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1. EVOSOUL: Your Intake seems to produce a solid 5.3 HP and 5.3 TQ gain, was this achieved on a Cali PZEV Spec Lancer? If so what is the expected gain on a FED Spec Lancer?



The development of this intake was done with a Cali PZEV Spec vehicle. Since the FED Spec has fewer cats then the PZEV Spec model, we would expect a increased rate of exhaust flow relative to the PZEV Spec. That would translate to a potential increase in volumetric flow on the intake side. The factory ECU setting would see the larger volume of air and compensate within the fuel limits to maintain proper air fuel ratios. Overall, we would expect to see increased horsepower and torque relative to the PZEV Spec.



2. EVOSOUL: What was the focus of your 2008+ Lancer 2.0L Intake? Looking at your Dyno Performance sheet, it seems that Peak Horsepower wasn’t at the top of your agenda.



The focus of the 2008+ Lancer 2.0L Intake was usable horsepower and torque. We realized that this version of the Lancer was relatively heavy compared to it’s previous generation, and tuning the intake to gain at the higher region of the powerband didn’t seem practical. Instead, we focused on the peak torque regions of the powerband. The net effect would allow end users to feel the gains through each gear based on typical shift patterns.



3. EVOSOUL: Since your release of your COLD AIR INTAKE, Mitsubishi has now released a 2.4L engine variant. Do you believe the Intake sold for the 2.0L will suffice or would you consider making another intake for the 2.4L exclusively?



Every intake is tuned differently. We do not believe in selling an intake for a different application just because it fits. The 2.4L engine application would be of interest to us, but we cannot say exactly when we will release it. Keep posted on our website for updates.

4. EVOSOUL: Your industry rival “INJEN” was out early with an intake featuring their MR Technology, what sets your intake apparent from theirs?



I am not too familiar with Injen’s MR Technology. However, our intakes are always tuned for the best calibration as possible. AEM takes into account of all variables, not just horsepower and torque. We believe in providing a high quality product that performs at a reasonable price. Our reputation is built on this and acknowledged by consumers around the world.



5. EVOSOUL: While INJEN has recently pushed their MR technology, you have been using your V2 Intake with great success on other cars. Will we be seeing a V2 Version in the near future?



The V2 series indeed was a great success. At this time, we do not see any plans of a V2 Version for the Lancer application.



6. EVOSOUL: Many Lancer fans were broken hearted to hear that the AEM intake was for the 5 Speed manual only. Are there any plans for a CVT version in the near future?



At this time, the CVT version is undecided. Stay posted.



7. EVOSOUL: Where there any difficulties or hurdles to overcome for this Lancer project?



There were a few difficulties in the Lancer project, but nothing severe. It was simply a matter of optimizing space and coming up with innovate uses for materials to achieve our design objectives.



8. EVOSOUL: Besides Intakes are there any other projects in the works for the 2008+ Lancer?



At this time, other projects for the Lancer are potentially in the pipeline.


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Special thanks to AEM for answer our questions and participating in our dyno trials.

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