metalshark -
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Originally Posted by metalshark
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in actuality the WAI does the oposite of what extrems you think a CAI does. WAI limits the amount of air going though the intake system, and in that case is limiting the amount of air in the chamber and in turn the O2 sensors are reading the car is running rich so it turns down the amount of fuel needed, and sacrificing power to make a complete combustion.
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Thanks for pointing this out. It was one of the points I had read in other threads. When it works, a WAI is an easy way to "lower" your HP.
Specifically for my S-Series Saturn, I have read the "hottest" my IAT temp can get is about 180 degrees F (as read by the ScanGauge). Over that, and the car will become undrivable.
On the WAI on my car, I usually see a range between 120 and 140 degrees F while driving in my "ideal conditions". When I am stuck in traffic, I can get over 160 degrees F. I should insulate my WAI (it's just a clothes-drier duct) for better performance, but I am happy with the setup as-is for now.
CarloSW2