So the DDM intake for the Mini S only takes air from the front cowl? Would there be much of a performance gap between that one and the JCW (since the JCW takes from the cowl and hood scoop)?

I want an intake that is very VERY quiet, so that's why I'm thinking of the two. I just didn't know if you're selling yourself short with the DDM and only getting half the air.

Also, I wonder why not too many people mention the Dinan intake. It seems cheap, and I'm used to Dinan being such a respected name with BMW performance parts.

--Tim

 

Doing more research, I think the Dinan might be for me! But someone mentioned recently that the filters are being discontinued. True? Concern?

 

Yup, looks like they are long gone. So I guess if any of you want to trade in your JCW CAI, let me know ha ha

 

Go with the JCW if you want quiet.

 

Gotcha. Thanks

 

You could also look into getting a more free-flowing foam panel filter for your stock airbox. People generally want more noise, supercharger whine, and throttle response with intakes, any power gained is secondary. I am not sure how much of a gain if any there will be with the foam panel. It should be a great improvement in flow and efficiency, though. Plus you can wash and reuse the foam element.

 

If you can get a used (or new) Dinian intake, there are K&N filters that fit well....

 

I'm a big fan of the K&N filter. Most people that I'm acquainted with that race or have performance cars use K&N. These filters give long-term performance that doesn't degrade quickly. I'm using the Ultrik CAI from MiniMania, but as long as the CIA uses K&N, I don't think you will be disappointed. BTW: K&N filters are fairly quiet too.

 

The DDM isn't cowl only. I helped a friend install one on his and it also has draws air from the front grill along with the cowl.

 

I sell both and either one can be quiet. If you want to make the DDM intake quieter you can just leave the plastic divider/firewall panel in. That's where most of the noise comes into the passenger compartment. I've done this for a couple girls that were sensitive to noise but wanted power. The JCW intake isn't a bad choice, just cost a little more.