Induction Kit & Exhaust

[LEK]

Hi all,

I've finally got round to thinking about investing in a nice Induction Kit & a sporty exhaust for my MK1 1.8 MP3, I've got my eyes set on a Pipercross Viper kit but I'm not sure whether to go for that or the other Pipercross Induction Kit that does not come with the cold feed pipe. I've read to be wary about the other Pipercross with the exposed cone as the way it sits in the old airbox location, it's still prone to sucking the warm air from under the bonnet and therefore prone to causing heatsoak for the engine. The Pipercross Viper does appeal to me but I'm a bit stuck as to where I would stick the cold feeding pipe if I did invest in that one.

Also, I've been umming' and arring' about upgrading to a sporty kind of exhaust - just something that gives a bit of an interesting sound (similiar to the sound of an ST170). However, I'm not sure if it's just worth upgrading the back box or if it's worth going the full mile and upgrading to an entire system. I've looked at Milltek catback's, a Cybox back box & a couple of other full systems but I'm a bit lost as to what to go for lol!

Lastly, Am I right thinking that upgrading all of the above would of result in a slight MPG drop?

Many thanks! :)

Liam

[artscot79]

cold air feed sits behind the passenger headlight for the viper kit wouldnt touch pipercross personally k and n or green cotton