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Old 05-11-2013, 12:23 AM
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Default Where is the best deal for a CAI?

I have the 3.7L and I have finally convinced myself to start out the summer by buying a CAI. I want to get the new filter housing but not necessarily the tubing with it. I have heard that Roush makes a great kit for the new trucks and it doesn't affect the warranty, which is great. I am not sure which brand to go with or where I can get the best deal. I'm not picky with brand or if it has the new tube or not, I just want the best deal. Thanks in advance for all of your input.
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Try to find a used one for sale in the classifieds.....
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You could just save your money as there is almost no benefit to an after market CAI. The stock is CAI and is the same used for the 6.2L so you are already getting more air than you need. A decent tune would be more beneficial.
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You could just save your money as there is almost no benefit to an after market CAI. The stock is CAI and is the same used for the 6.2L so you are already getting more air than you need. A decent tune would be more beneficial.
X2...stock intake is best CAI out there
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Originally Posted by sluggo1

X2...stock intake is best CAI out there
X3....save your dow for a tune!
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I only got a cai to make my truck sound better without being too loud...it certainly did that for my 5.0. However it did nothing for performance. With the 3.7 I would definitely save the money and put it towards a tune.
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Thanks for all the input guys. I already have a hypertech tuner and I am pretty pleased with it. I mainly wanted the CAI for the sound, do you still think it's worth it?
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Originally Posted by roconnor2012
Thanks for all the input guys. I already have a hypertech tuner and I am pretty pleased with it. I mainly wanted the CAI for the sound, do you still think it's worth it?
That big sucking sound you will hear with it is just your money going down the drain.
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If you want the sound, sure go for it. Depending on which company you go with you might not have the best filtration.

If it was my money, I would get an exhaust...might actually pick-up a few more HP.
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Originally Posted by 13'TwinScrew
If you want the sound, sure go for it. Depending on which company you go with you might not have the best filtration.

If it was my money, I would get an exhaust...might actually pick-up a few more HP.
Any suggestions on what brand/setup?


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