How much HP does Injen intake add?
Power Gains: Up to 11 hp and 8 ft-lbs of torque (in cold weather, it can be even more), while keeping air/fuel ratios within factory spec.
Is it illegal to put a cold air intake?
Cold air intakes, for example, are illegal in Arizona, California, New York, Pennsylvania, and several other states if they don’t carry a CARB Executive Order (EO) number.
What is the benefit of a cold air intake?
The most commonly known advantage of a cold air intake system is that it can increase horsepower in your vehicle. Cold air intakes bring cooler air into your internal combustion engine. This results in your fuel burning more efficiently.
Are cold air intakes waterproof?
Waterproof Your Cold Air System! AEM’s patented Air Bypass Valve virtually eliminates the chance of hydro-lock if the filter of your AEM Cold Air induction system is submerged in water. No you can’t.
What happens if you get water in your air intake?
The most common way water damages a car’s engine is when it gets sucked up through the air intake. When too much water is introduced into your motor’s cylinders it results in hydrostatic lock, or “hydrolock,” an engine state in which the pistons freeze and the engine stalls.
Is it bad to use a cold air intake in the winter?
Generally it’s a bad idea. Not because of damage or anything but just for Fuel economy. Depending on the CAI design you’ll be feeding in air that’s too cold. This is especially true in the morning and you’re “warming up” your engine is going to stay in open loop longer.
How do you prevent Hydrolock?
When washing your engine, keep water away from the air filter, or remove it altogether and cover the intake opening. Vigilance and maintenance are the two key players in avoiding hydrolock.
How do I know if my engine is Hydrolocked?
Symptoms of a Hydrolocked Engine
- Sudden engine stalling.
- Abnormal sputtering.
- Sudden “thump” noise when attempting to start engine.
- Failure of engine to turn over.
- Onset of knocking or hammering noise.