cobb tuning vs. CPE

[SuperStretch18]

http://corksport.com/page/yu/6_Probe_MX6_626/6_Atenza.html

 

[tunersteve]

Yes they do, just look around on their site. They have a smaller section devoted just to the MS6.

 

[amilliems6]

http://corksport.com/page/yu/6_Probe_MX6_626/6_Atenza.html

wow man thanks i feel like an idiot (braindead

 

[tunersteve]

Personally, I've had good luck with RPM, Street Unit, and PG. I don't go through the vendors directly because I can usually get the part cheaper with a little investigation. All of the vendors I mentioned have been extremely helpful and carry a good selection of parts.

You may not be able to find the MS CAI because when I got mine last April, they were being held for issues. They pulled them, along with the MS3 intake, and redesigned them. I'm not sure if the MS6 came out again when the MS3 intake did. I've had no problems with mine* (I did have the filter freeze due to water buildup) but nothing other than that. Watching my IAT and AATs from the Dashhawk, it's clear that the intake is pulling in cool air quite well.

 

[kingpin748]

Get the Corksport. Your not going to notice any difference for the extra money you spend on a separate turbo inlet and SRI/CAI combo.

 

[amilliems6]

where can i find the turbo inlet and intake combo?

 

[sunshineFC]

where can i find the turbo inlet and intake combo?

Click the link on post #21, then go to the engine section and scroll about 2/3 of the way down.
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[amilliems6]

kay i got it...

can an inlet pipe void ur warranty?

 

[tunersteve]

where can i find the turbo inlet and intake combo?

Depends on what brand you go with. Cobb is two seperate purchases, the SRI and the TIP, where as CS is just one item.

Do yourself a favor, spend the extra money and get the Cobb.

 

[amilliems6]

why cobb and not cork?>

 

[tunersteve]

why cobb and not cork?>

It's a long story. I guess you could say its a matter of personal opinion. You'll find more experiences with Cobb than with CS parts, but there may be others out here with good results.

 

[amilliems6]

im undecided for which one to go with

 

[tunersteve]

im undecided for which one to go with

Why? If I were you and you want to save a few bucks, get the Cobb SRI. You're not gonna see any difference in gains between the two, and the price difference you can use to put into something else (turbo inlet or BPV).

 

[amilliems6]

Why? If I were you and you want to save a few bucks, get the Cobb SRI. You're not gonna see any difference in gains between the two, and the price difference you can use to put into something else (turbo inlet or BPV).

well yea i agree with you but corksport offers inlet pipe and the intake for about 240$ as a combo.

http://corksport.com/store/large/2u...zdaspeed_6_Power_Series_Short_Ram_Intake.html

 

[tunersteve]

I dont know, but that doesn't look all that great to me. Just my $.02

 

[amilliems6]

yea i know what you mean.. but what does a turbo inlet do? or what does it help with?

 

[Myriad]

The stock turbo inlet is the link between the intake and the turbo. The stock inlet pipe looks almost like a black plastic shoebox which is a fairly poor design as far as air flow is concerned (trust me, I work with air and airflow management for a living). If you want to see the differences between the stock inlet and an aftermarket one just have a look at http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?t=123727716&page=3 post #43 (third picture down, stock one is on the left). Round is far better than square and every aftermarket inlet pipe is round, or at least "roundish". Eliminating this stock flaw will get you a smoother throttle response, slightly quicker spool and a little hp to boot. All of the aftermarket inlets perform in a very similar manner. There isn't a massive difference between them, just materials they're made of and claims the manufacturers make. No matter which one you go with, it's a massive improvement like I said before.

As far as brands, I went with the CP-e nano because the housing was made of metal... I work with metal, I understand metal, it was just a personal preference and not some belief that it is a magical and superior product. Tunersteve recommends the Cobb because it (*edit* is $20 cheaper, sorry about pegging that one wrong) has a very good track record on this engine and several members are running it with no complaints. The jury is still out on the Corksport because it is still a new product that hasn't made its way into a lot of cars yet, but CS has really done a lot for the Mazda community and I don't see how they would benefit from throwing us a product that would not work well. It's a convenient little package at a lower cost than the other options, but being a proprietary size means if you ever wanted to change your intake to another brand at a later date, or go with a larger turbo (don't even think about that right now, more hassle than you want this early on in life), you would probably have to replace the CS inlet as well. Best thing to do is to look at all of the intake options, all of the inlet options, and start pairing them up and finding out which appearance and price you like the most since it's going on your car and the performance across the board is very similar. Some people eat their toast butter side up and others eat their toast butter side down, who's right... does it matter since they're all enjoying buttered toast?

 

[Mistersix]

mmmmmm toast...

pave the way, break new ground, f*uck the norm. go with the cs. then post up your impressions.

 

[tunersteve]

My only reasoning for the Cobb over the CP-e was cost. It's only $20, but its money saved. I do like the metal MAF housing over the composite, and they both have the air straightener inside, which is key.

I saw on another forum a guy who bought the CP-e inlet, and had to cut the battery tray to make it fit. Although its bigger, I'm not one to start hacking up the engine bay to make something fit.

 

[amilliems6]

where could i find the cpe turbo inlet?