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HPI Megamax Air Filter Installed!

The OE airbox and intake design in S-Cross 1.6 is restrictive and also sucks in hot air. I had to choose between cold air intake or something which will offer better flow. I have a massive Garrett intercooler and thought IAT wouldn't be much of a concern if I install an open air filter in the engine bay.

My friend had installed BMC DIA in his stage 3 S-Cross 1.6 along with routing of intake hose to suck in cooler air. It was decent. My only concern was oiling the BMC filter. AM racing told me about HPI dry cotton type air filter and it doesn't need to be oiled. It's also priced much lower compared to BMC DIA. I also heard good things about this filter installed in a stage 3 Polo 1.6 TDI. I finally decided to go ahead with HPI.

Installation was done at Engineering exponents Bangalore. They did a very neat job. Silicone hoses, clamps were used.

I have driven around 1000 km post HPI filter and am impressed with the outcome.

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