Got smart and got a 07 Dakota. It's been a few years since I've owned one. So far so good. How much would an cai help the v8? Is it worth it and which is best?

 

I think it does, it makes the engine come alive alittle more IMO. I have the 77 Series KN but for the most part they are all about the same. Its all personal preference

BTW welcome

 

I just got and 06 dakota and i have the exact same question. As far as brands go i herd good things about K&N.

 

Well since you have heard good heres a picture of my 77 Series

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dam that thing looks sexy haha.

 

What's the dif between airaid and k&n? Mine has the air raid. Although lightnings looks pretty darn cool...

 

I prefer K&N because they don't post the generic 6-15HP! ad with all their CAIs. They actually dyno each one. Gives me a bit more confidence and seems like they take a bit more time to develop it and pride in their product. As far as price, cheapest you're gonna find a K&N new (other than E-Bay possibly) would be AirRam.com. They also have lots of other perf mods for our 4.7 and they are the cheapest around.