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JC because I am about to put together and install my K&N Typhoon...Any advice? I know its rudimentary, but just checkn in with those who have already done it. BTW, is it detrimental if I do not install the heat shield?

The directions are straight forward from K&N. Just follow those. As far as putting it together I did that in the house, before setting it under the hood to mount.

I would keep the shield

I agree with VIR as far as putting it together in the house. No need to stand outside freezing to death. I say keep the shield also. Mine rubs the hood but nothing major enough to not use it. I am not very mechanically inclined, so I had a friend help hold the heat shield while installing the gaskets and stuff. A helping hand will definatly cut down on time.

Yea, I had planned on install in my loft, then down to my garage to install in the car. A buddy of mine offered to help so I may bring it over his way to finish up. Thanks for the help so far.

come over my place. i'll help you out Aronson!

haha, you gonna charge me dirst drive fee? as if your whip isnt hooked up enough...lol. Maybe I will, ill PM ya. Thanks bro.

the k&n instructions are pretty clear, with step by step pictures. i would keep the heat shield.

Yea, the instructions are good. Just checkn in on any potential unwritten advice...thanks, plan on keepin the heat shield.

Oooooo got mine today! Installing tomorrow I hope if I have time!!!! Woohoo!

I just installed mine....woohoo is right! It was very easy, and if I say that, you can take it to the bank, cuz I'm very limited in ability. Hey, who knows how these are supposed to sound? It's raining here, so I couldn't get a good feel on my test drive. Heard a "rushing" air sound--is that normal???

You just bypassed a part of your intake that helps silence induction noises, of course it is normal.

Yeah, I read the part about a slightly different sound...just checking to make sure I did it right--apparently so. Wooohooo!!! :D