Mods: CPE nano, HKS ssqv (recirc)
Inlet:
Came boxed nicely, only thing missing was some vacuum line for the boost solenoid, but that wasnt a big deal since i just took some from work. I did wipe out the insides to remove any dust and dirt. PG even through in a set of mazda valve caps which was cool and unexpected.
Product quality was great
Fitment:
Didnt fit 100% EXACTLY like the OE piece, but was good enough that it didnt run into any install issues with it not lining up with anything.
Install tips:
definitely install the coupler on the turbo first before you put the inlet on. Bolt the inlet onto the mount and slide it into the coupler and it will just fall into place.
For removing the vacuum line for the solenoid: take your time. Dont yank or pull on the line. use a small flathead and work the hose off. I found it easiest to maximize your room was to remove it off the inlet first and than the solenoid. that way you dont have the hose in the way. Use the flathead on the bottom of the hose and break the "seal" so you can slowly push the hose off. By seal I mean that once the hose starts moving, it comes off pretty easy.
Impressions:
The turbo is definitely much louder. The spool is audible at even slight throttle, and it definitely spools up much faster.
At speed it seems to recover boost much quicker as well.
When the HKS valve is run in recirc it makes a notable flutter sound. With the PG inlet, that flutter turns into a hoot (but with a flutter). Its much louder than the stock inlet. The sound also deepens and sounds more hollow (as a result of the metal pipe)
For the price its a bargain. Great fitment, easy install, and great results.
Inlet:
Came boxed nicely, only thing missing was some vacuum line for the boost solenoid, but that wasnt a big deal since i just took some from work. I did wipe out the insides to remove any dust and dirt. PG even through in a set of mazda valve caps which was cool and unexpected.
Product quality was great
Fitment:
Didnt fit 100% EXACTLY like the OE piece, but was good enough that it didnt run into any install issues with it not lining up with anything.
Install tips:
definitely install the coupler on the turbo first before you put the inlet on. Bolt the inlet onto the mount and slide it into the coupler and it will just fall into place.
For removing the vacuum line for the solenoid: take your time. Dont yank or pull on the line. use a small flathead and work the hose off. I found it easiest to maximize your room was to remove it off the inlet first and than the solenoid. that way you dont have the hose in the way. Use the flathead on the bottom of the hose and break the "seal" so you can slowly push the hose off. By seal I mean that once the hose starts moving, it comes off pretty easy.
Impressions:
The turbo is definitely much louder. The spool is audible at even slight throttle, and it definitely spools up much faster.
At speed it seems to recover boost much quicker as well.
When the HKS valve is run in recirc it makes a notable flutter sound. With the PG inlet, that flutter turns into a hoot (but with a flutter). Its much louder than the stock inlet. The sound also deepens and sounds more hollow (as a result of the metal pipe)
For the price its a bargain. Great fitment, easy install, and great results.
