BuckeyeBoys

After closer inspection on our new 05 roadster it looks like this cheap cold air intake is shot! I saw the crappy install but did not notice the filter had deteriorated. I need a replacement ASAP. Recommendations please? IT looks much shorter than most of the ones I'm seeing online. Is that the MAP sensor just above it? Thanks

icer5160

iTrader: (4)

Yes, that's the OEM MAF mounted in the plastic tube portion. You're in Ohio, so you probably have more aftermarket intake options than I have being in CA. But if it were my Z, I would get an OEM airbox (preferably from an 06 Revup) and slap in a good quality filter cartridge. Something like THIS.

If you want to continue with an aftermarket option. I like the Mishimoto unit for the VQ35DE. It still uses a cone style filter, but the box design seals nicely with the hood to keep the hot air out.

Cheers!
-Icer

Heel Til I Die

iTrader: (2)

Pretty sure I have the OEM air box assembly from my '05 in my garage somewhere. PM me if you want it. Just pay shipping and it's yours.

Mishimoto is a good aftermarket option. I also like the Stillen Hi-Flow Intake kit since it also has a barrier acting as a heat shield.

dkmura

iTrader: (64)

Go with the OEM airbox, as you won't get any gains from the aftermarket ones (without a tune). The OEM design is a good design, with an easy way to check, clean or replace the filter element.