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Question related to 2005-2009 V6 CAI, input appreciated
I'm looking into getting a CAI system installed in my 2005 V6 Auto Mustang, but I've noticed something that I have a question about. It may not make any difference at all, but I have seen that CAI systems can either be made of High Density Polyethylene or Aluminum with a chrome finish. Does one material perform better than the other, and is one more durable than the other? Or is it simply personal preference based on looks or something along those lines? For example, the BBK CAI for '05-'09 V6's is Aluminum and the Airaid and K&N (I think) are made from the polyethylene. Please help me out if you know the answer. Thanks.
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Ok, thanks for the input. I just wanted to check and see. I don't really care how flashy it looks it is as long as it works well.
aluminum conducts heat more than the polyethelyne...plastic...but it doesnt make all that much of a difference
It doesn't make any difference, you'll love the cai.:bigthumbsup
Your getting a CAI and tuner combo? Or a "no tune required" CAI?
Metal conducts more heat so supposedly the plastic ones are cooler air charge.
IATs might be a little lower with plastic but you'd never notice because the IAT sensor is located before the airtube.
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