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Better, yes, but will there be anything tangible to me the driver with them or mainly on paper like a dyno? Are we looking at 3 whp, better engine response,

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Old 01-24-2012, 10:08 PM   #46 (permalink)
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Better, yes, but will there be anything tangible to me the driver with them or mainly on paper like a dyno? Are we looking at 3 whp, better engine response, improved fuel economy or something along those lines?
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putting it in butt 'dyno terms' i did feel an increase in HP.

i have also been able to see the differences as i raced my buddys decked out GTI and now pull on him starting in 2nd and keep that distance between the two as opposed to pre-post MAF when we would stay even all the way up to 5th, no joke.
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the post MAF was the only difference or was it coupled with other mods? Hmm, I think I should go check the DIY section for a post MAF write up and see how easy it is to install. I don't expect big gains, but if it feels better, maybe it can appease the mod bug.
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the post MAF was the only difference or was it coupled with other mods? Hmm, I think I should go check the DIY section for a post MAF write up and see how easy it is to install. I don't expect big gains, but if it feels better, maybe it can appease the mod bug.
only other 'performance' mod is my invidia exhaust
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i feel the exhaust is prob where most of the gains came from but still, the post MAF is a pretty inexpensive mod. I'll probably try them out.
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I'm looking at the z1 ones. I assume they're all more or less the same as long as it's a reputable source? Anyone know if it comes with install instructions? I am not a mechanic by any means and like to have easy to follow instructions.
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this, except i went w/ the Cosworth filters (no oil)

http://www.cosworthusa.com/store/pc/...&idproduct=411
are these thing washable or do you have to replace them after so many miles?(sorry to OP for slight thread jack, was just curious). As for the OP, i am planning on going the same route with the post MAF and drop ins, but i am also debating on whether to do a CBE first or not too lol.
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are these thing washable or do you have to replace them after so many miles?(sorry to OP for slight thread jack, was just curious). As for the OP, i am planning on going the same route with the post MAF and drop ins, but i am also debating on whether to do a CBE first or not too lol.
CBE is a much more expensive purchase, it shouldn't be one or the other. I'd definitely get on the wait list for a Fast Intentions exhaust. Takes about 2 months from when you order it, and you only need a $200 deposit. Best gaining AND sounding exhaust.

I'm buying the Post-MAF tubes and filters now also
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are these thing washable or do you have to replace them after so many miles?(sorry to OP for slight thread jack, was just curious). As for the OP, i am planning on going the same route with the post MAF and drop ins, but i am also debating on whether to do a CBE first or not too lol.
yes, almost certain you can wash them. let me follow up on that for you though.
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CBE is a much more expensive purchase, it shouldn't be one or the other. I'd definitely get on the wait list for a Fast Intentions exhaust. Takes about 2 months from when you order it, and you only need a $200 deposit. Best gaining AND sounding exhaust.

I'm buying the Post-MAF tubes and filters now also
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They also have a new 3" one as well.
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I'm buying the Post-MAF tubes and filters now also
i don't know about the sound on the FI CBE, but the exhaust i eventually wanted to go after later on down the road was the Powerhouse Amuse R1 titan exhaust, that thing sounds amazing and is light as hell to boot. from what i hear a gain of around 20whp can be had with the amuse exhaust, but it is pretty expensive.
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i feel the exhaust is prob where most of the gains came from but still, the post MAF is a pretty inexpensive mod. I'll probably try them out.
i had raced him multiple times w/my exhaust already on...i would get him by no more than my front bumper being ahead of his front bumper by a foot. once i coupled the exhaust w/the post-MAF tubes i was able to pull on him
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I have the Z1 post MAF tubes. They don't come with instructions but it is very self explanatory.
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i had raced him multiple times w/my exhaust already on...i would get him by no more than my front bumper being ahead of his front bumper by a foot. once i coupled the exhaust w/the post-MAF tubes i was able to pull on him
Ok, i'm sold! Do you have the k&n drop-ins also?
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what about drop ins, post maf and test pipes/HFC as an econo-mod route... i imagine that combo frees up your bottlenecks on a budget
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