AFE CAI - Stage 2 ?
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I was in the process of ordering Steeda's CAI - when I came across AFE's stage 2 CAI - which boasts an increase of up to 50 hp. The set-up changes out the whole intake system not just the filter. I wanted to know if anyone is familiar with this set-up since I'm not & was wondering if it's worth the xtra $100 or so compared to Steeda & K&N.
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Originally posted by Vegasjay@June 12, 2005, 11:05 AM
They say nothing about a tune... I just don't see it.
They say nothing about a tune... I just don't see it.
hey Justin --
yeah - sounded too good to be true -- prolly go ahead & order the steeda & save $100.
btw - how's your hood comin' along?
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Yah the Steeda CIA seem's to be a good performer, and a company you can trust... The hood is coming along very well. I told the bodyshop to take thier time, there is no hurry. I've learned you don't rush your chef, or your body guy...LOL Have you got'en her up to 130 yet...
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Originally posted by Vegasjay@June 12, 2005, 2:20 PM
Yah the Steeda CIA seem's to be a good performer, and a company you can trust... The hood is coming along very well. I told the bodyshop to take thier time, there is no hurry. I've learned you don't rush your chef, or your body guy...LOL Have you got'en her up to 130 yet...
Yah the Steeda CIA seem's to be a good performer, and a company you can trust... The hood is coming along very well. I told the bodyshop to take thier time, there is no hurry. I've learned you don't rush your chef, or your body guy...LOL Have you got'en her up to 130 yet...
speaking of pins... you come up w/ any ideas yet??
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Originally posted by lucky lou@June 12, 2005, 10:01 AM
I was in the process of ordering Steeda's CAI - when I came across AFE's stage 2 CAI - which boasts an increase of up to 50 hp. The set-up changes out the whole intake system not just the filter. I wanted to know if anyone is familiar with this set-up since I'm not & was wondering if it's worth the xtra $100 or so compared to Steeda & K&N.
here's a pic :
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I was in the process of ordering Steeda's CAI - when I came across AFE's stage 2 CAI - which boasts an increase of up to 50 hp. The set-up changes out the whole intake system not just the filter. I wanted to know if anyone is familiar with this set-up since I'm not & was wondering if it's worth the xtra $100 or so compared to Steeda & K&N.
here's a pic :
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I'll let you know as soon as I get my GT next month. They say on the product bulletin that it is 19hp & 22tq at a normal driving range of 4500 rpm. I called and that is supposedly with a bone stock Mustang GT.
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AFE makes great kits.. I have used many in the past and just sold my new AFE kit to softbatch since I had no need for it.He will be able to give you an opinion on it soon.50 hp..NO, but certainly along the lines with the other companies and their kit is top notch!
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Originally posted by subzero05@June 12, 2005, 7:08 PM
AFE makes great kits.. I have used many in the past and just sold my new AFE kit to softbatch since I had no need for it.He will be able to give you an opinion on it soon.50 hp..NO, but certainly along the lines with the other companies and their kit is top notch!
AFE makes great kits.. I have used many in the past and just sold my new AFE kit to softbatch since I had no need for it.He will be able to give you an opinion on it soon.50 hp..NO, but certainly along the lines with the other companies and their kit is top notch!
if it increases performance as wellas steeda & K&N i might consider it -- I like the clean look & the fact that the kit rplaces the whole intake tract. my concern is that there's no mention of having to flash & tune - although K&N makes no mention of it either. I'll prolly do more investigating b4 making a decision.
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Originally posted by subzero05@June 12, 2005, 8:08 PM
AFE makes great kits.. I have used many in the past and just sold my new AFE kit to softbatch since I had no need for it.He will be able to give you an opinion on it soon.50 hp..NO, but certainly along the lines with the other companies and their kit is top notch!
AFE makes great kits.. I have used many in the past and just sold my new AFE kit to softbatch since I had no need for it.He will be able to give you an opinion on it soon.50 hp..NO, but certainly along the lines with the other companies and their kit is top notch!
Yeah thanks on the good deal Chris.
I am hoping that it will be a little more powerfull than the Steeda and CnL because of the high-grade plastic tubing instead of stock or aluminium tubing. Hopefully as much power as the JLT. If there is a difference. MODernEnginuity should have a comparo on a bunch of intakes soon.
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The gains of 50hp are not specifically mentioned for the 05 mustang, just for the kit in general. Which means there is a car out there, or an engine out there, that they tested with a super restrictive (or factory) intake and theirs, and received a 50 +/- hp gain.
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WOW! they're all over the place w/ their numbers // so what changed between the initial dyno & the 2nd go 'round??? -- I'm not sure about that brushed aluminum cover either // looks like it would restrict air flow -- especially w/ my new hood. :scratch:
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Originally posted by lucky lou@June 12, 2005, 9:01 AM
I was in the process of ordering Steeda's CAI - when I came across AFE's stage 2 CAI - which boasts an increase of up to 50 hp. The set-up changes out the whole intake system not just the filter. I wanted to know if anyone is familiar with this set-up since I'm not & was wondering if it's worth the xtra $100 or so compared to Steeda & K&N.
here's a pic :
[attachmentid=24143]
I was in the process of ordering Steeda's CAI - when I came across AFE's stage 2 CAI - which boasts an increase of up to 50 hp. The set-up changes out the whole intake system not just the filter. I wanted to know if anyone is familiar with this set-up since I'm not & was wondering if it's worth the xtra $100 or so compared to Steeda & K&N.
here's a pic :
[attachmentid=24143]
Not sure what you have decided, but I just installed the AFE stage 2 on my 2005. There are 2 things that I noticed after install. 1) A louder growl out of the stock exhaust, and a better response to the accelorator.
I did like the fact that I didn't need any additional tools/equipment to re-calibrate the computer. Just disconnected the battery while installing it. Not sure as too what the actual HP is now that it's installed as I don't have the money to pay for a dyno.
But should you decide to go with this, take note that the instructions are not exact. Yes you do need to remove everything they talk about. But install the air filter housing first. Also there is a bolt that is just above the driver side headlamp that needs to be removed. Once you install the housing the rest is a breeze.
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IMHO if you introduced enough additional air into the engine to make even 10 hp you would end up with a CEL and limp mode. just removing the filter from the JLT adds enough extra air to lean the F/A out enough to produce these problems. No way that CAI can make good power with out a tune. Now with a tune...........well thats another story. With the 05 either a Diablo or Xcallibrator(2) should be everyones first mod. everything works better with a tune. just my $.02
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well I noticed on the one link it was like 320 bucks, the other link it was like 427, who are they kidding. I guess with a shiny piece of metal on top of it, it is worth a ton more than any other cai. I dont know if its worth that kind of money. I will spend it somewhere else first. good luck.
You also have another to choose from
http://forums.bradbarnett.net/index.php?sh...ic=27161&hl=cai
Looks very interesting, especially once they have released the radiator cover which will direct flow to the cai from grill area. Good luck in whatever you choose.
You also have another to choose from
http://forums.bradbarnett.net/index.php?sh...ic=27161&hl=cai
Looks very interesting, especially once they have released the radiator cover which will direct flow to the cai from grill area. Good luck in whatever you choose.