Anybody ownes/familiar this Cold Air Intake (K&N pipe version)

[SmokeyTheBandit]

Im thinking of copying this one from some pipes. But unfortunately this is a pretty rare one, i can find no info on it here or anywhere else on the great web. Or anything similar used on a 172 or 182.

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So is anybody familiar with this one.
Theoretically its better than allot of others because the filter is behind the bumper and under the headlight. So it sucks the air in at the sweet spot. This is especially interesting for the ph1 owners with the holes in the bumper from the originale intake pipes wich are right there.

Obviously this thing is absurdly overpriced at around 200 Pounds, and can be created from some universal cai kits for allot less.

 

[Craigus]

Stick with the standard box on a PH1 for performance, unless it is just the noise and loss in power you want?

 

[Joe#]

Wouldn't it get wet there though?

 

[SmokeyTheBandit]

Well i have placed a better/slightly larger battery and because of that i cannot get the two hoses connected to the airbox anymore.
It could get a bit wet there but i could also cut some smaller pipe so it will be a bit higher but still in the same space for the (technically better airflow).

But i have to say, my father got a AEM CAI in his car. Sounds absolutely epic. Worth it for me :evil:

 

[Craigus]

I would rather adapt the OEM setup to be honest.

 

[mitch1503]

always thought these typhoon kits were stupidly priced and were probs shite tbh

 

[Dan519]

That looks pretty awesome to me actually

 

[Dan519]

Stick with the standard box on a PH1 for performance, unless it is just the noise and loss in power you want?

just to pick a big hole in this, I've personally removed a ph1 box, and fitted a Ktec induction kit and gained 8bhp. so you definitely won'tlose power, and the length of that pipe in the picture will give a big chunk of torque

 

[davo172]

Cup racers all run ph1 airboxes with modified feed , that tells you all you need to know.

 

[Dan519]

Cup racers all run ph1 airboxes with modified feed , that tells you all you need to know.

Only says one thing. that they have to because of the rules.

 

[SmokeyTheBandit]

All i needed to know Dan
The ktec induction kit is even getting feeded in the engine compartment, this should only get/be better

 

[SmokeyTheBandit]

If you guys are interested ill post some pix and results in this topic when installed

 

[SmokeyTheBandit]

Turns out that this K&N intake is not Tuv approved for Europe, and only sold in US/UK .......

Install instructions : http://www.knfilters.com/instructions/69-7800_inst.pdf
Specs : http://www.knfilters.com/search/product.aspx?Prod=69-7800TS

FYI

 

[Clio172T]

I'd like to see it Installed!

 

[maudy]

ditto, i've got a filter and just measuring up the pipes too. In the process of doing this..... would be good to compare.

 

[SmokeyTheBandit]

Ok ! Just to clarify, im not going to buy the k&n one way to expensive.
I am going to build it from two of these universal cai kits. (you need two because of the bends and length)

Ill replace the filter with a decent one (pipercross/green/K&N) when its all up and running.

 

[SmokeyTheBandit]

ditto, i've got a filter and just measuring up the pipes too. In the process of doing this..... would be good to compare.

Ok show the goods and install when its finished

 

[SmokeyTheBandit]

Well all is in and mounted in the car.
1st impressions, sound is insane when accelerating ..... kinda screams. Realy awesome sound !
Made some quick pictures from the engine bay. The filter is next to the horn under the headlight.

Looks :

Need to finish it off, with some mounting brackets and remove the strap bracket from the original filter.

 

[Jay_G]

Very well done mate! Looks good!

Would you mind linking the kits you bought? Any videos?

 

[SmokeyTheBandit]

Very well done mate! Looks good!

Would you mind linking the kits you bought? Any videos?

Ill make a video of it today when driving home, prepare to hear the devil scream :evil:
I made this from two of these kits : http://www.ebay.de/itm/Cold-Air-Int..._Autoteile&hash=item4ab4d71ee2#ht_3276wt_1083

 

[Silent_Scone]

There's a much better alternative with individual intakes pointing directly to the airflow. Makes the car awesome

 

[SmokeyTheBandit]

Well i made a clip with sound, but to be honest this doesn't do the intake justice.
I'm going to make a new one tommorow from the outside, that should make a hell of a difference

 

[John Gordon]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpL0B-5DBvo


Sound anything like this???

 

[Wick]

^ I like that I know I shouldn't lol! Brings out my inner hooligan.

 

[Adamm.]

Can I ask why the need for a larger battery?

 

[Dan519]

Can I ask why the need for a larger battery?

looks like an 065 to me. Not unusual, although no need for bigger than an 063

 

[Adamm.]

What's the benefits only reason I can see is for a big sound system maybe?

 

[Dan519]

you're over thinking it, some clios just have one size fitted, other have the other

 

[John Gordon]

A bigger battery is fitted to reduce oversteer.....

think about it, lol

 

[yeecup]

How does the car drive now, does it feel better/worse?

 

[SmokeyTheBandit]

These are high quality battery's, widly used for high quality audio.
Gives more stable performance in all circumstances.

Didn't got a choice regarding the size, i bought it from a mate.