Jeep Garage  - Jeep Forum banner

Volant CAI

90K views 342 replies 94 participants last post by  offwhite 
#1 ·
#84 ·
Ok guys ... Pictures not needed ..simple install. I had the k&n in and went to this cai. Lot more pep and more resonance from the engine, smoother shifts. Deffinate improvement and increased hp. Only issue I can see is changing the air filter ...looks like you have to take the box off. Would I spend the money again ...yes and yes again. Really let's the engine breath. How many horses? I would guess 8 hp. But that is my opinion.
 
#85 ·
Ok follow up.. Drove it down to the mall today about 20 miles. Smooth as ever..kick down when hitting the accel. Hard ... No drama... Just smooth power and some sweet noise. Now for mph...you will see modest gains at best if you drive it the same way. However, if you are like me... And punch it ...you will be filling up more often.

Really.. The drive quality is vastly improved.
 
#86 ·
Ok follow up.. Drove it down to the mall today about 20 miles. Smooth as ever..kick down when hitting the accel. Hard ... No drama... Just smooth power and some sweet noise. Now for mph...you will see modest gains at best if you drive it the same way. However, if you are like me... And punch it ...you will be filling up more often.

Really.. The drive quality is vastly improved.

would it be possible to post a video/audio clip? i would love to hear the difference in the sound...
 
#89 ·
Just ordered mine, it seems to be the best designed plus I've known a few people with them on other vehicles and swore by them. It was 260 shipped with the discount code and free shipping promotion. I haven't even had my WK2 for 24 hours yet :eek:... This is going to be just as bad as my JK. Just Empty Every Pocket still applies :thumbsup:
 
#92 ·
Just installed mine and the sound is really nice coming out of it, motor revs up faster it seems. Anyways, it looks like the airbox clamp (pipe side) is right up against the pipe for the AC condenser. Over time with movement and rubbing I think there may be an issue with it wearing through. Does anyone else's touch? or is it just mine?
 
#96 ·
yes the volant is completely open air facing the fender and still utilizes the snorkel for fresh air as well. just think of your average intake sound and add the manliness of the old spice guy to it
 
#97 ·
Fitted mine today, 35c (95f) did not notice any heat sink.
Driving moderately (normal) could not tell the difference.
Put the boot into it and wow I have a V8!
Turned the head on a HSV driver that gave it stick of the line at the lights. His jaw dropped when he saw me next to him, he smiled with a thumbs up.
The sound is loud 4-5grand.
 
#119 ·
Hey DH, Any problems with fitting to our RHD versions? and who did you end up ordering it through?
 
#98 · (Edited)
I had the best of intentions to shoot some before and after video, but my Volant showed up yesterday by surprise (original ETA was Friday) and after opening the box I couldn't wait to install it. :)

The previous posters were right in that the instructions are weak to say the least, but anyone with reasonable mechanical ability should be able to figure it out.


As for any performance improvement, I would say that the throttle lag is greatly diminished. I'm not expecting much in overall HP gains but I'm very happy with the improvement in drivability thus far.


The sound is very close to the stock air box - until you get on it!!


I would say that this was a very good purchase and based on my experience, I would do it again and recommend it to others considering the purchase.
 
#102 ·
I had the best of intentions to shoot some before and after video, but my Volant showed up yesterday by surprise (original ETA was Friday) and after opening the box I couldn't wait to install it. :)

The previous posters were right in that the instructions are weak to say the least, but anyone with reasonable mechanical ability should be able to figure it out.


As for any performance improvement, I would say that the throttle lag is greatly diminished. I'm not expecting much in overall HP gains but I'm very happy with the improvement in drivability thus far.


The sound is very close to the stock air box - until you get on it!!


I would say that this was a very good purchase and based on my experience, I would do it again and recommend it to others considering the purchase.
Instructions!
What instructions?
I did not get any with mine.
Only took 10 minutes to fit.
The longest part was figuring were the bracket went.
 
#105 ·
I just installed mine last night and was thinking a lot about the water exposure issue. It sounds awesome and the pep is great though. The reality is I don't really want to be fording anything that may be of concern with my WK anyway because water + electronics in a car like ours = a freaking nightmare. Won't stop be from blasting through puddles though!
 
#108 ·
I would agree that it is not as "water tight" ... but I think the statement losing 12 inches is excessive, although I think that 5 or 6 would be closer to the mark. Although as soon as a snorkel is developed I will be going that route.

Cheers !!
 
#109 ·
I just bought mine from MPCustoms and installed it this weekend. I only had a chance to run up to the store so far with it on. Couldn't get into it to much but when I did it felt a little better throttle response than before, but sounded louder. I will have to wait and see, but of course now its raining.
 
#112 ·
Wow very impressed with the product. It has cured my desire, albeit temporarily, for an exhaust...

I had to install the included bracket opposite of how it is shown in the instructions, but other than that it went super easy. Didn't take more than 20 mins to swap.

Definitely louder at WOT. Butt dyno feels good but it could be placebo until dyno's are available.

My videos turned out pretty poor but i will try to upload one of them for you guys...
 
#114 ·
I just got mine today this week after ordering it in early November. They said they have had a hard time keeping them in stock but at least know it is here. I will install it this weekend but will not be able to WOT as we just got 6+ inches of new snow. Though it might be fun in a large open parking lot.
 
This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.
Top