[Discount Tire]

Originally Posted by 288sunny

First, this is a awesome write up, thanks Discount tire for doing this, looking forward to alot of good info!

next i would like to hear what others say about the Air raid filter system and the poweraid? Whats others experiences with this stuff, is there better out there?

I have always thought about adding these parts, but it concerns be that my luck something would happen to the motor and the dealer would blame those parts, or say that water entered through the filter because its open and caused a problem, so i went with a K&N instead. Could someone shed some light on this? are there any down falls to adding these?

I might be able to help some.

First I would say that if you, or anyone else reading this is worried about the dealer and their diagnosis if something were to go wrong. You can always wait to do your mods until your warranty is up. You can also have your mods purchased and installed at the dealer. (You may pay more for this but if something does go wrong you won't be at fault.)

As for this intake system, I too was a little skeptical with how well it seals the hot engine air and water out but it seems to be doing a great job. I can actually see where the intake seals up against the hood when shut. I'll snap a picture next time I pop the hood. I also like the fact the intake box is big and therefore allows air to enter without restraint. The truck pulls just as hard in the heat of the day as it does in the cool morning this time of year. I think the real test will come here in the summer when it's 110 degrees + during the day and 98 degrees at night. I'll tell you though, the fact that Airaid is based here in Phoenix, AZ tells me that they understand the potential heat their products may be put through and they have to be built tuff to work year after year.