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Smooth and Cool · 10-26-2012, 06:13 PM

Got a used (1k) airaid CAI for 50 bucks. Gonna Swiss cheese the airaid box on the front and fender sides to get extra air

FINALLYSATISFIED · 10-26-2012, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by SETFREE

I've been wanting to get the CAI Intake for along time now, I think I'm gonna pull the trigger right now I just wanted to ask if $370 was a good price flat out the door?

Thanks For the help in advance

Typically buying a CAI online might be beneficial especially now the holiday season is approaching us...

JohnnyBfromPeoria · 10-26-2012, 07:25 PM

CAI brand is THE way to go. You'll forget all about the cost after a bit, and the proven results are better than the cheaper ones the other posters are talking about. I'm not even sure why others are even bothering to buy any other brand.

In my LFX, I also put in a scoop and a window washer bottle relocation kit. Total, I paid more than everybody on this thread so far...and I don't care. It's worth it.

At last the temperatures are falling in Phoenix and I can occasionally drive with the windows down and the a/c off. I do not have an aftermarket exhaust, yet I am amazed by the kick-ass sound my car makes above about 4500 rpm; it's freaking loud and very throaty. Love it.

John B.

ss04flores · 10-26-2012, 07:28 PM

That's steep IMO I payed 230 for k&n

JohnnyBfromPeoria · 10-26-2012, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by ss04flores

That's steep IMO I payed 230 for k&n

You received an intake worth $230. A CAI brand is better...proven.

John B.

ss04flores · 10-26-2012, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnnyBfromPeoria

You received an intake worth $230. A CAI brand is better...proven.

John B.

What's the hp difference?

JohnnyBfromPeoria · 10-26-2012, 07:41 PM

I'm not familiar with the V-8 differences, only the LFX, so I may be speaking out of turn. I'll try to link to it.

John B.

montreal2010yellow · 10-26-2012, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by ss04flores

That's steep IMO I payed 230 for k&n

Some K&N for V6 are gone to get you a cell. I tried 2 different ones and had the problem each time. But, my car is a very early production serial no. 602 (2010) and I understand that later production engenins don't have the same problem.

JohnnyBfromPeoria · 10-26-2012, 07:56 PM

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/...VE&hl=en#gid=0

John B.

JohnnyBfromPeoria · 10-26-2012, 08:01 PM

According to the chart I posted the link to above, adding the scoop nets some very nice gains as well.

The Injen short ram does not impress me. Might as well leave it stock, IMO.

One other thing to consider: Every wash off your engine compartment? Only a cai with a lid will keep you from having to bag your filter first. Small point, but all the better for lazy me.

John B.

midnighter · 10-26-2012, 08:03 PM

Congrat's SETFREE. How do you like your new CAI?

'11CamaroLS · 10-29-2012, 12:21 PM

heres the one for the v6 JRE tests

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/...mc&hl=en#gid=0

now the Cai and the injen have the best numbers. however that doesnt include Vararam that wasnt released at the time of this test. and honestly, is the 6hp and 3tq they gained between the Cai and K&N really worth all the extra money you spent more then my 240 K&N? its not like on the streets your gonna feel those extra 6 hp and 3 tq lol . and also you can use a scoop with the K&N.
But for the record Vararam is the way to go, cost less then the CAI, let alone if you pay the extra money for the scoop.

10-26-2012, 06:13 PM	#15
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10-26-2012, 07:25 PM	#17
JohnnyBfromPeoria Drives: 2012 LS M6, Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 2,045	CAI brand is THE way to go. You'll forget all about the cost after a bit, and the proven results are better than the cheaper ones the other posters are talking about. I'm not even sure why others are even bothering to buy any other brand. In my LFX, I also put in a scoop and a window washer bottle relocation kit. Total, I paid more than everybody on this thread so far...and I don't care. It's worth it. At last the temperatures are falling in Phoenix and I can occasionally drive with the windows down and the a/c off. I do not have an aftermarket exhaust, yet I am amazed by the kick-ass sound my car makes above about 4500 rpm; it's freaking loud and very throaty. Love it. John B. __________________ 12 LS M6, IPF S/C, ASA GT-5 wheels, VMax PTB 1995 Mitsubishi Montero SR 1987 Dodge Raider Turbo Project 1986 Mitsubishi Montero 2.4l FI Transplant

10-26-2012, 07:28 PM	#18
ss04flores 2012 Camaro SS Drives: 2012 camaro ss Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 543	That's steep IMO I payed 230 for k&n __________________ _________________________ 2012 IMB CAMARO SS

10-26-2012, 07:41 PM	#21
JohnnyBfromPeoria Drives: 2012 LS M6, Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 2,045	I'm not familiar with the V-8 differences, only the LFX, so I may be speaking out of turn. I'll try to link to it. John B. __________________ 12 LS M6, IPF S/C, ASA GT-5 wheels, VMax PTB 1995 Mitsubishi Montero SR 1987 Dodge Raider Turbo Project 1986 Mitsubishi Montero 2.4l FI Transplant

10-26-2012, 07:56 PM	#23
JohnnyBfromPeoria Drives: 2012 LS M6, Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 2,045	https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/...VE&hl=en#gid=0 John B.

10-26-2012, 08:01 PM	#24
JohnnyBfromPeoria Drives: 2012 LS M6, Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 2,045	According to the chart I posted the link to above, adding the scoop nets some very nice gains as well. The Injen short ram does not impress me. Might as well leave it stock, IMO. One other thing to consider: Every wash off your engine compartment? Only a cai with a lid will keep you from having to bag your filter first. Small point, but all the better for lazy me. John B.

10-26-2012, 08:03 PM	#25
midnighter Account Suspended Drives: nothing Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: a hole Posts: 17,906	Congrat's SETFREE. How do you like your new CAI?

10-29-2012, 12:21 PM	#26
'11CamaroLS Drives: 2011 Camaro LS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 474 View My Garage	heres the one for the v6 JRE tests https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/...mc&hl=en#gid=0 now the Cai and the injen have the best numbers. however that doesnt include Vararam that wasnt released at the time of this test. and honestly, is the 6hp and 3tq they gained between the Cai and K&N really worth all the extra money you spent more then my 240 K&N? its not like on the streets your gonna feel those extra 6 hp and 3 tq lol . and also you can use a scoop with the K&N. But for the record Vararam is the way to go, cost less then the CAI, let alone if you pay the extra money for the scoop.