HTP 3" inlet/MAF pics and impressions

[smoogs12]

Just a quick little write up on my @HTP inlet and maf that I got back in February for my BT build.

Overall this is a great piece, especially considering the price. All the welds are great. Fitment is great, But you will (at least in my case) have to relocate the ECU.

The price however was a big part (probably the biggest) of why I opted for HTP. At the time I purchased mine, I got it shipped to my door for ~$200 for the TIP and MAF housing. The fact that the pieces are also of VERY good quality was just a bonus.

However, my main reason for this "review" is to give props to HTP as a company.

The customer service that I received was top notch. Katie would always respond to my emails during the same day, or as soon as she got in the next day. She answered all of my questions fully, and was always willing to do whatever I needed to make me a happy customer. Ups to Matt for putting her in charge of this end of the business.

And last but not least, thanks Matt for the awesome parts. I wish I lived closer to you guys so I could have custom work done.

Here are the links to all the stuff you will need to make this intake work:

-HTP 3" Inlet
-HTP MAF (believe these are made to order).
-45* Silicone elbow
-Filter
-Honeycomb Air Straightener
-Hose and some clamps to connect to valve breather

Finally for those who care, here are some pics.

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[leon78]

+1 for awsome customer service. Got my TIP from them as well.

[breakfstincluded]

i want metal tip make woosh noise more than silicone

[bmylez]

So it looks like you secured your ECU with zip ties and a bolt in the fuse box? I wanted to mount my ECU there, but previous owner of my car said it would brick the ECU from too much vibration...do you have the case grounded anywhere?

[smoogs12]

No the Ecu isn't grounded. Meant to do that but it just kinda fell between the cracks with all the other stuff that's been going on with my car.

Is it grounded in the stock location? I can't remember.

@bmylez

[bmylez]

I'm just going off of what I was told. Your car has obviously been driving for a little while now.

[smoogs12]

Did you find an alternative spot to mount your ecu?

Reason im asking is because relocating to the fuse box wasn't the most elegant thing in the world. Wondering if you found a better spot.

[dantes5823]

I actually ordered my inlet from them as well. I wish i knew they did maf's as well.

[smoogs12]

Originally Posted by dantes5823 I actually ordered my inlet from them as well. I wish i knew they did maf's as well.

Yeah idk why @HTP doesn't make it an option when you're placing your order. Im sure it would sell well.

[dantes5823]

Originally Posted by smoogs12 Yeah idk why @HTP doesn't make it an option when you're placing your order. Im sure it would sell well.

It totally would. They would be the one stop shop for a good quality, amazing priced, intake setup. You hear that @HTP!

[HTP]

Originally Posted by dantes5823 It totally would. They would be the one stop shop for a good quality, amazing priced, intake setup. You hear that @HTP!

Sure do! We're actually in the process of testing our new MAF (not quite ready for release) but when it is ready we'll definitely be offering some package deals.

-Katie

[smoogs12]

Originally Posted by HTP Sure do! We're actually in the process of testing our new MAF (not quite ready for release) but when it is ready we'll definitely be offering some package deals. -Katie

When you say "new", will it be different than the one I received in February?

Also is there anyway that you guys could incorporate an air straightener into the MAF housing?

[HTP]

Originally Posted by smoogs12 When you say "new", will it be different than the one I received in February? Also is there anyway that you guys could incorporate an air straightener into the MAF housing?

Yes, it is very different, and we will replace yours and the few others that we sold.

Matt

[dantes5823]

But back program??? kinda wish it was out already, I woulda bought it.

[LOZ]

Any updates? Or at least an estimate of release?

[smoogs12]

Originally Posted by LOZ Any updates? Or at least an estimate of release?

@HTP

[smoogs12]

@LOZ in case you or anyone else cares. I just emailed Katie about this and said to look for an update later tonight.

[LOZ]

Originally Posted by smoogs12 @LOZ in case you or anyone else cares. I just emailed Katie about this and said to look for an update later tonight.

Nice! Thank you sir! Im going big turbo so Idef care

[HTP]

Update:

MAF housings will be available very shortly, and in multiple sizes (3", 3.25" & 3.5"). Katie and I are hammering out pricing as I type this, so we are in the final stages of releasing this. I think you will find these to be priced very nicely as with all of our products. Recently we've been very busy expanding our machinery to automate some of our manufacturing processes to keep costs down. These housings are OEM quality, featuring bead rolls along with a secured air straightener, and are built to last.

I have read various threads in regards to big MAF housings being offered by other manufacturers and am finding a general disregard for small details like bead rolling ends. I'm reading that its unnecessary because its not seeing any pressure when in fact they are actually necessary for positive clamping of the filter and coupler. Over time these rubber/silicone parts degrade, get oily, dry rot and want to work themselves loose. Having been in the automotive service business for almost 13 years now, we see several cars every year get towed in due to their MAF and filter falling off. A simple little bead roll can prevent this from happening. These and many more details, like distance of the sensor to the straightener, play a major role in to how we make a product. I know we've taken our time in working on and releasing these and the other cool products we have in the works, but it's very important to us to take all the details into consideration. After all, if we're not happy with the final product, we certainly wouldn't expect you to be! :-) We're appreciative for your enthusiasm and patience!

More details and pictures to follow..... :-)

Thanks!

Matt

[smoogs12]

Originally Posted by HTP with a secured air straightener

Thank you soooo much for doing this. This is the one thing that I don't believe any other "universal" MAF has.




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[dantes5823]

I think past stock size straightener isn't really needed. I don't have one and I haz no problems. But it surely can't hurt right.

[smoogs12]

Originally Posted by dantes5823 I think past stock size straightener isn't really needed. I don't have one and I haz no problems. But it surely can't hurt right.

My trims were pretty wacky before I put one in.


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[dantes5823]

That might explain my trims. I might just buy one to see.

[smoogs12]

Originally Posted by dantes5823 That might explain my trims. I might just buy one to see.

Yeah my stft were all over the place. Would bounce from -5 to -20 sometimes when idling.

@86azms3 is the fluid mechanics expert though. Im sure he could explain the need for using an air straightener much more thoroughly than I could.

[Voltwings]

Yeah, im absolutely thrilled with my HTP 3" inlet, as soon as this MAF comes out they've got my money.

[dantes5823]

Originally Posted by smoogs12 Yeah my stft were all over the place. Would bounce from -5 to -20 sometimes when idling. @86azms3 is the fluid mechanics expert though. Im sure he could explain the need for using an air straightener much more thoroughly than I could.

Dude mine are all over the place at idle! Hmm maybe I'll give it a shot. For a bit my idle ltft was pretty high. Past few days it was normal again. Then today I went logging and flashing again and they hit 10-14 again. I'll keep an eye on it. It only does that at idle tho. And takes forever to hit 14.8

[smoogs12]

Yeah my afr would be in the low 15s at idle . I mean that first breakpoint is always really hard to calibrate, but stft of 20 is dumb.

[dantes5823]

Originally Posted by smoogs12 Yeah my afr would be in the low 15s at idle . I mean that first breakpoint is always really hard to calibrate, but stft of 20 is dumb.

Past that like first 5g/s it's all good. Within like 3 and wot is on point. It's just that idle portion.

[smoogs12]

Originally Posted by dantes5823 Past that like first 5g/s it's all good. Within like 3 and wot is on point. It's just that idle portion.

How are your trims in the 15-80 range?

[dantes5823]

I don't have a log in front of me but it's all within like absolute 2-3. Actually I have a portion thats .7. And zero I think.

[smoogs12]

Hmm interesting. Either way I would still get an air straightener. Only 20$, and I doubt that SURE, HTP, ect use them just because.

[Dash08]

I'm running an HTP inlet as well.

Talked to Katie and had the part on my doorstep in less than a week. Outstanding service and communication.

The part itself is excellent. Great finish and flawless welds. Thanks again @HTP

One thing I didn't expect is the sound it makes. Noticeably louder when boosting and really brings out the flutter during blow off.

I like teh soundz of teh turboz.

[dantes5823]

I was expecting my turbo to be loud but gtx is so damn quite. I'll post results if I get the thing.

[smoogs12]

Originally Posted by dantes5823 I was expecting my turbo to be loud but gtx is so damn quite. I'll post results if I get the thing.

The thing=?


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[dantes5823]

Originally Posted by smoogs12 The thing=? Sent from my iPhone using Fapatalk.

Straightener. I'll prob go with the honeycomb from treadstone. Unless I can pick up a straightener from sure.

[smoogs12]

Originally Posted by dantes5823 Straightener. I'll prob go with the honeycomb from treadstone. Unless I can pick up a straightener from sure.

Sure sells them?


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[86AmishMs3]

Originally Posted by smoogs12 Yeah my stft were all over the place. Would bounce from -5 to -20 sometimes when idling. @86azms3 is the fluid mechanics expert though. Im sure he could explain the need for using an air straightener much more thoroughly than I could.

MAF Airflow Straightener Testing

Tis here.

[dantes5823]

So pretty much idle trims are gonba be on crack.

[dantes5823]

I'm gonna pick up a honeycomb I'll post results. Once I can I'll post my last maf cal

[HTP]

I spy with my little eye...



Have a spectacular weekend! ;-)

-Katie