TRD Intake ! CAI ?!

[Hanakuso]

Originally Posted by Cadenz

You guys think Subaru would hassle me much on potential warranty issues if I were to get a TRD branded intake, or treat it as factory compliant like on an FR-S?

If they really want to hassle you then yes it could give you potential warranty issues.

CARB wouldn't be legal as well since i'm guessing TRD only applied for this intake on the FRS. Although I have doubts any cop would give you crap, the cops that do know the twins are essentially the same car would probably think it's cool.

[Mars2]

Originally Posted by Mars2

what is the length and width of the filter to calculate area and compare to the OEM one.

Got the mesurement on the other thread of TRD filter so if not wrong with my math it's about 58-59% increase fllter area compare to OEM. Not bad!

Would like to know what is the length and diameter of Perrin filter to calculate area of it (Length x Diameter x 3.1416...)

[Jeff86]

I wish they'd make the air box so big that I could use the AC filters for my house in it

[shu5892001]

Originally Posted by Jeff86

I wish they'd make the air box so big that I could use the AC filters for my house in it

[tripjammer]

LMAO!

[Spartan65]

I still can't believe there are no Air Straighteners here. Especially near the MAF like the factory box. Seems like they cut some corners and rushed this box into production.

[Red2Liter]

OK, We installed the TRD CAI on the BRZ this AM. The instructions and parts were all quality and the install required about 25 minutes. Some hardware from the OEM CAI were used in the install. The original MAF sensor is simply moved to the new airbox. If you look at your engines I believe the covers say both Toyota and Subaru; I doubt that you will encounter any crap from your dealer on warrenty issues

Note: this was included in the instructions___

" If your state requires an Emissions Complianc Label, one may be ordered through your Scion dealer or the Toyota Materials Distribution Center (MDC) 310-468-9800 or MDC@toyota.com"

Also: "This TRD Performance Air Intake Kit has received 50-State Emmisions Compliance via the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Not all states require the Emission Compliance Label for this TRD Performance Air Intake Kit, please order MDC part number 00602-21140. Proof of ownership may be required."

Next up---I do not have access to a dyno. I am 71 years-old and have been an SCCA licensed driver as well having driven a variety of performance machinery my whole life. It's my opinion that the TRD CAI has dramatically improved the low-end torque. When I roll on the throttle I'm getting a nice seamless torque response throughout the RPM range, where the OEM setup was peaky at best. All of the OEM system is removed except the last little bit of the sound tube, which is blocked off with a cap. The cabin is slightly less noisy, I can now hear the injectors clicking (a common Subaru trait). The engine now sounds like an engine; lovely, smooth mechanical sounds instead of that "artifical sound-tube." There is no "magic" bullet to increase horsepower without spending cubic dollars. Subaru and Toyota have equipped these cars with technology that was common only to real racing cars not so many years ago. My goal has been to enhance my BRZ with practical additions that increase my driving pleasure and enjoyment. The only other items I've added were a master cylinder brace and braided stainless brakelines. These enhancements have produced a much firmer pedal that reminds of race cars I've driven. Now I'm going to enjoy driving the car and "learning" to get the most out of it with what skills I still have.

[Red2Liter]

Originally Posted by Spartan65

I still can't believe there are no Air Straighteners here. Especially near the MAF like the factory box. Seems like they cut some corners and rushed this box into production.

The TRD tube comes right off the CAI and has a straight path to the throttle body with no resonators creating pulses and no curved tubes.

[Red2Liter]

OK, We installed the TRD CAI on the BRZ this AM. The instructions and parts were all quality and the install required about 25 minutes. Some hardware from the OEM CAI were used in the install. The original MAF sensor is simply moved to the new airbox. If you look at your engines I believe the covers say both Toyota and Subaru; I doubt that you will encounter any crap from your dealer on warranty issues

Note: this was included in the instructions___

" If your state requires an Emissions Complianc Label, one may be ordered through your Scion dealer or the Toyota Materials Distribution Center (MDC) 310-468-9800 or MDC@toyota.com"

Also: "This TRD Performance Air Intake Kit has recieved 50-State Emmisions Compliance via the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Not all states require the Emission Compliance Label for this TRD Performance Air Intake Kit, please order MDC part number 00602-21140. Proof of ownership may be required."

Next up---I do not have access to a dyno. I am 71 years-old and have been an SCCA licensed driver as well having driven a variety of performance machinery my whole life. It's my opinion that the TRD CAI has dramatically improved the low-end torque. When I roll on the throttle I'm getting a nice seamless torque response throughout the RPM range, where the OEM setup was peaky at best. All of the OEM system is removed except the last little bit of the sound tube, which is blocked off with a cap. The cabin is slightly less noisy, I can now hear the injectors clicking (a common Subaru trait). The engine now sounds like an engine; lovely, smooth mechanical sounds instead of that "artifical sound-tube." There is no "magic" bullet to increase horsepower without spending cubic dollars. Subaru and Toyota have equipped these cars with technology that was common only to real racing cars not so many years ago. My goal has been to enhance my BRZ with practical additions that increase my driving pleasure and enjoyment. The only other items I've added were a master cylinder brace and braided stainless brakelines. These enhancements have produced a much firmer pedal that reminds of race cars I've driven. Now I'm going to enjoy driving the car and "learning" to get the most out of it with what skills I still have.

[2forme]

Originally Posted by Red2Liter

The TRD tube comes right off the CAI and has a straight path to the throttle body with no resonators creating pulses and no curved tubes.

The stock box has no curves before the MAF either. The straighteners were used to help the MAF reading. Anything after the MAF is irrelevant unless its super restrictive.

[shu5892001]

Originally Posted by Red2Liter

OK, We installed the TRD CAI on the BRZ this AM. The instructions and parts were all quality and the install required about 25 minutes. Some hardware from the OEM CAI were used in the install. The original MAF sensor is simply moved to the new airbox. If you look at your engines I believe the covers say both Toyota and Subaru; I doubt that you will encounter any crap from your dealer on warranty issues

Note: this was included in the instructions___

" If your state requires an Emissions Complianc Label, one may be ordered through your Scion dealer or the Toyota Materials Distribution Center (MDC) 310-468-9800 or MDC@toyota.com"

Also: "This TRD Performance Air Intake Kit has recieved 50-State Emmisions Compliance via the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Not all states require the Emission Compliance Label for this TRD Performance Air Intake Kit, please order MDC part number 00602-21140. Proof of ownership may be required."

Next up---I do not have access to a dyno. I am 71 years-old and have been an SCCA licensed driver as well having driven a variety of performance machinery my whole life. It's my opinion that the TRD CAI has dramatically improved the low-end torque. When I roll on the throttle I'm getting a nice seamless torque response throughout the RPM range, where the OEM setup was peaky at best. All of the OEM system is removed except the last little bit of the sound tube, which is blocked off with a cap. The cabin is slightly less noisy, I can now hear the injectors clicking (a common Subaru trait). The engine now sounds like an engine; lovely, smooth mechanical sounds instead of that "artifical sound-tube." There is no "magic" bullet to increase horsepower without spending cubic dollars. Subaru and Toyota have equipped these cars with technology that was common only to real racing cars not so many years ago. My goal has been to enhance my BRZ with practical additions that increase my driving pleasure and enjoyment. The only other items I've added were a master cylinder brace and braided stainless brakelines. These enhancements have produced a much firmer pedal that reminds of race cars I've driven. Now I'm going to enjoy driving the car and "learning" to get the most out of it with what skills I still have.

Good to hear!

[OrbitalEllipses]

Originally Posted by Red2Liter

OK, We installed the TRD CAI on the BRZ this AM. The instructions and parts were all quality and the install required about 25 minutes. Some hardware from the OEM CAI were used in the install. The original MAF sensor is simply moved to the new airbox. If you look at your engines I believe the covers say both Toyota and Subaru; I doubt that you will encounter any crap from your dealer on warranty issues

Note: this was included in the instructions___

" If your state requires an Emissions Complianc Label, one may be ordered through your Scion dealer or the Toyota Materials Distribution Center (MDC) 310-468-9800 or MDC@toyota.com"

Also: "This TRD Performance Air Intake Kit has recieved 50-State Emmisions Compliance via the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Not all states require the Emission Compliance Label for this TRD Performance Air Intake Kit, please order MDC part number 00602-21140. Proof of ownership may be required."

Next up---I do not have access to a dyno. I am 71 years-old and have been an SCCA licensed driver as well having driven a variety of performance machinery my whole life. It's my opinion that the TRD CAI has dramatically improved the low-end torque. When I roll on the throttle I'm getting a nice seamless torque response throughout the RPM range, where the OEM setup was peaky at best. All of the OEM system is removed except the last little bit of the sound tube, which is blocked off with a cap. The cabin is slightly less noisy, I can now hear the injectors clicking (a common Subaru trait). The engine now sounds like an engine; lovely, smooth mechanical sounds instead of that "artifical sound-tube." There is no "magic" bullet to increase horsepower without spending cubic dollars. Subaru and Toyota have equipped these cars with technology that was common only to real racing cars not so many years ago. My goal has been to enhance my BRZ with practical additions that increase my driving pleasure and enjoyment. The only other items I've added were a master cylinder brace and braided stainless brakelines. These enhancements have produced a much firmer pedal that reminds of race cars I've driven. Now I'm going to enjoy driving the car and "learning" to get the most out of it with what skills I still have.

You sure it's not your brittle bones becoming more sensitive to gravity?

[Red2Liter]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

You sure it's not your brittle bones becoming more sensitive to gravity?

Could be, I've been around long enough to know I shouldn't rule anything out. Before you all scoff; when asked to what he attributed his driving success, Mario Andretti pointed to his butt and said, "it's all right here."

[tripjammer]

Red2Liter, you almost got me sold!

If i get one in time, I will be able to dyno it on the 20th....