3.2-TL

I was planning on getting a AEM CAI, but now i'm having second thoughts. Lot of people say that its loud and other than that it only adds about 4 hp. Is it really worth it cause it doesn't seem like it.

VTEC

i want to know too

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2000 3.2TL Firepepper red w/o nav
stock spoiler
Bosch 4+ platinum spark plug
25% Tint/Mud guards/
acura-tl.com sticker at front windshield
Comptech springs

3.2-TL

VTECH how do u get ur signature to show, stupid question but might as well ask if i don't know. Any help would be appreciated.

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mr tl

you should be getting more than 4hp. the short ram was dyno'd on a v6 accord for 9 hp. the sound it makes is good, not bad

PhiTL

Well, it depends if you like a sportier sounding car or if you want to keep it quiet. For me I think it was a great mod and think it sounds great.


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'00 White Diamond Perl w/Nav
Wings West Spoiler
Comptech Exaust
Rear Comptech Sway bar
H&R OE Sport Springs
AEM CAI

CBS

I was wondering the same thing. I want to get a CAI but I am having seconds thoughts too. The noise that the TL makes, is it that much of a difference? I mean, it is not going to sound like a mustang gt is it? I would, along with others, would like to have everyones opinion. Thanks guys,

CBS-

Nate

I love it! Stock sound driving normal, awesome growl when stomping the gas.

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2001 Silver TL, non-navi, Inspire tails & wood steering wheel, 2 burlwood dash kits & shift knob, TL-S passenger vent trim, Alumapro BP-10 & ZX400TI Phoenix Gold, Python 1500 ESP (remote start, all windows up & down, sunroof closes, prox, etc), factory spoiler & body kit, AEM short ram intake, blue alarm LEDs, Mugen grill, Comptech sways, springs & exhaust, SuperCrystal lugs.

On order: 19" Alstadt IVs, 225/35ZR19 Nitto 555s.

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"Every man dies, not every man lives."

Shyne

Now that's what I wanted to hear NateDogg ... Tim, where is my CAI ??? Just playin should have that and the spoiler tomorrow ...

bahreeTL

you won't be disappointed.
you'll want to drive it harder after hearing the sounds.

v_i_s_i_o_n

i think its worth it, even tho i don't have it, but after hearing everyong ravin' about it and the dyno chart.. i want one and feel its worth it

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00' Acura 3.2TL Nighthawk Black Pearl
- 18's Lowenharts LGM Chrome (3 piece)
- 225/40 NT555
- Factory Kit
- Factory Spoiler
- Apexi N1 WS coilovers

Pimpin_TL

AEM cold air intakes should give a lot more than 4 hp and a lil more torque. I am not familiar with the dynamics of the TL yet, but on most other hondas, a CAI TOGETHER with headers and exhaust should be around 10 or 11 hp. If what that guy said about the V6 accord at 9 hp gain, i wouldn't be surprised if 11 is possible since our engine is bigger.

VTEC

how about only air intake,not cold air intake

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2000 3.2TL Firepepper red w/o nav
stock spoiler
Bosch 4+ platinum spark plug
25% Tint/Mud guards/
acura-tl.com sticker at front windshield
Comptech springs

adamyankee

You have to check the box that says "Show Signature" below where you type your message.

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1999 Firepepper Red
Under Body Kit/Rear Wing Spoiler/26 Piece Wood Grain Console/BurlWood Shift Knob/
30% Smoke Tint/Comptech Sways & Springs (not installed yet)

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bebber

yeah, is the cold air intake much better than the short ram air intake? Is it worth the extra cost and installation trouble?


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'01 TL with Navi
Naples Gold Metallic
Wings West custom 2-leg spoiler wing
Solar Gard Titanium Tint 43 all around.
Acura logo tire valve stem caps.

bahreeTL

colder air means better performance.
the only hassle is taking it out to clean it.

Nate

I've heard the short ram actually can decrease performance. Once the engine warms up the air in the engine bay is very hot... so the filter is sucking in more air, but its all hot air. A friend of mine took his short ram out of his TL and put the stock one back on with a Comptech drop in filter because he felt he lost performance.

But around where I live CAI is only plausible during summer, even then it rains plenty.

How dirty are your guys' CAI filters? How often do you clean it? How much dirt is under the fender where the filter sits? When I took out my resonator I say dirt CAKED all under there... I'm running my CAI short ram until someone can convince me the dirt doesn't hurt!