hi guys, i know this topic has been done and i have read a few threads but there have been no definite answers. i am thinking of changing my inlet/intake pipe from my maf sensor to turbo from the rubber to either a silicone/aluminum pipe but am unsure which to go.

i have read the aluminum pipe can mess with the maf sensor due to vibrations as it doesnt give room to flex/play. i also have cams, and was wondering if this is true or not and whether or not i should just go with a silicone replacement over the metal pipe.

any feedback or personal experience would be appreciated. thanks , cheers !

 

ets intake with vibrant filter. best setup EVER

 

Can look into speed density and remove the MAF altogether.

 

will the ets intake mess with the maf since my cams DO make my engine move quite a bit i notice(esp when warmed up).

(edit: i also note i have a hks smf intake in a hks cf box which im quite fond of and dont want to remove****)

i dont know much about removing the maf sensor / putting speed density in ?? :s

 

Perrin Intake kit.

 

If you have issues with your engine moving a lot, then get stiffer mounts.

 

Just get a nice inexpensive silicone intake and call it a day. Usually can be purchased used for around $100 or less.

I have a standard Samco intake that looks almost identical to any other brand of silicone intake. Hasn't really given me any trouble. Just replace the worm clamps with T clamps and shouldn't have to worry about anything beyond that.

MAP Generic Silicone intake - $109
http://www.maperformance.com/map-3-t...p-evo-3ti.html

T-Bolts $3 each
http://www.maperformance.com/clampco...4106-0350.html

 

cheers ill probably just go with this idea ~ not too fussed. thanks guys !

 

+1 on the perrin intake.

 

go speed density

 

Any reason in particular? The stock MAF has been proven to support well past 500hp.

 

You dont need T-bolt clamps on the intake. It doesn't see pressure/boost and using T-bolt on it is not needed.

 

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This is my Samco intake had it for years and still looks great. Fit and finish is easily the best.

 

Bah, I must have not been thinking correctly. You are 100% right.

 

just curious also.. do any of you guys have a silicone intake/inlet pipe yourself and is it hard to install.

i have a few friends with wrx's/sti's and they say its a real pain and had it done at a shop, but im not sure if it was difficult due to fitment of their pipe/engine position or the silicone being hard to fit on itself??