Radiator Protection Screen
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Radiator Protection Screen
My 99 has a Vortex Rammer and I would like to add a radiator protection screen of some type. I see them in the catalogs from $70-$130. I bet this could be a DIU project. Any tips on type of screen, size, etc. I did a search but would like more specific info, so any ideas would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Ron
Thanks,
Ron
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From: Not on either liberal coast.
This gets asked and discussed a lot. Did you try search or search this forum (in the red banner) in C5 Tech?
I just tried "radiator screen" as keywords...there are 45 pages of past discussions. That should give you some helpful hints...
I just tried "radiator screen" as keywords...there are 45 pages of past discussions. That should give you some helpful hints...
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Le Mans Master
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From: Midland TX
I have one of these that I bought from Elite Engineering - very well built.
http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C...or_screen.html
The problem is that because of my Hurricane Intake (crappy design) it is too much trouble to change the air filter as I would have to remove this screen (7 screws) every time I needed to access the Hurricane filter (plus 12 more screws and bolts to remove).
Therefore, I have a brand new EE Radiator Screen I would sell for $60 + shipping. If you are interested, just PM me.
http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C...or_screen.html
The problem is that because of my Hurricane Intake (crappy design) it is too much trouble to change the air filter as I would have to remove this screen (7 screws) every time I needed to access the Hurricane filter (plus 12 more screws and bolts to remove).
Therefore, I have a brand new EE Radiator Screen I would sell for $60 + shipping. If you are interested, just PM me.
Former Vendor
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From: Spring Texas
St. Jude Donor '08
Dude, you need an electric screwdriver. 
I have one of these that I bought from Elite Engineering - very well built.
http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C...or_screen.html
The problem is that because of my Hurricane Intake (crappy design) it is too much trouble to change the air filter as I would have to remove this screen (7 screws) every time I needed to access the Hurricane filter (plus 12 more screws and bolts to remove).
Therefore, I have a brand new EE Radiator Screen I would sell for $60 + shipping. If you are interested, just PM me.
http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C...or_screen.html
The problem is that because of my Hurricane Intake (crappy design) it is too much trouble to change the air filter as I would have to remove this screen (7 screws) every time I needed to access the Hurricane filter (plus 12 more screws and bolts to remove).
Therefore, I have a brand new EE Radiator Screen I would sell for $60 + shipping. If you are interested, just PM me.
Drifting
Joined: May 2006
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From: Arlington Texas, originally from San Angelo, TX
I have one of these that I bought from Elite Engineering - very well built.
http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C...or_screen.html
The problem is that because of my Hurricane Intake (crappy design) it is too much trouble to change the air filter as I would have to remove this screen (7 screws) every time I needed to access the Hurricane filter (plus 12 more screws and bolts to remove).
Therefore, I have a brand new EE Radiator Screen I would sell for $60 + shipping. If you are interested, just PM me.
http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C...or_screen.html
The problem is that because of my Hurricane Intake (crappy design) it is too much trouble to change the air filter as I would have to remove this screen (7 screws) every time I needed to access the Hurricane filter (plus 12 more screws and bolts to remove).
Therefore, I have a brand new EE Radiator Screen I would sell for $60 + shipping. If you are interested, just PM me.
Last edited by SilentFright; Sep 6, 2008 at 02:18 AM.
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St. Jude Donor '11-'12-'13-'14-'15
I have the Hurricane too, I think he means getting at it to clean it and re-oil it, It is a PITA but I do it as a massive Spring cleaning effort.
Of course the damn thing hasn't even been dirty!
Of course the damn thing hasn't even been dirty!
Burning Brakes
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From: Arlington VA
The screen from Elite Engineering is very nice. I have it on my 03 and I am running a Callaway Honker. You have to remove the Callaway housing from the top to clean the filter so no issues here as noted with those running a Hurricane CAI. EE's screen keeps out all the medium to large debri. Some small stuff like grass clippings may still get through. However, I think you will be happy with the end result and its ability to keep your filter clear.
Burning Brakes
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From: Vancouver B.C.
I have one of these that I bought from Elite Engineering - very well built.
http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C...or_screen.html
The problem is that because of my Hurricane Intake (crappy design) it is too much trouble to change the air filter as I would have to remove this screen (7 screws) every time I needed to access the Hurricane filter (plus 12 more screws and bolts to remove).
Therefore, I have a brand new EE Radiator Screen I would sell for $60 + shipping. If you are interested, just PM me.
http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C...or_screen.html
The problem is that because of my Hurricane Intake (crappy design) it is too much trouble to change the air filter as I would have to remove this screen (7 screws) every time I needed to access the Hurricane filter (plus 12 more screws and bolts to remove).
Therefore, I have a brand new EE Radiator Screen I would sell for $60 + shipping. If you are interested, just PM me.
Le Mans Master
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From: Vette Doctors Performance RX450 - 466RWHP !!!
I have one of these that I bought from Elite Engineering - very well built.
http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C...or_screen.html
The problem is that because of my Hurricane Intake (crappy design) it is too much trouble to change the air filter as I would have to remove this screen (7 screws) every time I needed to access the Hurricane filter (plus 12 more screws and bolts to remove).
Therefore, I have a brand new EE Radiator Screen I would sell for $60 + shipping. If you are interested, just PM me.
http://www.eliteengineeringusa.com/C...or_screen.html
The problem is that because of my Hurricane Intake (crappy design) it is too much trouble to change the air filter as I would have to remove this screen (7 screws) every time I needed to access the Hurricane filter (plus 12 more screws and bolts to remove).
Therefore, I have a brand new EE Radiator Screen I would sell for $60 + shipping. If you are interested, just PM me.
The screen from Elite Engineering is very nice. I have it on my 03 and I am running a Callaway Honker. You have to remove the Callaway housing from the top to clean the filter so no issues here as noted with those running a Hurricane CAI. EE's screen keeps out all the medium to large debri. Some small stuff like grass clippings may still get through. However, I think you will be happy with the end result and its ability to keep your filter clear.
This is the best product for this purpose.
Le Mans Master
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From: Midland TX
Got that... for the Hurricane I need tranquilizers!!! ...an exercise in patience.
I would normally do it every 6 months because of this dusty environment, but since the Hurricane I am down to about once per year now. I have to wait for the neighbors kids to be inside for when the cussing begins.
I would normally do it every 6 months because of this dusty environment, but since the Hurricane I am down to about once per year now. I have to wait for the neighbors kids to be inside for when the cussing begins.
Former Vendor
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From: Spring Texas
St. Jude Donor '08
