I've been searching threads and reading about CAIs. It seems like 8 out of 10 go with the Stillen Gen 3. I'm looking for other options. I am looking for
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03-30-2012, 09:45 PM | #1 (permalink) |
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I've been searching threads and reading about CAIs. It seems like 8 out of 10 go with the Stillen Gen 3. I'm looking for other options. I am looking for a CAI that doesn't involve cutting or modifying the engine compartment and doesn't involve removing the bumper for filter maintenance. I know the Gen 3 produces the most Hps and Torque and understand why it's setup the way it is. I want a CAI that is easy to install and easy to clean. Don't mind if it doesn't put out as much as the Gen 3 does. What other options are there? I've seen the setups of different hoses and upgraded filters but is there other CAI systems that are recommended? Thanks for any help/input. This will probably be the mod that pops my Z's cherry since my birthday is coming up.
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Stillen Gen III - Cut front wall, remove bumper for filter mx Takeda - Cut front wall (I believe), remove bumper for mx Injen - Remove bumper for filter mx AEM - Remove bumpter for filter mx Stock - Don't have to touch anything. If you wanna stick with a 'CAI' then that's your only option. Maybe do a MAF Tube and Drop Ins and be done with it. Less HP than a Stillen, but still a CAI. If you're interested in a Short Ram Intake (From inside the Engine Bay): Stillen Gen II R2C Takeda JWT Pop Chargers K&N Intakes Weapon-R Racing - (If they ever release them... ) Any others I'm missing guys? These won't net you as much HP as a CAI, but you will get a more pronounced intake sound, if you like that. With some higher gains than 'stock'. You don't have to remove the bumper or cut anything to install them either. And the price is usually about 1/2 that of the Stillen Gen III's.
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Correction, they're made so that there won't be any cutting involved. You still have to remove the front bumper though and they're poking it on release. People who've ordered weeks ago still haven't gotten any word on shipment.
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Completely ridiculous pricing and advertising. I don't really even see them as being worthwhile. Sure they look pretty, but I don't buy 'performance' minded parts for looks alone... Quote:
That's another thing too... they announced, and took pre-orders... now people are waiting 2-3 Months for something that was on the edge of being released without so much as to a Reason why they aren't enroute. Not cool to me.
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anyone know how the Injen intakes compare performance wise to the stillen g3's?
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I picked up the AEM's on Amazon for $380 (dark silver). The shiny ones were $325. With those prices, I put my money on them, and worked great. I just posted a review on them if you want to read. AEM Cold Air Intake Review
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The G'3 are the best. the removal of the front bumper is nothing, and the cutting of the wall in minor. I did it and it only took me just over an hour and that was because i was making sure everything was done right. And I'm more that happy with them.
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They are practically the same thing as the Injens in terms of placement. just with a 2nd Hydro-lock filter in the engine bay. (Expect hot air going in as well)
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