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Old 07-27-11, 06:22 PM
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Default Blitz drop-in air filter

Anyone used this filter? Any noticeable difference in sound and performance from oem?
Old 07-27-11, 06:29 PM
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Don’t expect any noticeable improvement in performance with any air filter or you’ll be very disappointed. I (like many in CL) installed an Injen system and the sound is really something else. BIG IMPROVEMENT in the sound!!!
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I was looking into the injen but figured it would suck in hot engine bay air and decrease performance, plus I am not sure it is legal in CA for the smog test.
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Originally Posted by jzwu
I was looking into the injen but figured it would suck in hot engine bay air and decrease performance, plus I am not sure it is legal in CA for the smog test.
In my case, I didn't notice any decrease in performance ether in hot weather... I did this mod only for the sound !

About the smog test, maybe some other CA members can comment...
Old 07-27-11, 06:56 PM
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I am sure the sound is amazing, but I am also wary of any oiled air filter. I have used k&n air filter before and was less than impressed.
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I had the blitz drop in filter for my 2GS...I sold it soon after...it didn't do much for low end rpm.
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Originally Posted by jzwu
I was looking into the injen but figured it would suck in hot engine bay air and decrease performance, plus I am not sure it is legal in CA for the smog test.
The injen won't cause any problems with a smog test. If there is a decrease in performance, it's very negligible. If all you want is sound improvement, injen or weapon r would be your best bet.

Take a look on YouTube, I posted a before and after video with the Injen

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Originally Posted by redliner8
The injen won't cause any problems with a smog test. If there is a decrease in performance, it's very negligible. If all you want is sound improvement, injen or weapon r would be your best bet.

Take a look on YouTube, I posted a before and after video with the Injen
Agree! I had my car smog'd when I had the Injen intake and it passed it. If you look at the disclaimer on the intake, it reads "C.A.R.B. certified." <---Not sure if that has anything to do with smog test but it does sound legit. Haha!
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Injen is the best option for the GROWL that we are all dreaming of.
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