The interesting thing about these little discourses is that some posts walk right up to the line of calling someones car or opinion crap, just shy of the moderators rules. The result is someone getting offended and the ignore list is the only recourse available. Unfortunately, this doesn't really add to the discussion either. I submit that before posting something you consider the appropriateness of the statement if it was given face-to-face. Things said in text often lack the nuance of the same phrase given with a smile. I have had several postings directed at me that would have resulted in new and interesting bruises for the author were they in range. Unfortunately the ignore list works, but again, doesn't fix the issue or add to the discussion.

I own an intake like this that was homebrewed. The K&N I used is much larger. The oil separator is much larger and better designed. The reason for doing this? I couldn't stand replacing another set of rubber air filter mounts and the racket that big filter makes when they are shot. I think I have 30K on the homemade intake and I am very happy with it. I don't give a damn if it adds or detracts from performance. The difference will be negligible either way. I wouldn't call it "rice" as it isn't on an Asian vehicle, it has a purpose other than looks, and its not claimed to increase performance.

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