrow.
Thanks ,
Doc

Yes Sir, sure do...I use K&N's in the Viper and had them on the SL500.

By the way I have a brand new set for the Mercedes SL's 2004 and up.


I hope you have the cleaning fluid to clean these up. They are not quite orange anymore, but only have about 2,000 miles on them.

let me know, is the difference noticeable with the filters installed on the XLR? Not the V, the std. xlr. Thanks, Bill (ocool)

K & N doesn't show filters for the 2004 XLR Model. Does anyone know if the airboxes are the same as a 2005?

Thanks in advance for the help!

Ocool & Cubby, I went on line and I see what you mean. They should be the same. As a matter of fact, I could never tell the difference between the XLR box or filter on my 04 and 06-V. They looked identical in every way including the size. Why is it I know the number for the XLR-V and they don't? I bet it's the same.
BobK & N doesn't show filters for the 2004 XLR Model. Does anyone know if the airboxes are the same as a 2005?

Thanks in advance for the help!

The K&N part # 33-2063-1 for the standard XLR

Thanks for the info. I research their website on that part #. They show 32-2305 for the 2005's. Yuo would think they would update their lists, as I have used their filters on my Harleys and my wifes Lincoln LS.

Thanks Again.

Cubby

Entering the part #33-2063-1 on K&N website and then check vehicle application supplies the following list:

2005 CADILLAC DEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2004 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2004 CADILLAC SEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2004 CADILLAC DEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2003 OLDSMOBILE AURORA 4.0L V8 F/I - All

2003 CADILLAC SEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2003 CADILLAC DEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2002 OLDSMOBILE AURORA 4.0L V8 F/I - All

2002 OLDSMOBILE AURORA 3.5L V6 F/I - All

2002 CADILLAC SEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2002 CADILLAC DEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2001 OLDSMOBILE AURORA 4.0L V8 F/I - All

2001 OLDSMOBILE AURORA 3.5L V6 F/I - All

2001 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.1L V6 F/I - All

2001 CADILLAC SEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2001 CADILLAC DEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2001 BUICK GL8 3.0L V6 F/I - China

2000 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.1L V6 F/I - All

2000 CADILLAC SEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

1999 VAUXHALL SINTRA 3.0L V6 F/I - All

1999 VAUXHALL SINTRA 2.2L L4 F/I - All

1999 VAUXHALL SINTRA 2.2L L4 DSL - All

1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1999 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1999 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1999 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1999 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1999 CADILLAC SEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

1998 VAUXHALL SINTRA 3.0L V6 F/I - All

1998 VAUXHALL SINTRA 2.2L L4 F/I - All

1998 VAUXHALL SINTRA 2.2L L4 DSL - All

1998 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1998 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1998 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1998 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1998 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1998 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1998 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1998 CADILLAC SEVILLE 4.6L V8 F/I - All

1998 BUICK REGAL 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1997 VAUXHALL SINTRA 3.0L V6 F/I - All

1997 VAUXHALL SINTRA 2.2L L4 F/I - All

1997 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1997 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1997 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SUPREME 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1997 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1997 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1997 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1997 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1997 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1997 BUICK REGAL 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1996 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1996 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1996 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SUPREME 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1996 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SUPREME 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1996 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1996 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1996 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1996 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1996 BUICK REGAL 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1996 BUICK REGAL 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1995 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1995 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1995 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SUPREME 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1995 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SUPREME 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1995 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1995 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1995 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1995 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1995 BUICK REGAL 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1995 BUICK REGAL 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1994 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1994 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1994 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SUPREME 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1994 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS SUPREME 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1994 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.4L V6 F/I - All

1994 CHEVROLET LUMINA 3.1L V6 F/I - All

1994 BUICK REGAL 3.8L V6 F/I - All

1994 BUICK REGAL 3.1L V6 F/I - All


K&N manufactures performance air filters and air intakes for automotive & motorcycle applications around the globe.

No XLR'S listed. :banghead

I'm going to take mine out and measure against dimensions I have on the 2005 part # and will advise all.

correct part # is 33-2063-1
more info on this thread

http://xlrforum.com/showthread.php?t=487&highlight=33-2063-1

Doc,
Guess I don't send out to many packages. Got your check today and have sent you the filters. They should arrive Friday or Saturday. I wanted to send them Priority mail and found out it would cost $42.00 Dollars.
Boy am I living in the past. So we went air, 3 o t 4 days for $26 with box. You could have had new ones for these prices. I'm really not concerned about the money. Glad to help out. If I had gone to the PO instead of those little mail places It probably would have been a lot cheaper. Any way.............it's on it's way as of 4:30 PM Tuesday.
BobSure, Itwill save you from packing them. so send me the info and we can put it in the mail tomorrow.
Thanks ,
Doc

Holy Cow... I had checked with our UPS guy here, we measured the fiter X 2
to determine the size and he weighed the stock ones with packaging.
It must be cheaper to UPS from here to Calif.
I guess when you think about it, every thing cost a little more out there ? :-)


Doc,
I wanted to send them Priority mail and found out it would cost $42.00 Dollars.
Boy am I living in the past. So we went air, 3 o t 4 days for $26 with box.
Bob

No holy cows out here, they are all EGO cows. Most cows go Moooooooooo. California cows go Meeeeeeeeee.
This was my fault. I should have gone directly to UPS or the PO and could have done much better. Please don't worry about it. I'm not.
BobHoly Cow... I had checked with our UPS guy here, we measured the fiter X 2
to determine the size and he weighed the stock ones with packaging.
It must be cheaper to UPS from here to Calif.
I guess when you think about it, every thing cost a little more out there ? :-)

The correct part number for a 05 XLR is 33-2305. As of 06/07. There is a difference in size of the 33-2063-1 and the 33-2305. The XLR 33-2305 is smaller by a few mm. Its 3 mm smaller in height, 3mm smaller in length, and 4 mm smaller in width. Close, but not the same filter.

The correct part number for a 05 XLR is 33-2305. As of 06/07. There is a difference in size of the 33-2063-1 and the 33-2305. The XLR 33-2305 is smaller by a few mm. Its 3 mm smaller in height, 3mm smaller in length, and 4 mm smaller in width. Close, but not the same filter.

so did the air box change from 04 to 05 or is the 33-2305 just a better fit?
If I remember right, the 33-2063 fit very snug in my 04.

Now I have the Volant (prototype) in my V

The 33-2305 is a better fit. The height would have no effect. The stock paper filter is much higher or taller. The width and length are so close that its not an issue. I think back in 04, K&N didn't have an exact filter to fit obviously, so the 2063 did work. But now the 33-2305 is the perfect fit filter assigned to the air box.

Bob,
Just wanted to let you know the pakage just arrived via the post man.
The V sould breath a little better now.
Thanks Again,
Doc

[QUOTE=standby;
This was my fault. I should have gone directly to UPS or the PO and could have done much better. Please don't worry about it. I'm not.
Bob[/QUOTE]

Are the Volant air intake for the V the same as the regular XLR? I see on their site they have one for the XLR, but I would assume the one for the V is different.

Are the Volant air intake for the V the same as the regular XLR? I see on their site they have one for the XLR, but I would assume the one for the V is different.


they did all the R&D on the V (mine), but I think they are selling the same unit for both

Have you ran the K&N? I am courious to know your opinion of both and how they compare.

Have you ran the K&N? I am courious to know your opinion of both and how they compare.


I ran the K&Ns in my 04 XLR but not in the V. In both cars they improved the sound and gas milage. Throttle response seemed improved, but you really don't notice any additional HP. After 450...what's another 12-15??
Actuall, Bob had the K&Ns in his V before he bought the Volants, so he might be able to give a comparison of the two on the same car. I think he said there was not a noticable difference.....but it looks nice!

I ran the K&Ns in my 04 XLR but not in the V. In both cars they improved the sound and gas milage. Throttle response seemed improved, but you really don't notice any additional HP. After 450...what's another 12-15??

Every little bit helps, it adds up after a while.

Every little bit helps, it adds up after a while.

absolutly! the accumliation is noticable, but to add 12-15 is not

The filters on a V may add 12-15 but I doubt it would that much on a measly Northstar. I just ordered a Corsa exhaust so I'll be anxious for that to be bolted on. The best I could do online was 1,400

The filters on a V may add 12-15 but I doubt it would that much on a measly Northstar. I just ordered a Corsa exhaust so I'll be anxious for that to be bolted on. The best I could do online was 1,400

actually, the K&Ns are not expected to pick up that much on the XLR or the V.
The Volant range is 12-15 on the V and probably less on the XLR.

You will love the Corsas!

Yeah, thats what I was thinking too. Your just not going to pick up that much HP by dropping in an air filter or everyone would do it. and the filters would be more. You have the Corsa exhaust Michael?

Galen, did you take the padding out in front of your filters? There's padding that stops the air from coming in right in front of the filters and a nice size hole is in there. Here's a shot of the hole
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c302/standby7/airaccess.jpg

Yes, rain or more dust get into the filters but I get significant air, almost like ram air when I'm up over 60 MPH.
Bob
The filters on a V may add 12-15 but I doubt it would that much on a measly Northstar. I just ordered a Corsa exhaust so I'll be anxious for that to be bolted on. The best I could do online was 1,400

O contrare..............Like I said in one of my posts, it's a lot faster above 50 or 60 cause that air is being rammed into the cones. I know you didn't like the idea of removing that padding but you can always put it back if you wanted to test it.
BobI ran the K&Ns in my 04 XLR but not in the V. In both cars they improved the sound and gas milage. Throttle response seemed improved, but you really don't notice any additional HP. After 450...what's another 12-15??
Actuall, Bob had the K&Ns in his V before he bought the Volants, so he might be able to give a comparison of the two on the same car. I think he said there was not a noticable difference.....but it looks nice!

Just one more pic of the Volant and the hole in front of it which now lets a lot of air in.
http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c302/standby7/Filterandairaccess.jpg



O contrare..............Like I said in one of my posts, it's a lot faster above 50 or 60 cause that air is being rammed into the cones. I know you didn't like the idea of removing that padding but you can always put it back if you wanted to test it.
Bob

I received my K&N's today, ordered on line and they came in 2 days, no shipping costs or tax. Just under 78.00 for the pair. Only took 5 min to install. I already have the corsa's, and chrome Zo6 wheels, so I think I've done everything for the time being that I can do. The XLR really sounds great. Was at a stop lite today next to a ZO6 and the guy remarked what a great looking car. It's amazing how many nice comments you get with the XLR. See everyone in B/G in August. Bill (ocool)

Yeah, thats what I was thinking too. Your just not going to pick up that much HP by dropping in an air filter or everyone would do it. and the filters would be more. You have the Corsa exhaust Michael?


No, actually I have a prototype that was done by the Borla Factory.
They are deeper and a bit louder than the Corsa. I love the sound!

No, actually I have a prototype that was done by the Borla Factory.
They are deeper and a bit louder than the Corsa. I love the sound!

How have you been so lucky to get all of these prototype parts for you car? :confused

How have you been so lucky to get all of these prototype parts for you car? :confused


Most of these were done on my 04 XLR. I was the first California owner and the local shops were anxious to have a car to work with. Many of the contacts originated from this forum.
Besides the Borlas and Volants, I also did the prototype for Strut Grilles (retail $5000.)
and paid cost only on my Makavelli Wheels on both cars.
Theres also a company that does a remote control for the convert top on lexus and porsche but were unsuccesful to design one for my XLR.

Doc, I'm sure you got the filters or you would have contacted me. I just wanted to throw the paper work out for the delivery, so just verify...................OK.
Did they clean up OK?
BobSure, Itwill save you from packing them. so send me the info and we can put it in the mail tomorrow.
Thanks ,
Doc

Bob,
Sure did, I had previously posted this to let you know.
They were cleaned, oiled, and installed the same day.
The dyno showed a 14hp improvement, $3.57 per HP.
That's cheaper than stake is per pound :-)
Thanks,
Doc


Bob,
Just wanted to let you know the pakage just arrived via the post man.
The V should breath a little better now.
Thanks Again,
Doc 6/15/07 9:18am

Doc,
With the increase of HP, that was a good deal. Glad you're happy with them.
With the set up that I have with the Volants and the removal of the rain shield, I'm going to invest in a dyno before I go to Bowling Green. That way I can talk about them with some knowledge of HP increase.Bob,
Sure did, I had previously posted this to let you know.
They were cleaned, oiled, and installed the same day.
The dyno showed a 14hp improvement, $3.57 per HP.
That's cheaper than stake is per pound :-)
Thanks,
Doc


6/15/07 9:18am

Living here in the Midwest with frequent rain, sometimes heavy, I don't know if it would be a smart thing to remove the moisture shield on my car.

You could remove it and then make two flaps out of the one and attach it with velcro on the inside near the filters when you have bad weather.
Just a suggestion for more HP
Bob
Living here in the Midwest with frequent rain, sometimes heavy, I don't know if it would be a smart thing to remove the moisture shield on my car.

Yep, I could do that. I don't usually get the X out in inclement weather but had to yesterday. Its now going to take a good three hours of cleaning.

B & B now has a cold air intake for the XLR 229.00 plus shipping:thumbs

B & B now has a cold air intake for the XLR 229.00 plus shipping:thumbs
Any chance you can kindly provide a link?

Any chance you can kindly provide a link?Just type in google Cold air intake and it will in one of the first ones that pop up.I don't how to copy & paste.:(

The folks I got mine from was globalautoshop.com :cheers

Put your curser In front of the letter you want to start copying, hold down your left button and drag the mouse to the right until you have all the letters captured. Right click and choose copy.
Click on the spot you want to paste it and right click and choose paste.............It's that simple.
Those letters will stay in memory in your mouse while you go to the site or page you want to drop it.Have fun
Bob


Just type in google Cold air intake and it will in one of the first ones that pop up.I don't how to copy & paste.:(

Thanks Standby, this WebTv sucks http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/4/4_9_8.gif

The folks I got mine from was globalautoshop.com :cheers

Thanx ... I appreciate your help!

Does the 04 xlr have 1 or 2 filters? The order page has two for the vette but 1 for xlrs. Mine is in the shop so I can't look but am anxious to order with the corsa.
Thanks
Charlie