My m1000 was doing the same thing. Collapsing that hose when snow got on the vents. I just measured the opening on the airbox,which I think is 4' and bought a k&n filter with an outerwear that would fit on it under the hood.I took off all the stock crap on the underside of the hood and it works...
I think he has the desire,he just needs to stop being a quitter on the track. Dont bitch and moan your car is junk on the radio, tell Dave Rogers what is wrong and help him get it right.Dont get mad and wreck the car. If they ever get it together it will be alot of fun to watch!
Its getting a little sickening isn't it. I heard Hendrick did a 3 crew chief swap today. Was praying they move Knaus away from Johnson,but no luck. Need 11,29,24,14 to step up and take it away. If kyle Busch ever pulls his head out of his azz, look out,he will be unstoppable!