Cold Air Intake
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Assuming a V8, there are really no power/performance/MPG gains to be had. You will get more induction noise, which does sound good.
Most gains from CAI only are limited to 1-2hp curve gains, and 3-4hp peak gains. Not a worthwhile endeavor for your stated metrics, but, it does look and sound better and allows a little better access under-hood.
Generally, theres no harm involved, but you won't see an ROI.
Airaid MIT if made for your truck, is about the best of both worlds. Aside from that, pick your poison just avoid KN
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The OE intake is a CAI. It just has an indirect airflow path to minimize turbulent air.
Most gains from CAI only are limited to 1-2hp curve gains, and 3-4hp peak gains. Not a worthwhile endeavor for your stated metrics, but, it does look and sound better and allows a little better access under-hood.
Generally, theres no harm involved, but you won't see an ROI.
Airaid MIT if made for your truck, is about the best of both worlds. Aside from that, pick your poison just avoid KN
.The OE intake is a CAI. It just has an indirect airflow path to minimize turbulent air.
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In too deep you might say but our guys are still responding to it. 
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If it were me the thought process would be, why would I worry about ROI I just bought a ZR2 so a CAI gives a little more hp, it looks nicer, and sounds better=absolutely installing it!!!!Assuming a V8, there are really no power/performance/MPG gains to be had. You will get more induction noise, which does sound good.
Most gains from CAI only are limited to 1-2hp curve gains, and 3-4hp peak gains. Not a worthwhile endeavor for your stated metrics, but, it does look and sound better and allows a little better access under-hood.
Generally, theres no harm involved, but you won't see an ROI.
Airaid MIT if made for your truck, is about the best of both worlds. Aside from that, pick your poison just avoid KN
The OE intake is a CAI. It just has an indirect airflow path to minimize turbulent air.
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Pro note:
They need to be applied in odd numbers or else they cancel each other out
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Shit forgot all about that, you’re spot on!!
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No worries.
The only reason I found out was because I had 6 7 of them and I was like why does this thing feel like a wimpy Babymax??
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