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That doesn't prove theres no loss dude. You think a draggy would pick up a 2-5 hp loss? There are so many variables. Im saying the aftermarket intakes are for aesthetics and/or noise. At best you wont lose hp, at worst you'll loose a little. Raffi from RR has confirmed that there is no gain from going to an aftermarket intake
The ones that cause loss in power, are the ones that either are open allowing hot air from the engine bay and/or don't have the two-stage intake below 3600 rpm and above. Actually, I experienced that specific power loss from modification to intake and I know exactly how it feels like. That was when I disconnected the vacuum tube with the stock intake and the car had a very nice growl up to 3600 rpm, but almost felt like no torque below 3600 rpm feeling completely gutless and then suddenly a surge after 3600 rpm. I disliked it so much that I reconnected the OEM intake back. Once I got the Takeda, it maintained everything the stock intake design had except it allowed for more airflow above 3600 rpm. It felt completely different when I got it and it was my second bolt-on that was not masked by the RR racing ECU tune.
Case in point, there is nothing in the design of Takeda that suggests there should be a loss in power. I can understand the skepticism around gain (I personally believe there was some minor gain, but that is my own opinion and the sound in the midrange alone makes it worth it), but there is no argument rationally for any power loss.
The ones that cause loss in power, are the ones that either are open allowing hot air from the engine bay and/or don't have the two-stage intake below 3600 rpm and above. Actually, I experienced that specific power loss from modification to intake and I know exactly how it feels like. That was when I disconnected the vacuum tube with the stock intake and the car had a very nice growl up to 3600 rpm, but almost felt like no torque below 3600 rpm feeling completely gutless and then suddenly a surge after 3600 rpm. I disliked it so much that I reconnected the OEM intake back. Once I got the Takeda, it maintained everything the stock intake design had except it allowed for more airflow above 3600 rpm. It felt completely different when I got it and it was my second bolt-on that was not masked by the RR racing ECU tune.
Case in point, there is nothing in the design of Takeda that suggests there should be a loss in power. I can understand the skepticism around gain (I personally believe there was some minor gain, but that is my own opinion and the sound in the midrange alone makes it worth it), but there is no argument rationally for any power loss.
Fair enough, I just dont see the point in changing to an aftermarket intake seeing that there is no gain in power (besides butt dynos) and there is a RISK of losing power (with some) of the aftermarket intakes. If you're looking to gain power you're better off spending money on an catback exhaust and headers.
Picked this up today from Canadian Tire. As spring and summer is approaching, I am going to detail my cars especially the RCF and the IS350 F-Sport myself this spring and summer. Maybe, the RX450h as well, if I have the time/motivation for it.
Also, I have my appointment scheduled to get the RR Racing USRS Lower Control Arm Bushings on May 13th. The RR Racing Harmonic Damper Pulley installation will follow in the summer.
Well the "small" mods have ended. Just ordered an Invidia Q300 catback with titanium tips! Now I'm just going to hope and pray that it doesn't get damaged being shipped across the country
not sure if this one counts it's more of what i did for my F today slatwall accessories came in so i can hang stuff. finally proper storage for fuji oem wheels (in titan boxes), oem titanium axle back, all of my detailing gear plus a bunch of other stuff. goal is to only have 7-10 items total actually on the garage floor. everything else is on the wall, overhead or in cabinets.
Got service and maintenance done on the RCF today for 32,000 KM (mine is at 20,000 KM). Total cost was $456 after taxes. Included checking everything including brakes, tires, engine, suspension components, driveline components etc. Everything checked out well.
Retrofitted the front air dam from the facelift carbon package. Should help a bit with front aero, at least until I get my hands on a Tom's or TRD front wing.
Worked with Raceseng to create a RCF specific tow hook for track use. The one they had listed previously was designed around the ISF hook and was pretty long when used on the RCF. After taking a bunch of measurements and test fitting 3D printed mockups, they've finally released a shaft for the RCF.
I ordered a spare tow hook cover for the grill and cut out an opening for a cleaner installed look.
04-12-23 | 08:21 PM
slatwall accessories came in so i can hang stuff. finally proper storage for fuji oem wheels (in titan boxes), oem titanium axle back, all of my detailing gear plus a bunch of other stuff. goal is to only have 7-10 items total actually on the garage floor. everything else is on the wall, overhead or in cabinets. 
