Am i gonna have to take off my front bumper to install my CAI..IM gettin it this week just want to be prepared....any tips would be helpful dont want to screw up anything as simple as installin intake

 

I don't think I did. I did have to cut the inner fender liner, though... so have a dremel (or similar device) handy if your CAI requires it.

 

I just used a knife to cut the fender liner, didn't have to take off the bumper.

 

So you're rolling around on tires down to the cord but busy installing a cold air intake? I'd suggest getting the basics taken care of and having the car up to spec with maintenance before modding, but that's just me.

 

thanks for the update on how to take care of a car and yes i already bought the tires....but hey i dont blame you i would say the same thing

 

u dont have to take it off, but it makes it easier.
plus you can do this mod while the bumper is off..

https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showt...0&#entry5396059

dont forget to plug the drain plug also...

 

Just a friendly reminder, these cars are VERY tail happy and bald tires on the rear certainly don't help especially in this cold weather. If you do a search on the board you'll see lots of threads where people put their car into a curb and I prefer for it to not be any locals

 

Some install pics of my AEM V2 HERE in case they're useful

I've done two installs - first one we took off the bumper, second one I didn't.

 

Two GREAT ideas.

IMO the umbrella and plugs are a must with a CAI.

 

Definitely, especially if this is your daily driver.
Not sure about the weather up in dallas, but houston weather is crazy.
Not worth the risk of hydrolock. IMHO.
I have the Aem V2 and even with these 2 mods i still get a little nervous when it start to pour down.......
just a little heads up.
hope this info helps