What did you do to your FL5 today?

[DmK]

the larger MAF housing in the Cobb Redline does not force extra compression or raise temperature inside the stock inlet pipe

it reduces upstream pressure losses, and the velocity drops in the enlarged MAF section, which lowers frictional losses before the air reaches the turbo

the irreversible losses that would convert kinetic energy into heat are minimized by the velocity stack and straightener grid

although velocity does rise again in the factory diameter pipe, the overall result is higher absolute pressure at the compressor inlet than with the stock intake

Cobb has shared test data showing the airbox pressure stays closer to ambient which lets the turbo reach target boost with less wastegate duty, lower exhaust manifold pressure, and better efficiency

i.e. the intake flows more air with less restriction and helps the turbo work more easily rather than against added losses

in fluid dynamic terms, Bernoulli’s relation for steady flow shows that lower velocity in the large MAF section corresponds to higher static pressure there for the same mass flow

the smooth contraction that follows raises velocity and lowers static pressure, yet the total stagnation pressure delivered to the compressor remains higher because upstream losses have been reduced

for typical intake velocities the associated temperature changes are only a few degrees and do not meaningfully affect compressor inlet conditions


in short, the design improves turbo efficiency rather than creating additional work for it

https://www.cobbtuning.com/products...nda-civic-type-r-fl5-acura-integra-type-s-de5

Very detailed answer, thank you!

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[egxflash]

Ironically, PRL's intake is now 50 state CARB legal in 50 states, but im glad to hear positive things about the Cobb, especially coming from Subarus.

I just realized I never got the CARB sticker from them that I submitted for like 1-2 mos ago!

 

[MrBBQ]

I just realized I never got the CARB sticker from them that I submitted for like 1-2 mos ago!

I realized I don't have a CARB sticker from COBB either. Will have to request one.

 

[Mrjustin81]

Now I ought to be able to see anything backing up.

 

[Chilly613]

Installed the JDM Euro Horns, 08P80-T60-000 and got a PRL Intercooler during the 4th of July sale from TSP.

 

[SpoolinFK8]

My little guy every time he gets to rev the R. The pop is much louder in person than the phone makes it seem, you can see him jump on the second loud pop. Lol

 

[Mrjustin81]

Update: WAY WAY brighter than the OEM
Can finally use the mirrors instead of our low resolution back up cam

 

[Cueyo]

My little guy every time he gets to rev the R. The pop is much louder in person than the phone makes it seem, you can see him jump on the second loud pop. Lol

Got me giggling like the little guy too, that's awesome

 

[SpoolinFK8]

Ordered some over night parts from Japan, I put it on my Tab at Harry’s. $218 on shipping & Tariffs fees.

 

[getRIGHT]

I’ve been hoping to see someone try out those fuses and coils ever since I saw this vid a while back

 

[SpoolinFK8]

I’ve been hoping to see someone try out those fuses and coils ever since I saw this vid a while back

I already have the HKS spark plugs installed. i also have the first version of the Japan High Spark coils.

 

[Mrjustin81]

35% ceramic all around and 70% on the windshield. Kinda wish I went a little darker but I’m getting old man night eyes , so for the best

 

[SpoolinFK8]

35% ceramic all around and 70% on the windshield. Kinda wish I went a little darker but I’m getting old man night eyes , so for the best

I went with ceramic 50% all around and 70% on the windshield. Rolling straight out the dealer and straight to my friends shop lol.

 

[Chilly613]

Gave her a quick wash.

 

[zumbooruk]

Installed Ravelco Anti-Theft Device

https://www.ravelco.com

full discussion and details:

I had the Ravelco installed on Friday

The installer was awesome, loves what he does and it shows, answered all my questions, took his time and did a perfect job.

Works as advertised, I am fairly certain that it will be very difficult to defeat, video notwithstanding.

I still have the 41.22 kill switch with the remote control, new in box. I never installed it. not sure if I should sell it, or install it as a backup in case the Ravelco is defeated...

This should make drive-away theft very difficult, time consuming, if not impossible.

Next on my list is to evaluate GPS trackers for recovery when the thieves use a flatbed truck.

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