Hey guys,
Just checked my oil and noticed my air intake hose (the one that runs from air box to inlet manifold) was split in a big way! Now, clearly mine is related to my DIY cold air intake putting some strain on the pipe, however it's worth noting that the whole pipe, even down by the throttle body where there's no strain from the CAI is showing signs of cracking and turning the way rubber does when it gets old and loses its flexibility.
If you're in an early 7th gen, just for peace of mind, pop the bonnet and inspect around the rubber hose on the inlet. Make sure it's not fatiguing, splitting or anything else. Don't wanna be sucking in unfiltered air. I feel a bit sick thinking that I've been sucking in unfiltered air to my engine!
Just checked my oil and noticed my air intake hose (the one that runs from air box to inlet manifold) was split in a big way! Now, clearly mine is related to my DIY cold air intake putting some strain on the pipe, however it's worth noting that the whole pipe, even down by the throttle body where there's no strain from the CAI is showing signs of cracking and turning the way rubber does when it gets old and loses its flexibility.
If you're in an early 7th gen, just for peace of mind, pop the bonnet and inspect around the rubber hose on the inlet. Make sure it's not fatiguing, splitting or anything else. Don't wanna be sucking in unfiltered air. I feel a bit sick thinking that I've been sucking in unfiltered air to my engine!