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Old 08-14-2012, 01:40 AM
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Default Thinking of installing a CAI

2005 xB, just hit 45K. Thinking of maybe a few things and one includes a CAI.

Saw this one: http://www.injen.com/docs/other/sear...lID=154&Eng=L4

Then my next question, is this a real tough install?
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Old 08-14-2012, 02:26 AM
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If you can change a tire, you can install this intake.
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Remember about CARB legality. My SRI was an easy install. CAI I would assume might be harder, but you should be able to do it yourself.
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"DC Headers | Fujita SRI | TRD Exhaust | Hotchkis Rear Sway Bar | 8000K HID JDM Fog Lights
15" MB Wheels: Drifter Gloss Black | IPCW Euro LED Tails | IPCW Projector Fronts with Angels
FlowLighting Blaze 7 Underglow | 12" Kenwood Sub w/ 1800W Class D Amp | Neo iPhone Adapter | LED Dome
JDM Window Visors | Rostra Cruise Control | Aftermarket Front Bumper Grilles | eTrailer.com Custom Tow Hitch Kit"

this suggests it all. this do0d knows what he's talking about. He'd better be kidding about the underglow though.
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Originally Posted by TheQuietThings
If you can change a tire, you can install this intake.
pretty much
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Originally Posted by surfcity40
"DC Headers | Fujita SRI | TRD Exhaust | Hotchkis Rear Sway Bar | 8000K HID JDM Fog Lights
15" MB Wheels: Drifter Gloss Black | IPCW Euro LED Tails | IPCW Projector Fronts with Angels
FlowLighting Blaze 7 Underglow | 12" Kenwood Sub w/ 1800W Class D Amp | Neo iPhone Adapter | LED Dome
JDM Window Visors | Rostra Cruise Control | Aftermarket Front Bumper Grilles | eTrailer.com Custom Tow Hitch Kit"

this suggests it all. this do0d knows what he's talking about. He'd better be kidding about the underglow though.
You better believe it buddy. Fully legal in Cali. Ride it on nightly :D
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CAI is a definite improvement!!! I did mine and it could not have been easier. I have a 2005 BSP xB. I average 35mpg.
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