MS CAI DYI Installation - easy?
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MS CAI DYI Installation - easy?
I've searched but didn't find a thread specific to the CAI installation. I see how easy it is to remove the front bumper assembly but when I look at the CAI instructions and all the parts in the box...it looks a little intimidating. Is there a DYI thread and how long should it take?
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I ordered a Mazdaspeed CAI and it should be here probably by tomorrow.
I never installed one but Im sure its not hard.
Just take VFAD out, everything else after is pretty straight forward.
(I said this bcuz I took the VFAD off by myself 2 yrs ago and installed the RB duct, back then I was a super noob and I still found it easy, RB duct still on car)
maybe I can make a DIY when I get my kit, depends on my mood.
I never installed one but Im sure its not hard.
Just take VFAD out, everything else after is pretty straight forward.
(I said this bcuz I took the VFAD off by myself 2 yrs ago and installed the RB duct, back then I was a super noob and I still found it easy, RB duct still on car)
maybe I can make a DIY when I get my kit, depends on my mood.
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Just make sure you un-attach the correct vacuum lines on the intake manifold. The one towards the front of the car not the back. Also you may want to purchase vacuum caps from the auto parts store the on they give you is a real pain in the *** to put on. The size you need is 3/16" that should make it a little easier.
Any questions pm me.
Any questions pm me.
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Vacuum caps? Hmm - I'll take a look at it before doing anything. I'd like to do this myself. But since I also have the MS exhaust, strut tower and rear brace, RB sways and links and a set of rotors/brakes to install, I've asked my local dealer for a package labor quote....should get it tomorrow am. I'm far more experienced working on motorcycles these days than cars. I know it can all be done DIY but there may be some economy and speed to having the dealer do it all.....corrrectly the first time.
Best case, I'll have him do the rotors and I'll do the rest.
Best case, I'll have him do the rotors and I'll do the rest.
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Vacuum caps? Hmm - I'll take a look at it before doing anything. I'd like to do this myself. But since I also have the MS exhaust, strut tower and rear brace, RB sways and links and a set of rotors/brakes to install, I've asked my local dealer for a package labor quote....should get it tomorrow am. I'm far more experienced working on motorcycles these days than cars. I know it can all be done DIY but there may be some economy and speed to having the dealer do it all.....corrrectly the first time.
Best case, I'll have him do the rotors and I'll do the rest.
Best case, I'll have him do the rotors and I'll do the rest.
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I tried a Borla many years ago on my BMW E36 M3 and removed it because it was too loud and reverberated the inside of the car at low RPM's. Quite often, I return to stock too - even on my motorcycles. But this car isn't a daily driver...more of a garage queen that I enjoy playing or to use in a pinch. A little testosterone is fine as long as it's 'sophisticated', not just loud.
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OK, I'll bite. Why am I capping these if the car isn't running?? Told you...I'm new to this....but not unwilling to try.
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Well I'm no where near that....
So to clarify, it appears that everyone who has installed the MS intake (from this thread) needed to purchase a cap for the VFAD nipple on the intake manifold?
Does this mean that Mazda's intake doesn't already come with one or did I miss something?
So to clarify, it appears that everyone who has installed the MS intake (from this thread) needed to purchase a cap for the VFAD nipple on the intake manifold?
Does this mean that Mazda's intake doesn't already come with one or did I miss something?
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OK, thanks everyone...and especially for the tip on the vacuum cap. Now if the darn parts would just all arrive.....
I'm like a little kid waiting for Santa Clause to bring the presents. I want to get this stuff installed! And I'm praying that it doesn't sound like a Civic when I'm done.
I'm like a little kid waiting for Santa Clause to bring the presents. I want to get this stuff installed! And I'm praying that it doesn't sound like a Civic when I'm done.
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Jon316G is correct. No Civic Sound. I did the AEM CAI and I'm no mechanic by all means. You'll be fine. Ask a friend for help as well that has experience with this stuff. That allways help the confidence level as well.
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OK, thanks everyone...and especially for the tip on the vacuum cap. Now if the darn parts would just all arrive.....
I'm like a little kid waiting for Santa Clause to bring the presents. I want to get this stuff installed! And I'm praying that it doesn't sound like a Civic when I'm done.
I'm like a little kid waiting for Santa Clause to bring the presents. I want to get this stuff installed! And I'm praying that it doesn't sound like a Civic when I'm done.