r1gixer1

hi , can anyone tell me what the plastic intake is that goes from the front of the engine into the inner wing and can it be removed without problems.
i have ordred a k&n kit that takes air from the fog light cover throgh the inner wing and into a filter but the thing thats already there is in the way.
cheers.

Abx

iTrader: (15)

I think you'll find that that is the standard airbox intake.

r1gixer1

thanks but i dont think it goes to the air box. cheers anyway.

TonyBurns

iTrader: (3)

Id be worried if it didnt go to the airbox as its the air intake as stated above

Tony

Abx

iTrader: (15)

Yep, it goes in the wing at the top, does a quick U-Bend then out again into the box, I should know as I spent weeks trying to remove the 'U' part so I could fit my silver indicator bulbs, then found there was an easier way!!

r1gixer1

thanks lads. i did`nt notice that it came back out again. i just had a quick look while i`m waiting for the new kit to arrive. was it a pain to get out then,thats my next job.

TonyBurns

iTrader: (3)

Truth is that a decent panel filter will be better than the K&N anyway the intakes on the new age STI are good for over 400bhp

jasonius

iTrader: (1)

Ditto, I've tried various 'adaptions' to the std intake and I've now settled back to virtually standard with a decent panel.

The only other thing I've done is change the black plastic corrugated 's' pipe between MAF tube and turbo intake pipe with a smooth Samco equivalent. Also try and insulate the airbox and ram scoop as much as possible, especially near header tank/hoses..

FlyinbySTi

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r1gixer1

thanks for the replies.sometimes you do`nt realise how complicated these things are till you start them. just replaced most of the hoses for silicone ones,what a nightmare.