I saw lots of CAI threads for the protege but none for the 3 that gave a good guestimate of the gains I should expect to get from adding one.

AEM's site lists the peak gains at 6.5 hp, and 10 ft/lbs which I'll guess is being overly generous, but what should I really expect? I have the 2.3l MTX.

As well, will I notice any difference by replacing the piping after the cat with 2.25" along with the stock muffler when combined with the CAI?

Is it reasonable to expect 8 whp, and 10 ft/lbs for that combination?

Also, if so, will I actually notice that kind of power gain, or will I just notice it being louder?

Thanks for all the advice. If I wasn't thinking of picking one up later this week, I'd just wait until people posted their experiences.

 

I seen plenty of thread and site claiming that the CAI give hp, because it cold air and also mandrel bent aluminum. But here the problem I have with this cold air intake it runs in the engine bay area (hot) thus warming the air in the tube because metal we all know is a good source to conduct heat. It should be made out of plastic or at least insulated. Also the CAI is almost 300$ which translate to 1 hp = 50$ which is expensive for minimal gains I think.

I replaced mine air filter with the KN filter replacement and I didn't notice anything on the "butt-o-meter" but I have yet to see about the gas mileage though before with the stock filter I was avg 28 to 33 mpg with the KN filter I'll keep you posted.

 

just wondering what the part # for the K&N filter is ... and what was the price ... thanks!

 

It cost 80$ and I will get you the part number if I still have this weekend.

 

... $80 .... thanks for the info ... will try to get out and grab one this weekend!

...big ups! thanks!

 

$80! You got ripped... I got mine for half that...

 

that works out to around $65 US dollars.

and congrats on your wonderful purchase at a great price. i'm amazed.

 

No, I got mine for $45 CND...

 

i'm still amazed.

 

... $56. CDN .... thanks for the info ....

 

I quoted 2 stores here in Ottawa, one was 64$ and the other 67$; and I paid 71$ with tax included.

Also on ebay they are selling them at 36$ US but to get it at your door you have to add shipping, brokerage fee, convert to CDN and taxes. Which would be still around 70$ - 80$ and plus the fact you have to wait a week or so.

So where did you buy yours D-man?

 

Pro Drag Performance here in Edmonton Alberta.

I've also had good experiences with Speedtech Auto in Toronto. I'm sure I got a K&N filter for my honda prelude for under $50 as well...

 

Guys:

The place in Toronto, or Ottawa for that matter, do you know the name of the CAI you bought, and did it fit properly?

Also, can I get the websites or phone numbers so that I can order my own? I'd appreciate it.

 

AEM or INJEN seem to be the popular one to install. You can check their website from a google search and they will locate you a dealer in your area.

One thing I wish I could see the actual result of a CAI, some people are boosting big differences with them while other none.