Is the FIPK worth it?
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Is the FIPK worth it? I was going to go to Auto Zone tomorrow and pick up an FIPK, but I don't know that it's worth the $387 they want for it. Dyno sheets show about +14hp on a stock car, but I don't know they I'm buying it. What could I get for that money that would actually be worth it? Keep in mind that it would have to be installed by me by myself and I have limited access to tools, space, and knowledge.
i have one and i think they look better than a lid, but to be honest, that's all your paying for. i'm trying to sell mine for a fast toys 85mm lid but only because it will fit my new MAF better.
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Mine came with it, so it was free for me. That said, I doubt I would buy one for $387. There are many alternatives that are cheaper that I am sure are just as good or better. Hell you could probably make something very similar for half that with a good filter. I do like mine, but I wouldn't have bought it.
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What should I do instead. I have access to basic hand tools and a jack. I am also smart enough to be able to follow directions or find some one how to do certain things. I had thought about a cam, but didn't know how much it would cost me to get one installed.
if you want a k&n though, i may sell mine for much cheaper than a new one and it's in good condition. it'll still be a little bit more than a lid though, because that's what i'll be switching to haha.
I don't know guys. The people at K&N couldn't be that stupid...When the car is moving, that little cove gets plenty of cold air. It's only when the car is moving very slowly that it heaves from under the hood. Never the less, I recommend a simple lid with a good paper filter.
$387 is way overpriced... put the money toward an LS6 intake and keep your lid/ paper filter. Also, that K&N filter oil gets all over your MAF and makes things a mess...
lol....Thats if you overoil the filter, not if it is properly oiled. K&N is still the best filter out there for the most part. I'd say put a lid on it, and a K&N drop in, do the free ram air mod and have fun.
I can recommend the FIPK. It looks so much more clean in the engine bay. The sound becomes a little meaner. I've also noticed a gain in horses as well as a small gain in mpg. Even my gf noticed a difference in the ride without me having mentioned that I installed the kit. If you're interested, I'm actually selling an unused kit on another thread for $200 OBO + shipping:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-external-engine/995135-k-n-fipkii-cold-air-intake.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-external-engine/995135-k-n-fipkii-cold-air-intake.html
I can recommend the FIPK. It looks so much more clean in the engine bay. The sound becomes a little meaner. I've also noticed a gain in horses as well as a small gain in mpg. Even my gf noticed a difference in the ride without me having mentioned that I installed the kit. If you're interested, I'm actually selling an unused kit on another thread for $200 OBO + shipping:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=995135
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=995135
