Corksport tip install

Hey Ya'll, I am thinking of getting the I have a couple of questions that hopefully someone is kind enough to answer.. Firstly, can I install it myself? Second, because this will change the ratio of Cold air in the ECU should i get a tune? Or will the ECU automatically adjust to the differences? I dont wanna screw up my car with this.. This is the first mod on my '06 MPS3. Thirdly, if not corksport are there any other reputable brands for this type of mod? Log into your account. Password recovery.

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January 25, Share on Facebook. Keeping Cool: Figuring out the Intercooler Issue. You can also configure your SRI in different colors on the Corksport site to fit a theme under your hood. My car is blue, so that is what I went with. When the box arrived, everything was nicely wrapped and packaged, with instructions for installation the instructions provide pictures in case you get stuck and some Corksport stickers.

Installation was a bit tricky, as it requires a bit of removal of a couple things under hood, but as long as you are patient and study the instructions before the next step, it can be done in an afternoon you can also watch the Corksport Stage II Power Series Short Ram Intake Installation video here on FiveFiveGarage.

I know.. No special tools were required for installation, I used hand tools: mostly a ratchet, sockets, and some extensions. I will say that the engine compartment on a Mazdaspeed 3 is a very cramped affair, and would recommend wearing gloves if you have them to cut down on the scrapes and to keep that new TIP shiny!

Another recommendation during the installation process would be to pre-fit the turbo outlet coupling to the TIP with the T-band clamp facing up at an angle that makes it easier to reach with an extension and a socket. The area by the turbo outlet is very tight, even with removing the top mount intercooler, it is still a tricky bit of geometry to be able to get the coupler snug on the turbo inlet and be able to get a socket back there.

Other than that issue, my installation went pretty smoothly. After placing the new silicone coupler on the end, you then install the new MAF housing that comes with the intake. Also included in the SRI kit is a new high-flow air filter. You can get this is other colors at the time of order, but since everything is blue, I just continued the color theme. I was really impressed with the fit and finish on everything once it was assembled, and was really satisfied when I started the car after everything was bolted back up.

One of the deciding reasons I went with Corksport Performance parts, was that not only do they offer great products, but they also provide custom OTS Off The Shelf maps as well. After the intake was installed, I used my Accessport to upload a Stage I map for my car on 93 octane and took it for a spin.