For anyone installing this CAI in 2023 or later, IE now provides two (2) 3M single-sided sticky pads to be placed underneath the tray, which seem to be used prevent rattle noise. I was unable to find updated instruction from IE on this, but it seems most intuitive. Before fully connecting the tray, you can mock place it in the bay and decide where the pads should best belong.
This is a perfect install video. I appreciate the detail and conciseness and the comparison clips at the end. I’ll probably be referring back to this video when I install mine.
Thanks so much man. That’s means the most to me. You got this. Coolant lines are the most cumbersome part. Just get some rags and be sure to top your coolant off when you’re done.
Great video ! You did step by step just what I was looking for cause I ordered exact the same one and I wasn’t sure how to do it but thanks to you I got this 👍
loving theese videos, I just bought a 2016 Golf Sportswagon R-line 1.4L tsi, not as strong engine as yours but im thinking of doing some of theese modifications in the future!
New subscriber here from Hong Kong. One of the best intake install tutorial on youtube. I am going to get the RacingLine R600 intake soon. This video helps a lot. Bravo DadWagon 🙌
I was going to order a secondary air intake filter but it looks like I don't need it. I have a apr carbon closed box intake and it doesn't make much cool sounds so I'm gonna sell it
Great install video! I was worried about the driver side mount as well and possible rattle from that. I was searching blogs to see if I am doing something wrong. If I had seen your video before my install, I might not have worried that much, lol!
Great video liked and subscribed. Just wanted to ask if you noticed any issues with heat soaking or noticeable increase in the Intake air temps. I"m keen on getting one with the carbon lid but the facts its an open air intake has me a little hesitant.
Just installed mine, little bit of vibration in the gas pedal at low speed at certain RPM. I have heard this could be from something touching when the engine is under load...hmm.
It probably should... but mine was a little loose too - i had to tighten it up some more afterward. It also could be you didn't clean off the connection points enough (dry them).
Omg that color!! I came upon something similar to that on Pinterest. I own a 2020 Golf GTI Mk7.5 6spd manual and have my car modded similar to yours. Installing CTS downpipe next week, but that color you have on your wagon is exactly what I want. Would love to know how you managed? Wrapped? Dipped? Definitely have a new sub here, cheers!
so i’ve got an aftermarket cai but no IE, recently my coolant has been losing a lot and i’ve repaired everything that’s connected to the coolant. Do you know if CAI plays a role in anything with the coolant? If so, i may revert back to stock or purchase an IE CAI to see if there are any changes
@@DadWagon I got it and slapped it in this week... I did the IE Turbo Inlet at the same time. A few tricky parts but for this noob it wasn't even bad. The whooshing is awesome. I find myself stomping on it and letting off, over and over... Now I just need to go to stage 2 on the GTI.
The only negative I can see with this setup is the filter is wide open to the vented holes at the front of the car... Do you see any issues with water (when raining) hitting the filter directly ? Because in the stock setup, the filter sits in an inverted manner from the top of the box and the box has drainage holes at the bottom for rain water to escape.
Haven’t had any issues. Water should smack against the back of the tray, and run down it and leak out the bottom of the engine. I’ve checked the filter for water and dampness a few times after heavy rain but haven’t found anything. Doesn’t mean it’s not an issue, but that’s my experience.
You were right! Really no problem sat all, though I did break the hose clamp for the upper coolant line (I felt it wasn’t crimping tight enough as I could pull the hose off the barb with the clamp on). I ended up re-using one of the factory ones with the same effect, but it doesn’t seem to leak. *shrug*. You’re totally right that the difference in wooshy turbo noises adds a surprising amount of fun to a commute!
Definitely! I feel like the typical talk for our cars is - "don't waste your money, no power gains"... but I think the right language is... "prioritize other mods first. Then when your car is fun enough for you - slap a CAI on!" :)
