Quick question: air intake

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Should I put an aftermarket air filter (i.e. K&N or Trust) into my stock airbox (which has a pvc pipe going to it from the wheel well), or get a short ram intake or cold air intake? For my DC2.

Just want an opinion of what you guys think is best.

[BiLL|z0r]

Cold air intake with pod will give louder intake noises but may loose some low down torque. Personally I'd just get a panel with your pipe. Keeps it cooler for hot days and away from water.

[T-onedc2]

I put a Spoon filter in my airbox and run a 100mm reinforced rubber duct into the guard. This works well for me with no restriction at all in the upper rpm range, unlike the stock pipe, and gives good low end torque. SRI will be loud and will get all hot air.

[kn1ghtm4r3]

short ram intake has less restrictions and uses a higher flowing filter allowing air to flow much more freely into your engine. use a heatshield or something to block out the heat generated =) also the throttle response of a sri > cai

+ Easier to install; no need to take off bumper
+ Adds a more aggressive sound
+ Slightly better throttle response compared to CAI
- Warmer Air than CAI

cold air intake has a longer pipe and its filter is positioned down low in the engine bay, close to the ground where it can suck in the rushing air. but as said above you can lose some low down torque.
either one is good =)

+ Colder air; although it warms up a little as it goes up the tube
+ Adds a more aggressive sound
- Throttle response is not a noticeable as a SRI (still there though)
- Need to remove bumper to install (this only applies to some cars)

[solitz]

hmm for me id do the piping into the wheel well and retain ur stock box...with the SRI u do get the sound but u get the hot engine air aswell ><

have a read of this
http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=42865

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Are there any cons in using an oil-based filter as opposed to a dry filter?

[T-onedc2]

With oil based it's probably more maintenance as it requires periodic cleaning and re-oiling, but it's particularly good in a dusty environment, just don't over-oil it as it can put a coating on intake sensors and give inaccurate readings.

Dry is just drop in and go, and when dirty just replace it.

[aaronng]

Are there any cons in using an oil-based filter as opposed to a dry filter?
Can coat AFM. But D, B, H and K series engines don't use AFM, only the new R series do. If you apply too much oil to the filter, it can gum up the throttle body (easily fixed with carby cleaner).

[aimre]

None of these mods will do n e noticable gains btw.

[nvmee]

why does the b16 with a pod sound so much better than any other vtec with a pod

[Limbo]

i'd get the panel filter unless you plan to box the pod.
Causes you less hassels when the cops pull you over and check you out. An exposed pod is a defect in their eyes. ALso you want some type of enclosure to keep the heat out otherwise the CIA isn't gonna do much and defeats the purpose

[T-onedc2]

B18C uses a pod style filter, not panel, in the airbox for those who didn't know.

[wlan-11g]

The stock dc2 filter is made of paper and is a pod style. If it hasn't been serviced/replaced chances are its clogged. Replacing it with a K&N drop-in would improve throttle response at best. I wouldn't take out the airbox unless you plan to use a heatshield of some sort.

[aaronng]

why does the b16 with a pod sound so much better than any other vtec with a pod

It's personal preference.

[kn1ghtm4r3]

my b*tch screams wen i put my foot down lol but yeah i have found the b16a to scream =D

[aaronng]

Scream and doesn't do much else. :) B18C ftw.

[kn1ghtm4r3]

^ its okay im happy with wat i got =P

show pony ftw