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6/14/12, 12:50 PM
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2_CW_2,
That is a very good question! Brand name doesn't necessarily mean one is better then the other but it is something to keep in mind. If you believe the saying " You get what you pay for " then it narrows your options down.
Personally I would lean towards an Airaid or JLT, they are reasonably priced and produce great power numbers!
This is just my personal opinion! To be honest I don't think you can really go wrong!
I hope this helps, Hit me up if you need further assistance man!
- Dan
6/14/12, 05:49 PM
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I wouldn't go for the cheapest thing you can find, but I wouldn't spend too much on one either. They don't really do that much. Worry more about what tune to get along with it, and less about the CAI.
6/14/12, 05:57 PM
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The tune seems to be the biggest factor, although airflow for the CAI may be a factor too, especially when your making major steam with your engine.
My favorites tend to be the FRPP CAIs, they have a very finished appearence (mainly the airbox) but are also saddled with a very safe tune.
My favorites tend to be the FRPP CAIs, they have a very finished appearence (mainly the airbox) but are also saddled with a very safe tune.
6/14/12, 05:58 PM
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All of the "high quality" CAI brands I've seen dynoed make within a horsepower or two of one another... I forget which one had the highest numbers, I want to say it was the steeda, but I could be wrong. Anyway, what's important to decide getting a "no-tune" CAI or a tune required CAI.
IMO a no tune intake is sort of in the same league as axle back exhaust, it's more a sound mod that a performance mod. You will gain a few HP with a no tune CAI, but nothing dramatic.
I have a Spectre CAI I bought used with a K&N filter because the spectre one was damaged. Spectre is a "cheap" no-tune intake brand that some people turn their noses up at but personally I'm pleased with it. I think it really dresses up the engine bay nicely, and it sounds really nice at WOT. It also has a removable insert so that when I get a tuner I can take out the insert and hopefully get some more noticeable performance gains.
IMO a no tune intake is sort of in the same league as axle back exhaust, it's more a sound mod that a performance mod. You will gain a few HP with a no tune CAI, but nothing dramatic.
I have a Spectre CAI I bought used with a K&N filter because the spectre one was damaged. Spectre is a "cheap" no-tune intake brand that some people turn their noses up at but personally I'm pleased with it. I think it really dresses up the engine bay nicely, and it sounds really nice at WOT. It also has a removable insert so that when I get a tuner I can take out the insert and hopefully get some more noticeable performance gains.
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6/15/12, 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted by AMDanBailer
2_CW_2,
That is a very good question! Brand name doesn't necessarily mean one is better then the other but it is something to keep in mind. If you believe the saying " You get what you pay for " then it narrows your options down.
Personally I would lean towards an Airaid or JLT, they are reasonably priced and produce great power numbers!
This is just my personal opinion! To be honest I don't think you can really go wrong!
I hope this helps, Hit me up if you need further assistance man!
- Dan
6/15/12, 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted by AMDanBailer
2_CW_2,
That is a very good question! Brand name doesn't necessarily mean one is better then the other but it is something to keep in mind. If you believe the saying " You get what you pay for " then it narrows your options down.
Personally I would lean towards an Airaid or JLT, they are reasonably priced and produce great power numbers!
This is just my personal opinion! To be honest I don't think you can really go wrong!
I hope this helps, Hit me up if you need further assistance man!
- Dan
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