hey guys,

im new to this forum and own a 06 polo gti.
i want to install an apexi pod filter and replace the existing airbox.
ive got a question though, the plastic pipe that runs from the engine block and connects to the top part of the airbox...what do with it when i have removed the top part of the airbox? this plastic pipe clicks into the top part of the airbox so im not too sure what it really does, im guesing it acts as air flow into the engine block. im not too keen on jus leaving it out wide in the open for obvious reasons, dirt going into the engine block?
can anyone help or sugest what i do with this pipe, do i block it off?
anyone who has a pod installed, can u pls advise.
i know some of u are guna recommend goin the seat intake as ive read and searched thru the forum but its fairly xpensive and ive already got this pod filter.

cheers guys!