CAI or 14x3
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From: Jefferson Ga
So i was wanting to do a different type of intake on my '00 1500... I didnt know which type to do because i like to go muddin', but in here in Wyoming bout the only time we get real mud it involves BIG puddles... Thats where I run into my dilemma, when I hit a puddle and get water up the passenger side, I seem to suck up water... So my question is, would the CAI be better at keeping the water out or would a 14x3??
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From: Miami, Fl
Never had problems getting water with the stock system, but my CAI has no problems at all everyonce in a while I will get a little mud that will get past the the tube not much at all though, eventually I will spend some time and seal it.
But do not get a 14x3 for offroading, most of the people I know that going mudding and have a 14x3 or something similar just take their stock box with them, my suggestion is to get a sealed box there are a couple out there
But do not get a 14x3 for offroading, most of the people I know that going mudding and have a 14x3 or something similar just take their stock box with them, my suggestion is to get a sealed box there are a couple out there
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From: Clayton MI
Short of submerging the passenger side to the top of the fender, I've not heard of the stock airbox sucking water. So maybe you are the crazy guy with the problem no one else has ever heard of...
The thing is: If you've got that problem it needs to be fixed because shattered pistons are a real downer.
The thing is: If you've got that problem it needs to be fixed because shattered pistons are a real downer.
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From: Meeker, CO
Well, yeah, but then they're worthless as ash trays. 
Actually, I've never seen a water-shattered piston with a bent rod under it. I suppose it could happen, but I've not seen it. The crap flying around in the cylinder can wreak havoc on the rings, valves, and spark plug, and all of that I've seen, but never a bent rod.
It could be I've not looked hard enough. And I never want to see it in an engine of mine, which is why I've sworn off open 14x3 filters. Amazingly, I learned the first time. Who knew that could happen?
Actually, I've never seen a water-shattered piston with a bent rod under it. I suppose it could happen, but I've not seen it. The crap flying around in the cylinder can wreak havoc on the rings, valves, and spark plug, and all of that I've seen, but never a bent rod.
It could be I've not looked hard enough. And I never want to see it in an engine of mine, which is why I've sworn off open 14x3 filters. Amazingly, I learned the first time. Who knew that could happen?
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From: Wyoming
Short of submerging the passenger side to the top of the fender, I've not heard of the stock airbox sucking water. So maybe you are the crazy guy with the problem no one else has ever heard of...
The thing is: If you've got that problem it needs to be fixed because shattered pistons are a real downer.
The thing is: If you've got that problem it needs to be fixed because shattered pistons are a real downer.
i had that problem alot almost lost the old 318 a year back to it had to redo alot to the motor and i put cold air intake
on put a sock on and built it a nice littl cocoon...
on put a sock on and built it a nice littl cocoon...
So anyone have any ideas where to find a sealed CAI? saw one on Summit Racing that seals to the hood but not sure if that would do the trick... click on the large image... here>>>>http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SUM-239371/
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From: Meeker, CO
I try to do what I can. 
I can't speak to any of the many options available, but I do trust my K&N FIPK-II with the filter sock to keep the water out of my own intake.
I'd think though that if you're sucking water with the stock setup, you might not want the S&B because it draws through the same cavity in the fender as the stock intake that's already giving you trouble.
I can't speak to any of the many options available, but I do trust my K&N FIPK-II with the filter sock to keep the water out of my own intake.
I'd think though that if you're sucking water with the stock setup, you might not want the S&B because it draws through the same cavity in the fender as the stock intake that's already giving you trouble.
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From: Clayton MI
I try to do what I can.
I can't speak to any of the many options available, but I do trust my K&N FIPK-II with the filter sock to keep the water out of my own intake.
I'd think though that if you're sucking water with the stock setup, you might not want the S&B because it draws through the same cavity in the fender as the stock intake that's already giving you trouble.
I can't speak to any of the many options available, but I do trust my K&N FIPK-II with the filter sock to keep the water out of my own intake.
I'd think though that if you're sucking water with the stock setup, you might not want the S&B because it draws through the same cavity in the fender as the stock intake that's already giving you trouble.