Hi,
I'm looking to buy a Cold Air Induction Kit and for a bit of piping and a foam filter RamAir seem to have the only product on the market at a palatable price point. So which to go for the Standard (70mm) or Oversized (90mm)?
I know this topic has been discussed in bits over various threads but I thought a more focused comparison on the topic would be useful.
A lot of people are saying the Oversized one is very noisy so I'm leaning towards the standard size as I'm after a bit of extra noise but not irritatingly so and more when I put my foot down rather than all the time. I still want to be able to cruise around without turning too many heads.
Other positives for the Standard Ram Air:
- Fewer connections for air leaks
- More consistent and less turbulent air flow through the system due to same diameter piping and fewer pipe parts and therefore fewer joints. The joints being sites for turbulent flow to initiate and develop --> which could also leading to increased noise
- The standard arguably looks better because more of the system is made from the hard plastic piping vs the flimsy thin hose joint sections (the large % of thicker plastic probably helps with noise reduction). Also the same diameter pipe and fewer parts + joint connectors give it a cleaner look
My question to anyone who owns either Ram Air size, Which Size did you go for and why ? what's your opinion on the noise level for that size
? Any buyers remorse? Would you go for the same size again if you were to repeat the purchase ? Any better options on the market for a similar price?
*I know they both are 70mm Diameter at the MAF point