Another day, another mod:
Eventuri CF Intake System
So, to be honest, this was probably one of the LAST things I was going to do on the platform but.... oh well. Got my hands on one so I might as well.
As with all Eventuri systems, build quality is superb, the CF weave is pristine, and fitment is spot-on (ish). Install was easy considering it was basically getting access to the intake lid and nothing more. The scoops, on the other hand, were a bitch since they didn't fit correctly (more on that later).
In terms of anything gained? Err... well not much, if at all. I know intakes wouldn't do much in terms of power, especially considering I am not tuned, but I was hoping for at least a notable difference in terms of sound. With the F80 eventuri intakes, I at least got to hear some swooshy-swoosh sounds from the turbos, but those sounds aren't apparent on the F97 at all even with the CF lid and filters. I *might* hear a little bit more noise from the engine when pushing it under load, but that could all be placebo as well. I guess I need some more seat time with it since I only drove the car with my entire family inside so I couldn't push it as much as I wanted. And maybe the ASD is drowning out those sounds as well. I dunno. Just a slight bit disappointed with it is all. It sure looks pretty though. LMAO and now because I have the Eventuri intake, I am now obligated to get the CF strut brace as well to match. I've already ordered it and should arrive in the next two weeks or so. FML. The only thing gained from this install was a lighter wallet. I guess the weight savings really do add up?
Oh, the scoops. Well I guess the shape of the LCI bumper changed a tiny bit from the pre-LCI because getting the grill back on was damn near impossible. In terms of the process, they were exactly the same as the pre-LCI as per instructions (except for removing the camera in the middle). However, the CF scoops extend 2mm a little too far and aren't flush with the grill openings, so they get in the way of the double slats of the kidney grills. It took my a while to get the grills back on, but with some elbow grease and mild punches + frustration + lots of swearing, I was able to get them back on. It's tight in the there so Eventuri may have to modify the scoops to fit flush with the bumper opening. Honestly a millimeter or two should do it. Hopefully I haven't scratched the back of the doubles slats too much getting them on. whoops.
So yeah, not sure if I recommend to most people. Going in, I knew I wanted some engine bay bling which the Eventuri system achieves. Just don't expect anything else out of it imo.
