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What's up guys! I ordered my intake about 3 weeks ago and now that I'm back from my wedding and honeymoon, I finally had time to install it. I had

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Old 07-30-2011, 12:26 PM   #1 (permalink)
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What's up guys! I ordered my intake about 3 weeks ago and now that I'm back from my wedding and honeymoon, I finally had time to install it. I had actually planned on doing it today, but when I got home last night I started removing the bumper and just didn't stop lol.

This isn't a big write up; but I did take a few pictures along the way.

Removing the bumper=super easy (1 man job).


I have these little wind deflectors in front of both front tires so I had a couple extra bolts to remove than the DIY said.

Here we have the stock intakes removed:


The dreaded "cutting" part of the install was super easy as well. I used a Dremel tool with a round sanding bit attached to it. I went with this versus a cutting type tip because it was easier and made the hole cleaner and was much safer around the AC lines. Here is the tip I used. This picture is AFTER I cut the holes...that's the black junk you see on the tip:


Here is the hole after I enlarged it:


Got the passenger side installed first:


Here are the final shots with everything installed:

Driver's side:


Passenger's side:






All in all, this was a super easy install. I did not use the instructions provided in the box, but instead followed AK370's write up which was very detailed and easy to follow. Also, resetting the windows and clock took like 2 minutes to do once the battery was reconnected.

I only took it for a quick test drive, but the sound and performance were definitely improved. I would recommend this to anyone who's looking for a great mod. Reasonably priced and very easy to install.

Questions and comments welcomed!!
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Old 07-30-2011, 12:55 PM   #2 (permalink)
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so you wrapped the ac line with the rubber piece they gave you right?
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Old 07-30-2011, 01:15 PM   #3 (permalink)
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so you wrapped the ac line with the rubber piece they gave you right?
Yep! Zip tied them and everything!
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Can't believe you had the guts to do that job yourself! How was the fitment of the bumper going BACK on? That's what I dread the most. Parts coming off without a hitch, but look like hammered dog doodoo when they go back on.
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Can't believe you had the guts to do that job yourself! How was the fitment of the bumper going BACK on? That's what I dread the most. Parts coming off without a hitch, but look like hammered dog doodoo when they go back on.


Most guys think the same way when they look at what you have to do in order to do this install, I'm one of them. But everything worked out fine.
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Most guys think the same way when they look at what you have to do in order to do this install, I'm one of them. But everything worked out fine.
Yes...taking the bumper off and putting it back on was cake. I know one of the write ups said to have two people do it...but I had no trouble doing it myself. The fitment was perfect as well.
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I've had my bumper off and back on in my own garage at least 10 times over the life of the car so far. It's an easy job, and it's fits back together just fine every time
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This install couldnt be easier, nobody should fear it. My advice, grab a beer, do it yourself, then sit back, look at the finished product and bask in your manhood.
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nice write up, can't wait to do this on my Z!! That and the exhaust cause it's stock right now :/
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nice write up, can't wait to do this on my Z!! That and the exhaust cause it's stock right now :/
Too bad you just missed Stillens buy a cat back exhaust get a gen3 intake free sale!! It just ended. I took advantage of the same deal last year round xmas. Keep an eye on their site, seems they run the sale a few times a year.
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You know...with this intake, it makes the stock exhaust sound so much better!
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You know...with this intake, it makes the stock exhaust sound so much better!
Ya know what makes the stock exhaust sound even better??? Replacing it with an aftermarket CBE
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Ya know what makes the stock exhaust sound even better??? Replacing it with an aftermarket CBE
Funny you should say this. I just ordered a Berk CBE/HFC combo.
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Funny you should say this. I just Oordered a Berk CBE/HFC combo.
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I didnt get any wrapped rubber piece for the ac line. Should I contact them?
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