look up the spectre plenum kits too.. but that defeats the purpose of a hood scoop
suckin in 200* radiator air has to hurt a bit
especially in the summer go for a drive and stick your finger in the carb, just dont yell at me for a burnt finger. haha
you could get a non clear filter then you wouldnt be able to see it n not worry! ha jk if its not sputterin i would concur its good but are you lookin at it when its runin?