CAI/SRI options

[tunersteve]

Tunersteve, can you comment on my statements above? You guys are my lifeline here.

I am under the impression I would have to go with the Cobb turbo inlet, Cobb AP, and I think there was something else... maybe a downpipe ... in order to get the full potential of the Cobb CAI.

I understand that you're really going to magnify any CAI with those modifications but it seemed that people weren't getting the gains they thought they would on the Cobb without doing what I said above.

Oh, and the weather in northern Missouri is generally very erratic. Lots and lots of rain usually. This will be my year-round vehicle, so if there are members with the hydro shield, splash guard, and other items and they're not working for them... that's something I'll need to take into account.

You don't need to go all Cobb to get the best gains. You might want to consider modding the car, then getting an e-tune from Cobb with your parts installed to fine tune your maps.

Yes, the MS CAI claims to gain close to 30hp, but the difference between the SRI and CAI are negligible to some. As you said, I'm not out to make huge power for this car, but something spirited and quicker than stock.

MI weather is awful, it changes without warning. My issue with the MS CAI is that it's just a little too risky. I will say, however, that since I put the splash shield on, I haven't had an issue. My rationale for a SRI is that I will be getting the AP shortly, and although theyve tuned maps for the MS CAI, they seem to have better luck with the Cobb SRI, naturally.

[Blendercloud]

That sounds fair enough. Plus, the Cobb is half the price of the MS. Does anyone happen to know the upcoming release date of the CP-E CAI?

I'm enjoying the car so far. I actually made a trip back from Kansas City on half a tank and pulled 28.5 mpg cumulative for the tank after that (on 91 octane since they don't have 93 in KC). I'm thinking with 93 octane, a fixed BPV, and a CAI/SRI I could have probably hit 30-31mpg.

I really can't wait for that engine mount though. It's like punishment now driving it knowing that you can fix that engine whiplash so cheaply.

[Meydron]

I can't remember if my old car was modded when i took it in or not. But i had an MSP and the radio went out like 3K miles before warranty was up and they replaced it, then like a week later my manifold was warped and they replaced it too. Never asked me a single question other than if i wanted a rental car or not.

[MShreve]

I didn't want to thread jack Blendercloud's "New Member" thread, so I started a new one.

Have you seen Corksports cold air box? They designed it for their SRI intake, but you may be able to modify it (or build your own) for the Cobb SRI.

It's basically just a resin box that sits over the SRI to expose the intake to colder air without having to have the filter down inside the fender.

[amilliems6]

You don't need to go all Cobb to get the best gains. You might want to consider modding the car, then getting an e-tune from Cobb with your parts installed to fine tune your maps.

Yes, the MS CAI claims to gain close to 30hp, but the difference between the SRI and CAI are negligible to some. As you said, I'm not out to make huge power for this car, but something spirited and quicker than stock.

MI weather is awful, it changes without warning. My issue with the MS CAI is that it's just a little too risky. I will say, however, that since I put the splash shield on, I haven't had an issue. My rationale for a SRI is that I will be getting the AP shortly, and although theyve tuned maps for the MS CAI, they seem to have better luck with the Cobb SRI, naturally.


i agree with tunersteve thats y i got my cobb sri and its working great for me

[amilliems6]

lol whats ur question

[MShreve]

lol whats ur question

No question.

Just a continuation of a conversation from another thread...as stated in the OP.

He was talking about how he feels that the MS CAI is risky for wet MI weather and was thinking of switching to the Cobb SRI because of that and other reasons. This option gives most of the benefits of a CAI without the risk of the filter getting waterlogged.

[tunersteve]

Thanks for starting a thread without me lol.

I'm still deciding right now what to do. Don't get me wrong, the CAI is awesome from April to Oct., but there are things I don't like, which I mentioned in the other thread.

- It's a known fact that our cars like straight air. The LTFT's that I get with my TIP and the CAI just get wild. Plus/minus 10% is about what you want, but I see some wild readings from time to time. I'd like to compare them to a similar setup to mine, but with the SRI instead.

- I just won an Accessport from Cobb, so I'll be running that in a week or so. Tuning with the SRI will give me more map options to choose from.

- In the winter months, I don't have to worry about any water getting on the filter. Yes, it's subjected to warmer underhood temps, but the peace of mind is worth it.

[tunersteve]

I merged the applicable posts from the other thread over here.

[Blendercloud]

Due to a significant mathematical error on my part, I paid less than half the sales tax I thought I was going to have to pay. In light of that, I just purchased the Cobb SRI. Half the money anyway...

[amilliems6]

Thanks for starting a thread without me lol.



- I just won an Accessport from Cobb, so I'll be running that in a week or so. Tuning with the SRI will give me more map options to choose from.


what do u mean u won it?

[tunersteve]

what do u mean u won it?

http://blogs.cobbtuning.com/

[Super Shredder]

i have the full cobb intake system and all my wildest dreams have come true lol sound, performance, 1st and 2nd gear are fool proof, 2000rpm has become powerful and way less laggy, and shifts up top are really inspiring. cant wait to put in the short shifter to make everything robotic.

[MShreve]

I've been eyeballing Cobb's TIP for a few weeks now. After seeing the stock TIP while installing the CAI it could definitely use some improvement.

If I'd thought about it a little longer I would have bought the Cobb TIP and SRI together for the same price as the MS CAI. But I was fixated on warranty coverage at the time. Oh well.

[tunersteve]

I've been eyeballing Cobb's TIP for a few weeks now. After seeing the stock TIP while installing the CAI it could definitely use some improvement.

If I'd thought about it a little longer I would have bought the Cobb TIP and SRI together for the same price as the MS CAI. But I was fixated on warranty coverage at the time. Oh well.

The TIP after installing for the first time is a 30 minute install/removal. Once you do it initially, its very quick to get out after you disconnect a few brackets and couplers from the stock TIP. If you're that worried for warranty purposes, it's a breeze to remove.

Besides, I wouldn't worry unless you have a problem with your turbo. If you're going in for an oil change, you should be fine.

[MShreve]

http://blogs.cobbtuning.com/

You won an AP for betting on some guys mustache!?!?
Gratz!

[tunersteve]

You won an AP for betting on some guys mustache!?!?
Gratz!

Pretty much. It was so easy, a caveman could do it!

[amilliems6]

http://blogs.cobbtuning.com/

excuse my french and dont take this personal but..

your a mother fucker, im so jealous (chair)

[tunersteve]

http://www.nathanwilson.com/codeigniter2x/core/nathanwilson/images/why/hater_tots.jpg

[Blendercloud]

Does the Cobb TIP for MS3 fit the MS6? I just want to make sure before I order it today (lol @ peer pressure from Super Shredder). I tried to order directly from Cobb, but their website checkout is jacked up right now.

[tunersteve]

The inlet pipe is universal for the MS3/MS6.

[amilliems6]

http://www.nathanwilson.com/codeigniter2x/core/nathanwilson/images/why/hater_tots.jpg

lol yea im hating man. i want one but soo much $