I searched and cannot find the most easiest way to do the bfi mod, something a beginner can do. i was just thinking of taking a dremel tool and cut the front side of the airbox i don't know i guess for more airflow

 

search please theres already a heap of threads on this topic.

 

to answer your question. yes.

 

I used to run mine like that and while it helps get a little bit more air in, that air is going to be much hotter now, so the gains are minimal, maybe a little low end response but up top stock feels better. BFI or leave the stock cold air setup is what i say.