I was wondering, since the engine stock is so efficient already, does it even help much to get an aftermarket cold air intake such as AEM or K&N on a STOCK engine? Or is it a waste of money?

 

the only thing the AEM is gonna give you is a badass sounding car. intakes arent gonna give you much power... a couple ponies at best. once you get the engine flowing more in other areas (the exhaust) the intake might play a part in the whole package.

 

Mostly for sounds,and looks...
Unless you get a snorkel type,for cold air...

 

if u want a little bit of power, the best mod for the money is an invidia test pipe 95 bucks shipped.

 

And of course,a low restriction air filter would hwlp a little,(K&N,JR,ect...)

 

Actually can get $85 shipped here:

http://www.alamomotorsports.com/invidia/in...a_honda.html#17


But how much would this help a bone stock 2006 s2k?

 

Depending on the intake, it will vary from 3-6 rwhp. Now, that may not seem like a lot for some, but if you are going all motor every pony counts

 

On a stock car would this increase MPG's? I don't plan to track my car, just enjoy on the regular roads..

 

anybody know where you can get a cheap snorkel?

 

The sound of the engine alone is worth it. I rock Invidia exhaust now, so that is a mute point for me, but when I first got my K&N FIPK it gave the engine a lot more spirited sound.