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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 02:10 AM
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I'm looking to purchase an Injen CAI (black) intake for my 08 Scion tC.

1) Is there a site you guys recommend for the best price?

2) I live in NY where it doesn't rain much. Do I need a hydro cover?

3) Would I run into any issues with the check engine light coming on?

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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 02:31 AM
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1. ebay would probably be the cheapest, but I'd rather give my business to dezod, ptuning, etc.

2. Nope

3. Nope
Old Sep 6, 2012 | 03:30 AM
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I think I'll jump on this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/INJEN-COLD-A...ht_4688wt_1021
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Originally Posted by Paradynos
1. ebay would probably be the cheapest, but I'd rather give my business to dezod, ptuning, etc.

2. Nope

3. Nope
Thanks for your input dude
Old Sep 6, 2012 | 03:46 AM
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I just got one off ebay for $225 a few weeks ago. Im running short ram and no check engine light yet. You dont need hydro cover if you still have all your fender liners and splash guards.
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I live in Mass, and have the hydro cover on mine - well worth the few extra bucks. I've driven through some pretty heavy rain, and decent size puddles - water can definately splash up in there, even with the splash guards and fender liners in place. It's not intended to protect you from hydro-lock if you submerge the filter, but it keeps out the water in every day driving.
If nothing else, it serves as a pre-filter, keeps a lot of crap from even getting to the filter element. Get one.
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No CEL light on
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