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Product DetailFrequently Asked Questions
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Looking for that proven performance
boost for your VW? The K&N 57i Series Induction Kit
is the key! This kit is specifically designed for each different
vehicle and will free your car from the restriction that
comes from an OEM intake. The kit is proven to provide power
throughout all RPM ranges. The larger air filter is able to
capture and hold more dirt increasing the life of the filter
before cleaning is required. Quality is never an issue because
all K&N products are made of high quality steel,
aluminum, silicon or reinforced nylon to ensure long life.
Get the boost you want with K&N the
world's best air filter! |
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What is an air intake?
Every
vehicle is equipped with an air intake. There is a world of a
difference between an aftermarket and OEM intake. Aftermarket
intakes replaces the OEM intake by a metal pipe with an air
filter at the end. This creates a performance boost due to its
increased air volume intake. Many speculate the amount of
performance benefits that it provides, but depending on how much
the OEM intake restricted air flow the aftermarket will provide
performance enhancement accordingly. There is a debate between
cold air and short ram intakes. Many prefer cold air intakes due
to its higher increase in performance, but this risks the chance
of hydro-locking. Hydro-locking is when the air intake inducts
water instead of air causing the vehicle to shut down, but in
horrid cases permanently destroying the engine. Short ram
intakes on the other hand does not risk the chance of
destroying the engine because the intake is within the engine bay. Many
debate the performance benefits for each, but there is no
conclusive data as to which is better. |
Benefits
- Designed to
increase HP and Acceleration
- Engineered to
Specific Vehicle Design
- Easy to
install usually in 90 min or less!
- Lasts up to
100,000 miles before service is required
- Million Mile
Limited Warranty
- Replaces OEM
Filter and Air Box
- Works with OE
computer systems
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Fitment |
| Volkswagen
2003-2007 Golf V 1.6 L4 |
Installation |
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Installation is simple. This kit usually takes no longer
than 90 minutes to fully install.
*NOTE: full instructions on installation tab above* |
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Welcome to the frequently asked question (FAQ) section!
Other
questions may be answered upon request through an Email or phone
conversation. |
1.) What does an Intake do? |
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Aftermarket intakes
replaces the OEM intake by a metal pipe with an air filter at
the end. This creates a performance boost due to its increased
air volume intake. Many speculate the amount of performance
benefits that it provides, but depending on how much the OEM
intake restricted air flow the aftermarket will provide
performance enhancement accordingly. There is a debate between
cold air and short ram intakes. Many prefer cold air intakes due
to its higher increase in performance. |
2.) How much horsepower / torque will I gain? |
| Depending on the
intake type, and application horsepower and torque gains will be
generated accordingly. Whether cold air or ram air much of the
gains are debated. Depending on how restrictive the OEM intake
was, exact horsepower and torque gains are debatable.
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3.) Does Intakes void warranty? |
Intakes do not
void warranty. A dealership cannot "void the warranty on the
whole car" just because you have a CAI (Cold Air Intake) or
aftermarket wheels. if they are trying to deny warranty service,
they must prove that the mod caused the problem. Of course,
adding a turbo kit (for example) can put a lot of stress on the
engine itself, as well as to the drivetrain. Don't be surprised
if the dealer refuses to perform warranty service on a heavily
modified car, that's just common sense.
This is all part of the "Magnuson-Moss" Warranty Act, which
protects consumers against dishonest business practices by:
"The Act makes it easier for purchasers to sue for breach of
warranty by making breach of warranty a violation of federal
law, and by allowing consumers to recover court costs and
reasonable attorneys' fees."
(In short, if they try to void your warranty and your mod could
not have caused the problem)
More info can be found here
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/...s/warranty.htm
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What
is Hydro-Locking? |
| Hydro-Locking is
when the intake inducts water rather than air. This process
causes the engine to either shut off for a period of time, or
permanently damaging the engine. This often happens with cold
air intakes due to the location of the filter. |
Does
an intake increase gas mileage? |
| Yes, gas mileage
will improve because the harder the engine works to suck in air
through the OEM intake the car uses up more gas. With a less
restrictive intake, and one with quicker response will save gas. |
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