Gettin a CAI tonight but i have a quick question...

mustangmanic · September 17th, 2007, 07:54 PM

Ok well in about an hour or so i'm buying a JLT cai via american muscle, the question i have is... after i install it, will it really give me a better engine/throttle sound? will i really be able to feel the extra 10 or so horses?

the real shocker · September 17th, 2007, 07:55 PM

maybe just the slightest bit....and the difference in feel will be minimal if any

mustangmanic · September 17th, 2007, 07:58 PM

Do you really think its worth it.. i mean $230 for a tiny ass gain is really expensive u kno, maybe not for alot of you guys but for me, right now, it is. Should i wait?

blue03mach1 · September 17th, 2007, 07:59 PM

well... when i put jlt short ram on my mach ( would of gotten cai but i wanted the ram air to still be functional) i noticed the difference and it ran alittle more on the rich side as well... i think you will notice it.

mustangmanic · September 17th, 2007, 08:03 PM

i kno wat ur sayin... but say ur 18, u make $7/hr, u have to pay for 1/2 insurance every 3 months (parents pay other 1/2), and have to pay for gas, which is alot conisdering my salary... and i happen to have an extra $300 sitting around, would you buy it, now that you know what effects it has?

the real shocker · September 17th, 2007, 08:04 PM

for the time being... if you are trying to squeeze every ounce of hp out then sure... its worth it. On the other hand an ebay CAI will not be but $50, and produce may 2-3 WHP less than the JLT

you have to weigh your options though... for that money, you could have a set of Ford Racing 4.10's at your front door too... just save a little more for installation, or find someone to help you

mustangmanic · September 17th, 2007, 08:11 PM

Very true... I hear all this hype about the JLT and how much better a carbon fiber cai is compaired to an aluminum one. I know its b/c it just doesnt get as hot, but say i do order an ebay piece of crap, how will that work with my MAF and all, will i have to use my stock? b/c i know, well i think the JLT comes with a MAF right?

00vabchgt · September 17th, 2007, 08:14 PM

the JLT doesn't come with a MAF. it has an adapter to let it fit the stock MAF or an aftermarket MAF. and the JLT CAI relocates the MAF to the fenderwell.

the real shocker · September 17th, 2007, 08:15 PM

no.... you use your stock MAF with both the ebay ones & the JLT

I ran a EBAY aluminum CAI on my car for over a year... and when i installed my JLT... i felt zero difference

don't get me wrong, I love my JLT RAI, and it sure does look good... but when comparing the two power wise, there is minimal power difference

HMUSN · September 17th, 2007, 08:15 PM

the Carbon Fiber one is just lighter.. thats all.

the JLT doesn't come with a maf. you use your own maf.

overall the JLT is an great mod.

mustangmanic · September 17th, 2007, 08:19 PM

ok well now i'm debating myself... should i get the CAI or some steeda UD pullies, i know they both are minimal in the HP increase, but what would u guys suggest> sry for all the questions.

HMUSN · September 17th, 2007, 08:21 PM

no reason to be sorry for questions.

I bought the JLT for my GT and it makes a little power and It looks Great under the hood.

ChrisJ · September 17th, 2007, 08:22 PM

Buy a JLT CAI and then save for some UDP's...

With the intake mods you already ahve you will benefit with the CAI...But dont expect it to make your car a new car...

mustangmanic · September 17th, 2007, 08:33 PM

alright. Well i'm buyin it right after i type this, then with some bday money coming up, i'm gonna buy some UDP's, and then next save up for an SCT

ChrisJ · September 17th, 2007, 08:35 PM

Sounds like a plan...

HMUSN · September 17th, 2007, 08:35 PM

good deal.

pics are a must when you install it

mustangmanic · September 17th, 2007, 08:38 PM

haha will do. How long does the install usually take?

00vabchgt · September 17th, 2007, 08:39 PM

took me about an hour or so with smoke breaks.

HMUSN · September 17th, 2007, 08:39 PM

it depends on you.

do you suck with basic hand tools?

mustangmanic · September 17th, 2007, 08:40 PM

haha no. I'm actually quite the handy man.

September 17th, 2007, 07:54 PM	#1
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,760	Gettin a CAI tonight but i have a quick question... Ok well in about an hour or so i'm buying a JLT cai via american muscle, the question i have is... after i install it, will it really give me a better engine/throttle sound? will i really be able to feel the extra 10 or so horses? __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq

September 17th, 2007, 07:55 PM	#2
the real shocker Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.00 @ 105 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 1,763	maybe just the slightest bit....and the difference in feel will be minimal if any __________________

September 17th, 2007, 07:58 PM	#3
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,760	Do you really think its worth it.. i mean $230 for a tiny ass gain is really expensive u kno, maybe not for alot of you guys but for me, right now, it is. Should i wait? __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq

September 17th, 2007, 07:59 PM	#4
blue03mach1 Regular Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 341	well... when i put jlt short ram on my mach ( would of gotten cai but i wanted the ram air to still be functional) i noticed the difference and it ran alittle more on the rich side as well... i think you will notice it. __________________ 2008 roush 427 2003 mach1- 4 10s, mac prochamber, JLT short ram. soon- 03-04 cobra bumper, 10k hids, and d1 sc procharger

September 17th, 2007, 08:03 PM	#5
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,760	i kno wat ur sayin... but say ur 18, u make $7/hr, u have to pay for 1/2 insurance every 3 months (parents pay other 1/2), and have to pay for gas, which is alot conisdering my salary... and i happen to have an extra $300 sitting around, would you buy it, now that you know what effects it has? __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq

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September 17th, 2007, 08:04 PM	#6
the real shocker Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.00 @ 105 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 1,763	for the time being... if you are trying to squeeze every ounce of hp out then sure... its worth it. On the other hand an ebay CAI will not be but $50, and produce may 2-3 WHP less than the JLT you have to weigh your options though... for that money, you could have a set of Ford Racing 4.10's at your front door too... just save a little more for installation, or find someone to help you __________________

September 17th, 2007, 08:11 PM	#7
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,760	Very true... I hear all this hype about the JLT and how much better a carbon fiber cai is compaired to an aluminum one. I know its b/c it just doesnt get as hot, but say i do order an ebay piece of crap, how will that work with my MAF and all, will i have to use my stock? b/c i know, well i think the JLT comes with a MAF right? __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq

September 17th, 2007, 08:15 PM	#9
the real shocker Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.00 @ 105 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 1,763	no.... you use your stock MAF with both the ebay ones & the JLT I ran a EBAY aluminum CAI on my car for over a year... and when i installed my JLT... i felt zero difference don't get me wrong, I love my JLT RAI, and it sure does look good... but when comparing the two power wise, there is minimal power difference __________________

September 17th, 2007, 08:15 PM	#10
HMUSN Doc 91 Sonic Blue Goodness 19.83 @ 12mph Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 27,311	the Carbon Fiber one is just lighter.. thats all. the JLT doesn't come with a maf. you use your own maf. overall the JLT is an great mod.

September 17th, 2007, 08:19 PM	#11
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,760	ok well now i'm debating myself... should i get the CAI or some steeda UD pullies, i know they both are minimal in the HP increase, but what would u guys suggest> sry for all the questions. __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq

September 17th, 2007, 08:21 PM	#12
HMUSN Doc 91 Sonic Blue Goodness 19.83 @ 12mph Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 27,311	no reason to be sorry for questions. I bought the JLT for my GT and it makes a little power and It looks Great under the hood.

September 17th, 2007, 08:22 PM	#13
ChrisJ MuchCoolerThanGTsetGO 2002 Mustang GT SLOW Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Shepherdsville, Kentucky Posts: 16,281	Buy a JLT CAI and then save for some UDP's... With the intake mods you already ahve you will benefit with the CAI...But dont expect it to make your car a new car... __________________ My Junk www.myspace.com/cjobe

September 17th, 2007, 08:33 PM	#14
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,760	alright. Well i'm buyin it right after i type this, then with some bday money coming up, i'm gonna buy some UDP's, and then next save up for an SCT __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq

September 17th, 2007, 08:35 PM	#15
ChrisJ MuchCoolerThanGTsetGO 2002 Mustang GT SLOW Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Shepherdsville, Kentucky Posts: 16,281	Sounds like a plan... __________________ My Junk www.myspace.com/cjobe

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September 17th, 2007, 08:38 PM	#17
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,760	haha will do. How long does the install usually take? __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq

September 17th, 2007, 08:39 PM	#19
HMUSN Doc 91 Sonic Blue Goodness 19.83 @ 12mph Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 27,311	it depends on you. do you suck with basic hand tools?

September 17th, 2007, 08:40 PM	#20
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,760	haha no. I'm actually quite the handy man. __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq