Damaged MAF - Will this be a problem?

[Tim30250]

I'm in the process of supercharging my 330. As I was disassembling some parts today I noticed that my MAF had some strange damage to the back side plastic (whatever this part of it does) on the side nearest the throttle body. Take a look at the pics. I don't want to push any boost through this since it's already hanging by a thread and I certainly don't want any plastic bits breaking off and getting sucked into the engine.

Can I just break this off and will the car run okay, or should I order a new MAF? Also, if I can't do without this piece, is it possible to replace just this plastic thing without having to buy a whole new MAF?

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[ritos530i]

Most people remove it anyway. The one on the front is the one to be concern with so it's no big deal. however you might want to plan for a MAF in the future soon if money is an issue getting one now.