Mohit said:
And even if i had to drive thru deep water i can just disconnect the hose that joins my shielded pod filter so no water can get into the engine. Below are a couple of pics of my CAI.
Problem is there that you're not going to be driving along and then be able to jump out of the car and convert it to a shortram intake in time to avoid big puddles of water or possible water splashes that are injested by your intake... you're running a big risk of driving in heavy rains or where there is deep water or puddles....
Mohit, or anyone even considering installing a CAI , I strongly suggest or recommend installing one of these :
AEM sells these in different sizes... and they only cost around 35-45 US dollars, people sell them on ebay too...
Here is a quote by AEM about their bypass valves:
"AEM’s patented air bypass valve virtually eliminates the chance of hydro-lock in the event the filter of your AEM Cold Air induction system becomes submerged in water. The valve installs along the upper portion of the inlet pipe and shuts down induction at the filter when it becomes submerged, rerouting air through its external diaphragm to keep water out and air flowing in"