505 Cold Air Box Round 2 *GB*

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Production is finally ready to begin on the new and improved 505 Cold Air Box. This version has all of the same benefits and features as the first gen boxes:

Benefits:

Lower intake air temps (testing shows average 5 degrees above ambient outside air temps, shielding your filter from the up to 180+ degree underhood temp)
No hydro-lock issues like every other Protege CAI
Much cleaner filter location than other CAI's, prolonging filter life and extending time between cleanings
Looks great under the hood (anodized black or silver finish is standard, also available bare if you want to do your own custom finish)

Boxes include:

Trim-Lok edging
Attached quarter-turn quick-release DZUS fasteners
IAT sensor port
Stainless steel mounting hardware

Piping kits include:

T6 aluminum piping
Silicone couplers
Clamps
Hose
Breather port
1" BPV port on turbo models (optional)


In addition to the above, the 2nd generation boxes are now designed to work with any BJ platform headlight! This means that you '99-'00 owners can now get in on the fun!



The overall shape has been changed a little bit from the original to eliminate the need for a specific box style depending on what headlight you have, so it now looks like this:

Full kits are available that include everything you need - box, filter, piping, and hardware. There are 4 different full kit styles available - N/A, MSP, and 3" turbo. Full 4" systems are custom (I will work with you and go over pictures to get you the best possible system for your setup).

- N/A uses 2.5" piping plumbed straight to the throttle body (with the MAF in the middle).
- MSP is for stock-ish setups that use the stock turbo and have the MAF on the intake pipe.
- 3" turbo is for setups that have a relocated or deleted MAF and a turbo with a 3" compressor inlet.
- 4" turbo is for setups that have a relocated or deleted MAF and a turbo with a 4" compressor inlet.

It is HIGHLY recommended that you relocate your MAF on the MSP setups. The piping and filter setup is MUCH better.

Individual pieces are also available- the Cold Air Box by itself if you want to fab your own piping, or piping kits if you want a quality lower-cost SRI setup without the box.


Options and Estimated Pricing:

Box only (3") = $209
Box (3") + filter = $229
Piping Kit only (N/A, MSP, 3") = $129
Piping Kit (N/A, MSP, 3") + filter = $149
Box + Piping Kit (N/A, 3") = $309
Box + Piping Kit (MSP) = $319
Full C.A.B. Kit (N/A, 3") = $329
Full C.A.B. Kit (MSP with relocated MAF) = $339
Full C.A.B. Kit (4", MSP with non-relocated MAF) = $359

* Final pricing will be announced before deposits are taken, but I do not expect these to go up much if any. If we get 20+ people it might be possible to bring pricing down.
**All prices do not include shipping. Actual shipping costs for your location will be due when your kit is ready to ship.
*** Custom upcharge options are available (within reason). Let me know if you want something different (no window, no A/C line cutouts, upgraded filter, etc) and I will see what I can do for you.


Deposits will be taken once the list hits 10 or more people, and production will then begin. Estimated time from deposit to delivery is 6-8 weeks.


Batch 2 is all sold out. Please PM me if you are interested in getting on the waiting list for batch 3.

1. Hammo - 4" kit, black, BPV yes *SHIPPED*
2. msp14 - 3" box + piping, black, BPV no *SHIPPED*
3. atlracer25 - MSP kit - black - BPV yes - relocated MAF *SHIPPED*
4. gangstagangsta- 3" kit - black - BPV no *SHIPPED*
5. Woody1969 - 3" box + filter - black - + additional windowless lid *SHIPPED*
6. mazdaastina1999 - Box only (3") - Black *BOXED*
7. ZealoustheEnder - Box + MSP Piping (relocated MAF) - BPV no *SHIPPED*
8. Linuxracr - 3" Box + piping - Black - BPV no *SHIPPED*
9. Anonymous - Box only - Black *SHIPPED*
10. Anonymous - Box only - Black *SHIPPED*
11. Anonymous - Full N/A Kit - Black *SHIPPED*

 

[P5_BizNis]

1. Hammo - 4" full kit for GTX3076R, Black, BPV Yes
2. msp14 - 3" box + piping for T3/T4E, black, BPV no
3. Gabi - msp 3" full kit (black). BPV yes
4. LinuxRacr - sedan - 3 inch piping - turbo - black - BPV = HELL NO!
5. atlracer25 - Full C.A.B. Kit (MSP, relocated MAF), silver, BPV yes
6. Boubou22 - Full MSP C.A.B Kit ( P5 headlight, no a/c cutout, Relocated MAF) silver, BPV yes
7.P5_Biznis - box only (black) P5 headlight.
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[gangstagangsta]

1. Hammo - 4" full kit for GTX3076R, Black, BPV Yes
2. msp14 - 3" box + piping for T3/T4E, black, BPV no
3. Gabi - msp 3" full kit (black). BPV yes
4. LinuxRacr - sedan - 3 inch piping - turbo - black - BPV = HELL NO!
5. atlracer25 - Full C.A.B. Kit (MSP, relocated MAF), silver, BPV yes
6. Boubou22 - Full MSP C.A.B Kit ( P5 headlight, no a/c cutout, Relocated MAF) silver, BPV yes
7.P5_Biznis - box only (black) P5 headlight.
8.Gangstagangsta- 3" full Kit Black BPV no
9.
10.

 

[i12drivemyMP5]

Thanks for posting the pic. Very nice job on the piping, that bay looks fantastic.

The fasteners you have actually are DZUS fasteners, they are just slotted instead of butterfly. I did those slotted ones for a few customers as a custom option in the first GB. The 2 styles are otherwise identical, so yes it is very possible to switch them. All that needs to be done is to drill out the old rivets holding the male side of the fastener, then rivet in the new one. The receiver (wire) side is the exact same on both.

Thanks, got all new black silicone couplers to match the Samco radiator hoses. One more question....Are the DZUS you used 7/16 x 1/2 ? Found 5 packs of domed, slotted, L handle and winged ones. Just wanted to make sure of the size.................

 

[callphy]

the clear plastic window needs some stronger glue, it falls off (could be the cold weather + hard engine mount)

 

[i12drivemyMP5]

the clear plastic window needs some stronger glue, it falls off (could be the cold weather + hard engine mount)

Look at post #18 above of mine, I added rivets at every corner to hold it in. Pushed it out apparently leaning on it with arm while fiddling with the piping connections. Drill the holes in 3 steps so you don't crack the glass.

 

[505zoom]

Thanks, got all new black silicone couplers to match the Samco radiator hoses. One more question....Are the DZUS you used 7/16 x 1/2 ? Found 5 packs of domed, slotted, L handle and winged ones. Just wanted to make sure of the size.................

I have the specs at home and will PM it to you tonight. I might even have a set or two of the butterflies stashed away, and if so would be willing to send you a set so you don't have to buy the 5-pack.

 

[505zoom]

As for the glass, I used a clear silicone on the first kits that a few people (including myself) have had issues with letting loose. I switched to a black silicone (ultra RTV) that holds up much better to the heat and vibration, and all future kits will use that. Mine has been running strong for a couple years now and is still solid, so I don't think rivets are totally necessary.

 

[i12drivemyMP5]

I have the specs at home and will PM it to you tonight. I might even have a set or two of the butterflies stashed away, and if so would be willing to send you a set so you don't have to buy the 5-pack.

That would be cool. As for the rivets, I just had them laying around and thought they kinda added to the lid and tied in with the other silver under the hood.

 

[gangstagangsta]

Bump the List: Only need 2 more people and we get our C.A.B.'s
1. Hammo - 4" full kit for GTX3076R, Black, BPV Yes
2. msp14 - 3" box + piping for T3/T4E, black, BPV no
3. Gabi - msp 3" full kit (black). BPV yes
4. LinuxRacr - sedan - 3 inch piping - turbo - black - BPV = HELL NO!
5. atlracer25 - Full C.A.B. Kit (MSP, relocated MAF), silver, BPV yes
6. Boubou22 - Full MSP C.A.B Kit ( P5 headlight, no a/c cutout, Relocated MAF) silver, BPV yes
7.P5_Biznis - box only (black) P5 headlight.
8.Gangstagangsta- 3" full Kit Black BPV no
9.
10.

 

[Rosskie]

When is the 505zoom fmic coming

 

[505zoom]

When is the 505zoom fmic coming

I won't say never, but I'm not really planning on it. If I made one I would insist on using either a Spearco WAVE core or a Garrett core, and those are both in the 600 dollar neighborhood with endtanks. Add in couplers/piping and my cost is already over 800 not including welding or finishing. I kinda doubt there are very many people left that are looking for a ~1k FMIC kit these days.

 

[505zoom]

UPDATE:

I had a 2nd gen box cut today down at waterjet for test fitting. Got it dropped off with my welder for assembly this afternoon and he is going to get it bent and welded as soon as possible. I should have it back from him before the weekend, and I'll test it for fitment right away.

I am not anticipating that any major adjustments will need to be made to the CAD design, as we traced the new template with a cool new digital pen/board thing they recently got, and then we overlaid the new drawing on top of the old drawing and kept all of the stuff that didn't need to be changed. I tightened up the A/C cutout a little bit and made the change for the headlight, other than that it is exactly the same as the old one.

So if all goes well with the test fit and we nailed it first try, I am going to go ahead and move this straight to production. I have 3 people from the FB groups that want a box, so we're technically at 11 so far and that will be enough to go ahead and run a batch. If we need some small tweaks to get it perfect I will try to get that knocked out next week, so at the latest we're going to get this GB officially rolling on the 23rd.

 

[Rosskie]

Spearco Intercooler 399, Garrette core 480. dang cores are spendy didnt think so

 

[Woody1969]

1. Hammo - 4" full kit for GTX3076R, Black, BPV Yes
2. msp14 - 3" box + piping for T3/T4E, black, BPV no
3. Gabi - msp 3" full kit (black). BPV yes
4. LinuxRacr - sedan - 3 inch piping - turbo - black - BPV = HELL NO!
5. atlracer25 - Full C.A.B. Kit (MSP, relocated MAF), silver, BPV yes
6. Boubou22 - Full MSP C.A.B Kit ( P5 headlight, no a/c cutout, Relocated MAF) silver, BPV yes
7.P5_Biznis - box only (black) P5 headlight.
8.Gangstagangsta- 3" full Kit Black BPV no
9.Woody1969 - 3" box + filter - silver with A/C
10.

I am assuming that silver is just raw aluminum?

 

[505zoom]

Spearco Intercooler 399, Garrette core 480. dang cores are spendy didnt think so

Yeah they are both really pricy these days.

 

[505zoom]

I am assuming that silver is just raw aluminum?

No the standard silver finish is clear anodized. I also offer it bare for anyone that wants to do their own finish.

 

[505zoom]

1. Hammo - 4" kit, black, BPV yes
2. msp14 - 3" box + piping, black, BPV no
3. Gabi - MSP 3" kit, black, BPV yes
4. LinuxRacr - 3" box + piping - black - BPV no
5. atlracer25 - MSP kit - silver - BPV yes - relocated MAF
6. Boubou22 - MSP kit - silver - BPV yes - no a/c cutout, relocated MAF
7. P5_Biznis - box only - black
8. Gangstagangsta- 3" kit - black - BPV no
9. Woody1969 - 3" box + filter - silver
10.

 

[505zoom]

For reference, here is what the anodized pieces look like:

Clear:

Black:

 

[Woody1969]

Please change mine to black and I would also like to add a solid lid so I can decide which one I like better after I get it installed, thanks.

 

[505zoom]

1. Hammo - 4" kit, black, BPV yes
2. msp14 - 3" box + piping, black, BPV no
3. Gabi - MSP 3" kit, black, BPV yes
4. LinuxRacr - 3" box + piping - black - BPV no
5. atlracer25 - MSP kit - silver - BPV yes - relocated MAF
6. Boubou22 - MSP kit - silver - BPV yes - no a/c cutout, relocated MAF
7. P5_Biznis - box only - black
8. Gangstagangsta- 3" kit - black - BPV no
9. Woody1969 - 3" box + filter - black - + additional windowless lid
10.