Bump for an answer to the above question. Unfortunately, there is no answer in the search results.

 

See other thread, talks about 2005+ fit.

 

I think i'm going to do what vvitbob did and get the spare he has, i know cost is high, but i think he looked at it the way I do. Looks nice and fit right. If you want something to look good it cost. I think it was smart thinking.

 

Am confused, are you taking about the intake system? Maybe I need to re-read the thread.

 

The OP also asked about spare tires. I think that's what he's referring to.

 

just agreeing with vvti bob in #2

 

I knew it. Spare tire. I have the Tire Repair Mobility Kit. Fits in the trunk hole.

 

hmm im under warranty would doing intake and the resonator delete void any warranty?

 

Dealer will try that route, what will stop them...

 

might just do resonator i feel its less noticable

 

I am looking at the air intakes. Why did you go with the Injen? If there isn't a heat shield does the hot air in the engine compartment reduce performance compared to the stock intake? I have a drop-in K&N filter now.

 

The fit, sound and look...

Do a search there is a TON of great info including install pics, etc.

I have tried mine with and without the heat shield and I live in HELL for heat...Dallas. (at least this summer)

No difference in performance or mileage with the heat shield just a more muffled sound, which I don't like and I will be promptly removing this weekend.

You'll love this mod...do it! Do a search too

 

Just did the cold air intake mod for my 05 SC. AMAZING!! Unlike most others, I bought my CAI in pieces and put together a kit myself. I got OBX Racing tubing (specially made for the SC430/LS430/GS430 models), K&N Filter, and the tubing all special ordered. The sound is noticeably louder when you accelerate even at low speeds. But man is it worth it!

If I had to describe it, I'd say it sounds more like a muscle car or Porsche-esque. Either way, I love it! Going the 'buy in pieces' route saved me some money too. For the entire kit, I only spent about $100 including tubing, clamps & filter! Ah, love my SC!

 

Can you write up a DIY of everything you did?

 

Unfortunately I didn't take any pictures, but I will try to write the steps out later. If it helps, there are plenty of threads on here with DIY tutorials on how to change out the intake. That's how I learned...