Here's the problem everyone fails to see, both CAI and short ram have their benefits and faults. You have to decide which you prefer; colder intake charge or quicker spool time.

Short ram intakes allow the turbo to spool quicker. The shorter tubing allows less vacuum to follow each intake pulse. Everyone thinks the intake suck in air steadily, when in reality its a series of pulses, as the way the exhaust works (each time a cylinder fires the waste gas is pushed out, like a pulse, which then drives the turbo to suck in another pulse of air). In another words, it's easier to suck in air through a straw than it is a garden hose.

Cold air intakes create larger vacuum and turbulance, thus slowing down the amount of air that is sucked in. At the same time, it lowers the intake temperature which creates a denser air charge. This denser air absorbs more heat from the turbo which cools it and also gives a colder charge into the motor. The intecooler can then lower the charge more as it passes. Only problem is where you find the threshold where this stops working. If you suck in 20 degree dry air, the intercooler wont help cooling the charge because its already colder than it can cool. Colder air charges do give more horsepower, lean out air/fuel ratio, and reduce the chances of detonation.

To dismiss a CAI as doing nothing is incorrect, but you must weigh the benefits. I decided to go with a short ram because I wanted a faster spool and larger volume of air. Decide what you want to do and which makes the most sense to get there.