GlassmanXLT

Completed my first mod to my truck that I bought used back in October. Truck is a 2010 xlt screw 4x4 and decided my first mod would be a k&n cai. So far I love the sound it adds and can definitely feel a gain in power and throttle response. Been lurking on the forums for awhile so I figured my first mod would be a good time to start posting. Before and after:

Loosescrews

Looks good. Thanks for the pics! I'm going to get one for my Ecoboost.

Ethan.white

iTrader: (3)

That is exactly what i started with...then $3K later.....

GlassmanXLT

Already eyeballing exhaust upgrade now

jollyroger331

Good call on the cai, I love mine. Some don't think there worth the money but hey to each his own.

GlassmanXLT

Just a small update.. other than the noticeable power and engine sound improvements, my avg MPG has gone from roughly 14.2 to 15.8 with no real change in driving habit.

ssturm

Great job, looks just like mine. Be sure to check the clamps now and then, with the heating/cooling of the engine, mine got loose within the first month, now that I have tightened them, they have stayed snug. Now that you have more air coming in, you can better equalize your system but adding a stainless steel catback duel exhaust with full bore muffler. Had mine installed for $500, they custom bent it for the truck. Sounds great, better fuel economy if I keep my foot out of it.

FlatBlack XD

Is it honestly that big of a difference are you still star struck and want to believe it is helping that much?

Not calling you out of anything but I definitely know the feeling of adding a new part to a truck or whatever and think it's giving more than it actually is.

If the increase is in between 1-3 MPG, depending on year of truck/driving habits, it pays for itself pretty quick.

GlassmanXLT

Star struck? By a $200 order off amazon. Nope. Just stating my observations in hope of helping others.

ssturm

I appreciate the skepticism, but after installing my K&N cai, the exhaust, and installed the champion performance spark plugs (which is the fix to the 2 piece), I am getting a few more miles to the gallon. Also, for an unknown reason to me, when I use BP gas over GetGo or Sheetz, I notice a considerable change in gas mileage. Just keep track and do the math, better numbers are better numbers...