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Originally Posted by vtmike
Looks like resonated is the best option.
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Proven by Mishomoto with these fine words:
https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=61621
"Utilizing the Mishimoto induction hose and a high-flow panel air filter, and with the noise amplifier removed, we were able to gain 6 horsepower and 3 torque over the all-stock setup. We also saw a loss in power with the resonator removed, so the resonator should be retained if you are using the factory airbox setup."
Trust the engineers, they know stuff. And just to beat a dead horse, its your car - do what you want.
Additionally, after reading 27 pages of comments on if removing the resonator box is beneficial or not, it is my final conclusion that you lose some power in the lower rpms, and is not a great mod if you drive in that range.
However, if you dont mind a bit of power loss (ha) but want a cleaner engine bay, cap it off. I'd only do so to show my sweet red Perrin light weight crank pulley. Who needs a giant black box blocking that view!? Now if I only didnt also read 13 forum posts and 100 comments on light weight pulleys and their benefits, or lack thereof... glad I didnt buy into the hype.