Black Wing
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Joined: Dec 2006
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From: ffld cty CT
you can find a nice used one for half of that $.....as for performance, you will notice improved throttle response, and your vette will have a better exhaust note...but don't expect a big power gain...but for the money its a nice mod. and it looks sweet too!
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I like the Blackwing on my car.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: PNW Cougar Country WA
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I got a C5 ZO6 filter cover for $50 which is the same as stock it just has a little bigger air opening to the filter. I still have the stock air filter cover so think i will put some even bigger holes in it and then bring a little fresh air in from the air dam behind the filter where the air comes in to the radiator. Bet that gives you as much air and more fresh air, as a custom intake, we'll see.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2004
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From: Sleepy Hollow- NJ
I went the way of the Blackwing and I defnitely noticed better throttle response. My wife noticed it also. The car is breathing much better now.
Found mine, used, on ebay, $140 shipped.
A little oil and cleaner from WCC= >$20
SLP Blackwing coupler from WCC= >$25
Used Blackwing on ebay= $140
Noticable throttel response in my C5 for under $200 = PRICELESS
Found mine, used, on ebay, $140 shipped.
A little oil and cleaner from WCC= >$20
SLP Blackwing coupler from WCC= >$25
Used Blackwing on ebay= $140
Noticable throttel response in my C5 for under $200 = PRICELESS
Le Mans Master
Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Orlando FL
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jun 2004
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From: Fishin' Pole FL
I got a C5 ZO6 filter cover for $50 which is the same as stock it just has a little bigger air opening to the filter. I still have the stock air filter cover so think i will put some even bigger holes in it and then bring a little fresh air in from the air dam behind the filter where the air comes in to the radiator. Bet that gives you as much air and more fresh air, as a custom intake, we'll see.
Racer
Joined: Dec 2006
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From: Riverview Florida
I purchased a REALLY nice used Blackwing here on the forum from a member for $150 shipped. I would be patient and buy a nice used one. However if you can't wait, you can find great deals here via supporting vendors, or e-bay.
My $0.02,
My $0.02,
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2002
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From: Iowa
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Can you tell a difference in performance?
For 300.00 I want to be sure.
Thanks all.
Thanks all.