Which CAI?

[2015 Silver GT]

Maybe something like a Lund FF tune is a better add?

Absolutely

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[Sasuketr]

1- Injen Intake
2- Stock Intake
3- Steeda Intake (Without Restrictor & Tune)

 

[Bluemustang]

Absolutely

Any dangers from running E85?

 

[HISSMAN]

Any dangers from running E85?

Greater likelihood of getting a speeding ticket.

 

[Mike02z]

Any dangers from running E85?

You'll use a lot more of it than 93 octane gas but that is the only downside if you have access to E85.

 

[Rambl3r]

Steeda is the best looking IMO.

 

[4V Mayhem]

Maybe I'll just get a drop in filter since I am still on the stock Motorcraft air filter since I bought the car.

Maybe something like a Lund FF tune is a better add?

You could do that and see how you like it. Or go over to the member's classified area and find a used CAI for sale and try that. If you don't like it then you could always re-sell it. You'll either get your money back or even make a few bucks. One thing I've learned over the years is that you cannot always fully gauge something based off word of mouth. Some things are worth giving a shot especially if it'll literally cost you nothing or a small amount of money. Also, you have to consider what you're buying it for. If it is for the track or just a little extra DD fun or customization or a combination of everything. Or if you're bored and just wanna experiment with the car. because at the end of the day it certainly won't hurt anything and you have nothing to lose. But see for yourself. Or don't, lol!! As long as you enjoy your car that is all that matters.

 

[5ABI VT]

I have a Steeda without the restrictor and a tune and my vote is to keep it stock, get a green filter (or any other high flow filter) and save the money for other mods. I got the sct with the intake and I feel like a Morron for not just getting longtubes instead (and adding some $$ for the difference of course)

 

[Concrete GT]

For your mods, the stock intake with supply all that you need and do it in the safest way possible.

That said, out of all of the aftermarket intakes, the PMAS caught my attention. I am not a believer in aftermarket intakes on these cars, but if one has the chance to do something, I think it will be that one.

I purchased a PMAS "no tune" specifically to test it back to back against the stock intake. I have a dyno appointment for Thursday morning at 11am to find out if it is worth a sh*t.

The other "no tune" intakes with an insert near the MAF to keep the same transfer area are the biggeset sham since bottled water. You're literally restricting airflfow to the stock size, regardless of whatever fancy filter, to make sure the MAF is reading the correct amount of air.

Since you're already tuned won't that alter the readings? I thought the PMAS non tune came with a calibrated MAF and you're supposed to use the stock one for the tuned version....Am I missing something :shrug:

 

[wireeater]

I don't have a lot of input as I've only owned my car a little over a week but, monitoring the IAT, I'm usually only seeing a 3-4degree difference from ambient temperatures. This is on the stock intake. Considering the stock intake is also covered in a closed location in the engine bay, it would seem like unless the stock intake is unable to provide enough airflow to the engine, there isn't a need for a aftermarket intake. The composite material provides cooling and the intake was designed and engineered to work with the car. I imagine once you go with a larger manifold/tb/etc, your engine will be looking for more air and I would assume that is when you might need to provide it with an intake with larger diameter tubing, etc.

Coming from a turbo car, it was the same story. Stock intake box was good up to around an additional 60% of power before gaining any benefits. That's what I am trying to avoid this time is spending money on parts that yield little return, or will end up getting replaced when going another route.

Let's be honest. Aftermarket is a big money maker and there will be many people telling you otherwise. I'm willing to put my confidence in Ford and the R&D they put into the engine and all of it's part to work efficiently. Packages that are sold as Intake + Tune, you are probably getting most of your gains from the tune alone and minimal gains from the intake itself. The charts usually posted are questionable because all we see are the numbers to the wheel but not what exactly was changed in the tune, etc.

I'm sure I'll catch wind for my post but it's just my opinion. The only time I would recommend buying one is if I find a used one for cheap.

 

[Lost]

I don't have a lot of input as I've only owned my car a little over a week but, monitoring the IAT, I'm usually only seeing a 3-4degree difference from ambient temperatures. This is on the stock intake. Considering the stock intake is also covered in a closed location in the engine bay, it would seem like unless the stock intake is unable to provide enough airflow to the engine, there isn't a need for a aftermarket intake. The composite material provides cooling and the intake was designed and engineered to work with the car. I imagine once you go with a larger manifold/tb/etc, your engine will be looking for more air and I would assume that is when you might need to provide it with an intake with larger diameter tubing, etc.

Coming from a turbo car, it was the same story. Stock intake box was good up to around an additional 60% of power before gaining any benefits. That's what I am trying to avoid this time is spending money on parts that yield little return, or will end up getting replaced when going another route.

Let's be honest. Aftermarket is a big money maker and there will be many people telling you otherwise. I'm willing to put my confidence in Ford and the R&D they put into the engine and all of it's part to work efficiently. Packages that are sold as Intake + Tune, you are probably getting most of your gains from the tune alone and minimal gains from the intake itself. The charts usually posted are questionable because all we see are the numbers to the wheel but not what exactly was changed in the tune, etc.

I'm sure I'll catch wind for my post but it's just my opinion. The only time I would recommend buying one is if I find a used one for cheap.

Nope, You're spot on. Been saying it from the beginning. Same holds true for just about every other car out there that is newer.

 

[Bluemustang]

Sounds like most responses aren't worth it. I'm leaning towards just a drop in filter now, and perhaps just get a better tune instead. Right now I am running a 93 octane Bama race tune (yes, Bama I know). I actually like the tune and am quite happy with it. Might be worth it to go Lund FF tune. I'm thinking that'll really complete my DD romp setup. With the suspension mods I have much less wheel hop so I can actually put some power down. Plus the Bama tune unlocks the torque converter so I can actually access power more easily.

 

[2015 Silver GT]

Put a converter in your car. It will feel like you picked up 50 horsepower.

 

[4V Mayhem]

Forced induction is always a good idea, lol! Or throw a set of headers on it. Or some numerically higher gears. 4.10s with a PD blower would be insane!

 

[Bluemustang]

Put a converter in your car. It will feel like you picked up 50 horsepower.

Please help a noob LOL. What is this converter you speak of?

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