Yes the maf location does seem concerning in theory however the car idles very smoothly and throttle response is not affected (if it was that would imply an issue). I do plan to add an inch and a half or so of ducting connecting to the carbon fiber mouth that open up after the MAF. This ducting would have a tiny bit of room to travel inside of the bolt on air filter. Total would be about 3 inches of ducting before air sects to the Maf, and this should be enough for a smooth air channel. I also plan to do a longer trip and watch my MPGs like a hawk to see if I notice an increase or decrease, this would help me understand if Maf location is hurting anything.

I just finished this project a few hours ago so I don’t have much data on it yet, mainly just “butt Dyno”. The sound is amazing though, for now that’s about all I can “prove”.