Thread: Air intake differences 05 vs 06+?

Originally Posted by Alex05GXP

only works well when under hood temps are low. I want it to look professional and I want it to be as sealed from getting under hood heat as possible.

1) The difference in temp shouldn't matter. I as good as proved it.
2) Open cone looks a ton better than a box, according to nine out of ten inmates. I'm actually serious - the guys who show their GP's typically refuse to use a "cai" box because it's ugly
3) K&N box doesn't seal out heat worth a shiit. Have you looked at it? Paper thin plastic? It'll be just as hot, extra restrictive, and you'll make worse power and worse gas mileage than open cone.

Originally Posted by Alex05GXP

I like the added power the CAI gives, but the added mileage and washability makes it pay for itself over time for my situation... Just looking for a quality, no-fuss, CAI setup to gain some power and mileage that is reusable forever.

K&N box is open on top - you don't want to leave your filter uncovered when you detail your engine bay, box or not. Just stick a $45 9" K&N cone on there and call it a day - save that $180 for a mod that actually does... something, instead of a silly piece of plastic.

But then again, it's your car and your money - do as you will, big spender. We're only trying to point you in the right direction and be helpful trolls.

Good luck!

Edit: Just to be sure we're on the same page, you want one of these things, right?