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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 02:50 PM
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Hi,

I saw taht some members install this thing, what is that for? It`s really change something? or only placebo?
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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by bzq' post='933326' date='Jul 5 2009, 03:50 PM
Hi,

I saw taht some members install this thing, what is that for? It`s really change something? or only placebo?
It is a Ram Air Intake that directs air to the air inlet at speed. It has demonstrated 5-8 HP gains (RPI Dyno #'s) and I know that after installing it I feel a little better power when passing on the freeway, also, MPG has been positively affected (before 22.6 / current 22.9 and counting). So it does help and it's also the only CAI or Ram Air Intake I have seen for our cars with proven gains in power. It's also one of the least expensive mods possible.
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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 03:00 PM
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It essentially deflects more air into your air intake increasing hp. I personally do not have one but from what ive heard theyre great! Plus the faster you go the more power the scoops add, so i guess its just an excuse to go faster...
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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 03:02 PM
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Originally Posted by CCS' post='933335' date='Jul 5 2009, 04:00 PM
It essentially deflects more air into your air intake increasing hp. I personally do not have one but from what ive heard theyre great! Plus the faster you go the more power the scoops add, so i guess its just an excuse to go faster...
+1 - I DO have one and you can feel a difference when trying to pass at speed. Great way to start the modding process (Scoop and Sprint Booster great way to start off)
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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 03:03 PM
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Originally Posted by pjinca' post='933332' date='Jul 5 2009, 04:58 PM
So it does help and it's also the only CAI or Ram Air Intake I have seen for our cars with proven gains in power.
I wouldnt say its the only one as the Dinan CAI adds a significant boost although youre definitely right that for the price it is one of the best upgrades you can get
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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 03:04 PM
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Ok, so anybody knew how I can buy it in Poland or Germany? DO I need to change air filter?
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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by bzq' post='933353' date='Jul 5 2009, 07:25 PM
Ok, so anybody knew how I can buy it in Poland or Germany? DO I need to change air filter?
Not sure about shipping, but you don't NEED to change your airfilter, but it's recommended for greater HP gains.
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Old Jul 5, 2009 | 03:43 PM
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Originally Posted by bzq' post='933353' date='Jul 5 2009, 04:25 PM
Ok, so anybody knew how I can buy it in Poland or Germany? DO I need to change air filter?
PM member/s Nerweezy and/or Trinity Autosport of Trinity Autosport

they can get you a package deal for filter and scoop
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