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Performance | Installation | Maintenance | Testing | Legal | Other
How much horsepower increase will be achieved with the Streamline® SE filter?
Horsepower is increased typically around 3-5 hp to the rear wheels with this
panel filter. However, some applications such as for the BMW N54 Twin Turbo engine have shown much better results. Restriction levels are decreased on
average 20% and this improvement in engine respiration will
allow your engine to get the air it needs easier and
quicker. You will notice how more smoothly the engine
revs up to speed and the improved throttle response with
less lag. Most Streamline® SE filter users are pleasantly
surprised with the performance improvement and have also
noticed a subtle yet deeper tone to the intake sound from
within the cabin. This change provides audible
feedback adding to the pleasure of driving your high
performance vehicle.
Is the Streamline® SE the same filter as the "Streamline Engineering"?
Yes, they are the same exact
filters. Helene Performance now sells the filter line
formerly known as "Streamline Engineering". In fact
the "SE" part of the name is a sort of tribute to this
filter's heritage and legacy.
What makes the Streamline® SE better then the competition?
To
highlight a few reasons: Twice as many cotton plies;
superior one-piece sealing surface ensures leak free
installation; Tested to ISO 5011 standards; deeper pleats;
precisely oiled by robots at the factory; matches OEM 99%
filtration efficiency; captures and retains particles as small as 1
micron.
Back to top How difficult is installation and what
tools are needed?
In most cases, all that is required to install the Streamline® SE panel
filter is a screwdriver and shop rag. The installation
of a OEM replacement panel filter is probably the easiest
and safest tweak that can be made to any high performance
vehicle. What is unique about this filter is that
instead of clumsily dropping it into the air box, we
recommend you place the filter into the air box lid (which
ensures the sealing rim surfaces are properly seated) and
then placing this lid assembly down into the air box.
This method has proved to be the easiest due to the
filter's substantial sealing rim configuration. NEVER trim the sealing rims to facilitate installation.
Instructions are included for each application.
How often Should
the Streamline® SE panel and cone filters be cleaned?
The generally accepted best practice is to inspect the
filter approximately every 4,000 miles or each oil change,
at which point the filter should be removed from the air box
and inspected for lodged debris such as ingested insects.
The air box should be wiped with a clean lint free cloth and
the filter should be gently tapped to dislodge any loose
debris. When the accumulation of dirt is just over the flush
point with the wire mesh, the filter should be cleaned and
restored with the Helene Performance cleaning kit. This filter can
go as long as 30,000 miles between cleanings, however, a
dirtier filter will not flow as well nor provide as good
fuel efficiency as a clean filter.
Will the Streamline® SE filter damage my mass
air flow sensor (MAF)?
A properly oiled filter should never damage the mass air
sensor. Over oiling has been attributed to some
incidents of damage. The Streamline® SE filter is precisely oiled
at the factory with computer controlled robots that apply an
exact amount of oil specific to each vehicle application.
When you receive your filter, you will notice how dry the
packaging is which should be your assurance that this filter
is safe to install and enjoy!
What is the ISO 5011 test?
The ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
establishes and specifies uniform test procedures,
conditions, equipment and a performance report to permit
direct laboratory performance comparison of air filters and
induction systems.
The basic performance characteristics of greatest interest are air flow restriction or differential pressure, dust collection effciency, dust capacity, and oil carry-over on oil bath air cleaners. This test code therefore deals with the measurement of these parameters
Why should
I care if a filter has been ISO 5011 tested?
Testing to these high standards enables
us to accurately measure our products against not only OEM
equipment, but also to the competition. This testing standard is very stringent and not all filter manufacturers abide to these test standards. Many manufacturers only flow test their filters which does not measure the level of protection the filter will provide against dust and debris collection. If you care about the longevity of your engine, you should only use a filter tested to this ISO standard!
Will a Streamline® SE
filter protect my car from dust and dirt?
Yes, the HP filter has been tested to the ISO 5011 standards
and is rated at 99% filtering efficiency and will capture
particles as small as 1 micron. This matches, and in
some cases, exceeds the OEM paper filter. The Streamline® SE
filter also provides a superior seal in the air box lid
which is a common source of dirt infiltration with other
filters. HP filters are tested to the maximum air flow
of the engine since it becomes increasingly difficult to
protect the engine at higher RPM's. For a high tolerance engine such as the S54, this is critical!
Will the Streamline® SE filter void my factory
warranty?
The short answer is no. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act prevents a manufacturer from voiding your warranty because
you used an air filter other than the one specified by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).
Are Streamline® SE
filters emissions legal?
All Streamline® SE panel and cone filters are 50-state emissions legal.
Should I be concerned if there is
urethane coverage on the end pleats?
These filters are custom made by hand in small batches and
are not mass produced. While they exhibit superior
overall build quality, it is inevitable that some filters
will have small amounts of urethane spill over at the end
pleats. Helene Performance specifications have taking this into account with increased number of pleats in each panel to ensure your engine
will get the air flow it needs. The Streamline® SE
filter has deeper pleats and more of them to provide higher
performance for your engine. Any coverage will only
effect the aesthetics and will not hinder the flow
characteristics of the filter nor engine performance.
Why is the Streamline® SE filter more
expensive then other aftermarket brands?
A lot of research and development has gone into this filter
to assure that it provides the most performance available
from such a relatively inexpensive and safe modification.
The Streamline® SE panel filter has been extensively tested to assure
that it protects as well as it performs for your peace of mind.
This is not just another universal fit mass produced filter. It
is produced in small runs and is a custom designed filter
utilizing only the finest engineering grade materials
available. The first time you see and feel this
filter, you will agree that it is superior not only in
performance and protection, but also in the quality of
build.
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