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Anyone have this e-bay intake?
Melting Slicks
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From: Jax Florida
Wow, it looks good in that pic. Glad I didn't pay for the Blackwing on my car or else I'd be looking into this one.
And yes... I love ebay. "Killing the Corvette tax, one product at a time."
The Corvette tax only exists because people keep over paying. I will not be a victim.
And yes... I love ebay. "Killing the Corvette tax, one product at a time."
The Corvette tax only exists because people keep over paying. I will not be a victim.
Last edited by Ryan L; Feb 19, 2007 at 08:29 AM.
Race Director
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From: San Antonio Texas
St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'08
Air Intake
For 21.00 I dont think you cant buy one K&N Filter, I think you will be dissapointed with the quality of this set up.
But if you want to waste 21.00 is your call!
But if you want to waste 21.00 is your call!
Melting Slicks
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From: Jax Florida
I think the point is that you should/can swap the cheap filter will K&N washable ones. The metal Y is what most is interested in, since it's the same as the other brands mentioned.
Race Director
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From: San Antonio Texas
St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'08
Intake
Go to the for sale forum, and buy this Halltech Intake for 200.00 I can assure you that you will be happier in the long run! ! Beside you wont have to pay the shipping amount from Ebay! ! Thats a high shipping cost!
Here is the link on this item:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1627180
Here is the link on this item:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1627180
Racer
Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Bowie Maryland
I'm a firm believer in... "you get what you pay for". I personally will spring the extra dough.... not only for a better part performance wise, but for peace of mind and lack of embarrassment. I'm not saying spend $500 on a Callaway Honker like I did, but at least go with a proven brand. This is your Corvette!, not your Tercel. Go used if you have too, you can replace the filter cheap.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2004
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From: Bay Area (Danville) CA
Well I agree that is is a vette and does deserve great parts. If I had a $500 to buy a callaway and it didn't put a den't in my pocket i would certainly go that route.
But i think the key fact here is that the ebay kit is comparable to the same setups sold by places like Ecklers,etc. which are priced rediculously for essentialy the same item!!
If someone bought the Ecklers dual cone intake and posted here and mentioned he paid the $199.00 for it, everyone would say nice job.
The Eklers kit is part # 46234 and claims a 14hp increase!!! And it's the exact same crap. http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...dept%5Fid=1298
Tell me that's not crazy.
But i think the key fact here is that the ebay kit is comparable to the same setups sold by places like Ecklers,etc. which are priced rediculously for essentialy the same item!!
If someone bought the Ecklers dual cone intake and posted here and mentioned he paid the $199.00 for it, everyone would say nice job.
The Eklers kit is part # 46234 and claims a 14hp increase!!! And it's the exact same crap. http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...dept%5Fid=1298
Tell me that's not crazy.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Florida
That looks exactly like the one i bought, same color filters. Has that nipple i was talking about. And those brackets. Except I saved 150 bucks. Which i used to by a B&M short shifter from a member here.
Last edited by chris308; Feb 19, 2007 at 05:58 PM.
Race Director
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From: york pa
You read the item I hope - good ONLY for the '97-'00 (can't tell the year of your Vette since you failed to fill out the profile).
Before you 'jump' into this - take a look at Forum vendors items - or the C5 For Sale/Wanted section.
Regardless of the price - you may be better off purchasing from a "known" vendor
Before you 'jump' into this - take a look at Forum vendors items - or the C5 For Sale/Wanted section.
Regardless of the price - you may be better off purchasing from a "known" vendor
Le Mans Master
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From: Wichita KS
I got the exact same one from the same vender, no problems at all, great price, easy install, nice sound, way better throttle response, WELL SPENT $45. I dont believe that it causes turbulence at the y either, mabye if it was a jet engine sucking in a ton of air.
Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '03-'04-'05-'06-'07-'11
I was really interested in this type of setup until I read Richard Newton's piece on this subject in his book "CORVETTE C5 - Performance Projects". In it he states that ".....(a Y intake system) seems like a good idea until some people found that the intersection of the two air paths created tremendous turbulance right at the juncture. The result was that LESS air was intering the plenum than with a single filter." (Linear-flow) He also stated that 1) aftermarket air intake/filters don't make the hp figures that the makers "claim" and 2) most invite water injestion into the induction system. The original GM system was intended to keep noise to a minimum and keep water out. (I'm just the messenger....)
I've always had aftermarket intake/filter system on all of my cars. The noise and the "percieved" hp gains ya know. With that in mind I'll save my money until I can afford a good linear system and include a hood seal.
I'm in a slow, calculated trip to improve the looks and a few cost-effective minimal performance mods of my '98 C5. Being retired I need to be mindful of my money.
(BTW: the C5 is the best vette I've owned or driven bar none.)
I've always had aftermarket intake/filter system on all of my cars. The noise and the "percieved" hp gains ya know. With that in mind I'll save my money until I can afford a good linear system and include a hood seal.
I'm in a slow, calculated trip to improve the looks and a few cost-effective minimal performance mods of my '98 C5. Being retired I need to be mindful of my money.
(BTW: the C5 is the best vette I've owned or driven bar none.)
Did Mr. Newton provide flow bench results to substantiate this claim?
The idea that the twin-ram type intake creates "turbulence" in the intake tract and somehow will not flow well is false, proven by flow testing done by forum member RedHotZ06 (Paul) -
You might be interested in this post (and the entire thread)
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...7&postcount=64
Interesting stuff. Enjoy - the pictures are gone, but the info lives on.
Here is my wifes coupe with the twin-ram setup. I like it because it is easy to install and easy to maintain - plus it just looks cool.
best regards -
mqqn
Melting Slicks
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From: Rhode Island
I'm a firm believer in... "you get what you pay for". I personally will spring the extra dough.... not only for a better part performance wise, but for peace of mind and lack of embarrassment. I'm not saying spend $500 on a Callaway Honker like I did, but at least go with a proven brand. This is your Corvette!, not your Tercel. Go used if you have too, you can replace the filter cheap.
Racer
Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Bowie Maryland
What the hell does embarrassment have to do with it? You will need to prove to me that the Callaway will provide more hp. What is wrong with the intake he's talking about? I bought one off of ebay and it's a beautifully welded and polished two into one with K & N filters that looks great, performs well , and fits perfectly. I paid around $60.00 for it. It's not about money. I can well afford to overpay for an intake. My Corvette is just one of my many vehicles. Hell, when I did my heads/cam I replaced my perfectly good air conditioning compressor along with many other parts including lifters, etc. just because it was easier to get at. Leaving me an extra $440.00 to mod my car with top quality components just makes good sense. I put all the best products into my car where it counts. RPM transmission, Elite catch can, Dynatech stainless setup, B & B exhaust, Futral cam, etc. and in no way will compromise on quality or workmanship. If you paid $500.00 for a Callaway or any other, you got screwed. Just deal with it and forget the sour grapes.
Melting Slicks
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From: Indianapolis In
Racer
Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Bowie Maryland
Ok now I have to ask. You bought a "proven" product? This overprice product is "proven" by who? Callaway? It's a paper filter system........why should it cost $300+............again.....paper filter........who is proven here & who got screwed? $85 just for the replacement filter....Am I missing something? IT"S PAPER...........http://callawaycars.com/store/index....tion=pricelist My $46. (including shipping) filter system is superior to stock, looks better, and for the price.....It's proven!!! to me anyway.
The Intake is proven by all the tests and reviews from magiznes, shops, and forum members (not from Callaway). I gained the advertised 16hp for sure... dyno proven.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2002
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From: Indianapolis In
You are right. The actual filter is cotton fiber that is washable. That make it an $85 teeshirt. I'm sorry it is over priced regardless of the material. 16 hp is good but the system is over priced.
