Hey guys,

So I did the "cheap" stock intake mod, and threw in a new K&N cone filter. My question is.. would I benefit at all from a heat shield around this sucker? I know its in the same place as the stock intake filter, but its now subject to the elevated engine bay temps. Let me know what you think!

Here's a pic:

 

The colder it is the better. So yes

 

Is it possible that the filter could rub those wires underneath of the filter at all?

 

Nahh, I see what you mean looking at the picture though. Its just the angle of the picture, those wire connections are on the top of the wheel well. A good 5-6" below the filter & remaining filter housing

 

Good....