I've narrowed it down to these 2 and am kind of torn, both look to be the best as far as a short ram goes. not wanting a cold air as I don't want to mess with the drilling and rearranging the front end of the car. So as far as those 2 go which should I go with? pros, cons? any input is appreciated

 

I know you said you don't want a CAI, but I think you can install the Takeda without drilling or rearranging anything. As for the Gen2 or R2C, I'd go for the R2C. Mainly because of the filters, and the black nickel finish looks beautiful in the engine bay.

 

I chose the R2C a few years ago. Here's a write-up on lessons learned:

https://www.myg37.com/forums/g37-sed...s-learned.html

 

R2c for sure that's the one I have and it looks absolutely gorgeous with the black nickel plated tubes!

 

My black nickel looked like complete crap after 3 months.i havent even had it a year.it pitted and faded so bad.i contacted r2c sent pics and got the polished pipes free.i wouldnt buy the black nickel.if i was r2c.id pull it from being sold.complete garbage

 

Maybe you just got a lemon?

Rochester has had his for several years now and it still looks great. Granted, he takes pretty good care of his engine bay.

 

One bad apple...

Coincidentally, I had both mid-pipes off the car today and was cleaning them for Spring. Since they're a plating process (and not paint or clearcoat), after basic detergent, if you gently go over them with mag polish, and then wax... well, it's a beautiful thing. They look amazing.

 

r2c any day!

 

Oiled or dry filters? I've always used dry filters but are there any benefits to the oiled ones?

 

R2C filters are dry.

Dry filters are disposable, whereas oiled filters can be cleaned and reused, so there's a cost benefit to oiled filters. However, oiled filters can compromise the MAF sensors if you over-oil them.

There is no right or wrong answer.

 

Ill stick to the polished pipes.they will never fade pitt or discolor

 

The R2C filters, while dry, are not disposable. You just wash them with warm soapy water, rinse, then air dry.

OP, of those two, without a doubt go R2C. Their filters are the best in the industry and they stand behind their product.

 

Good point. I've never tried to clean an old air filter, but would definitely recommend following through on that at least once.

 

Go with the R2C intakes!

 

One of the best write-ups I've seen on this forum great job John!