RiceeatingSHO
Travis R
Our intakes are very well designed...the one for the Colorado was not, however and gains of 17.9 hp with a K&N have been proven. With these cars, I think we are looking at far less but it can still be improved upon, I'm sure.
Cold Air Intake
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yzstud
< my kawi
where have these gains been proven?
do u know someone that has personally dynoed one?
or are u just running off of a k&n claimed #'s
btw, the cai looks nice, i would be interested
droptSHO
SHO Member
Looks great. Definitely interested.
icemaneric
SHO Member
That's a sweet CAI kit
. I would definitely be interested.
Keep us posted on availability and keep up the good work
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. I would definitely be interested.Keep us posted on availability and keep up the good work
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RiceeatingSHO
Travis R
K&N Dyno graphs. It's not the "at least 20 hp" thing or anything.
platoribs
Live to Drive
I look at projects like this from fellow enthusiasts, and their willingness to share their handiwork as a privilage. That they would be willing to produce extra's after they have fulfilled their own needs is comendable. I would not expect nor really care what the dyno results were (I can't imagine it REDUCING performance) givin that I would want something custom under the hood.
I've got boxes of stuff and parts on my cars that have not been "proven" to produce results just because I liked the looks or the concept. Those who have tighter budgets or who are more dedicated to only adding proven improvements probably have experienced less in the way of what if I do this or that. I like to play that game so I don't require as much from someone who makes a custom piece that looks great and probably(?) helps performance. On the other hand if ILLSHOU were trying to make more $ off me I reckon I might be more picky, but @ $100-200.00 I do not think he's making very much for his time.
With that said I'll prolly take two! :wave:
RiceeatingSHO
Travis R
Seriously, some of us can't just throw money at out cars like that. We, most likely, has a certain amount set aside for our cars and want it to go toward something that we know is worth it. If I had the money I would probably do that too though.
SHO GoDz 89
True Sleeper
You're right. Some people can't just spend their money on something that isn't gaurunteed to function as advertized.
With that said, I would gladly pay $200 for this CAI to replace the SHO Source one I bought a month ago.
Why? Because (this is my opinion) the kit that Sho Source is selling seems cheaply made. It doesn't sit right, and it is too much of PITA to get in with that solid pipe.
I fixed that problem
Now since illSHOyou is taking some time and getting opinions from people, he is taking a better approach. I can't wait to see what the finished product will be and I will buy one the first day they go on sale.
I hope everything goes good for you, very nice work man
Thanks for the reply's guys, and like so many have mention its the attempt to make a allready good system better. The best way to attempt that is to finer detail a product. I believe that the stock ribbed hose promotes turbulence so I went with a smooth bore hose. The stainless steel filter is see through when you hold it against the light, there is absolutely no restriction there. This cone filter also features a phase plug in the front, I liked to think it has similar operation to a phase plug on a speaker. Less turbulence in the center opening. The rest of the filter has nice round corners. The seal of the intake is 100%, no way in **** air from the engine bay will be drawn in.
These are just some few examples.
This CAN system is currently on my Focus ST 2006. This car with only this system to ram air ran a best 15.4. Magazine stats call for 1/4 in the 16.1
I really dont think I would think twice about running my Focus to a stock SHO. At least from a dig.
These are just some few examples.
This CAN system is currently on my Focus ST 2006. This car with only this system to ram air ran a best 15.4. Magazine stats call for 1/4 in the 16.1
I really dont think I would think twice about running my Focus to a stock SHO. At least from a dig.
RiceeatingSHO
Travis R
illSHOyou;910212 I have run this setup for 2 months. 4in of rain in like 30 minutes. No hydrolock.[/QUOTE said:
Just a really out there idea. It isn't one of those things that people will accept, and not anytime soon. Just a intriging idea of helping engine pumping losses with stored energy in batteries, not to be confused with 12v car batteries. Lightweight model airplane battery packs in the 60+ volt range, or even higher ...120 volts.
The idea is only under full throttle the electric fan would help push air into the engine, not really pressurize it like a turbo, but perhaps like a good ram air system at 180+ mph. Maybe even better who knows?
pitaSHO
Why do I do this to myself?
Gauging Interest in CAI group buy. Pricing should be in the $100.00-$200.00 range depending on number interested. The filter is heat sheild and cool air is drawn through the fender hole by means of a velocity stack. The stainless steel construction is very elegant, rust resistant, and can be powdercoated. Some of you may ask why not plastic? Stainless steel is more durable given its metal nature and therefore can be made thinner than plastic optimizing volume in the cone area. Thermal coatings can be applied for the serious minded people.
The kit:
Cotton or Stainless Steel 6 inch filter. Stainless Steel Canister. 45 Degree Hose w/Polish heavy duty bolt clamp. Fender Velocity Stack.
Kit should work with any current MAF setup.
A prototype system is on a fellow SHO members car right now. "St. Louis SHO" Please feel free to ask opinions on the system.
The system offers the convinence of easy maintance. Lower dirt exposure compared to fender style systems. Engineered to provide the highest flow than any other system. The MAF and Cone filter are allowed to move within the canister as the engine torques due to its non-rigid construction.
Intake removal should consist of simply undoing the throttle body clamp, pulling the plug off the MAF/Cold Air Sensor, and a quick pin on the side mount. <----Last part yet to be determined...?
I will build the second prototype of the unit next weekend. Any input on design would be much appreciated...
Right then...Whos interested...?
Is there a way to put a few tabs for some short sheet metal screws where it connects to the inner fender? That way it will be held in place and sealed a little better. Looks good. I like the stainless look better than plastic.
RiceeatingSHO
Travis R
Is there a way to put a few tabs for some short sheet metal screws where it connects to the inner fender? That way it will be held in place and sealed a little better. Looks good. I like the stainless look better than plastic.
That seems like a good idear...
pitaSHO
Why do I do this to myself?
Also, while I'm at it, it appears that there is no give anywhere at any of the connections. Going back to fastening it to the inner fender, if that happens, it will probably get torn off anyway. It appears that there is a hard connection at the TB and at the MAF. Is there a way to get a silicone coupler at these connections to give a little flex? Otherwise it looks like it will be a rigid connection from the motor to the inner fender.
time to r&d on a 3rd gen
I was going to R&D on you v8 guy's anyway, you joined the St. Louis SHO group, not like you can hide, I know people who can find you.
O and its going to happen
