Recommended CAI Kia stinger 3.3tt

[Oso7]

After looking for the right CAI for this platform I can’t seem to make up my mind. What are some brands that really gets you your pennies worth ?

 

[Stinger GT SS]

Your probably going to get about 10 or more different answers to this question as those that have changed/upgraded CAI have all believed they got thier money’s worth.
For me I went with the aFe dry filter system, still an enclosed system but it gives better airflow & allows the car to breath better, everything else with the engine & intakes are stock.

 

[Rodtheviking]

Quiet - aFe
More woosh sounds - AEM

 

[Oso7]

Your probably going to get about 10 or more different answers to this question as those that have changed/upgraded CAI have all believed they got thier money’s worth.
For me I went with the aFe dry filter system, still an enclosed system but it gives better airflow & allows the car to breath better, everything else with the engine & intakes are stock.

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Afe has been my #1 option I’ve been eye balling but oil filtered since I’m out here in AZ but haven’t really seen or read much reviews about it that’s why I’ve been so iffy. Question , I know aFe are Inclosed; are they still louder than stock ? Or still similar ?

 

[Stinger GT SS]

Afe has been my #1 option I’ve been eye balling but oil filtered since I’m out here in AZ but haven’t really seen or read much reviews about it that’s why I’ve been so iffy. Question , I know aFe are Inclosed; are they still louder than stock ? Or still similar ?

This system is new to the Stinger so not many reviews ATM.
With regards to loudness they are definitely louder at start up & to my old ears they are still similar to OE with only the hint of increased induction sound.

 

[Audible Silence]

Afe has been my #1 option I’ve been eye balling but oil filtered since I’m out here in AZ but haven’t really seen or read much reviews about it that’s why I’ve been so iffy. Question , I know aFe are Inclosed; are they still louder than stock ? Or still similar ?

Had them about a week, car is otherwise stock. A bit louder than factory, I can hear the squelch when I let off of full throttle, but it's not nearly as loud as open elements.
If you just want woosh sounds, get some 45 or 90 elbows and filters, save yourself a few hundred.

 

[Oso7]

Had them about a week, car is otherwise stock. A bit louder than factory, I can hear the squelch when I let off of full throttle, but it's not nearly as loud as open elements.
If you just want woosh sounds, get some 45 or 90 elbows and filters, save yourself a few hundred.

Honestly I’m looking for the best option to get the most power out of mines and consistently. I do like the sounds that open ended can have but I’m sure by combining the aFe with a good set of BOV I can get that ( woosh) or just hear the turbos more and still have a good CAI system that’s not pulling in hot air. Or am I wrong ?

 

[That_One_Kid]

Honestly I’m looking for the best option to get the most power out of mines and consistently. I do like the sounds that open ended can have but I’m sure by combining the aFe with a good set of BOV I can get that ( woosh) or just hear the turbos more and still have a good CAI system that’s not pulling in hot air. Or am I wrong ?

With the AFEs you'll here the BOVs but you won't hear much spool unless the windows are down. They're in my opinion one of the better options for power and keeping pre-turbo IATs down because of the fully enclosed design. Compared to stock, you get quicker spool, ill try to post some JB4 logs of before and after reinstalling tommorow.

 

[Oso7]

With the AFEs you'll here the BOVs but you won't hear much spool unless the windows are down. They're in my opinion one of the better options for power and keeping pre-turbo IATs down because of the fully enclosed design. Compared to stock, you get quicker spool, ill try to post some JB4 logs of before and after reinstalling tommorow.

Yes thank you! What BOV setup are you running ? Im looking at the ADD W1 pro series atm

 

[That_One_Kid]

I'm factory BOVs with no plans on changing. I like the sound of the BOVs with the AFE intakes. With the Velossatech stacks you definelty hear them more, but they're audible regardless of the windows. Real fun in parking garages.

 

[Baluchitherium4]

Intakes are all close performance wise. Pick the one you like the best that's in your budget and go with it. I wouldn't worry to much about enclosed or open either on a turbo car. The turbo's compress and super heat the air anyway. That's why you have an intercooler to help cool the air back down.

 

[bfglitch]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but if you just want BOV woosh, you can do it with any intake. Stock, Aftermarket, whatever. Just disconnect the hoses that go from the BOV to the intake to have them vent to atmosphere, just make sure you plug/seal the hole on the intake side so it's not sucking in unfiltered air. Sure the system will no longer receive the expected extra tiny bit of air you'd get from the BOV's, but it's not significant. I've seen a few folks running that way.

 

[Oso7]

Intakes are all close performance wise. Pick the one you like the best that's in your budget and go with it. I wouldn't worry to much about enclosed or open either on a turbo car. The turbo's compress and super heat the air anyway. That's why you have an intercooler to help cool the air back down.

Thank you !

 

[Oso7]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but if you just want BOV woosh, you can do it with any intake. Stock, Aftermarket, whatever. Just disconnect the hoses that go from the BOV to the intake to have them vent to atmosphere, just make sure you plug/seal the hole on the intake side so it's not sucking in unfiltered air. Sure the system will no longer receive the expected extra tiny bit of air you'd get from the BOV's, but it's not significant. I've seen a few folks running that way.

Yeah I was actually looking into that as well but wasn’t sure if there any down side to doing that? As long as I plug up the hole I should be fine correct ?

 

[Oso7]

Quiet - aFe
More woosh sounds - AEM

how has the AEM been for you ?

 

[Rodtheviking]

how has the AEM been for you ?

AEM was out of stock everywhere when I was shopping, wish I had actually been able to get one at the time. I went with the Stillen, I don't recommend it. It is an absolute pain to install and doesn't seem like its worth the money for something so fiddly. Also you have to disassemble the entire thing to clean the filters, not a fan.

When I get around to it, I will be replacing it with the AEM and selling this one.

 

[Kiteflygolfdrive]

With the AFEs you'll here the BOVs but you won't hear much spool unless the windows are down. They're in my opinion one of the better options for power and keeping pre-turbo IATs down because of the fully enclosed design. Compared to stock, you get quicker spool, ill try to post some JB4 logs of before and after reinstalling tommorow.

Just curious. Why are you reinstalling? Do you put the OEM back on for the dealer maintenance check to maintain warranty? It looks like a fairly straight forward installation procedure. I have a set or aFe on order and VT snorkels. Expecting aFe mid to late Oct delivery.

 

[Deviate]

AEM was out of stock everywhere when I was shopping, wish I had actually been able to get one at the time. I went with the Stillen, I don't recommend it. It is an absolute pain to install and doesn't seem like its worth the money for something so fiddly. Also you have to disassemble the entire thing to clean the filters, not a fan.

When I get around to it, I will be replacing it with the AEM and selling this one.

Wait! What? Clean the filters??

 

[Daniel @ K8 Stinger Store]

I love my Injen Intakes. They fit great, look terrific, and sound phenomenal.

Kia Stinger 3.3T - Injen Intake System - K8 Stinger Store