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Comparison points and tradeoffs
When comparing Volant 61517 Donaldson PowerCore Filter with other Air Filters options, use this source-backed detail as the primary discriminator: This is why we warranty our replacement air filters for 4 years or 100000 miles in urban conditions whichever comes first.
Use this second fact to evaluate the tradeoff: Plus its water resistant so getting wet wont ruin your air flow or cause a decrease in performance. A third point to compare across alternatives is: The filter media wont deteriorate as easily as traditional cotton/gauze filters.
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Choose an alternative when its stated identifiers, application, package, or specifications better match the requirement; no unverified competitor claim is introduced here.
Complete source-backed product details
By using Donaldsons PowerCore Filtration technology submicron contaminants load on the surface rather than collecting in the depth of the filter. This boosts efficiency and increases performance on your aftermarket air intake system. The filter media wont deteriorate as easily as traditional cotton/gauze filters. Plus its water resistant so getting wet wont ruin your air flow or cause a decrease in performance. This is why we warranty our replacement air filters for 4 years or 100000 miles in urban conditions whichever comes first.
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About this item
- Donaldson Powercore Filtration Technology with Ultra Web Nano Fiber
- Flange ID 6.0″
- Base OD 8.0″
- Top OD 8.0″
- Overall Height 8.0″




L. Wayne Price –
I’ve been very happy with the Volant CAI in my 02 Chevy Duramax. Finally had to replace the filter after about 80k miles. Not quite the 100k stated, but it’s seen lots of abuse so I’ll let that slide. If someone thinks they have a better product, I’d try it if you give it to me. Otherwise I’ll stick to what has worked so far.
jasonmurph –
Overall I’m happy with this product. It does what it’s supposed to and works as it says
meghan nesling –
It is exactly what it says it is.
Customer –
I installed the cold air kit about 6 years ago. Although I haven’t put 100 000 miles on it it was getting dirty ( driving around the farm/gravel roads ) I decided to replace the filter. It has done a great job so far and held up great. Even at the cost of the replacement filter, it ends up being more cost efficient then constantly replacing a cheap filter.
Aaron Francis –
Fit 2011 GMC Sierra perfect
Darin Galbraith –
Great filter!
FLYNN –
Didn’t fit…had to remove the Rubber hardware and use the old one on the new filter.
Chance 2 Farm Ltd –
Donaldson Power Core is the best you can get for high flow, high filtration efficency and low restriction.
Justin P. –
Looks great. Replaced the hi flow oiled set up after years of good use. Time to let go of the maintenance and enjoy my free time.
Jordan –
Great price fast shipping great quality !
Dangel –
Works as expected, but slightly crushed in some areas. Has no effect on filter. Bought it used from Amazon at a cheaper price but still works. Thank you.
David Rivera –
This is the a great filter. Had 1 before on my Tahoe, ran it 100k worked great. Never felt any power loss.
Brandon –
It works as an air filter should.