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2002 E46 330D, can u put an induction kit on?

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#1 ·
hi all;
i apologise if this is a stupid question,
can i put an induction kit on a e46 330d?
if so what would be the best one and what sort of gains could you get?
thanks!!
 
#7 ·
Try these I've heard quite a few diesel owners say they really make a difference,
K&N Product Information for E-2657
Universal Air Filters > Replacement Air Filter


K&N’s replacement air filters are designed to increase horsepower and acceleration while providing excellent filtration. We make over 1,200 different replacement air filters for virtually every vehicle on the road. These filters are washable and reusable and are custom designed to fit into your existing factory air box. Their drop-in design means adding performance is simple. With most vehicles you simply remove the disposable air filter and replace it with a K&N. See applicable instruction sheet for details. Our stock replacement air filters for street vehicles are covered by our famous K&N Million-Mile Limited Warranty™ and will be THE LAST AIR FILTER YOUR VEHICLE WILL EVER NEED. [MORE]

Part E-2657 Product Specifications
Product Style: Unique Universal Air Filter
Base Outside Length: 5.625 in (143 mm)
Base Outside Width: 3.375 in (86 mm)
Filter Re-Oiling Amount: 2.9 oz (86 ml)
Flange Length: 0.875 in (22 mm)
Flange Type: Centered
Height: 18.063 in (459 mm)
Top Material/Finish: None
Top Outside Length: 4.625 in (117 mm)
Top Outside Width: 3.125 in (79 mm)
Top Style: Rubber
Weight: 1.6 lb (0.7 kg)
Product Box Length: 20.38 in (518 mm)
Product Box Width: 7.38 in (187 mm)
Product Box Height: 4.75 in (121 mm)

K&N E-2657 Inventory Status
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#11 ·
There's only a very minimal gain to be had on a forced induction car from an air filter/induction kit. A remap will see much more hp and torque - and as another poster stated, there's not much price difference between a good induction kit and a remap.