Is there a way to remove the intake resonator/silencer but keep factory plumbing? Has anyone done some type of block off? I know it's debatable if it creates power or not. I like the sound of cone filters when accelerating and not to mention replacement oem filters have gotten expensive. So I decided to go with reusable cone, I got kit off of eBay. Motor has a little more grumble and I did notice a increase in mileage not really much power increase maybe a little better response.
And yes I searched for this didn't find anything maybe I worded wrong so if there is a thread about it could you point me in that direction instead of just saying "use the search function it's your friend"
Thanks

i do believe this is what you are looking for

Air silencer removal<-click

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All you have to do is remove the air box and you'll see the resonator. Just pull and wiggle it and it will come right out with no problems.

O sorry should have specified. I found that thread already. I did that but I used an adapter and cone filter instead of drop in. I was talking about the box and tube (maybe silencers) that are after the MAF sensor.

There is no debate.

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There is always a debate. I haven't seen concrete evidence either way. Like I said I like the sound and getting a reusable is more cost effective now.

A reuseable is more cost effective???? Change the air filter for $12. 120,000 miles you'll have $48 invested plus the washables don't filter as good as the paper and you have to oil them or they won't filter very well at all. Not cost effective at all.

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Umm let's see the air filter and adapter for my I ordered was $20. So 120,000 miles I'll still have, wait for it $20 invested. WOW! That's cost effective.
It's also a dry filter which I rinse dry and reuse. Plus my mpg went from 23.5 to 25 mpg.