AEM CAI sponge?
 

I just got and installed a CAI from AEM...Mazda said it wont void my warranty if it is installed with the piece(a sponge of some sort) that stops water from entering the engine...What are they talking about and where can i buy it?

First I heard of that!
Get it in writing, just for the hell of it!

I wouldn't worry about it.
If you have an issue (lets say the engine fails a compression test), Mazda can't say that because you had an aftermarket intake on, your warranty is void (though some will/have tried).
The dealer has to prove that the aftermarket component caused the failure before they can void warranty work.
A little water in the engine is not going to hurt it, but water on the MAF sensor can create problems because then the MAF is sending false information to the PCM.
And if that happens (which it has with me a few times before), simply remove the MAF and spray contact cleaner onto the wires.
Then remove the intake pipes and couplings and dry.

check this link out. it's to AEM's Air Bypass Valve. I think this might be what they are referring to.

http://www.aemintakes.com/air_bypass_valve.htm

I looked at the BOM for the AEM intake thinking that this could replace the hump hose at the very front before the pipe exits the engine bay.
Only coupling that is 3" is the reducer coupling to the throttle body.
Largest size at that link above is 3"
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r they talking bypass valve or the "sock"?

Probably the sock, I know when I installed mine, it came in the package and just was a fine mesh sock that covers the filter

I'm seriously thinking of putting this intake on.
I want to be loud and it's extra nice too, but everyone here suggest me REVi for several reasons. The main reason is mentioned upper here and it's that my engine is more likely to "crash" with the AEM and I will not be supported by my warranty any more... What do u think?:dunno:

As long as you are not driving through a foot of water you will be FINE!

I have never had my engine lock up/ sputter/ etc because water got sucked up into the engine. I have driven in hard rain/ snow/ puddles/ touchless car washs, etc and have never had one problem. Put the sock or a prefilter over the air filter and you should be fine.

helps to prevent pregnancy.

LOL, put your prefilter on before you play, otherwise you may get a surprise in 9 months.... oh noes!

lol ^ always practice safe sex!

so trojan makes the sock?

trojan + AEM = fun time with no worries

Trojen mannnn!!!

i got my aem used and was wondering where i could get the sock too coz its starting to rain and i really need it now ...

is thier a specific name for it or is it just called cai "socks"

its just the sock it goes over the filter i think even the part list says sock ...

searched yahoo...nothing. searched google....nothing....searched ebay.....nothing

call your local mazda dealer. talk to the parts people. tell them you need the sock that goes on the ms intake. i'm sure someone here can find you the part number if you need it.

i needed a new reducer hose for mine. she called some dealerships and they had one just laying around from a broken kit. i got it for free. maybe your luck will be similar. if not, i'm sure they'll sell you one.

^ k cool thanks im on it :) i forgot theyre the same i get anything i want from mazda for free pretty much coz if legal issues i had a few years back so i should be able to get it :)

I bought my AEM intake used and it didn't come with the sock. I went to the dealer to get just the sock and they told me that they can't order the sock separate.

End result. I went to Checker and ordered a pre filter. Link below. Can't remember exact size.

http://www.knfilters.com/airforcewraps.htm

Later I found these which looks to be exactly what comes with the AEM/MS Intake:

http://www.knfilters.com/search/wrap.aspx

nice darth!! so its filter raps not socks!

do these effect they way the intake breath?

it says its will by 2% read it.