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Old Jun 18, 2007 | 05:33 PM
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Ok, I did a bunch of searching on this, but have not found the answers I'm looking for. The Fujita CAI for a 06' tC looks like a good product for under $200. The only thing holding me back from buying it, is that I heard there is problems with the c.e.l coming on due to the fact that the piping size is 2.75" and the M.A.F sensor is calibrated for 2.5" piping. If this is the case then I might switch my mind over to the AEM cai. I'm assuming that this could be why the Fujita is dropping in price. If some peeps with knowledge and info on this can help me out, I would very much appreciated. Thanks!
Old Jun 18, 2007 | 08:54 PM
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My buddy has an 06 with fujita, it sounds great, works great and has no such problem.
Old Jun 18, 2007 | 09:15 PM
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I've been looking at this issue too...it seems that this problem is mostly with the 2007 version from what I've read, but I could be wrong. I'm looking to get a CAI soonish too, and while I'd prefer the Injen, the price of the Fujuita (crazy deals on Ebay lately) is pretty tempting...
Old Jun 18, 2007 | 10:28 PM
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Go with fujita, for the money, I would have, it's just a sound piece, not much for performance.
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 02:46 AM
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the problem with fujita is only on 07s... ur fine with an 06...
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 02:56 AM
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Why would there be an issue with the fujita being 2.75, the Injen is 3" if I'm not mistaken
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 03:44 AM
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^^ the injen goes down to 2.5" or so where the MAF is connected.
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 03:48 AM
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Oh, thx Squall Injen FTW
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 01:45 PM
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no issues, i had it for over 3 months now, no problem at all
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 04:49 PM
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Hey thanks for all the responses everybody! I did not no that the problem was only with the 07's. Maybe I will go with the Fujita after all, I also like the idea that it uses a dry filter like the AEM too. Thanks again!
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Ah it uses a dry filter? Nice! It also is supposed to mount to a different place than the injen/k&n CAI's, meaning it's not supposed to break a certain bracket either. It's supposed to gain a little less compared to the Injen, but it's still pretty tempting.
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 05:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Chaos_Being
Ah it uses a dry filter? Nice! It also is supposed to mount to a different place than the injen/k&n CAI's, meaning it's not supposed to break a certain bracket either. It's supposed to gain a little less compared to the Injen, but it's still pretty tempting.
Yea it does use a dry filter, On their website it states that the filter can be used dry or with oil, but they recomend using it dry! Yes very tempting indeed!
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 05:27 PM
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Check out my link. I am selling a bunch of Fujita intakes recently because they are raising their prices 20% next month! Jump on it now while they are cheaper

https://www.scionlife.com/forums/vie...176811&start=0

I also have Injen Intakes and Exhausts. Well I dont but Steve here in Boise does!
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 05:34 PM
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yeah its the 07's that get all ____y.
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 05:41 PM
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My buddy here has the 07 with over 7,000 miles on that intake and no problems yet......

Here is a video taken a week ago

http://s21.photobucket.com/albums/b2...t=MVI_4348.flv
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 05:53 PM
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Does anyone know the filter size on the Fujita? If I grab one, I'd probably want to get an Injen hydrosheild as well to be on the safe side (especially since I am missing the little punch-out "fake grill" thing on the driver's side of my bumper.)
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 09:31 PM
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The filter demensions are 2.75" Filter, 4.625" x 6.00"

And your wanting the sheild that holds the intake in place in that cubby hole to the right?
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 09:41 PM
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That's 6" at the base, and 4.6" tall?

And THANK YOU!
Old Jun 19, 2007 | 09:49 PM
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I think its the other way around lol, dont hold me to that!
Old Jun 20, 2007 | 06:32 AM
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Hey thanks again everybody for your info, you have been a great help! I think I'll purchase the Fujita cai and give it a try!



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