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Stock Intake/Filter
How good is the stock intake compared to aftermarket brands?
What about a high flow filter? I'm not worried about the sound but more for the performance... I've heard that sometimes you're better off not going aftermarket and that the stock is best for the car. I haven't seen anything on here about this topic unless I missed it. Opinions?! TIA |
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Powerwise you won't gain much especially if you do not have a tune. It is more for sound. I have one because I am FBO but other mods are much better for the money.
Are you stock?
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I am stock for right now... I'm planning on what I want to get done with the car. Just wondering if its worth it to spend the money on an intake for good gains in power and performance.
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If I were planning I would start with a tune JB4 or whatever you want. Then a charge pipe because they can blow even with stock boost. Then go from there. Down pipe, intercooler, etc. Intake will help the least.
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If your stock intake was restrictive (which it is not), it would make sense to get an aftermarket unit. Best thing to do would be to get a new filter element from K&N or AFE (dry or oiled-cotton on the latter) for your stock airbox. The closed intake from AFE isn't that much different from the stock unit (other than the internal cone-shaped filter), and any other non-enclosed intake that is open to the engine compartment is not going to do much other than sound louder.
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Good decision! Be a little wary of the oiled-cotton filter replacements - they're good, but you have to be very careful when cleaning and re-oiling them. Too much oil can cause issues with the MAF sensor.
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On whats being said here, the intake MIGHT only help/improve a bit at higher RPMS if running a tune otherwise no point if the car is stock. You wouldn't go wrong with AFE Dry filter or BMC
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Deff will be getting a tune along with all the goodies!
Otherwise id be wasting my time and money and it would be a pointless post! Thanks! |
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Tune on this car is a must
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I've avoided aftermarket intakes due to possible issues like rough idling and CELs. I did add a drop in filter to the stock air box and am pushing 550 at the wheels no problem.
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I'm on my second 335 with JB4 and all the research I have done says an intake is not really worth the price. They look cool in the engine bay and provide a bit more spool sound but the power increase is marginal and the chance for problems (including dealer seeing mods if your on warranty) is increased. Just don't see the value for these cars.
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