$20 intake for my 2002
07-17-2013, 06:25 AM
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$20 intake for my 2002
I was going through my old parts from old projects and was able to put together a cheap but effective intake for my Maxima.
A basic adapter, 4 zip ties and some electrical tape and a cleaned up Amsoil filter and she is screaming during heavy acceleration!
I reset the ECU and am very pleased with the end result.
-Ted
A basic adapter, 4 zip ties and some electrical tape and a cleaned up Amsoil filter and she is screaming during heavy acceleration!
I reset the ECU and am very pleased with the end result.
-Ted
07-17-2013, 08:20 AM
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07-17-2013, 10:52 AM
#14
http://www.sbfilters.com/Store/Universal-Filters
http://www.knfilters.com/universal/universal.htm
I would assume the OP only had 20$ in his pocket ...
http://www.knfilters.com/universal/universal.htm
I would assume the OP only had 20$ in his pocket ...
07-17-2013, 12:45 PM
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07-17-2013, 12:52 PM
#20
For $60 bucks you could buy an ebay 6th Gen (true) CAI. Do a battery relocate and drill a hole. But NMexMAX is gonna pull his zipper down and flop out his big ole MAF housing in a few and tell everyone that we all have inferior intake setups anyway.
07-17-2013, 01:26 PM
#21
6th gen MAF doesn't bolt on to our MAF, it has a different bolt pattern. What A34 intake do you speak of?
I paid a lot more than 60$ for mine, so I'm not mad at anyone for trying. But for tried and true commercially available intakes, JWT gets my vote everytime for the novice enthusiast.
07-17-2013, 03:15 PM
#22
I haven't seen a stock MAF housing in a very long time, just good to see one out there.
6th gen MAF doesn't bolt on to our MAF, it has a different bolt pattern. What A34 intake do you speak of?
I paid a lot more than 60$ for mine, so I'm not mad at anyone for trying. But for tried and true commercially available intakes, JWT gets my vote everytime for the novice enthusiast.
6th gen MAF doesn't bolt on to our MAF, it has a different bolt pattern. What A34 intake do you speak of?
I paid a lot more than 60$ for mine, so I'm not mad at anyone for trying. But for tried and true commercially available intakes, JWT gets my vote everytime for the novice enthusiast.
Installed a 6th gen CAI today. This is a cheapy ($60) with my Apexi pop charger on it. The bracket floating around was bothering me, so I ended up rigging a new fender bracket to secure it. Since this was successful I'm planning on getting a single piece CAI like the DC Sports or AEM (should be interesting moddifying the MAF block on them though). For those that are interested, I followed this write-up for the battery relocate: http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...ir-intake.html
07-17-2013, 04:47 PM
#24
I wouldnt say you consider filter size to the car, rather to the level/degree of modifications done to the car. With that said, its been noted often the stock intake can support a good amount of hp output before it becomes a hinderence. So it's really a question of at what point of modification does X intake setup become necessary.
These engines are known to want to breath. A medium to large filter does a few things, they provide good flow, ability to incorperate a bellmouth, and adequate filtering area so as to keep from cleaning as often. Is there going to be an HP difference compared to a small filter? I say no. Especially not on a stock or mildly modded Max. Help with throttle responsivity? I say yes - maybe.
These engines are known to want to breath. A medium to large filter does a few things, they provide good flow, ability to incorperate a bellmouth, and adequate filtering area so as to keep from cleaning as often. Is there going to be an HP difference compared to a small filter? I say no. Especially not on a stock or mildly modded Max. Help with throttle responsivity? I say yes - maybe.
07-18-2013, 05:31 AM
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07-18-2013, 06:35 AM
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07-18-2013, 07:15 AM
#27
IMO, unless you plan on breaking 250 whp on a Dynojet, leave both the intake and catback stock.
Elon put 247 whp with the stock cat back, SR20DEN put down 249 with the stock airbox. Modify everything you can in between with bolt ons, THEN work on a REAL intake and catback.
07-18-2013, 07:20 AM
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I got this one from the Amsoil Hub here in Richmond.
I've had it for 5 years and it's held up.
Here is the write up from the Amsoil website -
AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters (EaAU)
Ea Air Induction Filters (EaAU)
AMSOIL now offers universal air induction filters (EaAU) designed to replace stock oil wetted gauze or foam conical filters that were supplied with custom induction systems. AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters offer better efficiency, excellent airflow and are cleanable.
More Cold Air = More Horsepower
The basic purpose of the air intake system is to bring cool air from outside the engine compartment into the engine. The cooler air is denser than the air found within the hot engine compartment. The denser charge contains more oxygen than warmer air, providing better combustion through a more effective air/fuel mixture.
Another advantage of most specialty-equipment cold air intakes is their consistent diameters and the absence of sharp bends, both of which help to eliminate turbulence in the air stream.
AMSOIL EaAU
AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters fit most of the popular intake systems available. They provide improved cold air intake and a level of engine protection only an Ea Filter can provide. AMSOIL is currently offering nine Ea Air Induction Filters with varying lengths and widths. These filters have flange IDs of 3", 3.5", 4", 4.125”, 4.5” and 6". Since these filters offer a universal fit, AMSOIL provides the dimension sheet below that customers can use to determine the proper filter for their applications.
Cleanable
AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters are cleanable and long lasting. AMSOIL recommends cleaning the Ea Air Induction Filter when designated by the restriction gauge if the vehicle is so equipped, or according to operating conditions. If it is used in extremely dusty environments or in a performance vehicle, more frequent cleanings may be required.
Cleaning
Carefully remove the filter from the housing. Clean the housing with a shop towel, being careful not to knock contaminants into the air inlet. Filters can be cleaned by carefully vacuuming the filter media on the dirty side, or by holding the filter with one hand and carefully blowing the filter media at a 45-degree angle on the clean side using low-pressure shop air (15-20 lbs. psi).
Unique Design
To increase filter surface area and the volume of air entering the engine, the top of many popular Ea Air Induction Filters (EaAU) is cut away. The media is inserted in a conical form pointing toward the direction of airflow.
Quality Construction
AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters are made from the same high-quality nanofiber media found in other AMSOIL Ea Air Filters. The nanofiber media is pleated with epoxy-coated wire on the face and back of the media for additional strength and stiffness. High quality, pliable urethane connectors with plastisol potting complete the product. Each Ea Air Induction Filter comes with a clamp for convenient installation.
I've had it for 5 years and it's held up.
Here is the write up from the Amsoil website -
AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters (EaAU)
Ea Air Induction Filters (EaAU)
AMSOIL now offers universal air induction filters (EaAU) designed to replace stock oil wetted gauze or foam conical filters that were supplied with custom induction systems. AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters offer better efficiency, excellent airflow and are cleanable.
More Cold Air = More Horsepower
The basic purpose of the air intake system is to bring cool air from outside the engine compartment into the engine. The cooler air is denser than the air found within the hot engine compartment. The denser charge contains more oxygen than warmer air, providing better combustion through a more effective air/fuel mixture.
Another advantage of most specialty-equipment cold air intakes is their consistent diameters and the absence of sharp bends, both of which help to eliminate turbulence in the air stream.
AMSOIL EaAU
AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters fit most of the popular intake systems available. They provide improved cold air intake and a level of engine protection only an Ea Filter can provide. AMSOIL is currently offering nine Ea Air Induction Filters with varying lengths and widths. These filters have flange IDs of 3", 3.5", 4", 4.125”, 4.5” and 6". Since these filters offer a universal fit, AMSOIL provides the dimension sheet below that customers can use to determine the proper filter for their applications.
Cleanable
AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters are cleanable and long lasting. AMSOIL recommends cleaning the Ea Air Induction Filter when designated by the restriction gauge if the vehicle is so equipped, or according to operating conditions. If it is used in extremely dusty environments or in a performance vehicle, more frequent cleanings may be required.
Cleaning
Carefully remove the filter from the housing. Clean the housing with a shop towel, being careful not to knock contaminants into the air inlet. Filters can be cleaned by carefully vacuuming the filter media on the dirty side, or by holding the filter with one hand and carefully blowing the filter media at a 45-degree angle on the clean side using low-pressure shop air (15-20 lbs. psi).
Unique Design
To increase filter surface area and the volume of air entering the engine, the top of many popular Ea Air Induction Filters (EaAU) is cut away. The media is inserted in a conical form pointing toward the direction of airflow.
Quality Construction
AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters are made from the same high-quality nanofiber media found in other AMSOIL Ea Air Filters. The nanofiber media is pleated with epoxy-coated wire on the face and back of the media for additional strength and stiffness. High quality, pliable urethane connectors with plastisol potting complete the product. Each Ea Air Induction Filter comes with a clamp for convenient installation.
07-18-2013, 06:31 PM
#29
I will continue to do so since each and every intake thread of this nature is the same, nothing new there.
IMO, unless you plan on breaking 250 whp on a Dynojet, leave both the intake and catback stock.
Elon put 247 whp with the stock cat back, SR20DEN put down 249 with the stock airbox. Modify everything you can in between with bolt ons, THEN work on a REAL intake and catback.
IMO, unless you plan on breaking 250 whp on a Dynojet, leave both the intake and catback stock.
Elon put 247 whp with the stock cat back, SR20DEN put down 249 with the stock airbox. Modify everything you can in between with bolt ons, THEN work on a REAL intake and catback.
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