Juben
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Intake details:
Okay guys and gals, I received my intake today and didn't do anything else until after I had gotten it installed, lol. First, I must say that this intake is just as beautiful in person as it is in the pictures that Adam posted. This intake pipe just screams quality. From the one-piece design to the metal sensor bungs, MAP did everything correctly to make sure this intake is on point.
I actually almost bought the FFTec intake the day I saw this intake pre-sale posted and I'm so glad that I held off those few extra hours. I was stuck in my decision between the FFTec and MMR. Now, I'll say that both of those intakes appear to be nice intakes, but both of them had compromises that came with them (to me).
Here's what I wanted in a CAI for my EBM: one-piece intake, fender mounted (instead of engine mounted), filter placement in the inner fender where it'd get a larger volume of cooler air, great quality and construction, and to be able to install it from the engine bay (vs. removing the wheel and inner fender). The MAP intake checked every box, and when I saw it, I immediately ordered it because it was a no-brainer at that point. Not only did the aforementioned impress me, but the data and information that Adam provided on their testing and results really showed the care and attention to detail that they place into their products.
Also, I forgot to mention this above, this intake has an awesome sound. You can hear the turbo spool and the BPV venting into the intake tract very, very clearly. It's not annoying by any means, but you'll know it's not stock.
Customer Service details:
If you think that the quality and attention to detail in MAP's products are stellar, then the customer service will really blow you away. They go out of their way to be helpful. Every single time I contacted Adam, whether it be through Facebook, email, etc., he always replied super quick. I don't take things like that lightly because I'm sure he's a busy man and to put forth that kind of effort really speaks volumes about MAP's customer service. He always did everything that he said he'd do when he said he'd do it. He was very honest and transparent about anything I wanted to know and always gave in-depth replies...not like these little one liners that's meant to just try to answer you and get you out of the queue. To sum up everything I've just said, they've really impressed me time and time again.
Installation details:
I don't intend this to be a how-to, but rather just some general pointers from my install. First, if you have some electric power tools (like in their video), use them. It wasn't hard without them, but with them, it'd have been a 10 minute job. Second, the IAT sensor hole is a snug fit, so make sure it's pressed all of the way in. I'd highly suggest installing it before placing the intake in the engine bay to ensure that it's in there good, then when you install the intake, just take care to make sure you don't bump or bang it on anything. Otherwise, this install is really straightforward and easy to do in 15-20 minutes. I'll link their install video below at the bottom of this post.
Additional details:
I'll be doing some testing of my own soon with the stock airbox vs. this CAI. It's been rainy and nasty today and snow is being forecasted for the remainder of the week, so I'll try to update this thread over the coming weeks to show some independent testing. I plan to compare results for each at idle, 60 mph (steady), 0-60 WOT, and extended driving (40-60 miles).
Pictures:
Just a glamour shot:
BPV hose port:
Vacuum hose port:
Turbo inlet pipe adapter:
IAT sensor bung:
Installation video:
[ame]
Purchase link:
MA Performance CAI
Okay guys and gals, I received my intake today and didn't do anything else until after I had gotten it installed, lol. First, I must say that this intake is just as beautiful in person as it is in the pictures that Adam posted. This intake pipe just screams quality. From the one-piece design to the metal sensor bungs, MAP did everything correctly to make sure this intake is on point.
I actually almost bought the FFTec intake the day I saw this intake pre-sale posted and I'm so glad that I held off those few extra hours. I was stuck in my decision between the FFTec and MMR. Now, I'll say that both of those intakes appear to be nice intakes, but both of them had compromises that came with them (to me).
Here's what I wanted in a CAI for my EBM: one-piece intake, fender mounted (instead of engine mounted), filter placement in the inner fender where it'd get a larger volume of cooler air, great quality and construction, and to be able to install it from the engine bay (vs. removing the wheel and inner fender). The MAP intake checked every box, and when I saw it, I immediately ordered it because it was a no-brainer at that point. Not only did the aforementioned impress me, but the data and information that Adam provided on their testing and results really showed the care and attention to detail that they place into their products.
Also, I forgot to mention this above, this intake has an awesome sound. You can hear the turbo spool and the BPV venting into the intake tract very, very clearly. It's not annoying by any means, but you'll know it's not stock.
Customer Service details:
If you think that the quality and attention to detail in MAP's products are stellar, then the customer service will really blow you away. They go out of their way to be helpful. Every single time I contacted Adam, whether it be through Facebook, email, etc., he always replied super quick. I don't take things like that lightly because I'm sure he's a busy man and to put forth that kind of effort really speaks volumes about MAP's customer service. He always did everything that he said he'd do when he said he'd do it. He was very honest and transparent about anything I wanted to know and always gave in-depth replies...not like these little one liners that's meant to just try to answer you and get you out of the queue. To sum up everything I've just said, they've really impressed me time and time again.
Installation details:
I don't intend this to be a how-to, but rather just some general pointers from my install. First, if you have some electric power tools (like in their video), use them. It wasn't hard without them, but with them, it'd have been a 10 minute job. Second, the IAT sensor hole is a snug fit, so make sure it's pressed all of the way in. I'd highly suggest installing it before placing the intake in the engine bay to ensure that it's in there good, then when you install the intake, just take care to make sure you don't bump or bang it on anything. Otherwise, this install is really straightforward and easy to do in 15-20 minutes. I'll link their install video below at the bottom of this post.
Additional details:
I'll be doing some testing of my own soon with the stock airbox vs. this CAI. It's been rainy and nasty today and snow is being forecasted for the remainder of the week, so I'll try to update this thread over the coming weeks to show some independent testing. I plan to compare results for each at idle, 60 mph (steady), 0-60 WOT, and extended driving (40-60 miles).
Pictures:
Just a glamour shot:
BPV hose port:
Vacuum hose port:
Turbo inlet pipe adapter:
IAT sensor bung:
Installation video:
[ame]
Purchase link:
MA Performance CAI
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