First of all my car was running fine with the CAI and the engine light on.
No limits on rev etc.
I currently have reset the CEL and have the original intake back on my car.

As far as the retrofit.....
I am also concerned with the placement of the MAF sensor being to far for the existing wiring to reach although in this photo it does.
It appears that the entire section circled in white it the attached photo is the section being replaced and connected by the rubber section and clamps.
Is this correct ??
If so seeing you have only sold a small number of these what is the chance of fabricating a entire new mandrel in order to avoid using the additional hose to connect the existing part to the new modded part ??
It would look more "finished" IMO.