Drivetrain Vote ur opinion about CAI "JCW vs ALTA vs M7"
6th Gear
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From: Gloucester, MA, USA
I've only used the JCW CAI and I love it - the benefit is that because of the flap that opens at 4500rpm, it's as quiet as stock for normal driving, and opens up to loud when you accelerate hard.
Most (all?) other CAIs are loud all the time - but then, many people prefer it that way!
Most (all?) other CAIs are loud all the time - but then, many people prefer it that way!
There is no BEST.
You need to make list of what is important to you (sound, thermal efficiency, maintenance, appearance, and then do your research on NAM to see which ones cover your list. Any of the CAIs from the known/reputable vendors will do the job. Asking which is the best - most will tell you what they are running.
. The whole point on NAM is information so you can make the best/right decision for yourself.
So - here is a good punch list.
filter - foam or paper (maintenance differences).
housing -
a) open or closed box
b) metal or plastic
these will affect - loudness and thermal efficiency, as well as, stock looking or aftermarket?
If you can get rides in other cars do so.
You need to make list of what is important to you (sound, thermal efficiency, maintenance, appearance, and then do your research on NAM to see which ones cover your list. Any of the CAIs from the known/reputable vendors will do the job. Asking which is the best - most will tell you what they are running.
. The whole point on NAM is information so you can make the best/right decision for yourself. So - here is a good punch list.
filter - foam or paper (maintenance differences).
housing -
a) open or closed box
b) metal or plastic
these will affect - loudness and thermal efficiency, as well as, stock looking or aftermarket?
If you can get rides in other cars do so.
6th Gear
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From: Winston-Salem, NC
I've only used the JCW CAI and I love it - the benefit is that because of the flap that opens at 4500rpm, it's as quiet as stock for normal driving, and opens up to loud when you accelerate hard.
Most (all?) other CAIs are loud all the time - but then, many people prefer it that way!
Most (all?) other CAIs are loud all the time - but then, many people prefer it that way!
2nd Gear
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 121
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There is no BEST.
You need to make list of what is important to you (sound, thermal efficiency, maintenance, appearance, and then do your research on NAM to see which ones cover your list. Any of the CAIs from the known/reputable vendors will do the job. Asking which is the best - most will tell you what they are running.. The whole point on NAM is information so you can make the best/right decision for yourself.
So - here is a good punch list.
filter - foam or paper (maintenance differences).
housing -
a) open or closed box
b) metal or plastic
these will affect - loudness and thermal efficiency, as well as, stock looking or aftermarket?
If you can get rides in other cars do so.
You need to make list of what is important to you (sound, thermal efficiency, maintenance, appearance, and then do your research on NAM to see which ones cover your list. Any of the CAIs from the known/reputable vendors will do the job. Asking which is the best - most will tell you what they are running.
. The whole point on NAM is information so you can make the best/right decision for yourself. So - here is a good punch list.
filter - foam or paper (maintenance differences).
housing -
a) open or closed box
b) metal or plastic
these will affect - loudness and thermal efficiency, as well as, stock looking or aftermarket?
If you can get rides in other cars do so.
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Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Fresno Ca.
I'll vote for Alta since I have one . But Would give them a bigger if they get a Cal. carb. sticker, "hint hint' Adam 
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. But Would give them a bigger if they get a Cal. carb. sticker, "hint hint' Adam .
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5th Gear
Joined: Apr 2006
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From: CT
There is no BEST.
You need to make list of what is important to you (sound, thermal efficiency, maintenance, appearance, and then do your research on NAM to see which ones cover your list. Any of the CAIs from the known/reputable vendors will do the job. Asking which is the best - most will tell you what they are running.. The whole point on NAM is information so you can make the best/right decision for yourself.
So - here is a good punch list.
filter - foam or paper (maintenance differences).
housing -
a) open or closed box
b) metal or plastic
these will affect - loudness and thermal efficiency, as well as, stock looking or aftermarket?
If you can get rides in other cars do so.
You need to make list of what is important to you (sound, thermal efficiency, maintenance, appearance, and then do your research on NAM to see which ones cover your list. Any of the CAIs from the known/reputable vendors will do the job. Asking which is the best - most will tell you what they are running.
. The whole point on NAM is information so you can make the best/right decision for yourself. So - here is a good punch list.
filter - foam or paper (maintenance differences).
housing -
a) open or closed box
b) metal or plastic
these will affect - loudness and thermal efficiency, as well as, stock looking or aftermarket?
If you can get rides in other cars do so.
Which M7? AGS or their new DDM
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Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Fresno Ca.
you think the Alta is loud, have you heard the AGS? But even that pales in comparison to this:http://videos.streetfire.net/video/3...641ce3ce56.htm
4th Gear
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From: Loveland, Ohio
i personally have always purchased all Alta products and have never had an issue. as far as the best goes i doubt anyone here except some of the manufacturers have really R&D'd these products. anyone that tells you different is just going by personal experience. Alta 15% pulley, Alta 2% lightened crank, Alta short shifter, Alta CAI, Alta shorty antenna.
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From: CT
you think the Alta is loud, have you heard the AGS? But even that pales in comparison to this:http://videos.streetfire.net/video/3...641ce3ce56.htm
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you think the Alta is loud, have you heard the AGS? But even that pales in comparison to this:http://videos.streetfire.net/video/3...641ce3ce56.htmI have heard the ags. I said it was the loudest out of the pack he was choosing...
....What ever happend to the FMIC idea?Jack
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From: Los Angeles
1. JCW with flap and plug because I don't like to hear the "whistle"
2. Alta if you can bear the "whistle" then you might as well hear the glorious supercharger sound.
3. M7 ddm if you want something in between, but imho it's neither this or that.
2. Alta if you can bear the "whistle" then you might as well hear the glorious supercharger sound.
3. M7 ddm if you want something in between, but imho it's neither this or that.
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That sounds exactly like 2 cats screaming before the fight.
you think the Alta is loud, have you heard the AGS? But even that pales in comparison to this:http://videos.streetfire.net/video/3...641ce3ce56.htm
you think the Alta is loud, have you heard the AGS? But even that pales in comparison to this:http://videos.streetfire.net/video/3...641ce3ce56.htm
5th Gear
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From: CT
The early version also had an issue with the couplings coming loose or tearing. this was because there was not enough play in them to accomodate the movement of the engine, fore and aft.
Last I heard, the issue was resolved with a different type of couplings.
I had also asked about possibly reintroducing this product, and was told that due to the price and lack of interest, it wouldn't be feasible to bring back.
I however would love to have one!
