VKBSC3

Hey all,

I finally decided to sit down and grind out my BFI, and let me tell you it was worth it I'm feeling a lot more pull through the higher RPMs and the new sound is definitely a plus! Special thanks to Scott for all the help

Here goes:

Stock airbox



Modified airbox:



This was hard to do because all I had on me was a Dremel with a grinding head! Wasn't as precise as I'd like but it'll do for now.

Lid template:



My measurements were off on this one, my Sharpie ended up dipping under the airbox when I was tracing the top and it gave me a slight gap. Will be redoing soon!

Finished lid:



Was a bit worried about the trim on the end that seals to the frame, hopefully it doesn't melt being that close to the radiator

Box and lid fitment:



Notice the gaps...will need to fix soon, but will do for now.

Air box fitment into engine bay:



Fitment with lid:



I made a very impromptu bottom tray, so I didn't bother posting any pictures of that. All in all the project took me ca. 5 hours to do, including trial and error removal of the air box and a bit of rain that halted the project. I'd say it's good for a first attempt, but I'll definitely be redoing the lid soon!

Let me know what you think

flux702

where did you get the material for the lid?

VKBSC3

Went to Best Buy's stereo shop and asked them if they had any spare pieces of abs plastic. I lucked out and got two 2ftx2ft pieces for 10 dollars!

flux702

nice, im using some clear plexi glass at the moment. i have to say im not liking it at all

VKBSC3

I bet, I wouldn't like seeing down into the gap left by the snorkel every time I opened my hood. I borrowed very heavily from ScottUrNot's BFI build, you should check his out.

flux702

will do thanks