Originally Posted by MarkD

the actual part that may need cleaning is a thin metal piece in the middle of the big black tube.

If you have to replace a MAF, best price... at least for now... is autohausaz
here: http://www.autohausaz.com/search/pro...0Mass%20Sensor

This is a Bosch part, same as Porsche sells.
Sunset price is $446...