Took about a 4 mile spin, and I did notice it seemed to run a bit better
Good! I'm thinking about tossing my original SE filter (grey one) and installing k&\\;n already (going for the full stage 1 upgrade by the end of the month).
I'm surprised you noticed the difference (because you already had your ac/ kit installed) but in any case scenario K&\\;N is always better not only for it's capacity to breath more but also because it last forever.
I got k&\\;n in all my cars as well, they worth the buck.