cone air filter

[wafballa54]

i was thinking bout buying a cone airfilter intake system. but i was wondering what one is the best and how hard would it be to install? since the stock air filter is the square box. if anyone can help me out mayb even tell me how to install it i would greatly appreciate it. also is it true that a cone system creates more sound to the engine?

[Burntaudi]

Do a search. This has been gone over many many times.

[wafballa54]

i did i can't find anything about installation, someone please help me out

[speedydragon]

same here...i'm having a hard time removing the stock air box :| all these wires and tubing!

[wafballa54]

exactly can anyone out there help?

[crono35]

You need to undo the big line going to the airbox in the front, as well as undo the cables going to the MAF and the ICM (top of airbox). There will also be some stuff you need to unscrew on the heatshield on the side- just work carefully and it's very straightforward. Once everything comes out, you just remove the MAF from the stock airbox, bolt it to the tubo inlet, then bolt a filter on top of it.

[Calabria]

ya, b5 a4s have the hardest filter to get to out of any car ive seen

[HPAudiA4]

this mod is super easy get on the 'Tex under b5 diy. its like a 15 min mod all you have to do rip out the air box and attach the cone fileter directly to the MAF

[A4Rob]

Your stock airbox is fine up to 300 horse.

[wafballa54]

im sorry to ask this but whats a maf? also does anyone kno how to change the DV?i kno i sound like a newb but i kinda am im only 16 soo help me out

[A4Rob]

im sorry to ask this but whats a maf? also does anyone kno how to change the DV?i kno i sound like a newb but i kinda am im only 16 soo help me out

That is what the "search" button is for. A MAF is a mas airflow sensor, located in your airbox. It meters the air that is going into the turbo.

I am pretty sure there is a writeup on the installation of a Diverter Valve. Just search

[Euro-Tuner]

dont do a cone filter, even if you do a true heatshield, some people will say that works fine, but it doesnt. you'll notice inside the stock airbox there is a velocity stack, that is necessary to get the correct readings. just dont do it.

...and like rob said, its good to 300hp, its not worht the "ssssssssSSSSSSS PPSSSHHHH!!" if you know its there, thats all that matters!

[wafballa54]

is this intake system ok? http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/pe...mber=K33570514
and this dv?
http://www.ecodetuning.com/shop/cart...ct_detail&p=21

also on the site for the intake whats the deal with the intake systems all looking the same but one for $80, $140, and $160?

[AudiSport12]

^^ nah you dont need all that shit for the intake. all you need is a cone filter ($35) and aluminum sheets for the sheild and an aluminum strip that runs from the fender to heat sheild supporting it and holds the ICM

just make sure you get a filter that has a coupler diameter equal to that of the mass air flow sensor. the cone filter will bolt directly up to the MAF with a clamp. just search around for pictures. look up user name offroader1006 and he has a pretty nice setup. look at his pics

found one of offroader's

[wafballa54]

well where do i find a cone filter like that and what size do i need? and whats the icm?

[Euro-Tuner]

forge is a good DV, but it can be found for $125 w/ the spring kit, I will post where I got mine when I get out of work, I need to look at the receipt. as for the intake, do it if you really want to, but I would recommend against it

[crono35]

is this intake system ok? http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/pe...mber=K33570514
and this dv?
http://www.ecodetuning.com/shop/cart...ct_detail&p=21

also on the site for the intake whats the deal with the intake systems all looking the same but one for $80, $140, and $160?

Don't bother with that. Get a $50 K&N filter (or $14 ebay filter, your choice) and a $20 U-bend off ebay. I grabbed another 90 degree bend and 3 2.5" couplers since I plan on having the filter below the right headlight, where it gets air coming in from the front.

[wafballa54]

i pretty much have my heart set on buying that intake system. but im still confused with all the other things (wires,ect.) i don't know what to do with them?? and again whats an icm?

[crono35]

Don't worry about the wires- it's all self explanatory once you actually get working on it. Word to the wise- doing ANY sort of work, REMOVE THE GROUND CABLE FROM THE BATTERY. Please, learn from those who have made mistakes in the past! One small mistake cost me $200 (replacing ICM and oil return line, plus who knows what else).



ICM = ignition control module- it sits on top of your airbox. You can just leave it secured somewhere when you upgrade- it's only on top of the airbox to keep it cool.

[AudiSport12]

well where do i find a cone filter like that and what size do i need? and whats the icm?

search this website. it is all over here. i got all my information to make mine without having to ask a single question

[1a9u9d8i]

its not hard at all really.... we arent joking! just take out the airbox (on my 30v 2.8 i didnt even have to remove the wires i just pushed them aside) and then bolt your air filter to the maf housing. if you spend $150 on that K&N kit you are rediculous. i spent a total of about $50 to do mine custom and that includes everything from that kit... i like the sound of mine but like everyone says, the stock air box is just as good or better. so whatever its your choice.

[A4Rob]

its not hard at all really.... we arent joking! just take out the airbox (on my 30v 2.8 i didnt even have to remove the wires i just pushed them aside) and then bolt your air filter to the maf housing. if you spend $150 on that K&N kit you are rediculous. i spent a total of about $50 to do mine custom and that includes everything from that kit... i like the sound of mine but like everyone says, the stock air box is just as good or better. so whatever its your choice.

actually the stock airbox will be better

[Euro-Tuner]

actually the stock airbox will be better

I just gont think he gets it...I give up...let us know how it works out

[wafballa54]

i will i'll be getting the parts soon. thanks for the help everyone!

[Exoduz]

here's a site for you.....

http://www.audidiy.com/b5a4.html

and here's every basic thing you need to know

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php?t=113728

[speedydragon]

im sorry to ask this but whats a maf? also does anyone kno how to change the DV?i kno i sound like a newb but i kinda am im only 16 soo help me out

nice! i'm 16 too lol!

[BranCKY3]

I use an 8" K&N cone, fit is extremely tight with my ATP inlet.

[Ayefore]

Well, it's a start. You'll get that cool whoosh noise. Also, changing the DV isn't going to improove your performance until you chip your car. The effects of 5-7psi on a aftermarket DV isn't as impressive compared to 17-25 psi of boost. The DV will need to react quicker when applying the throttle off and on.