The AEM bypass valve is basically like a rubber coupling but with dense foam sides and some rubber flaps inside that open up with an increase in vacuum in the intake. The idea is that in normal conditions it is easier to suck air through the pod filter than through the foam of the bypass valve.
Here is a photo of the inside of the AEM bypass valve which shows the rubber flaps. Basically it stays shut and sealed until the pod filter is submersed and it needs to suck air from the engine bay, so in normal conditions the CAI still achieves the desired effect.
I see you blocking the rocker valve, that would build up pressure inside the crank wouldnt it? best to get a oil filter or somesort.
Nice... So I take it as it fits perfectly with no issues then but 319 Big Ones... WOAH! Then again it's SEXY!
You mentioned you got the Hondata Heatshield, do you mean the Intake Gasket coz I've been looking for one, even PM the bloke that does Hondata here but have yet ti get a reply... How much was it? did u install it yourself? I've read installation is not that simple and you have to drain the coolant...
Wow the comptech strut bar does look real sexy on ur car Jolt...
Thanks for the info about the AEM bypass valve that is really something i need during winter if my injen goes into CAI mode. My mugen front bar has holes on the side and front that will definetly suck water if it rains...
Where did u get ur AEM bypass valve?? From online stores in the US or through ur friends??
Hondata heatshield gasket and AEM bypass valve came from the same guy in the USA I bought the Injen intake from.
I didn't install the heatshield myself, I chickened out of that. I do have a PDF copy of some instructions including photo's of how to do it though and yes it will involve draining the coolant.
I will post them on the same website for download soon. Heatshields cost about US$55 plus shipping through ebay or another online seller but it is closer to $155 shipped in Australia I think!!
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