Ah, that really helps. I had to assume that is was pre-oiled but I really wanted to check. I wonder how/when the three holes are used? It seems that one could drill out the plastic body and secure the venturi ring to the body using two or three of those brass threaded holes. It would ensure that there is no air leakage of hot engine air in to the intake. Maybe someday, but glad I didn't miss something.
And I did get the rubber cover for the Helmholtz relay which I did use. The elbow must have just fallen from the sky.
I'd also like to figure out (perhaps when I drill out the body - above) how to reuse the rubber shock mount that secures the original airbox. Just seems like a good idea.
For the other post, thanks for the response. I was not referring to the predrilled MAF holes (which I did use properly!!) but to the three brass threaded holes in the venturi/ring that attaches to the filter.
BTW, it may just be psychological due to the (slight) change in sound, but the engine does seem more free-revving above 4K RPM. Feels like it has a lighter flywheel. It's really a nice mod and excellent price/performance compared to most.
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Originally Posted by h2woo
1. yes it is preoiled, less is more so it may look dry but it is ready to go
2. that is what i did, press fit. it's nice and tight, no use for the 3 holes
3. i didn't get a 90 degree rubber elbow, but i did get a rubber nipple cap to plug the helmholtz vacuum hole.
enjoy the intake! it's not nearly as loud as my boxster evo intake was, but that could be the difference between driving a rear-mounted engine and a mid-engine car.
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