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Old 11-17-2008, 12:16 AM
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PRM Intake *UPDATED*

So I just went up to PRM today and got the Intake installed looks good!!!
I love where the filter sits, it's a lot lower then the GD3's and looks very clean especially since it's all fabricated by Gerry himself.

My initial butt dyno says there's a bit of mid RPM torque, feels better going up hill so it's good stuff especially since the car lacks power

I won't know how accurate my butt dyno is so gotta wait for the dyno session next week so I'll keep everyone posted and I'll take some pics tmr when it's brighter outside

Alright Updated here's the Dyno chart
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Here's the actual size
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Here's a video at the Dyno
YouTube - 09 Fit Dyno.avi

Conclusion
6HP gain and 4Torque gain sounds aggressive and I would say definitely worth the investment getting 6% HP increase
 

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Sweet.. can`t wait to see some pictures..
 
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Pics please!
 
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Originally Posted by j6kwok
So I just went up to PRM today and got the Intake installed looks good!!!
I love where the filter sits, it's a lot lower then the GD3's and looks very clean especially since it's all fabricated by Gerry himself.

My initial butt dyno says there's a bit of mid RPM torque, feels better going up hill so it's good stuff especially since the car lacks power

I won't know how accurate my butt dyno is so gotta wait for the dyno session next week so I'll keep everyone posted and I'll take some pics tmr when it's brighter outside
Thanks for the great news! Please tell Gerry for me that he has an order for a blue intake just sitting in California, waiting for availability of the first production run. Never mind, I'll tell him myself.
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 02:52 PM
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i assume there was low-end power lost...
 
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i assume there was low-end power lost...
You assume wrong.
 
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Originally Posted by j6kwok
So I just went up to PRM today and got the Intake installed looks good!!!
I love where the filter sits, it's a lot lower then the GD3's and looks very clean especially since it's all fabricated by Gerry himself.

My initial butt dyno says there's a bit of mid RPM torque, feels better going up hill so it's good stuff especially since the car lacks power

I won't know how accurate my butt dyno is so gotta wait for the dyno session next week so I'll keep everyone posted and I'll take some pics tmr when it's brighter outside
I PM'd my pre-order for the GE8 version of the PRM intake. Gerry says it will only be about 2 weeks before these are ready to sell/ship. Crappy economy hell- MY Fit's Christmas will be good!

Thanks Gerry!!!!
 
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Originally Posted by manxman
I PM'd my pre-order for the GE8 version of the PRM intake. Gerry says it will only be about 2 weeks before these are ready to sell/ship. Crappy economy hell- MY Fit's Christmas will be good!

Thanks Gerry!!!!
Wow!! thats going to be soon!!
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 08:41 PM
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Ya guys pretty much this intake is done just waiting for the dyno to see the result posting pics later tonight well in an hour or two
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 09:02 PM
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i got on the prm website to take a look at this intake, and i think i'd rather wait for somthing a little better. it looks like someone took metal tubing and a vaccum hose and made a intake, i.e. it's wack!
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by samson simpson
i got on the prm website to take a look at this intake, and i think i'd rather wait for somthing a little better. it looks like someone took metal tubing and a vaccum hose and made a intake, i.e. it's wack!
You just described all Short Ram intakes, and most cold air intakes. Please wait for something better. You'll stay stock forever.
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 09:24 PM
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So this is the premier intake to get huh? Sweet, how much? Easy DIY installation?
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 09:31 PM
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Alright here's some pics of the intake

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I think we should start a group buy I can talk to Gerry and see the price he can do for us
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 09:36 PM
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Originally Posted by j6kwok
Alright here's some pics of the intake




There's a bolt for the bracket jsut I was in a rush so I didn't put it on



I think we should start a group buy I can talk to Gerry and see the price he can do for us
plus one on that!!!!
 
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I'd like to know if there is a difference in fuel economy.
 
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Originally Posted by zakurie
I'd like to know if there is a difference in fuel economy.
In theory there should be...if your car is breathing better, it runs more efficient...
 
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Originally Posted by j6kwok
Alright here's some pics of the intake




There's a bolt for the bracket jsut I was in a rush so I didn't put it on



I think we should start a group buy I can talk to Gerry and see the price he can do for us
Look for Gerry's new thread- Group Buy is coming immediately. Watch the PRM page in the Marketplace section.

For California buyers-- unless some intake maker finally gets their product passed by CARB and gets the CARB Exempt sticker for you to display under your hood, you will have to replace the stock intake every time you go in for Smog Inspection. I bought one of the Group Buy original PRM intakes for my '07 Sport. Used it 3 weeks, then totaled it in a crash. It took 1 minute to get the PRM off at the wrecking yard, and throw the stock intake under the hood to satisfy my insurance company that all stock parts were on the car.

I sold the PRM to another fitfreak friend, and so have the money to buy the new version PRM intake.

Try taking off any chamber, most SRI's, or any cold air intake in one minute.
 

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Old 11-17-2008, 11:11 PM
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How is the sound / noise level on this intake? I'm looking for something quiet, that will add a few HP and improve fuel economy slightly.

I don't mind a little extra noise, but if it's loud, I'll pass.
 
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Old 11-17-2008, 11:15 PM
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Originally Posted by tobey457
How is the sound / noise level on this intake? I'm looking for something quiet, that will add a few HP and improve fuel economy slightly.

I don't mind a little extra noise, but if it's loud, I'll pass.
It was not loud on my '07. A little quieter than the K&N SRI that the PRM replaced. But what is loud to you may be different from my perceptions. All after-market intakes will be a little noisier than stock.
 


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