I'm working on an intake mod using ABS pipe elbows instead of the flexible downspout.
I have already fitted it together, and it doesn't look like an add on. I have fitted the end that goes into my airbox with a threaded plug so that I can seal it while off-roading or it is too wet out. Now I need to determine the best way to permanently attach and seal it.

I'll post pictures, a parts list and a how-to in the fabrication section when I get the time to install it.

I finished my install on christmas eve. The parts that I used are all 2" ABS street elbows as follows:

1 - 90 degree elbow
3 - 45 degree elbows
3 - 22.5 degree elbows
1 - female threaded coupling
1 - threaded plug
ABS cement
Black RTV silicone

I first removed the grill and the airbox. After determining the best fit I assembled the 90, 45's and a 22.5 elbows to form an "s" to come out of the side of the air box and go around the radiator support post. It should look like this when assembled:



Using a 2 1/2" hole saw, cut a hole in the side of the airbox:


Also cut a hole in the rubber behind the grill just below the headlight for the pipe to go through. The second 22.5 elbow goes through here into the "s" pipe. Make sure to aim it forward like this:


Reinstall the airbox and fit the pipe into it so that the last 22.5 elbow can fit on it to direct the air up toward the filter. Then install the female coupling to be able to cap it off in wet conditions.:


Once it is all installed, make sure to seal around the new intake and the box with the silicone to keep any unwanted water out. Reinstall the grill and it should look like this when it is finished:


I really like this set up because it is hardly noticable and almost looks factory under the hood.

I was out of town for the New Year so I didn't drive much after Christmas. But I finally got to drive enough today to see a difference in the power, and yes, I could feel the "kick in the pants" that the others have mentioned. It seems to run at slightly lower RPM's than before but I could be mistaken. Did anybody else notice that? Now I just need to drive through a full tank of gas to see if it makes a difference in the MPG's.

Upon looking at my engine bay today it looks rather tight as to installation into the front grill area, any additional tips as to installation??
I have a Dremel type tool to cut and trim the installation types. As I look at it more and more I wonder if a Shop Vac's enlongated nozzel might work as well and give more area induction area. All help and advise would be appreciated.
Thank-You
David

:ROTFL: , honestly I didn't even notice the date.... man I guess I did drag it up from the past.....thanks for the input, it is good to know, also one question, do you still use the factory air inlet, or do you block it off, just wanting to clarify if i need to leave it or just close it off. thanks again