I would add that I don't think there's going to be much of a problem with large objects going up the intake, given that the opening is still small, and shielded by the grill. Driving on normal roads in Texas, all I would expect to see would be a few more bugs in the housing, all of whom are easily removed with the shop vac. I'll be taking my car on an extended drive this thanksgiving, and may have more to report then. I'll try to benchmark mpg as well.

Don

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Don Drake

1990 300E 125k Miles
1994 S420 100k Miles