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12-29-2006, 03:24 PM
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CAI/Is this normal?
The G/F just got me an Injen CAI and it's been installed. So when the TB is at 5-10%, I hear a slight vacuum leak sound
 , It's very difficult to describe. Sounds like a continous chirp, squeal, whine. I know that the CAI doesn't have the baffles that the stock air box has to reduce noise, but I just wanted to confirm that this is normal. I went back and checked all the clamps three times and even added a clamp to a hose that a clamp was not supplied for in the kit. No check engine light, no driveability problems. What do you guys think?For those of you thinking about getting a CAI and are worried about hydro lock, my car is at stock height and the lower most point of the filter is (guesstimation)6-8 inches above the ground. The upper most point is over a foot off the ground. It would have to be one hell of a puddle to hydro lock the engine. If anyone wants exact measurements, just let me know and I'll find out. Performance wise, It's difficult to tell whether you're feeling a difference or just the anticipation of it. I think it makes a slight difference, especially once the vtec kicks in. As far as loudness, It definitely makes a difference. Sounds almost like a mild cat back. The volume is directly affected by throttle postion. Once the vtec switches to the other cam profile it becomes much louder. Love that sound.  On a side note, I always wondered if it would be better to get a SRI and a ram air type hood. Seems like you would get the security of a SRI and the power gains of a CAI. Anyone done this? Hope this helps anyone thinking about getting a CAI/SRI.
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05 RSX type-S ___________ Injen CAI 22% tint all around Kenwood KDC-7028 HU Infinity ??? 600 watt amp 4 x JL 10w0's 87 Z-28(THE Craparo)... It will be a collectible in 07 ______ 3.42 gears 2200rpm stall speed converter Edelbrock TES headers Hollowed cat Borla cat-back Eibach sportline springs/Custom end links K&N's/Custom Air cleaner ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Cliff 
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12-30-2006, 05:30 PM
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Re: CAI/Is this normal?
Is it a whining sound? Its normal...its like a low low whistle right?
Its the sucking sound...I love that sound when I'm in 1st gear...but my SRI is louder than the CAI.
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12-30-2006, 07:51 PM
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Re: CAI/Is this normal?
Yeah, that's exactly what it is, a whistling sound.
I love the noise it makes when upshifting at a high rpm, Makes me feel like I'm playing need for speed underground.
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05 RSX type-S ___________ Injen CAI 22% tint all around Kenwood KDC-7028 HU Infinity ??? 600 watt amp 4 x JL 10w0's 87 Z-28(THE Craparo)... It will be a collectible in 07 ______ 3.42 gears 2200rpm stall speed converter Edelbrock TES headers Hollowed cat Borla cat-back Eibach sportline springs/Custom end links K&N's/Custom Air cleaner ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, Cliff
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