So I was installing my new intake filter on my evo x gsr, and had to get those two crappy plastic screws off of the air intake scoop -- I couldnt get one of them off for anything, and while trying to pop it off with a flathead, the screw went flying, and I think it may have gone through the intake scoop. The stock filter was out at the time, and I stuck my hand inside to see if I could find it, but couldnt find it anywhere. My question is, is there any possibility that this thing will get sucked into my motor? I am assuming that there is a screen on the MAS that would stop this from going through?? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

 

I would think you would want it out anyway so just take it apart before you drive anywhere and get it out.

 

there is no screen on the maf sensor.the turbo will suck it up first,then the intercooler.just remove the whole intake and see if its laying in the compressor housing.its easy to remove the intake.

 

Dont start the car! Remove the intake from the turbo and make sure it is not in there.

 

I removed the intake and couldnt find anything -- took it for a test drive, and everything seemed normal. I thought I smelled something weird when I got back -- maybe the new intake, or maybe the screw fell somewhere and melted. I am assuming if the screw was in the intake somewhere, something bad would have already happened? I drove it about 10 miles.

 

ill sell you a non oem screw tha ti used for 3$ and ill ship it in normal mail.

 

Pulled the intake again, and found the screw this time. Thanks for the help

 

I would have done it the other way.

 

lol