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Originally Posted by ericbecky
RH77,
Is there a way to do a "warm air modification" to a 2010 Insight?
I own a 2002 providing the intake warm air from behind the catalytic converter, rather than cold air from the front of the car makes a big difference in gas mileage.
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Since the filter-box is close to the engine, a snorkel tube is used to pull cool air from the grille area, as typical. It seems simple to remove the tube and use a custom setup to redirect the source from the exhaust manifold area (which has been an easier location to source warm air quickly). This time it's on the back of the engine as opposed to Teggy.
So, with the 3-stage VTEC, there's the typical high-performance cam lobe, but also the ability for cam independence (EV-Mode, Valves Closed), and a low-speed cam for motor-independence (I'm thinking this mode may benefit most from warm air). The dual-stage ignition adds another level of complexity. There isn't a lot of documentation on this engine's specific operation.
I have about 100 miles-worth of sensor data to review. Perhaps it will give some "insight" into engine operation. (insert canned laughter here)
RH77