Airfoil install
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Airfoil install
my airfoil was sent to my parents' house today, so I'm going to head over there soon to put it on. I know the install is probably very simple but before I start unscrewing & and removing stuff, I'd like to the know the exact install 1st. Thanks.
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Re: Airfoil install (red95vette)
The install procedure is actually to box it back up and send it back for a refund. There is virtually no gain resulting from the install of one of these things.
If you do want to install it, there are two types; one simply fits in the front of the throttle body and is clamped in place by the clamp for the air tube, or the other style uses an existing screw in the front divider in the stock TB. The TB is aluminum so don't tighten the screw too much or yo will risk stripping the threads. Just remove the air tube to gain access to the front of the TB.
If you do want to install it, there are two types; one simply fits in the front of the throttle body and is clamped in place by the clamp for the air tube, or the other style uses an existing screw in the front divider in the stock TB. The TB is aluminum so don't tighten the screw too much or yo will risk stripping the threads. Just remove the air tube to gain access to the front of the TB.
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Re: Airfoil install (c4cruiser)
The install procedure is actually to box it back up and send it back for a refund. There is virtually no gain resulting from the install of one of these things.
If you do want to install it, there are two types; one simply fits in the front of the throttle body and is clamped in place by the clamp for the air tube, or the other style uses an existing screw in the front divider in the stock TB. The TB is aluminum so don't tighten the screw too much or yo will risk stripping the threads. Just remove the air tube to gain access to the front of the TB.
If you do want to install it, there are two types; one simply fits in the front of the throttle body and is clamped in place by the clamp for the air tube, or the other style uses an existing screw in the front divider in the stock TB. The TB is aluminum so don't tighten the screw too much or yo will risk stripping the threads. Just remove the air tube to gain access to the front of the TB.
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Re: Airfoil install (red95vette)
The only additional tip I can give you is to use thread lock on the bolt (if yours is the kind that has one). There are horror stories of the bolt getting sucked into a valve = $$$$$$$
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Re: Airfoil install
Ok, I just got the house and got the part. it has a little metal bullet shaped piece that goes on the end of the screw. how does that fit on during the installation?? Thanks.
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Re: Airfoil install (vinnies87)
doesn't seem right? there's the air foil, the screw, and then there's a little metal bullet shaped piece that was also included. I bought it used, and don't have the person's # that shipped it. the bullet shaped piece was on the end of the screw in the packaging?
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Re: Airfoil install (red95vette)
Probably many more of the folks here have one than would admit to it..... :skep:
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Re: Airfoil install (Corvette Kid NC)
Probably many more of the folks here have one than would admit to it..... :skep:
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Re: Airfoil install (red95vette)
to install the "insert nut" you remove the 6 screws on the TPI cover...then remove the cover...it drops in the back part of the tpi where the screw will attach to it after it passes through the air foil...( use a small amount of threadlock on the screw).....IMO I felt a noticeable improvement in throttle response on my red automatic 95....good luck
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Re: Airfoil install (LT-4 CE)
Probably many more of the folks here have one than would admit to it..... :skep:
I do. Bought it before I knew better. But, it is still in the car, figuring it can't hurt/
I do. Bought it before I knew better. But, it is still in the car, figuring it can't hurt/
I pulled it off the 96 I traded in a couple weeks ago, I'll put in on the new 96 when I get around to it...
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Re: Airfoil install
well i found a website w/ some pics and got the install done earlier. i didn't use any threadlock, but tightened the screw in there pretty secure. i guess i will remove it and put some threadlock on it over the next month or so when i get time. I'm satisfied with it, it was only $15, and if i gained a little something then great...
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Re: Airfoil install (red95vette)
If you really want to have an AirFoil in your car, stick it under the Pax seat...It'll do the same amount of good there as in the engine, and none of the bad.
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Re: Airfoil install (red95vette)
Lol.. wow, you guys are roasting that thing :lol: . 1hp at 6500 is 1hp, right ? :D .... i still have mine somewhere. Instead of it just collecting dust on the shelf I think I may put it on (with loctite of course).
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Re: Airfoil install (pettvette)
to install the "insert nut" you remove the 6 screws on the TPI cover...then remove the cover...it drops in the back part of the tpi where the screw will attach to it after it passes through the air foil...( use a small amount of threadlock on the screw).....IMO I felt a noticeable improvement in throttle response on my red automatic 95....good luck
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Re: Airfoil install (pwrful c4)
Hey... just the thing to go along with those airfoils. I have some uhh..."sponsorship" decals... GUARANTEED to make your car go faster! :lolg: