740 LH2.4 turbo MAF hose question

Dauntless · Jun 17, 2014

This is what the hose looks like:

The thing that externally looks like a sensor, is it actually a sensor? On inspection it is hollow. Is it simply a heating coil inside? Is it necessary, or can I leave it off while making a new intake?

Philia_Bear · Jun 17, 2014

Hot wire to burn off oil from PCV
Emissions crap
It fails within 5000km of new

please do leave it off :-)

Dauntless · Jun 17, 2014

Thanks Mike, that's exactly what I wanted to hear.

Philia_Bear · Jun 17, 2014

Recommended 3" replacement

Philia_Bear · Jun 17, 2014

And pics as promised as well

Dauntless · Jun 17, 2014

Thanks. I have a solution in mind. At the moment I'll keep the 2.5" MAF. If I choose to upgrade to a 3" I'll only need to spend $20 on a 3" joiner.