My wife tried to surprise me on this for my B-day.

She called the local Acura dealer wanting to know if she could buy the "Cold Air Return" (I gotta love her ) for my TL. The idiot service manager told her that it was a bad idea, saying that water can get in the engine and you're only getting 2-3 more HP.

I know about the valve to protect against the water damage, but I have a couple of other ????.

I know you get a throatier noise.

I currently have a K&N drop-in, how much more power will I get with the CAI? Is it noticeable?

Dealer wanted $100 to install, I can do a search on the instructions, but how difficult is it really and how long does it take?

And finally, I think I know the answer I'm gonna get, but I'm gonna ask anyway, should I get it?

Lastly, if I did end up getting it, I'd of course get it from Tim.

Thanks in advance!

 

This link will answer most of your questions. BOOKMARK it and don't forget it!!!!!!

CHOD's Acura CL FAQ Page


If you are concerned about water, get a bypass valve. Better yet, get a short ram. You won't have to worry about water with a short ram. You HP gains are gonna be about 7 - 8 HP at the wheel on the Type S. Not sure about the non Type S. Should be about the same. There have been SEVERAL dyno tests to prove this. I don't have one yet, but it is my next purchase. Well worth the $$$ Good luck!!!!

 

Much thanks for your response! Very informative site.

I may end up getting the short ram.

 

Get the intake, you won't be sorry, the sound only comes on when you mean business, it's intoxicating. I waited too long, it would be my first mod now. Good luck.

 

What he said!!!

 

is there any sound with the short ram? and is there a real need to change the short ram filter with a K&N filter?