New Intake? Opinions please
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flat_black
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RU-1830 is the part number that I think will work with the intake... It looks rather different, but it should fit within the constraints of the intake housing, and offer more filter coverage, so hopefully it'll work well. I'm going to order it up today. As far as for ceramic coating, I'd say that's definitly a good price. I didn't get charged for mine, as a friend was doing it at his own shop, and did mine along with his stuff. The ceramic coating added a good deal of rigidity to the flimsy aluminum tube from the MAF sensor to the throttle body, so it seems to have helped in that respect, too. =) I'll tell you when the K&N filter arrives, though, and keep you updated.
flat_black
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Hehee... No problem. =) I've always been one to dive in head first without looking. 
Well, not really, but hey. Hehee. I ordered it from www.4filters.com, and it should be here in 5 to 7 days. They didn't have the lowest price, but they did have the shortest turnaround time; All the others said it'd be two to four weeks. =P So, I'll let you know when it comes in, and it'll probably be installed that day.
Well, not really, but hey. Hehee. I ordered it from www.4filters.com, and it should be here in 5 to 7 days. They didn't have the lowest price, but they did have the shortest turnaround time; All the others said it'd be two to four weeks. =P So, I'll let you know when it comes in, and it'll probably be installed that day.p5sundevil
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OK i read the first 7 pages of this thread so if I ask somethin already answered forgive me.
So we have seen that the temp near the front where the opening is is definately colder than most areas in the engine bay. Also even though the web site said a 10-12hp increase alex has already said on our application expect more like 1-5 and the GTech results from another member here said it was 2-3hp.
What my questions are is what gains have people seen on our 2.0l cars with the injen RDCAI? I ask because by the time you spend 120 on the intake and another 30 on the K&N filter your at 150, and I can get a black injen for 202 shipped i think.
Also that link someone posted on page 3 or 4 of this thread about those weaponR intakes. On the link given it shows a comparison a mag did with all the intake manufacturers and supposedly the weaponR showed the best gains. I dont know what car or setup it was tested on but I assume all the intakes were tested equally. Has anyone had any experience witht he weaponR intake system? I am talking about the CAI one not SR.
Basically I am asking because I currently use the ebay intake which I got for 35 shipped but I dont like how hot the tubing gets, I really really dont like how the support brackets work and the way it is set up now is the filter is right above the hole that the injen intake goes through in the front left fender area. I would like to upgrade if it would help the car out.
SO I guess after running my mouth there basically I am asking if anyone has had experience witht he weaponR intake, what gains have been seen with the Injen CAI and opinions on whether you guys think upgrading the intake from the ebay one is worth the money.
Thx everyone, feedback is appreciated.
So we have seen that the temp near the front where the opening is is definately colder than most areas in the engine bay. Also even though the web site said a 10-12hp increase alex has already said on our application expect more like 1-5 and the GTech results from another member here said it was 2-3hp.
What my questions are is what gains have people seen on our 2.0l cars with the injen RDCAI? I ask because by the time you spend 120 on the intake and another 30 on the K&N filter your at 150, and I can get a black injen for 202 shipped i think.
Also that link someone posted on page 3 or 4 of this thread about those weaponR intakes. On the link given it shows a comparison a mag did with all the intake manufacturers and supposedly the weaponR showed the best gains. I dont know what car or setup it was tested on but I assume all the intakes were tested equally. Has anyone had any experience witht he weaponR intake system? I am talking about the CAI one not SR.
Basically I am asking because I currently use the ebay intake which I got for 35 shipped but I dont like how hot the tubing gets, I really really dont like how the support brackets work and the way it is set up now is the filter is right above the hole that the injen intake goes through in the front left fender area. I would like to upgrade if it would help the car out.
SO I guess after running my mouth there basically I am asking if anyone has had experience witht he weaponR intake, what gains have been seen with the Injen CAI and opinions on whether you guys think upgrading the intake from the ebay one is worth the money.
Thx everyone, feedback is appreciated.
hawkwind101
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First of all you cannot go by the test results from a mag. They usually test the different intakes on one type of car. Those same brand intakes will give different results on another car. For example the Injen CAI is the best intake for the RSX but may not be the best for another type of car.
The fact is on our car there is no significant difference between the different type of intakes. Unless you consider 1-2 HP significant. If you are not worried about the looks of the intake stick with the ebay one. It isn't worth the money to replace it.
The fact is on our car there is no significant difference between the different type of intakes. Unless you consider 1-2 HP significant. If you are not worried about the looks of the intake stick with the ebay one. It isn't worth the money to replace it.
flat_black
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This intake is something of a compromise between a CAI and a SRI... It's short, as is an SRI, but it draws in slightly cooler air. The difference is not huge between it and a CAI, but the CAI is more exposed to the elements, somewhat. I like the idea of keeping my element someone enclosed, and that's my main reason for buying it. But the CAI does draw in much cooler air, as it doesn't need to deal with heat soak from the engine as much as any element placed within the compartment. As far as functionality, the ebay SRI actually contributes to a loss of power, from what I've heard from those who use them. But that's just skinny of my findings.
I put my Aero intake in 2 weeks ago and really like it. It really sounds great, throttle response seems quicker, and because prostreet lost my group buy info I got one of the leftovers for $95 plus shipping. I think it is well worth the money.
I can feel a vibration/rattle in the clutch pedal since I installed the intake. Has anyone else run into this? I am going to make a bracket to go from the old factory bracket near the battery up to the factory sensor box to help sturdy the thing.
Overall I am impressed with the Intake. A nice cross between the RAM and CAI.
I can feel a vibration/rattle in the clutch pedal since I installed the intake. Has anyone else run into this? I am going to make a bracket to go from the old factory bracket near the battery up to the factory sensor box to help sturdy the thing.
Overall I am impressed with the Intake. A nice cross between the RAM and CAI.
flat_black
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Hehee... Yes, I know exactly what feeling you're talking about. =) I took a 3/4" wide sheet of aluminum, measured it up, bent it at a 90 degree angle, then drilled holes in the appropriate places to anchor it, so I didn't get that 'thunk-thunk-thunk' when letting off the clutch at low revs.
I wish they had included that in the kit. It is so simple and the holes line up almost perfect. I also would have liked to see them include a flange welded to the intake tube to mount the hoses/sensor (not sure exactly what it is) instead of having to zip tie the thing.
Not trying to be negative though. I really like the intake.....just a few fit and finish things.
Not trying to be negative though. I really like the intake.....just a few fit and finish things.
flat_black
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Yeah, I agree a few things could've fit a little better... Though I'm still not sure what the hell that little sensor is that's normally mounted atop the intake tube. Anyone have any clue at all?
flat_black
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Yeah, I got the K&N, but it doesn't fit at all... Much too long and thick (don't laugh!). I'm totally strapped for money lately, so I can't test out any more, but anyone else is welcome to try. Sorry guys. =/
flat_black
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K&N is the way to go if you can find one.
Can any of you measure the stock filter and tell me the whole dimensions of it? (IE, filter segment length, widest width, rubber flange length, etc...)
If so, I can hunt one down that should fit just right from the fitiment sources I have.
Can any of you measure the stock filter and tell me the whole dimensions of it? (IE, filter segment length, widest width, rubber flange length, etc...)
If so, I can hunt one down that should fit just right from the fitiment sources I have.
flat_black
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Ahh, yeah... Over in the states, that was a Ford Escort/Mercury Lynx, which stopped being the Lynx in 1991. =) Just a little bit of odd history. I don'y think the Lynx in the states ever saw the FS-DE 2.0 engine, but the Escort did.
