Lexus AFM Fitment

Chromemoly · 03-10-2010, 12:09 PM

The answer must be simple but "search" doesn't reveal the secret easily......
I am running a K&N filter on the stock AFM housing. I am doing the Lexus/550 upgrade. I realize I am going to have to "stuff" or "force" the the Lexus housing into the accordian hose as it is larger than the stock AFM, but what K&N part# will I have to use to attach the filter to the front of the larger Lexus AFM? Should I go with an APEXi filter, what part will I need to attach the filter to the AFM?

cre · 03-11-2010, 01:48 AM

I've never heard anyone say that they needed to replace the adapter. Personally, I would wait until I had the Lex AFM in hand and see if it is much different. You may find that you don't need to make any adjustments or that simply opening the bolt holes a little is all that is needed.

My preference would be either Apex'i or AEM... AEM will be less expensive and from everything I've read filters just as well if not a bit better.

Chromemoly · 03-12-2010, 09:41 AM

I will try to post comparitive pics in the near future. Thanks for the links... truly helpful stuff.

03-10-2010, 12:09 PM	#1
Chromemoly Stock Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 20	Lexus AFM Fitment The answer must be simple but "search" doesn't reveal the secret easily...... I am running a K&N filter on the stock AFM housing. I am doing the Lexus/550 upgrade. I realize I am going to have to "stuff" or "force" the the Lexus housing into the accordian hose as it is larger than the stock AFM, but what K&N part# will I have to use to attach the filter to the front of the larger Lexus AFM? Should I go with an APEXi filter, what part will I need to attach the filter to the AFM? __________________ 86.5 N/A to Turbo Project 88 Turbo 69 Z/28 74 Camaro LT 87 GTI 94 EX tungsten@cox.net

03-11-2010, 01:48 AM	#2
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	I've never heard anyone say that they needed to replace the adapter. Personally, I would wait until I had the Lex AFM in hand and see if it is much different. You may find that you don't need to make any adjustments or that simply opening the bolt holes a little is all that is needed. My preference would be either Apex'i or AEM... AEM will be less expensive and from everything I've read filters just as well if not a bit better. __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar --->

03-12-2010, 09:41 AM	#3
Chromemoly Stock Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 20	Thanks for the response I will try to post comparitive pics in the near future. Thanks for the links... truly helpful stuff. __________________ 86.5 N/A to Turbo Project 88 Turbo 69 Z/28 74 Camaro LT 87 GTI 94 EX tungsten@cox.net

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