In need of opinions on "cold air intakes"

eLixir979
Tue, 23 May 2023 21:22:08 +0000
General Discussion

I am the proud owner of a 2002 Honda Civic LX and I love working on my car. I have saved up some money recently and was looking at getting a cold air intake for my make and model. K and N make one that looks good, comes with a legitimate heat shield, and has positive customer feedback. I really like the look of the part, and I think it will be a fun install. I’m aware that the power gains are negligible, but I would like a deeper richer sounding engine. The issue is that a lot of people are saying these intakes, especially the reusable kind that needs an oil coat, can lead to dirt buildup and engine damage over time. Performance isn’t a huge concern for me considering it’s a 20-year-old vehicle, but I also don’t want to jeopardize the safety of the vehicle for some extra rumble. Any thoughts or personal experiences on the topic?

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