PCM will compensate for it, trying to keep it as close to 14.7:1 as possible. When it gets to a point that the PCM can't compensate you'll get the check engine light. Thats the just of it, if somebody wants a more technically response I can provide it, I just don't feel like typing a novel about long and short fuel trims and PCM cells, etc.

 

I'm working with STS on a turbo kit right now and it will require sending your BCM in for reflashing. (I'm sure the forced induction pushes things waaay past 14.7:1)

 

So I have no clue what yall are talking about but couldn't I just by universal pieces and build my own intake.

 

Universal pieces? CAIs are vehicle and model specific usually. I have seen ones fitted to a different vehicle than they are made for and I have also seen some pretty ugly home made intakes. It all depends on how good you are at fabricating things yourself. It's easier just to buy one made for your vehicle. Unless you have the skills and time to fabricate a nice one yourself.

 

I'm not a big fan of STS. I was there for a while but I've read and seen some pretty crap stuff from them.

 

I think it's kind of cool where the turbo mounts in a STS kit.

 

I dont know if they are still looking but I found this on another blog.

AEM Research and Development is looking for vehicles in the Southern California area. AEM is located in Hawthorne, California by the intersection of the 110 and 105 freeways. We are in need of vehicles for intake development. The vehicles will be used for either the design process or a fitment check. The design process usually involves running the vehicle on the dyno. We perform diagnostic tests before running any vehicle on the dyno to ensure the use of a healthy engine. We require the use of vehicles from 1 day up to as many as 7 days. During your vehicle’s stay at AEM it will be stored in our fully enclosed and secure shop. We are also insured for any incidences that could occur to your vehicle. If you are of age to rent a car AEM will reimburse you in full for the rental charges. We will secure a rental vehicle for you and deliver you to and from our shop and the rental location. In return AEM will give you a free intake as soon as it is in production.

If your vehicle is not on the following list then you can go to http://www.aempower.com/rdVehicle.asp and enter your vehicle info into our vehicle request form. We are always in need of new vehicles.

If you have any questions please contact Merritt Johnson at 310-484-2322 ext 205 or by email

Thank You,
Merritt Johnson
AEM Performance Parts Engineer

List of Needed Vehicles:


1996-2003 Audi A4 1.8 Turbo
2004.5-2005 Kia Spectra 2.0L
2005 Dodge Dakota 3.7L V6
2005 Jeep Liberty I4 Turbo Diesel
2005.5 Volkswagen Jetta MKV
2005 Hummer H3
2006 Chevrolet HHR
2006 Lexus IS350
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SoCal already let AEM use his HHR to prototype a CAI.

 

and socal is there any update on a CAI from them?

-wC

 

Right now they need a 5-speed HHR (near LA), to verify the numbers (mine's an auto). So, if anyone is nearby and can drop their car off for a few days, I can get you a free intake once they are completed.

Expect 2 more months or so to complete the development stage.
I will post on the board as soon as it's released.