So I just installed the HAI in replacement of the PCAI. I have yet to drop a K&N filter into the PCAI so the comparason isnt going to be perfect. I did notice a difference between the two. The HAI seems to pull a little stronger down low, but doesnt seem to let the engine breathe as much up high. Granted these are all just assumptions, but I now have the final piece needed for the dyno.

I will be dynoing in this order.

1. Stock
2. PCAI w/ stock filter
3. PCAI w/ K&N drop in filter
4. HAI filter.

I missed the dyno day due to work, but I am going to schedule another dyno w/in the next week or two.

-Jake

 

prety intresting ...

as you could just be done here on nam....

 

One more variation that I'm trying out.

1540 K&N clamped onto the stock hose, - the top of the stock box, w/ rear wall removed. I used a flathead screw/type clamp and put the stock intake into the 1540, then clamped it down. It snugs right up.

 

Excellent! Looking forward to your results and observations.

 

I got out the dremel today & fashioned my own CAI. I cut an approx. 3" x 6" rectangle from the back of the stock mcs air cleaner base & then a corresponding hole in the wall. I used adhesive-backed weatherstripping to join & insulate and join the openings. With the lid on you cannot see the modification.
It turned out quieter than I expected, but that may be due to the stock element I'm using. There is only slightly more sound under light load, but the whine is more pronounced when you get on it. It seems a little faster (of course) but I can't say for sure. I just replaced S-lites with some light 15s a few days ago & I'm still adjusting to the difference.
I had a Rogue previously & before that a BMP. Both of those made more noise (especially the BMP). Did they make more power? Maybe, but not enough to matter to me.
I like the fact that the mod is invisible & that the sound is less obvious. Oh, and the price is tough to beat!
I will replace the filter eventually just to see if anything changes.

Bodinski

 

Swapped the stock element for a K&N panel (thanks Drewmon!) & I think it's almost as loud as the rogue was. Sounds good, runs good, looks stock. If I want it quiet, I can go back to paper. Dig it.

 

A creative new mod, the inventor hasn't made any wild unsubstantiated claims, and has no financial interest in the mod. And he's willing to dyno it to boot!

This is what it's all about. Look forward to the results.

 

you have to be kidding me...that is so stupid....why...why ....why...would you even think of doing that..flip over the intake box....if you can afford to by the mini in the first place then im sure you can afford 200 bucks for a good CAI or a hot air intake....thats sad

BATES

 

It's something we all can afford and easily replacable if it doesn't work out. Great Idea!!! Post results ASAP. I'll be trying that this weekend.

 

you have to be kidding me...that is so stupid....why...why ....why...would you even think of doing that..buy aftermarket parts....if you can afford to by the mini in the first place then im sure you can afford 6000 bucks for a JCW kit ....thats sad

 

Bates,

I have a HAI that I'm using as a comparison, and I've pondered spending $200 on a CAI, but thought that I might find some of the same results by using my brain rather than blindly digging into my wallet.

As stated previously in the post, some of the Honda drivers in the Speedvision Cup have used a mod just like this one in their racecars, not because they couldn't afford a real CAI, but the found the difference between an open stock air box, and a CAI not worth spending money on.

The fact that you don't understand what would drive someone to do this leads me to believe you need to spend more of your time in the appearance forum...because stuff like this is obviously beyond you.

-Jake


On another note, my wife decided to take 2 summer classes...so my Dyno money went towards a higher cause. Should happen w/in a couple weeks.

 

Hey how did that 1540 K&N work out? I really like how that looks and I really want to try it out. What is supporting the filter?

 

Any results yet?


Also This would be considered STOCK correct which is great fro mthe autocrosser who runs in G-Stock (no parts removed just installed upside down right?). Ingenuity

 

Saw a reference to this thread in another thread, and I see that over 4 months later, still no update? Was the dyno run ever done?

 

i love how the person who makes fun of your ingenuity has a "minimadness" pic at the bottom of his profile.... i wonder if he sells a CAI... oh well, congrats on "using your head" and i would love to hear how it works out

Cheers!

 

I would also be curious about how this turned out. Sounds like a great idea.

drewffff

 

When I read this I thought, "Wow, that is really snobby." Then I saw that d6-mcs is from Kirkland. That's hilarious. (Kirkland=official snob capitol of Washington) Man, its perfect.

Yes, some people do still think before they spend money. Not in Kirkland though (you spelt BUY wrong BY the way) . I really wish someone else on this thread was from the Seattle area and could share in this humor. Its funny.

Nice thinking Coop d'etat. Next thing you know d6-mcs will be paying someone else to do the same thing to his MINI. I admire your ingenuity.

 

So did anyone ever get any dyno results on this project? Just a wondering....i know its almost been a year

 

That works like flipping the circular filter cover on my high school bud's '68 GTO. More noise, a little more airflow. The noise was great, butt dyno numbers count, and the pertinent performance number is, indeed, $0. It's also completely reversible!

 

Flipping the airbox is cool. Neat idea.

Maybe it works, maybe not.

Completely reversible mod? Priceless as they say.

Be creative. Don't be like everyone else.

Flip over your steering wheel (or something) and drive.

Put your left directional wheels on your right and vice versa.
Hey if you only drive in reverse then you are pointing the wheels in the "right" direction for the tread! Ever thought of that??

Drive on two wheels- on purpose of course.

 

the 15's must be awsome .my car is trying to rip my 16's right off . handles good too i'll bet.

 

why buy the cow if you can....well you know the rest . ; or do you?