markbrotens Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Well but this just is engine compartment hot air suckage refined. That's why I put the piece of lexan (clear polycarbonate) between the intake and the engine. http://legacygt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=54825&d=1215548988 Also, I would recommend leaving the scoop in place that redirects air flow to the intake http://legacygt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=54827&d=1215548988 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05LGTBLUE Posted December 18, 2009 Share Posted December 18, 2009 That's why I put the piece of lexan (clear polycarbonate) between the intake and the engine. http://legacygt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=54825&d=1215548988 Also, I would recommend leaving the scoop in place that redirects air flow to the intake http://legacygt.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=54827&d=1215548988 Can anyone fill me in on how this benefits the car? is it worth doing this instead of an intake? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markbrotens Posted December 19, 2009 Share Posted December 19, 2009 A cold air intake would have more intake, but this is better than stock and a lot cheaper than a cold air intake. Also, this doesn't require a tune whereas a CAI does. Plus the wicked awesome whooshing and BOV sounds that you now get to enjoy every time you put your foot down. If you're asking if there is any power increase, I've never dynoed my car, but I would doubt there is much. For me it was more that it looks good, sounds good, and was really cheap and fun to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underpowerd Posted December 19, 2009 Share Posted December 19, 2009 i did some heatshielding too, but used aluminum sheet and covered it with that thermotec reflective tape (i'll take/post pics in here one day) -- at least to the touch, the intake is now waaaay cooler after running than it was without, so heatshield definitely a good idea for this hot-air-intake mod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05LGTBLUE Posted December 20, 2009 Share Posted December 20, 2009 A cold air intake would have more intake, but this is better than stock and a lot cheaper than a cold air intake. Also, this doesn't require a tune whereas a CAI does. Plus the wicked awesome whooshing and BOV sounds that you now get to enjoy every time you put your foot down. If you're asking if there is any power increase, I've never dynoed my car, but I would doubt there is much. For me it was more that it looks good, sounds good, and was really cheap and fun to do. Sounds good to me, doing it as soon as this 25 inch snow clears up . Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f1anatic Posted December 20, 2009 Share Posted December 20, 2009 That heat shield doesn't stop any heat. I think the OEM setup was a much better solution. I used to have a snorkel that would get air from outside the car...right in front of the radiator/behind the front grill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markbrotens Posted December 21, 2009 Share Posted December 21, 2009 That heat shield doesn't stop any heat. I think the OEM setup was a much better solution. I used to have a snorkel that would get air from outside the car...right in front of the radiator/behind the front grill. Really? Have you done this on your own car and compared the difference so that you know that the heat shield is useless? You're entitled to your own opinion, but stating for a fact that it doesn't work if you've never seen it first hand is just ignorant. Believe me when I say that there is a HUGE difference in temperature between the engine bay and the intake area. Maybe if you're sitting still and revving the engine, there will be some hot air sucked in, but if you're moving at all, the air in the intake compartment is constantly being replaced through the stock "scoop" and from under the car into the "drug-smuggling area". The heat shield keeps virtually all of the heat from the engine bay separate from the intake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silly Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 Does anyone know if the pictures are avilable somewhere for the begining of thread?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laverne Posted February 13, 2010 Share Posted February 13, 2010 Ive been researching a bit and from reading some CAI kits need a tune for WOT applications. While not a neccesity, its a definite benefit to the engine.Does this setup, being essentially a stock open box require a tune? Will the stock fuel map be adequate at WOT or higher RPMS? I am adding a cat back system to my 05 and would like a little better airflow coming in as well. However Im not quite ready for a full tuneThanks in advance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catalyst Posted February 13, 2010 Share Posted February 13, 2010 Does anyone know if the pictures are avilable somewhere for the begining of thread?? If you right click on them and "open in new tab/window" they will work. "This is an adventure." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
libby666 Posted April 26, 2010 Share Posted April 26, 2010 awesome making one now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJYankeesFan Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 I have an 05' 2.5i. Is this mod possible for my car or will it just make it stall? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thestratomaster Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 ^^Also curious about that. Also will this pass NYS inspection? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oside13 Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Hers my version did it today http://i1193.photobucket.com/albums/aa356/OSIDELGT/DSCN1630.jpg http://i1193.photobucket.com/albums/aa356/OSIDELGT/DSCN1632.jpg http://i1193.photobucket.com/albums/aa356/OSIDELGT/DSCN1633.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 I like your version, what was your list of materials? My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oside13 Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 I like your version, what was your list of materials? Let me get the prices on things and Ill post them along with the materials Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesej05 Posted March 17, 2011 Share Posted March 17, 2011 I like your version, what was your list of materials? +1, this looks pretty sweet and may be a little easier to fab up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyShakel. Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Mc.Gyver subbie mod, like it. I'll try to post some of my riggings, not pretty but functional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rad.rac3r Posted February 4, 2012 Share Posted February 4, 2012 (edited) Pretty cool. Would be nice to get rid of the reso *edit: upon doing this, realized you do get rid of the reso XD LOLOL...stupid*, have some sort of dryflow filter to avoid sucking in water, and find a way to point the filter down where the reso would be so your pulling air from the wheel well area...hmm... Edited February 23, 2012 by rad.rac3r Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bpalumbo159 Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 I have a 2.5i if I did this to my car would it need a tune? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 On a 2.5i, no. There is very little to none to gain with this open cover. Just a little more sound and looks. My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jswain101 Posted June 24, 2012 Share Posted June 24, 2012 Nice..I wish I could do this..I'm just not too mechanically inclined...so idk.haha... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaztambide Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 I know this thread is really old but why did you use abs plastic on top of the aluminum? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
famaya26 Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Are there an benefits to an open induction cover? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FJuan Posted July 19, 2012 Share Posted July 19, 2012 Only for looks. Maybe hear the BPV a little better. My wife's balls are delicious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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