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Old 10-21-2004, 02:17 AM
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Who's waiting for the AEM?

Seeing as how I'm still working to pay off my share of the car, insurance, gas, etc. I'm not in a rush to spend money so I think I can wait. My question is how many people are waiting for the AEM? I'm waiting for the AEM vs the others because I have heard the AEM intakes tend to usually be of better build quality and better gains. Am I alone in this or are others waiting also?
Old 10-21-2004, 02:27 AM
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I was but I got tired of waiting, plus I got a really good deal on an Injen. The extra $$$ for an AEM for just a few HPs wasn't worth it to me, not to mention the wait time.
Old 10-21-2004, 04:07 AM
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AEM has proven that they do NOT have a CAI for the new TL. Anything to the contrary is complete hersay until one shows up on my door step. PS - I'm not holding my breath...
Old 10-21-2004, 11:42 AM
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what are you talking about? go to there website, they have the intake for the 04 tl posted, they just don't have it out.
P.s. I am waiting for it.
Old 10-21-2004, 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by stealth
what are you talking about? go to there website, they have the intake for the 04 tl posted, they just don't have it out.
P.s. I am waiting for it.
I've been to the website too. But, I think the point is that it is STILL not out. I understand R&D takes time, but its ridiculous to have a dyno out and STILL be working on the intake. How is that possible? Is the dyno still valid then because the product might be "new" and "improved" from all the R&D no?

With most of these aftermarket products, I've decided not to think about it until it is out, because 90% of the time, it will be delayed even further.

To get back to the original discussion, I'm waiting for an intake, but not AEM. I'm hoping Comptech comes out with an Icebox. I like how they design it, and hey in NY if there is less chance of hydrolock that's even better...
Old 10-21-2004, 02:15 PM
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Not me. I'm waiting for the Comptech SC
Old 10-21-2004, 08:10 PM
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not waiting...whats the point? how much power can it really add over any of the other cai? its not out, others are and they all do the same thing.
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im waiting for AEM intake and a bypass valve (no hydro lock :estatic
Old 10-21-2004, 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by stealth
what are you talking about? go to there website, they have the intake for the 04 tl posted, they just don't have it out.
P.s. I am waiting for it.
My point EXACTLY. They've been "promising" it for nearly 6 months now. At this point, it's vaporware... Nothing but empty promises. In other words, same ole sh...
Old 10-21-2004, 10:36 PM
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I'm waiting for either an AEM v2 like we have in our V6 Accord (AWESOME, btw) or the Icebox. We'll see what actually comes to market!
Old 10-22-2004, 06:19 AM
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Originally Posted by blufox
im waiting for AEM intake and a bypass valve (no hydro lock :estatic
so the bypass valve prevents hydro locking???? and how does it work?
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Originally Posted by VelfarreClubber
so the bypass valve prevents hydro locking???? and how does it work?
It's very cool. Check this out from the website. "AEM’s patented air bypass valve virtually eliminates the chance of hydro-lock in the event the filter of your AEM Cold Air induction system becomes submerged in water. The valve installs along the upper portion of the inlet pipe and shuts down induction at the filter when it becomes submerged, rerouting air through its external diaphragm to keep water out and air flowing in. "

Check it out at http://www.aempower.com/product_intake.asp

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Originally Posted by JackSprat01
It's very cool. Check this out from the website. "AEM’s patented air bypass valve virtually eliminates the chance of hydro-lock in the event the filter of your AEM Cold Air induction system becomes submerged in water. The valve installs along the upper portion of the inlet pipe and shuts down induction at the filter when it becomes submerged, rerouting air through its external diaphragm to keep water out and air flowing in. "

Check it out at http://www.aempower.com/product_intake.asp

Out of curiosity...are there any dynos of a CAI with the bypass valve as opposed to without the valve (all other factors being the same)? I'd like to know if the valve reduces any gains...any theories at least?
Old 10-23-2004, 12:24 AM
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Originally Posted by TLover
I was but I got tired of waiting, plus I got a really good deal on an Injen. The extra $$$ for an AEM for just a few HPs wasn't worth it to me, not to mention the wait time.


So how do you like the Cold Air Intake from INJEN in terms of power/torque/and sound???? Thanks bud!!!!
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Still waiting... Why am I NOT surprised.
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