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CAI = better MPG not HP

Discussion in 'Performance and Tuning' started by DeX4x4, Feb 12, 2018.

  1. Feb 12, 2018 at 7:53 PM
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    I've read many threads about cold air intakes and no has really posted any dyno proof of any power benefit of a TCAI but some have claimed it did improve their MPG. Did anyone ever post proof of those claims? And if so which TCAI?
     
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  12. Feb 23, 2018 at 9:33 PM
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    Tacomas already have a CAI, its sucking air from outside the engine bay
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