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Old 09-03-2006, 04:11 AM
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Originally Posted by manoverboard987
some say that the K&N plus snowbox removal is actually better for airflow than a CAI with the filter on the tip.
Reason I have heard given for this is that the stock airbox does a better job insulating the intake from hot engine air than a CAI, even one with a heat shield.
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