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Old 09-05-2012, 02:10 AM
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I'm looking to purchase an Injen CAI (black) intake for my 08 Scion tC.

1) Is there a site you guys recommend for the best price?

2) I live in NY where it doesn't rain much. Do I need a hydro cover?

3) Would I run into any issues with the check engine light coming on?

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1. ebay would probably be the cheapest, but I'd rather give my business to dezod, ptuning, etc.

2. Nope

3. Nope
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I think I'll jump on this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/INJEN-COLD-A...ht_4688wt_1021
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Originally Posted by Paradynos
1. ebay would probably be the cheapest, but I'd rather give my business to dezod, ptuning, etc.

2. Nope

3. Nope
Thanks for your input dude
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I just got one off ebay for $225 a few weeks ago. Im running short ram and no check engine light yet. You dont need hydro cover if you still have all your fender liners and splash guards.
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I live in Mass, and have the hydro cover on mine - well worth the few extra bucks. I've driven through some pretty heavy rain, and decent size puddles - water can definately splash up in there, even with the splash guards and fender liners in place. It's not intended to protect you from hydro-lock if you submerge the filter, but it keeps out the water in every day driving.
If nothing else, it serves as a pre-filter, keeps a lot of crap from even getting to the filter element. Get one.
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No CEL light on
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