Hi everyone! Just wanted to share my thoughts on the EC V4 intake after having it installed for almost a week now. If you aren't familiar with it, here's what we're talking about: https://shopeurocompulsion.net/coll...n-fiat-124-spider-abarth-v4-air-induction-kit
Install
Install was about as easy as you'd imagine with it being right at the front of the engine bay. I'm 6'3" with decent sized hands, so there was one part that had me nervous that involves reaching down behind the ECU to remove a hose clip, but a long flat head screwdriver made it easy once the big, stupid stock airbox is out of the way.
I ran in to one non-issue during install, and the EC team was quick to follow up with me.
Driving Experience
It works! I've generally been dismissive of the value of intake systems in the past, but Fiat has managed to design a system that absolutely warrants an upgrade. The stock system is very restricted, and EC seems to have gone the other way by using the widest silicone pieces they could. I was surprised how big the air filter was when I first opened the box. This thing looks like it can move some serious air and is very high quality.
When I first installed it, I went for a top-down drive to listen for any changes. Driving at or near full-throttle, there's now a nice, subtle turbo whistle as RPMs climb and a light flutter as you let off. It's definitely not loud, since it's still a closed intake system as opposed to their V2, but it's a nice change on top-down days listening to the engine. With the top up or any music on, I haven't noticed it.
However, I bought it for its functionality. The car feels like it's more confidently able to get going at low RPM's (driving in my parking garage, traffic), and it definitely breathes better wringing the engine out. It's not a crazy gain of course, but the butt dyno absolutely says it works. I also think that this intake is a fantastic foundation for further modifying the car in terms of higher boost levels down the road, but that this intake alone, or this with an exhaust system would be great mods to do together. I would also bet the V2 sounds amazing!
Overall, I'm totally happy that I got this. I'm happy to answer any questions. I attached a photo of the engine bay after install.
Install
Install was about as easy as you'd imagine with it being right at the front of the engine bay. I'm 6'3" with decent sized hands, so there was one part that had me nervous that involves reaching down behind the ECU to remove a hose clip, but a long flat head screwdriver made it easy once the big, stupid stock airbox is out of the way.
I ran in to one non-issue during install, and the EC team was quick to follow up with me.
Driving Experience
It works! I've generally been dismissive of the value of intake systems in the past, but Fiat has managed to design a system that absolutely warrants an upgrade. The stock system is very restricted, and EC seems to have gone the other way by using the widest silicone pieces they could. I was surprised how big the air filter was when I first opened the box. This thing looks like it can move some serious air and is very high quality.
When I first installed it, I went for a top-down drive to listen for any changes. Driving at or near full-throttle, there's now a nice, subtle turbo whistle as RPMs climb and a light flutter as you let off. It's definitely not loud, since it's still a closed intake system as opposed to their V2, but it's a nice change on top-down days listening to the engine. With the top up or any music on, I haven't noticed it.
However, I bought it for its functionality. The car feels like it's more confidently able to get going at low RPM's (driving in my parking garage, traffic), and it definitely breathes better wringing the engine out. It's not a crazy gain of course, but the butt dyno absolutely says it works. I also think that this intake is a fantastic foundation for further modifying the car in terms of higher boost levels down the road, but that this intake alone, or this with an exhaust system would be great mods to do together. I would also bet the V2 sounds amazing!
Overall, I'm totally happy that I got this. I'm happy to answer any questions. I attached a photo of the engine bay after install.
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