AEM vs RB
09-20-2005, 04:05 PM
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AEM vs RB
I just recently sold my RB intake / ram air duct and bought the AEM cai. just my take on both units.....
RB pros over AEM
-looks stock
-much quieter
-beauty cover fits back on
-instructions were easy to follow (AEMs instructions included removing unessessary parts to remove the bumper)
AEM pros over RB
-price was over $100 cheaper
-they have included all of the parts for the install instead of RB having you take parts off the stock airbox
-they have the pipe going ALL the way to the TB.
-easier to take off and clean
the big issue i thought would be dirt and the exposed AEM filter. with this intake included is a black "Nylon Sock" that fits over the intake to divert some dirt from getting onto the filter.
funny enough, when i removed the RB airbox / air duct i noticed some dirt and leaves had made their way up there so i guess neither is better with keeping dirt away than the stock airbox.
honestly, can't say i have a preference between the two. maybe the AEM by a hair.
RB pros over AEM
-looks stock
-much quieter
-beauty cover fits back on
-instructions were easy to follow (AEMs instructions included removing unessessary parts to remove the bumper)
AEM pros over RB
-price was over $100 cheaper
-they have included all of the parts for the install instead of RB having you take parts off the stock airbox
-they have the pipe going ALL the way to the TB.
-easier to take off and clean
the big issue i thought would be dirt and the exposed AEM filter. with this intake included is a black "Nylon Sock" that fits over the intake to divert some dirt from getting onto the filter.
funny enough, when i removed the RB airbox / air duct i noticed some dirt and leaves had made their way up there so i guess neither is better with keeping dirt away than the stock airbox.
honestly, can't say i have a preference between the two. maybe the AEM by a hair.
09-21-2005, 04:49 PM
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i would say that there is an increase in power throughout the powerband with both. AEM feels as if there's more kick up high (7k+). RB feels stronger mid range (4K-6k).
TAMAS, as for cleaning the filter, you can reach up through the air dam and unscrew the clamp holding the filter.
TAMAS, as for cleaning the filter, you can reach up through the air dam and unscrew the clamp holding the filter.
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