Is it worth it to change CAIs???
#1
Is it worth it to change CAIs???
I currently have the k&n CAI on my GT. Almost every one here has either a C&L or a JLT with tunes from brenspeed...etc!!
Should i consider changing to C&L and get a tune?
would a tune be enough for me?
will i get more HP gains from other CAIs because they require tuning and K&N doesn't???
Should i consider changing to C&L and get a tune?
would a tune be enough for me?
will i get more HP gains from other CAIs because they require tuning and K&N doesn't???
#2
RE: Is it worth it to change CAIs???
I used to have the K&N CAI without a tune. I was stuck like you are now. I decided to just get a tune and see what I think. I'm pretty happy with the K&N CAI and tune so I would suggest trying that. I know many people curse the K&N but I've never had a problem with mine and will probablykeep it for a while.
#3
RE: Is it worth it to change CAIs???
To be honest man, I had my K&N for like a year. I decided to go with a Bamachips tune/JLT combo for $550 and I LOVE IT. The main reason I did it as well, you figure $400 for the tunes right? so $550 for the combo, basically $150 for the intake. You can sell your K&N cleaned and oiled for $150 easy on ebay or craigslist, mine is already gone. Basically you get the bigger better intake for free.
#6
RE: Is it worth it to change CAIs???
My vote is to just get a tune for the K&N CAI. I don't think that the couple of extra HP will justify the cost. For the record, when I only had a K&N CAI and tune, I ran a 12.87 at the track, on the stock tires-so I'd say the K&N CAI are very capable intakes. Definently get a tune though, makes all the difference!
#7
RE: Is it worth it to change CAIs???
Keep your eye out for someone selling one used in the FS section. Then sell your K&N. There isn't much of a difference between the K&N and bigger intakes, but there is a little power to be gained none the less.
#9
RE: Is it worth it to change CAIs???
ok thanks for the input guys. i think i've made the decision to go with brenspeed tune. i had a look at their packages they are all quite close ( $$$ wise!!! ) which package is the best?
JLT w/tune?
Airaid w/tune?
C&L w/tune? (C&L street or racer????)
JLT w/tune?
Airaid w/tune?
C&L w/tune? (C&L street or racer????)
#10
6th Gear Member
RE: Is it worth it to change CAIs???
As long a s a good tuner can write you tunes supportingyour K&N, I'd say stick with your current CAI. You won't feel any difference in performance gains between your present CAI and another (as long as the tuner supports it).