didany one else have to cut there tube to install the bypass valve? and was it diffecult....i have had mine for almost 6 months now but nevr the time to mess with it.

 

I think the bypass valve negates some of the benefits of having a CAI. Unless you plan on completely submerging the front of you car in three feet of standing water don't worry about it. If you do happen to drive through a large puddle, just lay off the throttle....more air going in = better chance of water going in.

 

It took me less than 5 minutes to cut my AEM to install the bypass valve. It really is not hard, promise!

 

Same here... it's not that hard at all..... check out this link for more details: http://wizardsworks.org/chod/acura/cai/

As for performance issues, you'll lose maybe a 1/2hp tops.... so it's still worth it in my mind....

 

cool thanks for the info...guess i will be making someplans forthe car this week.