I am very happy with the performance of my Miata, but I am wondering if I can improve my current performance AND fuel economy with an aftermarket intake. Here is the rub - I currently get an AVERAGE of 30 MPG in daily driving, which is, from what I understand, better than average economy for my perfectly stock vehicle. I am hesitant to screw around with anything that may decrease my economy and cost me $200 to boot. Logic tells me that the intake would increase the fuel economy even more, but I've been burnt in the past using my logic. I just drive the car as a daily driver and don't need ultimate performance from the new installation.
- Has everyone who has switched to a short ram system noticed an increase in MPG?
- Is the performance and MPG increase worth the money and time investment?
- Should I go with a short ram system, or just switch to a high-flow K&M filter?
- Which short ram system would be the safest bet?
- Is it worth the extra installation headaches and $$ to get a cold air system?