Thoughts on AFE charge pipes?

[sdamike]

BladeRunner 2-1/4 IN Aluminum Hot Charge Pipe Kit Black

Flow and Performance:Smooth transitions in the mandrel-bent aluminum tubing decrease turbulence and minimize pressure loss, increasing horsepower and torque. The BladeRunner charge pipes kit provides a smooth transition between the turbochargers (2) and the intercooler for lower operating...

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No dyno posted, but claiming a 16% increase in airflow on the hot side. Cold side was only a 1% increase in flow so thats basically a pass. Has anyone done these or have any insight on them? Comparing how they look vs the OEM parts, the OEM do neck down quite a bit which the AFE gets rid of, not sure if that would equate to any real performance gains though. I'd assume any gains if any would only be if also running a JB4/Cat6. But just curious on anyones thoughts.

 

[CorysRHO]

The engine is a big air pump in a way, the more air you flow the more power. I'll be doing hot side at least.

 

[MurderedCat]

I’m intrigued, but not sure how much benefit.