CAI Performance Expectations

[JoansDriver]

Wondering what to expect performance wise from a cai upgrade to my ls3. Currently running stock.

[Beezwax]

someone correct me if im wrong but you prolly won't NOTICE anything but maybe better throttle response and a bit different sound...

[camaroRND2]

yeh most guys see 10 to 20 hp which on a car this size really isnt obviously noticeable. roar from the engine and throttle response will happen and so will ur wallet emtying after ur perma grin starts due to purchasing more mods

[BlaqWhole]

Not to start a flame but a CAI should be noticeable. Even a high flow air filter will be noticeable. Install it and drive around for a few weeks. Then return it to stock and you'll see how sluggish the car feels. A week ago I put my OEM paper air filter back in and I didn't get out of my driveway before I felt the difference. I got up the road and couldn't stand it anymore. So I pulled over, and put the K&N right back in. When you've driven your car for a while, you'll notice even a 5 RWHP gain/loss.

[camaroRND2]

i guess i was referring to like headers and a tune noticeable and if u get a Intake and a tune than yes u will feel it

[SSmokinHot!]

Which is the best CAI?

[Apex Motorsports]

Depends on the intake. If you are specifically referring to the CAI Inc system then you will definitely notice improved responsiveness and a more aggressive sound. Some say they feel more power and some say that they are not sure. 15-20 RWHP is just about a 5% improvement so it is not something that is going to blow your socks off on its own. And that is the thing to keep in mind. The intake is only one component in a complex system of systems. The full benefit of upgrading a single component will only fully be realized once the other pieces of the puzzle are in place.

[camaroRND2]

Ha the best intake is the Super uber thingamajig. i honestly dont man my vote would be LSR next guys will be CAI another guys would be Texas Speeds airlid oh wait thats for 4th gens my bad sometimes i cant let go of the past.

[JoansDriver]

Thanks guys, very helpful.

[SSmokinHot!]

Originally Posted by camaroRND2

Ha the best intake is the Super uber thingamajig. i honestly dont man my vote would be LSR next guys will be CAI another guys would be Texas Speeds airlid oh wait thats for 4th gens my bad sometimes i cant let go of the past.

Yeah guess that is just IMO's. Does putting in a new CAI void any warranty?

[Apex Motorsports]

Originally Posted by SSmokinHot!

Yeah guess that is just IMO's. Does putting in a new CAI void any warranty?

This is a question that gets asked often and is a major concern for many people as they start down the road of modifying their vehicle. Despite all the bad information out there, it is pretty cut and dry because there is federal law on the matter. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. 2302(C)) regulates warranties and protects the consumer. This legislation was enacted in 1975 in response to widespread deceptive warranty practices in many industries. Here is how SEMA summarizes things:

The essence of the law concerning aftermarket auto parts is that a vehicle manufacturer may not condition a written or implied warranty on the consumers using parts or services which are identified by brand, trade, or corporate name (such as the vehicle maker’s brand) unless the parts or service are provided free of charge. The law means that the use of an aftermarket part alone is not cause for denying the warranty. However, the law’s protection does not extend to aftermarket parts in situations where such parts actually caused the damage being claimed under the warranty. Further, consumers are advised to be aware of any specific terms or conditions stated in the warranty which may result in its being voided. The law states in relevant part: No warrantor of a consumer product may condition his written or implied warranty of such product on the consumers using, in connection with such product, any article or service (other than article or service provided without charge under the terms of the warranty) which is identified by brand, trade or corporate name… (15 U.S.C. 2302(C)).

So in short, this means a service department or automotive manufacturer can not void your warranty simply because you have installed aftermarket parts or have modified your vehicle. They can, however, deny a warranty claim if they can prove the issue in question was a direct result of the installed part or modification. Unfortunately, plenty of people have stories of going to a dealership service department with a warranty issue and being denied because they have modified their vehicle. There are definitely shady service departments out there who will try to get over on their customers if they can, but this is illegal and it is up to the customer to know the law and stand up.


Here is an example of what can not be denied:

You install a supercharger in your vehicle and a month later your drivers side window stops working. The supercharger has no impact on your electric window motor, therefore, the repair should be covered.


Here is and example of what could be denied:

You install a supercharger in your vehicle and a month later your clutch is toast. The additional power created by a supercharger can easily overpower a stock clutch and lead to the repair not being covered under warranty.


So what do you do if you are illegally denied a warranty repair? According to the law, if the repair is over $25 you lawyer up and file a lawsuit in federal court. It may seem cheaper to just pay for the repair, but under the law the prevailing plaintiff may recover the costs of the suit including attorney fees. A much easier solution is to simply take your business to a dealer that deserves it.

[Brandon@LSRPerformance]

Originally Posted by JoansDriver

Wondering what to expect performance wise from a cai upgrade to my ls3. Currently running stock.

Please check out our LSR CAI, we offer a kit that can be used both with or without a tune:

• ~15HP & 12 ft/lbs TQ Max Gains at the Wheels with no tuning, ~35HP & 38 ft/lbs TQ Peak Gains at the Wheels with tuning
• High-flow Lifetime Air Filter
• Velocity-Stack Inlet smooths incoming air
• Made in the USA
• Lifetime Warranty

Please let me know if I can help you with this.

[Sales @ CAI Inc]

Thanks for your interest in a Cold Air Inductions Inc. CAI.! It looks like one of our authorized dealers has already provided some solid info for you, but if you would like to read some customer testimonials regarding our intake, here is a link for you: http://www.coldairinductions.com/testimonials

Let me know if you have any questions, thanks!

[RADREVX]

i just installed a cai inc and love it. i notice a difference and it is a great looking product. top notch quality.