Smile kid, were all rooting for ya.
And Dad, the cone filter mod that was done, if he connected it right up to the MAF, is probably saving some $$ on gas bills. Be careful, I think this mechanic may be trying to take you guys for a ride. I have seen lots of info pointing to the fact that having this kind of filter on your car helps more than it hurts.
Who installed the filter? Do YOU remember having any loose wires? Do you physically see any loose wires????? Do you have any CEL's? Any pinging, stumbling, stalling, etc?
Who makes the filter? I am sorry for all the questions but I have a real problem with anyone working on my car but me. I hear all kinds of remarks from people with mechanics that they trust saying wacky stuff. So really guys, I am not too comfortable with this answer.
But hey, this isn't your car totally so hey, sure get the box back on there and put a K&N in.
And hey....ummm one more thing, until the mod you did is tested and proven don't throw the old stuff away. I still have my airbox just in case I sell the car :rolleyes: ....yeah right!