I was looking to get a new drop-in filter, don't have the money to invest in a CAI w/tunes right now, and was wanting some help. I was looking at the AEM, aFe, and S&B. I know some will say something about one or the other just because they have/sell it themselves, but is there really any big differences in the filters?
I do commute about 90 miles/day for work and not sure if one will make more of a difference?
Thank you

 

No, neither of them would make a difference over the other. However, I'd go with the S&B. Although, why do you want it? If it's for power, than save your money. It's not going to gain you any power. If you want it so you'll be able to have a reusable/cleanable filter than go for it. Another option is to get the Airaid Jr. which is a drop in filter and a new tube. It will gain you a little power, you won't need a tune, and it's pretty cheap; ~$100.

 

I just want to have a re-useable filter, don't care about power right now.

 

then the best thing is get a K&N hi flow air filter, ive had mine for about 4 oilchanges now and cleaned it after everyone and its still good as new got about 10,000 miles on it

 

I have an S&B drop in I like it and it has helped with gas milage. in the end all after market filters are the same, the only real differnce is if it is oiled or not.