JohnnyMilano

What would be the difference installing as SRI, as opposed to CAI, in terms to power. Any info or opinions would be greatly appreciated.

RTSX-ASpec

the cold air is better and use the search if you haven't already

LoveMyTL-S

As mentioned above, in the SRI mode you pull in hot air. In CAI mode, cooler air which gives better gains. Not sure on the gains difference, probably a few HP's.

Tsx536

You have the new version Injen?

Well in that case....




Seriously, though I'd appreciate some pics since I haven't seen the 1431 version that is supposed to be tuned for the TSX.

Black_6spd

If it is the new version, I'd be interested to know if the hole for the IAT sensor on the throttle boot was moved to a better location.

Someone at Injen decided that stretching the wires from the connector plug was a good thing.

JohnnyMilano

ill post pics as soon as i get home. Looks nice so far....im still at the office and don't think the boss would appreciate me taking pictures of an intake during business hours.

daddydliv

To answer your original question I believe the consensus is about a 5 hp difference. In SRI mode your looking at about 6-8 hp increase. In CAI it's more like 10-12. If you're worried about hydro-lock don't. As long as you don't drive through a river you'll be fine. I've driven in mega rain storms and even hit a few big puddles with no ill effects.

JohnnyMilano

well i got it in! Nice addition. first i tried out the short ram. Not liking it at all. Definately gains in the high range, but i was looking more low. So me and my roomate took off the front bumper, and proceeded to install the CAI. Well, it sounds awesome. Very nice growl at WOT. Can't get myself out of SS mode! I am really happy with this product, and a quick shout to Excelerate Performance for their help with getting the part and answering a few questions. I would reccomend them to everyone. Side note: while testing it out driving around, came up next to a crx, got ballsy, and decided to try a quick run. Too bad i didn't realize it was turbo until they wound out first gear. great.....Now i need a s/c

tsxdriver

hehehe lol

daddydliv

Congrats!

Is this your first mod? You'll enjoy it, especially the sound. It's great going through tunnels/overpasses; even better if you have a reflash.

BTW, you'll actually get worse low end torque with it in CAI mode, but much better after about 3500 rpm. It's all due to the added distance the air has to travel. Definitely worth it though IMO.

kboosman00

Congrats... Looks awesome.

Black_6spd

Correct me if I'm wrong, but it appears the IAT sensor was moved to the tubing as opposed to the previous design where it was on the TB boot. Am I seeing that right? Or is it underneath the boot now?

JohnnyMilano

yes it is in a location which makes it easy to plug in.

curik_euro

Hi JohnnyMilano, does the SP1431 has bigger tubing than the previous one?? Also would have more hp gain than the old one? And, pricing please?

curik_euro

Johnny, I just ordered the SP1431BLK, did you try to install it without removing the bumper? I saw the FAQ of doing CAI Injen and he didnt remove it. SO should I remove the bumper or not? Thanks!!

Reach

curik, this new Injen actually has smaller diameter tubing and less top end HP gain than the older one, but it is thus more in tune with the factory intakes air consumption, and provides more low end torque/hp. Its a give/take thing, this one gives up top end gain to provide less loss of low end power.

...or at least, that the theory. This one hasn't been extensively dyno'd yet.

curik_euro

Thanks Reach! The Injen website has a comparison between the two. But it seems that the one without MR technology is different to the dyno for the TSX on the testing section.

JohnnyMilano

I removed the bumper. It can be done within a half hour. Very easy.

indytsx1

Good morning all, I'm sitting on the fence on getting the RD1430 for $220 or spend the extra cash for the SP1431. Is it worth the extra $50? I will be doing this Injen upgrade with the Hondata Reflash.......What would you do? I'm a newbie to the whole modify world Thanks!


Dave

curik_euro

extra $50? I bought mine from Tsxparts (Norm) for $229

indytsx1

thanks for the e-mail Curik, $229 for the "new" SP1431? I only see the RD1430 listed. Thanks....

curik_euro

You might need to contact Norm directly. I was looking for the RD1430 black but he said the new SP1431BLK has replaced the RD. THe 1430 is $195 and the 1431 is $229.

indytsx1

Thanks.

chuson

So the new one is $229??? Who told you is an extra $50?

indytsx1

I called TSXparts.com yesterday and the man I spoke to told me that the SP has not been released yet because Injen is trying to get rid of the RD1430's first. He told me that they will update the website to change the price of the RD1430 Polished intake to $195 plus shipping. HMMMMM, strange since people have said they bought the new SP1431 from this site. I'm just going to get it from someone else.......Thanks everybody for your help. I can't wait to feed my TSX with more cold air. Peace.

MrHeeltoe

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I just sent one out last week to an AZ member.......

indytsx1

Thanks Marcus, I just got one from www.ultrarev.com for $231.38 shipped! Hope this place is legit : )


http://www.ultrarev.com/Injen_SP_Col...06-p28132.html

MrHeeltoe

iTrader: (1)

They SUCK! That is the worst place in the world! Hope your parts show up man.


Actually I am jfwy. I am sure everything will be fine after I am done weeping in the corner.

Marcus

indytsx1

wow, you had me going

indytsx1

Hey there, I just had this intake installed yesterday. This is my first engine mod ever so I'm an extreme noobie : ) Is it normal to feel some slight vibration in the gas pedal area when reving? Also, seems very loud. People were not joking. I sounds great at 3-4 RPM's but seems like a lot of noise when you gun it. I hope this is normal. Your thoughts? Thanks.

quinnsta

I am getting the new model Injen shortly. Is this somthing that you can install yoursellf in CAI mode? On a 1-10 scale how hard would you say it was?

Thanks

quinnsta

^ Also how hard is it to get at the filter to clean it?

indytsx1

I had it installed and the guy said the hardest part is getting the front bumper off. Other then that it is easy for someone who has done one before.

str8 tsx

This is possibly going to sound like a really anal question, but hey I'm a perfectionist so here it goes. There are two models of the Injen SP1431, one in black and other in polish. The black one is actually powder coated black, would that mean it would insulate more heat since there's actually paint coating the piping? So would the polish technically be a better buy? I personally think the black looks better but not at the expense of generating/insulating more heat, if so it's probably by a miniscule margin. Hey, I warned you I was anal.

Tsx6363

lol you're right, that was pretty anal.. haha but way to bring back a thread thats almost a year old!