[Z06] Custom air intake

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Nov 4, 2007 | 04:16 PM

DERJ

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Custom air intake

I finally got around to taking some pics of my custom setup (don't mind the dirty engine bay...)

After seeing a C6 K&N FIPK, I just ordered the 18" filter replacement and attached it to the air bridge with another coupler. It is huge (and costs a kit less than just about any kit out there.)
It runs great and appears to have much more air surface that a blackwing.

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Nov 4, 2007 | 05:26 PM

illmac77

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how much and whats the part #

Nov 4, 2007 | 05:39 PM

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Very creative, and yes it is obviously bigger than a BLACKWING!

DIY intakes can be much less expensive than after market.

Nov 4, 2007 | 05:57 PM

DERJ

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K&N RP-5135
http://www.knfilters.com/search/prod...x?Prod=RP-5135

Ordered mine from Jazz Pro Parts for $108 shipped...

Nov 4, 2007 | 08:15 PM

silver_z06

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that cold air intake looks like the one I have, except that mine is 20 inches and its called the RAPTOR XXL, thats a hell of an intake

Nov 4, 2007 | 08:20 PM

02QSZ06

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I've never taken the stock filter box apart. Do you just remove it, add the coupling and filter where it was? What size is that coupling?

Thanks,

Andy

Nov 4, 2007 | 08:35 PM

DERJ

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Yup - that's it.
4" coupler.

Nov 4, 2007 | 09:19 PM

illmac77

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Quote:

Originally Posted by DERJ

K&N RP-5135
http://www.knfilters.com/search/prod...x?Prod=RP-5135

Ordered mine from Jazz Pro Parts for $108 shipped...

thank you just ordered one for $108.xx shipped too..

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Nov 5, 2007 | 12:32 AM

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Nov 5, 2007 | 09:06 AM

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Wow, an alternate solution! I have been looking at CAI's, and am really confused as to what to go with. Can anyone chime in on the Pros, and Cons with doing something like this? I like the cost, but would it work as well as a Vararam or Halitech. I am very new to these types of mods so please excuse my ignorance. Thanks!

Nov 5, 2007 | 03:01 PM

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froggy47

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Any codes?

Nov 5, 2007 | 03:22 PM

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Nice find... I may order one too. Need to get the coupler.

Nov 5, 2007 | 04:06 PM

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Anyone? Pros, and Cons about doing it this way as opposed to buying one? Looks great to me, but I want to make sure I am doing things properly. Thanks!

Nov 5, 2007 | 04:16 PM

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^ Saving money... no Con... if you have a Z06 you have fresh air screens that flow air right there.

Nov 5, 2007 | 05:26 PM

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No codes so far - I realy don't see why it would either...

As for inexpensive couplers, here's where I got mine:
http://www.bakerprecision.com/purosil.htm

Nov 5, 2007 | 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by DERJ

No codes so far - I realy don't see why it would either...

As for inexpensive couplers, here's where I got mine:
http://www.bakerprecision.com/purosil.htm

You should cut up what you have left of the $36 12" length you bought and sell it to forum members...breakeven = free mod!