Induction
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Drifting
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Texas
Induction
Ive seen on here a few times where people cut holes under their air filter for more fresh air
my question is does this really help alot? and can i see some pictures if it lives up to the hype
my question is does this really help alot? and can i see some pictures if it lives up to the hype
Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2006
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From: Houston Texas
Is that a NO to one or the other or both questions?
By drawing air from under the radiator shroud, you get cooler air that is denser than the air from the engine compartment and it does work.
Yes, the original location of the air filter intake is supposed to be sealed from the engine compartment, but most are not sealed very well and do draw warm to hot air into the system.
Denser the air, the better the air/fuel ratio, and better performance.
By drawing air from under the radiator shroud, you get cooler air that is denser than the air from the engine compartment and it does work.
Yes, the original location of the air filter intake is supposed to be sealed from the engine compartment, but most are not sealed very well and do draw warm to hot air into the system.
Denser the air, the better the air/fuel ratio, and better performance.
Last edited by Eddie & the Cruisers; Mar 25, 2008 at 01:09 AM. Reason: Spelling and grammar
Le Mans Master
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Race Director
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Holes in the radiator shroud around the filter is what this sounds like. That would steal air from going through the radiator. If you cut it already, cover the holes up and check for gains or losses, then uncover them and check again. Tell us how much difference there is. I will bet there is no gain.
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Melting Slicks
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From: College Station TX
Colder air makes more power because you can add more fuel.