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cold air intake question

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akastones

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Hey, I have a 2003 v6 and wanted to put on a cold air intake. The question is, does this take the place of my regular air filter (was thinking about going down and getting a k&n air filter....would it be pointless since i plan on getting a cai)? Would I be able to safely install it myself with the limited automotive knowledge I have?
 

BABstangV6

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Yes, the install is very easy. With little knowledge you should be able to do it yourself. The hardest part is the cone in the fenderwell.

No dont buy a K&N filter now.

Next time search
 

Ghostalker

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"No dont buy a K&N Filter Now"
Because the CAI comes with one, and the one you have now wont fit, if you want to replace the one that comes with ure cai, you need one with a 3.5 inch outlet (if im not mistaken) (aslo, the k&n filter i had in mine before i got my cai, WAY before, had a flat top, and filter sides, whereas my cheap cai filter has a small reverse cone thingy on top and filter sides, this is better for flow and filtration (in my mind)
cheap ebay cai is teh win!
 
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