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[bubbrubb]

I find this interesting because I have datalogged a few different cars with different intakes and found very little difference between the CAI and RAI.

I myself have owned a JLT High Boost CAI and switched to a RAI and the only time I saw a difference was when the car was sitting still. The IAT1 would be a little higher with the RAI. As soon as I started moving even 10 mph, the IAT's were equal.

Another thing to note is that I could really care less about the IAT1 anyway. The IAT2's on my car were always around 30-40* over ambient at the end of a pull no matter what intake I had on.

Because of my own personal research and datalogging, I choose the RAI due less bends, fitment and easy of maintenance.

BTW: this was tested in the Texas heat!

:beer:
datalogging > bench racing. Kevin FTW

 

[mu22stang]

I find this interesting because I have datalogged a few different cars with different intakes and found very little difference between the CAI and RAI.

I myself have owned a JLT High Boost CAI and switched to a RAI and the only time I saw a difference was when the car was sitting still. The IAT1 would be a little higher with the RAI. As soon as I started moving even 10 mph, the IAT's were equal.

Another thing to note is that I could really care less about the IAT1 anyway. The IAT2's on my car were always around 30-40* over ambient at the end of a pull no matter what intake I had on.

Because of my own personal research and datalogging, I choose the RAI due less bends, fitment and easy of maintenance.

BTW: this was tested in the Texas heat!

+1 I'm running an FIPK in Texas heat as well, my IAT1s are the same as ambient temps whilst moving. Slow03Cobra, I'm not sure why your temps would be any different.

 

[OrangeCobra2004]

Don't be dissin on the good ol K&N, I love mine and haven't had any problems with it.

 

[SM0KE]

I find this interesting because I have datalogged a few different cars with different intakes and found very little difference between the CAI and RAI.

I myself have owned a JLT High Boost CAI and switched to a RAI and the only time I saw a difference was when the car was sitting still. The IAT1 would be a little higher with the RAI. As soon as I started moving even 10 mph, the IAT's were equal.

Another thing to note is that I could really care less about the IAT1 anyway. The IAT2's on my car were always around 30-40* over ambient at the end of a pull no matter what intake I had on.

Because of my own personal research and datalogging, I choose the RAI due less bends, fitment and easy of maintenance.

BTW: this was tested in the Texas heat!

Ya, I don't know man. I've had a few other people tell me they don't have the high IAT's w/ a RAI. Who knows though, man. I don't know of any twin screw cars in Phoenix that have a RAI for the same reasons. However, I owned my last Cobra when I was in Kansas and had the same experiences w/ it too. Oh well, different strokes for different folks, I guess. I just figured I'd give him my personal experiences w/ different setups to help him make his decision.

 

[04sleeper]

Ya, I don't know man. I've had a few other people tell me they don't have the high IAT's w/ a RAI. Who knows though, man. I don't know of any twin screw cars in Phoenix that have a RAI for the same reasons. However, I owned my last Cobra when I was in Kansas and had the same experiences w/ it too. Oh well, different strokes for different folks, I guess. I just figured I'd give him my personal experiences w/ different setups to help him make his decision.

It's all good. The more information we provide the better. Even if sometimes the data can be conflicting. :beer:

Every car is different. That's why I would rather try something for myself and see what it does rather than take someones word for it.

I guess that's why I tune my car myself as well.

 

[mu22stang]

Don't be dissin on the good ol K&N, I love mine and haven't had any problems with it.

I'm not sure if this is directed at me. I wasn't providing an opinion at all, just stating that IAT1s should be the same as ambient temperatures with any RAI, unless you're stationary. I have the FIPK and I love it too. :beer:

 

[SM0KE]

I'm not sure if this is directed at me. I wasn't providing an opinion at all, just stating that IAT2s should be the same as ambient temperatures with any RAI, unless you're stationary. I have the FIPK and I love it too. :beer:

You mean IAT1's are the same as ambient temps?

 

[mu22stang]

You mean IAT1's are the same as ambient temps?

Doh! Yes, IAT1s.

 

[baginoman]

hahahha so u finally found one huh Chris!? nice man. cant wait to see her results:rockon:

Did u purchase it here on svtp?

 

[SVT03Chris]

Good information Kevin.

Thanks for all the replies guys. I'm going to go with the JLT RAI from Jared @ Lethal.

 

[TwinTurbo4vGT]

Good information Kevin.

Thanks for all the replies guys. I'm going to go with the JLT RAI from Jared @ Lethal.

chris Might i suggest going with the Carbon fiber one from JLT? They make it in blue carbon fiber. Also ditch that stock air filter and get a Amsoil Synthetic one, they dont need to be oiled and only need to be air cleaned once a year!

http://www.amsoil.com/catalog.aspx?GroupID=24 for the filter U want to order EAAU4090

 

[Ryan]

Keep the insults out of here.
Keep the technical talk & debate going.

 

[SVT03Chris]

chris Might i suggest going with the Carbon fiber one from JLT? They make it in blue carbon fiber. Also ditch that stock air filter and get a Amsoil Synthetic one, they dont need to be oiled and only need to be air cleaned once a year!

AMSOIL Ea Air Filters - Nanofiber Technology for the filter U want to order EAAU4090

Thanks :beer:

 

[TERMIN8U!]

JLT "High Boost" CAI. Im running one on my Eaton, and Ive run one of my KB2.2 and it worked great.
I like JLT because they are built great and have a great rep. I dont get all this fanboy bullshit, if something works great why change. K&N makes great intakes along with other brands but I personally like JLT and have ran them on all my cobras Ive owned.

 

[gx00850]

I guess I don't get it. Why wouldn't the RAI make more HP since there are no bends. I think this would be even more critical with a TS. As long as the car is not sitting at a red light the car would still have cool air flowing. I am hitting over 17 psi now on a Whipple so I either need to go with the CAI high boost or the RAI. Right now I am leaning towards the RAI (even though they do not look as good). My tuner also recommended the RAI.

Any additional opinions?

 

[SVT03Chris]

I guess I don't get it. Why wouldn't the RAI make more HP since there are no bends. I think this would be even more critical with a TS. As long as the car is not sitting at a red light the car would still have cool air flowing. I am hitting over 17 psi now on a Whipple so I either need to go with the CAI high boost or the RAI. Right now I am leaning towards the RAI (even though they do not look as good). My tuner also recommended the RAI.

Any additional opinions?

I bought the RAI. I like the idea of having a straight shot of cold air and not going through the bends. Also when I go to the track, I can pop my headlight out for even more fresh air since the filter is right there. :coolman:

It makes it even better that it is one of the cheapest ones on Lethal's site. Mine came into today and will be putting it on tomorrow. :rockon:

 

[Brutal Metal]

The debate still goes on! I'm normally aspirated but here's what happened when I dyno'ed first my Densecharger CAI with filter in the down position then a brand new JLT RAI on the same day. Everyone was bragging about how GREAT the RAI is!
I LOST almost 7 RWHP with it! The Densecharger is back on and I'll be ordering a 9"X4.5"
S&B open air filter for it to replace the small one it originally came with. The JLT is in a box in my closet!

 

[SVT03Chris]

The debate still goes on! I'm normally aspirated but here's what happened when I dyno'ed first my Densecharger CAI with filter in the down position then a brand new JLT RAI on the same day. Everyone was bragging about how GREAT the RAI is!
I LOST almost 7 RWHP with it! The Densecharger is back on and I'll be ordering a 9"X4.5"
S&B open air filter for it to replace the small one it originally came with. The JLT is in a box in my closet!

What vehicle was this on? An 03/04 Cobra?

 

[RAZRS EDGE]

Cool! You'll enjoy it. Have fun!

 

[venom1997]

i was going to buy a jlt rai for my 97 cobra 150 bucks but made my own with 4 inch aluminum tubing for about 60 bucks.

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