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Old Jun 29, 2009 | 07:53 PM
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Default Air intake ??

im trying 2 make plan on what im doing under the hood 4 when i tear it down
so i want do something diff with the intake
i was wondering if this would supply the proper amount of air ???
i know it will get hotter air this way butt will it hurt the performance ?????
let me know your opinion thanks



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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 12:48 AM
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You will just be sucking in hot air, stay with the lid setup
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 01:08 AM
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You'll need a speed density tune too.
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 03:27 AM
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Do the FTRA and stick with the lid.
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 07:35 AM
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Originally Posted by rich Z
You'll need a speed density tune too.
no i wouldn't
i can still use the MAF
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anyother opinions????
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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 02:02 PM
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Default I don't like it...

Compare the "surface area" of your new filter against the SA of your original filter.

Also, your new filter will pull in hot air from engine bay.
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