Why don't JDM cars use intakes like AEM?

 

Because AEM Doesn't exist in Japan.

 

Probably because there are many intakes out there that are better.

 

Most likely hydro lock issue. Can you imagine the complaints/lawsuits the first time someone hydro locked their car?

Plus, I am sure they haven't done a lot of R&D on intakes. They use what they know works.

 

What the hell is that? Nobody in the US hydrolocks their motors using a CAI?

 

maybe its because AEM doesnt advertise there stuff or post gains in the japanese magazines? maybe its not good enough for them?

 

I think it is because under racing condition, the difference in tempature between outside and inside the engine bay is minimal, and short ram intake give better throttle response when compare to the cold air intake.

 

Umm, I wouldn't bet on that.. Ask around buddy, then come back and say that again.

 

Many people do...

 

Can you sense a hint of sarcasm in my previous comment?

 

Why would they?


[Modified by IntegraT, 9:13 PM 1/22/2002]

 

It's actually VERY difficult to detect sarcasm over the net. Hmm.. am I being sarcastic or not?

 

racing rules...thats all that is....

 

AEM is not well know over there. They probably like their homegrown tuners over there also.

Also....Hydro lock dosn't happen that often.

 

Actually I've noticed a lot of JDM cars just use a drop in filter in the stock airbox or use a Comptech Icebox type system. If you asked me, I'd much rather have an ARC induction box or a Mugen intake over an AEM CAI.

 

I may be wrong on this...
In Japan there are very strict rules for the modification of automobiles. Every part must be approved by JASMA for use. Current regulations do not allow modification of the intake outside of drop in filters. The 'icebox style' intakes are used mostly on race cars.

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[Modified by eh-D, 10:41 PM 1/22/2002]

 

Correct me if I'm mistaken, but doesn't JASMA only regulate mufflers and exhausts? JASMA= Japan Auto Sport Muffler Association. Or something to that extent. Correct?

 

AEM doesnt exist in Japan.

but HKS makes CAI for EK&DC2.
so CAI does exist in Japan.

You can get the HKS CAI in NA,
but double price.

 

Ayup!

I wanted the Mugen but, I also want AC. The icebox is an acceptable substitute on my car.

Gosh damnit now, I remembered that I wanted that Mugen thingy again...But without the moonroof, I need at least 1 frill!

A.

 

Yep Japan used to be that way about 5~8 years ago...but now you can have almost anything as far as bolt on's go...well a Turbo is kind of questionable

 

it rains a lot in japan

 

The HKS CAI came out 6 months before the AEM. Most circuit racers shield the intake from the hot engine air and duct cool air to the intake with dryer ducting; a lot of race classes only allow stock air boxes with after market cleaners; there are way too many companies that produce intakes over here; AEM is not mainstream over here and probably never will be; Honda car suck *** when you use them as submarines......

 

I always thought the reason is beacause. in Japan, they are mostly into road racing. Torque is more important in this case hence people preferr to use air boxes. The ARC is designed for more throttle response. With an AEM, you will gain more high end power at the expense of low end torque.

 

I once saw Japanese dealer selling AEM CAI in there add and it was the same price in Japan as it was discounted in there sale. I think it was in Options or Options2.

I remember backyard special had CAI avialable at one time for Hondas and there where others as well but most tend to be short intakes or drop in's. HKS had new filter that came out recently that flowed 20-25% better then anything out on the market..though it cost you a hundred or two for it depending on your car.

 

Two reasons:

Water Intrusion
Interior Noise

I have an AEM on my ITR and I'll be taking Interior Sound Pressure data on the car. I'll let you know how loud the car is. Stock it was 89 dB(A). I don't believe that there is a Federal Regulation on that sort of thing, but 89 dB(A) is very loud as interior sound pressure goes. Any more and you risk losing sales. The 360 Modena may be a bit louder than 89 dB(A), but not much.