air filter=big problemo
air filter=big problemo
Hi, fitted a aftermarket air filter few weeks back on my 1.4 16v. Now it sounds like a dodgy tractor engine. lol and the orange check light stays on, also flashes at me. Could this be a case of having too much hot air thats being sucked into the engine? as the air filter is literally on top of the throttle body. Would it help if i fitted a cold air intake? Or just take it to vw? cheers
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Re: air filter=big problemo
What filter have you fitted to it? is it a replacement element or an induction kit?
Cold air feed is a must really mate, the more cold air the better. Try to feed it directly into the air box.
Cold air feed is a must really mate, the more cold air the better. Try to feed it directly into the air box.
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its only a cheap ripspeed cone attached straight onto the throttle body. I took the air box off. only temp till i get a bmc kit. 
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Re: air filter=big problemo
If its only temp then I would put the standard air box back on for now.
Ripspeed really are shocking.
Put it back to standard and then change it when you get hold of a BMC CDA
Ripspeed really are shocking.
Put it back to standard and then change it when you get hold of a BMC CDA
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Got a BMC for sale

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Im interested in buying it of you dude,is it a CDA?.I tried to PM you but can't for some reason.
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Sold now mate.



