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08-16-2005, 09:02 PM
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08-16-2005, 10:12 PM
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Originally Posted by sqflyer
Well, basically the Simota intake works fine as long as the VFAD has NOT been removed on your 8. Personally, I prefer the Dual Funnel Power Intake from A'pexi which by the way is the no. 1 brand for air filters. So I replaced the Simota intake's air filter element with the A'pexi Power Intake air filter and thus the "A'peximota" is born. I just installed my modified intake last night and drove around town without a hitch. Will try to do some test runs then I can analyse the performance data and see if it really works well before I can recommend it to anyone. In the meantime, you can just order your Simota Intake with me and I'll get them to reserve a piece for you in the next shipment. The A'pexi Power Intake mod can always come later.
08-16-2005, 10:48 PM
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Originally Posted by XtremeRev
Sgflyer, how much does the simota intake cost? quite interested to change too.
1. add in the wire mesh
2. change to apexi cone filter
u may wish to ask flyer whther he is doing the mass order for the simota intake only or he is doing the MO for his "apeximota intake" :D :D (got difference one ok.....).... we have our own source of apexi supplier, so u guys no need to worry. Provided flyer is free enuf to modify for u guys, that is.......
I'm pretty sure this (the "apeximota" hor.... not the original simota) works for the autos as well..... if the auto pple are not convinced, pls volunteer one auto to be the "guinea pig" and try.... i'm pretty sure it can work after extensive testing by flyer.....
he has tried n errored (in chimology terms, its called "R & D") many many ways to make sure this intake works..... so trust the man...!!
08-16-2005, 10:49 PM
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Originally Posted by M-ster
May i know where i can find the A'pexi filter? And how much would that cost?
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08-16-2005, 11:57 PM
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Originally Posted by coupe07
bro, take note its only the filter cone head....
08-17-2005, 01:15 AM
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Originally Posted by M-ster
ya I know, was thinking if can replace the K&N one that came with our Revi. If its not too pricey dont mind trying it out, if it fit that is.
fitting wise, shldn be a big prob...... the cone is quite small.....
08-17-2005, 02:51 AM
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Originally Posted by coupe07
bro, i tot the VFAD is not the problem???? the problem lies in the wire mesh??
or dun tell me u tried removing the VFAD liao with the mesh intact?
or dun tell me u tried removing the VFAD liao with the mesh intact?
In any case, I mentioned to Vanquish that he can just get the Simota Intake and it'll still work fine as long as the VFAD is not removed because the Simota Intake does NOT come with the wire mesh so the VFAD must be there. Or else he will have the same stalling problems that I've encountered.
Originally Posted by coupe07
sorry to HKS racing suction owners.... seems like i got something against HKS products...
review of various filters:
http://mkiv.com/techarticles/filters_test/2/
review of various filters:
http://mkiv.com/techarticles/filters_test/2/
Originally Posted by XtremeRev
Sgflyer, how much does the simota intake cost? quite interested to change too.
So far I've got a number of people who have expressed interest in the Simota Intake but I've only confirmed order for Orr-beh and Vanquish. Please PM or SMS me your confirmation if you guys want me to reserve your Simota Intake in the next shipment.
08-17-2005, 03:21 AM
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Originally Posted by sqflyer
I have yet to remove the VFAD on my car because I don't want to rip out the front bumper again until I get my hands on the REVi RAD,
08-17-2005, 04:59 AM
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The VFAD cannot be removed without taking out the bumper. The access hole from the top is not big enough as there are several metal extrusions that obstruct the opening and the safety catch for the bonnet as well. You can see the VFAD, but it's too big to fit through the top hole.
I think the layout of our engine compartment is good with the air intake in front of the engine and the air inlet providing "cooler" air from the front. However, due to the high heat of our engines and the fact that our air intake sits directly above the radiator, some sort of air box or heat shield is definitely a welcomed bonus. Personally, I like the look of Simota's "Carbon Fiber" heat shield and it helps to keep the sound levels down too.
I think the layout of our engine compartment is good with the air intake in front of the engine and the air inlet providing "cooler" air from the front. However, due to the high heat of our engines and the fact that our air intake sits directly above the radiator, some sort of air box or heat shield is definitely a welcomed bonus. Personally, I like the look of Simota's "Carbon Fiber" heat shield and it helps to keep the sound levels down too.
08-17-2005, 07:33 AM
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If your poison resistance is strong, nobody can succeed, but if your resistance is weak don't need me to poison you coz you'll poison yourself... :p Hee hee hee :D
08-17-2005, 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted by LsBlack
U certainly ve to emphasize the sound level to poison me right???? 
:p :D
:p :Djuz need to tell u the carbon fibre look oredi add 10 horses liao...... :D :D
08-17-2005, 08:00 AM
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Originally Posted by coupe07
he dun need to tell u the sound.....
juz need to tell u the carbon fibre look oredi add 10 horses liao...... :D :D
juz need to tell u the carbon fibre look oredi add 10 horses liao...... :D :D
08-17-2005, 09:40 AM
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Originally Posted by LsBlack
U certainly ve to emphasize the sound level to poison me right???? :p :D
:p :D
08-17-2005, 01:20 PM
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Happened to pass by ST-Powered today so I went in and take a look... according to the boss, The Apexi got no air filter cone for RX-8 yet leh... Is it true?? Coz I understand that Sqflyer already got one, or izit a different model or something?
I'm dying to hear the air intake moan as I thrash my accelerator!!! :D
I'm dying to hear the air intake moan as I thrash my accelerator!!! :D
08-17-2005, 02:42 PM
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Just an update, I just did a couple of runs for fun and the performance data was marginally over my original run with the stock intake. However, this is inconclusive as the original run with the stock intake was done on a different day under different environmental conditions. I will do a stock vs A'pexi runs one after another to get more definitive results over the next few days. A friend who was present at the runs commented that the sound of the intake was very smooth and sounded "sweet". LsBlack... this one's for you... 
08-17-2005, 07:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Vanquish
Happened to pass by ST-Powered today so I went in and take a look... according to the boss, The Apexi got no air filter cone for RX-8 yet leh... Is it true?? Coz I understand that Sqflyer already got one, or izit a different model or something?
I'm dying to hear the air intake moan as I thrash my accelerator!!! :D
I'm dying to hear the air intake moan as I thrash my accelerator!!! :D
the one sq is using is a general cone filter from apexi that can be fixed on any cars...
08-18-2005, 01:01 AM
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Originally Posted by coupe07
yes, there is no intake set from apexi for the rx8 yet... meaning the pipe plus the filter head plus the concealed box/heat shield
the one sq is using is a general cone filter from apexi that can be fixed on any cars...
the one sq is using is a general cone filter from apexi that can be fixed on any cars...
okie okie... roger! :P
08-18-2005, 08:37 AM
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Originally Posted by sqflyer
Just an update, I just did a couple of runs for fun and the performance data was marginally over my original run with the stock intake. However, this is inconclusive as the original run with the stock intake was done on a different day under different environmental conditions. I will do a stock vs A'pexi runs one after another to get more definitive results over the next few days. A friend who was present at the runs commented that the sound of the intake was very smooth and sounded "sweet". LsBlack... this one's for you...
BTW is that the auto bahn kit you got there? Looks awesome on the yellow. Its got a very European sports car feel to it. Didnt seem to stand out as much on the black 8 they advertised the kit on.
08-19-2005, 01:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Siesta
Yo SQflyer, you moulding the holy grail of air filters for the rx8? :p Thats an awfully lot of research you're doing for an intake dude.
BTW is that the auto bahn kit you got there? Looks awesome on the yellow. Its got a very European sports car feel to it. Didnt seem to stand out as much on the black 8 they advertised the kit on.
BTW is that the auto bahn kit you got there? Looks awesome on the yellow. Its got a very European sports car feel to it. Didnt seem to stand out as much on the black 8 they advertised the kit on.
As for my 8's new dress, yes it's the Autobahn kit. I like the clean lines and I think it makes the 8 look more classy. The lines and contours look more defined on a bright coloured car. Definitely brings a
08-19-2005, 02:19 AM
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Originally Posted by sqflyer
No lah, there's no such thing as a holy grail for air filters for our 8s. Performance benefits from intake isn't significant. I'm learning about air filters from going through all this exercise. As they say, it's about the journey, not the destination. Wah.. that's a lot of ink. :p
As for my 8's new dress, yes it's the Autobahn kit. I like the clean lines and I think it makes the 8 look more classy. The lines and contours look more defined on a bright coloured car. Definitely brings a
As for my 8's new dress, yes it's the Autobahn kit. I like the clean lines and I think it makes the 8 look more classy. The lines and contours look more defined on a bright coloured car. Definitely brings a
