If you go the long tube style intake you will need to take the bumper off when you need to change/clean the filters. That was a deal breaker for me.
I went with post maf silicon tubes and the k&n drop in filters. I also added the silicone breather hoses. These will eliminate a few more choke points. As for the install it is easy and should take an hour. Performance wise I can hear a little bit more of rumble at cold start ups. Throttle response is improved a tad. This setup is about $350. Then maybe put the rest towards a future exhaust?
The test pipes are not the easiest thing to install and may open Pandora's box. Once bitten by the mod bug it is very easy to let things spiral out of control. Have fun with the new car and let the modding begin.
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