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Drivetrain CAI for 2004 S

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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 05:11 AM
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CAI for 2004 S

Looking to see what the concensus is here for CAI's? I have been looking at the ALTA and Helix. Where can i find the best price?

Also looking at JCW intake.

Any help would be appreciated!
 
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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 05:14 AM
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I have the Helix and I am very satisfied. I prefered the K&N filter on the Helix over the foam style on the ALTA. I have been told that all repeat all of the CAI's give very similar performance so all that really matters is style and price.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 05:39 AM
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I recommend going for a ride in a car with a CAI and research the reviews here on NAM.

Below are a couple post. (Happy Reading )

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=Alta+Dinan

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...&highlight=CAI


https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...&highlight=CAI
 

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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 07:32 AM
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You'll probably find that most people like their CAIs. (I love my Alta)

Alta is generally known as the intake with the most whistle on tip-in. Good performance increase though (and a sweet whine!)

There isn't too big of difference in performance in all of the brands, and as someone metioned above, so it really does come down to $$ and style.
 
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Old Jun 9, 2007 | 08:55 AM
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Cut a 3 inches diameter hole in the back plastic going to the vent. S/C whine will sound even louder and allows colder air. I have Ultrik + K&N.
 
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