post pics of your steeda cai,please
04-26-2009, 09:50 PM
#13
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Location: Georgia
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the CAI "may" improve your mpg's and WILL improve your hp/tq
there are some that don't require a tune, if you are looking to save money....for example, K&N.....
04-26-2009, 09:50 PM
#14
6th Gear Member
A CAI & tune, depending on how heavy your foot is, MAY gain you 1-2 MPG. But don't count on it. People buy it for the power add; not for economy. If you're worried about gas mileage, either put the apprx. $650 towards your gas or buy a bicycle.
The PCM can only be tuned by a shop or by a vendor like Bama, Brenspeed, VMP and others. With a handheld, all you can do is adjust some of the operating parameters but not nearly as many nor as well as those that know what they're doing with things such as fuel mapping, shift points, etc..
The PCM can only be tuned by a shop or by a vendor like Bama, Brenspeed, VMP and others. With a handheld, all you can do is adjust some of the operating parameters but not nearly as many nor as well as those that know what they're doing with things such as fuel mapping, shift points, etc..
04-26-2009, 09:54 PM
#15
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Texas
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A CAI & tune, depending on how heavy your foot is, MAY gain you 1-2 MPG. But don't count on it. People buy it for the power add; not for economy. If you're worried about gas mileage, either put the apprx. $650 towards your gas or buy a bicycle.
The PCM can only be tuned by a shop or by a vendor like Bama, Brenspeed, VMP and others. With a handheld, all you can do is adjust some of the operating parameters but not nearly as many nor as well as those that know what they're doing with things such as fuel mapping, shift points, etc..
The PCM can only be tuned by a shop or by a vendor like Bama, Brenspeed, VMP and others. With a handheld, all you can do is adjust some of the operating parameters but not nearly as many nor as well as those that know what they're doing with things such as fuel mapping, shift points, etc..
04-26-2009, 09:58 PM
#16
6th Gear Member
The tune is about 75%-80% of the power adder of the CAI & tune combo. The 2 really do go well together, however. A stand alone CAI will maybe net you 4-6 RWHP. The combo will net you 15-25+ RWHP depending on your existing mods and octane you choose.
You could get just a tune but a lot here will tell you to do it right and get the combo. Check the Bama and Brenspeed websites and don't hesitate to call either's customer service. They can answer all your questions.
You could get just a tune but a lot here will tell you to do it right and get the combo. Check the Bama and Brenspeed websites and don't hesitate to call either's customer service. They can answer all your questions.
04-26-2009, 10:03 PM
#17
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Texas
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The tune is about 75%-80% of the power adder of the CAI & tune combo. The 2 really do go well together, however. A stand alone CAI will maybe net you 4-6 RWHP. The combo will net you 15-25+ RWHP depending on your existing mods and octane you choose.
You could get just a tune but a lot here will tell you to do it right and get the combo. Check the Bama and Brenspeed websites and don't hesitate to call either's customer service. They can answer all your questions.
You could get just a tune but a lot here will tell you to do it right and get the combo. Check the Bama and Brenspeed websites and don't hesitate to call either's customer service. They can answer all your questions.
04-27-2009, 11:22 AM
#18
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Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Palm Beach to South Carolina
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Steeda CAI Pros...
Stainless Steel Heat Sheild
High-Flow Elbow available in Carbon Fiber
Cons...
Plastic High-Flow Elbow can warp under high heat conditions
Can't keep my right foot out of it!
Stainless Steel Heat Sheild
High-Flow Elbow available in Carbon Fiber
Cons...
Plastic High-Flow Elbow can warp under high heat conditions
Can't keep my right foot out of it!
04-27-2009, 12:30 PM
#19
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Location: Georgia
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you got to love that south florida heat....it is snowing right now in georgia......not
