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Old Nov 3, 2006 | 01:58 AM
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Why is the 07 intake different from the 05-06 Injen intakes? I wasn't aware that there were any changes for 07 that would make the intake any different. I have an 07 BSP and the Injen for the 07's is like $75 more!! If anyone could shed some light on this, that would be great! Thanks.
Old Nov 3, 2006 | 02:00 AM
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MAF placement is different.

Buy an Injen for the '07 model year.
Old Nov 3, 2006 | 02:44 AM
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^ X2, the only difference is not the placement, but the size and the mounting of the maf. As opposed to a lateral screw placement, it is staggered, and it is a little bit differently shaped. Ptuning.com has them for good prices and they ship really quick.
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I know the Injen is one of the best CAI's for the tC but is it the only model specificly made for the 07? Seems like I might be limited in choices here.
Old Nov 3, 2006 | 02:52 AM
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So far, yes.
Old Nov 3, 2006 | 03:06 AM
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I've got it and it freaking rocks for my 07. Go with it.
Old Nov 3, 2006 | 03:10 AM
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I believe injen and trd are the only options for the 07 right now. Id go with trdsparks or ptuning.com. Ive had good experiences with both sites.
Old Nov 3, 2006 | 06:50 AM
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MAF is different along with your exhaust manifold

aftermarket intakes and headers need to be checked to make sure they fit on your car.

intakes for sure need to be.
Old Nov 3, 2006 | 07:36 PM
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I would expect the 07 intakes to carry a hefty price tag until they can recoup some of their R&D costs
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What's the sound like? Power gains? Same as the 06? I know on the 05-06 the intake sounded evil on accelleration... Like a turbo sound almost lol
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Yeah it sounds nasty. Nice breath at a pump of the gas, gains are 12hp, and probably about 2-4whp, nothing significant as with any CAI, the bling in the engine bay, the nasty sound, and the gains make it totally worth it. I think i paid about 250 for mine.
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i want one bad! man i wish i had a butload of money!
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