Just remember, metal pipework will heat up as the engine temp rises and will warm the air as it travels through the CAI to the throttle body. C/F will heat up as well, but the heat is not promoted through it. One of the only reasons I started looking for a heat dampening material to go with. C/F seems to be the best choice, for now, but does come with an ugly price tag.

Oh, and a friendly reminder to fellow S/C'ers.... check that belt tension. Just checked mine Saturday before taking her out for the weekend and she was pretty loose. Cranked the tensioner a bit and the difference was totally felt in accel.