ashmostro

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I agree with you, the coupler diameter on the engine side is too big, but I think that was intentional as they need to distort to fit through the radiator wall.
I do think the coupler material is really cheap. In fact, my throttle body coupler failed on the passenger side, and I might replace it with a 4 ply tube from another manufacturer.

Gthang74

is there a possible way not to shave that core to pass through the tube?cause i was thinking if i shave the core i cant put back my old stock intake box when i dont want it anymore?

MyG37xS

Nice I've been contemplating doing this just hate the hassle of the Install.

ashmostro

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It's not that hard honestly.

ZOSTER33

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No you don't have to shave anything bro to install this CAI.

ashmostro

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True. No bros need shaving.

mrig37

I need an intake and can't decide if cai or sri what you think. I definitely don't want to cut or shave anything bro.

JUMBO PALACE

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For what it's worth, I went for the R2C just for the ease of install and peace of mind. Here in NJ we tend to get plenty of rain and snow so the more easily accessible filters plus the reduced risk of water getting into them made the SRI the best choice for me. The CAI look awesome and I'm sure would give me more power, but the increased cost + the cost of a splash guard + my neurotic worrying every time it rained just wouldn't be worth it for me.

Sway_NV

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CAI is supposed to get more gains, which you can find several dynos saying that. The cutting is super minor, it's not a big deal at all. If you still don't want to do it, get a Takeda

Jonesmeister11

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I did not have to cut, shave, sand, or file anything for my takeda. No idea why anyone thought they had to.

I do not run a splash guard and I have driven in some pretty bad rain storms in Dallas. I don't even turn my car off when I go though a dreaded carwash.

Rybitron

Correct, you can cut/shave the radiator supports so that the coupler is not deformed when it passes through the radiator support. You lose some airflow with that deformation, but still much better than stock.

I have been through several heavy storms in Dallas as well and only 1 time did I have a slight studder. I don't have the splash guard.

goon

That's some gangster ****

Redfire32

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I love what you did with the tubes!! That black is unique and pimpin

nbast

Here's my 2009 X coupe pre-bumper cover reinstallation. I did a bit of cutting, but am happy with the final result.

Redfire32

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Looks good. Glad you didn't have to cut much.