restriction of stock intake in 2000 2.5L NA SOHC

[friendly_jacek]

Hi,

I did a search on this and found nothing revelant.

In short, there is a plastic part on the hood that effectively resticts the inlet of the stock intake. I guess to protect from snow/ water directly entering the intake. Did anyone modified/removed that? Any effects (MPG, HP, etc.)?

Thanks

[friendly_jacek]

Anyone, please?

 

I vaguely remember someone mentioning this a couple of months ago, but cant find the post.

 

Any benefits, possible risks?

 

Thanks