I'm not a "show" kind of guy, but when it comes down to 1-2hp or less difference, I'd go with the nice/quality/cheap option. The money you save could buy you another mod, like a crank pulley or something.

 

the difference between the injen, aem, and randoms special was 1hp between them from the dyno test back in 03

just buy a ebay one, get a k&n for it and pocket the rest of the cash

your not gonna even notice 1 hp

 

That's what I'm saying. The difference, for all we know, could be due to dyno irregularities, or heat soak......

Save yourself $100-150 by getting a cheaper CAI, and use the money to buy an OBX crank pulley and 1.8L intake cam. You'll see a nice drop in 1/4 times with those 3 cheap and easy mods.

 

The AEM made 12whp. I believe the next best was the Random at 9whp and Injen at 9whp also (but less under the curve). The Random Special wasn't commercially available though.

 

it was commercially available....you just had to go to pepboys laugh.gif

 

i love my AEM intake, but wish i wouldve spent the money on a cheaper intake, or a homemade WAI...the price is a little to steep IMO

 

"The AEM made 12whp. I believe the next best was the Random at 9whp and Injen at 9whp also (but less under the curve). The Random Special wasn't commercially available though."

Dammit!!!! I just got an Injen intake today!!! Wish I would have got the AEM and it was 20 bucks cheaper!

 

at least you dont gotta worry about puddles now

 

^ haha exactly! tongue.gif Or cutting your fender well lining.