Cold Air Inductions (CAI)
Cold Air Inductions (CAI) Cold Air Intake Systems
Do you like horsepower and torque? So does Cold Air Inductions, Inc.! In fact, that’s why CAI was started in 2004. For CAI founder, James D. Newsome, performance has always been a part of life. From building race cars to show cars, his passion was in finding ways to make more horsepower and torque. While working on one of his project cars, James was unable to find a true cold-air intake that delivered both the power and quality of construction he desired – so he engineered and built one himself! James did not want to use the same old heat-absorbing plastic system that so many others did. Rather, his air-intake had to be made from aluminum for a durable, solid construction, yet still be lightweight. The aluminum construction allowed for thermal coatings to limit heat-soak and heat-transfer from the hot “underhood” environment. James knew from his racing experience that eliminating airflow restrictions in the air intake was valuable in making power, but keeping the air inlet charge as cool as possible also made a big difference in engine power. And he did not stop at designing a whole new approach to the air box – he went on to create his own design for high-performance air filters, which have features above and beyond the industry standard.
Today, every system from Cold Air Inductions starts in CAD engineering using the same development tools employed by automotive manufacturers. Cold Air Inductions uses state-of-the-art testing equipment with unique testing fixtures that the company designed and built in-house to accurately duplicate, measure and analyze airflow through an air-intake system, just as if it were mounted underhood and connected to an engine. Each air filter is designed for vehicle-specific systems. The shape, pleat-count and layers of filtration media are all engineered for optimum airflow with the least amount of turbulence, not just what will fit in the air box. And every system sees extensive testing and validation on a chassis dyno to ensure maximum power gains. CAI offers cold air intake systems for Chevrolet Avalanche, Camaro, Colorado, Impala, Monte Carlo, Sierra, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Trailblazer and Trailblazer SS; GMC Canyon, Envoy, Yukon and Yukon XL; Dodge Challenger, Charger, Challenger SRT-8, Charger SRT-8, Magnum and Magnum SRT-8; Chrysler 300C and 300C SRT-8; Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Pontiac Grand Prix and GTO; Buick La Crosse and Regal; and Saab 9-7x.
There is nothing else in the marketplace like the systems from Cold Air Inductions. You can count on Cold Air Inductions for great performance, a great fit and great quality. Accesspeed is proud to offer Cold Air Inductions products to our customers. With our lowest price match guarantee, you will always find the best combination of price and selection at Accesspeed.
Air Intake and Induction » Mass Air Flow Sensors
What is a Mass Air Flow Sensor or MAF?
The mass air flow (MAF) sensor is part of your vehicle's electronic fuel injection system. The MAF sensor calculates the total amount of air entering the engine through the intake tract, and tells the computer how much fuel to inject for air coming through the intake.
How does a mass air flow sensor work?
The mass air flow (MAF) sensor has two sensing wires in the housing that protrudes into the intake tube prior to the throttle body. One wire is heated by electrical current, the other is not heated at all. As air flows across the heated wire, it cools the wire down. When the temperature difference between the two sensing wires changes, the MAF sensor automatically increases or decreases the current to the heated wire to compensate, telling the computer how much fuel to send through the fuel injectors.
How much horsepower and mpg increase can I expect from an aftermarket mass air flow sensor?
Aftermarket performance mass air flow (MAF) sensors replace your OEM sensor and improve on mileage and can increase horsepower by up to 20-HP, depending on the vehicle and engine. Performance MAF sensors increase airflow and low-end torque, without robbing top-end power, and works with factory electronics.
What are the symptoms of a bad mass air flow (MAF) sensor?
- The engine hesitates or drags while under load or idling.
- During acceleration, you experience hesitation and jerking.
- The engine coughs, sputters, or hiccups.
- Excessively rich idling or lean idling.
- The engine is difficult to start or crank over.
- The engine stalls or dies shortly after starting.
Can you drive with a bad mass air flow sensor?
Yes and no. Yes, you can drive your vehicle with a bad mass air flow (MAF) sensor, but only to get it home or to a repair shop to fix or replace it. Ignoring this problem can lead to far more severe engine problems and damage.
Why would a car run better with the mass air flow sensor unplugged?
If your vehicle runs better with your MAF sensor unplugged, you likely have a shorted-out sensor. When the computer does not read a signal from your mass air flow sensor, it provides the computer with a stock signal that will allow you to drive your vehicle for a short period of time to get it fixed or replaced.