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Old Nov 4, 2010 | 12:39 AM
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Looking for a link to the DIY air cleaner mod. I've tried searches and haven't found one.
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Old Nov 4, 2010 | 12:54 AM
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There is a thread on C5 Tech about a '97 air cleaner question.
I have made this mod on our '02 and it has made a difference.
I just didn't do as neat a job as this person!
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Old Nov 4, 2010 | 07:51 AM
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Old Nov 4, 2010 | 10:42 AM
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Maybe this?

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Old Nov 4, 2010 | 10:50 AM
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Hey, that's slick. Have any step-by-steps? Or maybe pics of it disassembled?

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Maybe this?

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Old Nov 4, 2010 | 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by dndrsn
Is that a camaro / firebird CAI lid ??
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Old Nov 4, 2010 | 12:23 PM
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Originally Posted by hotwheels57
Maybe this?

Nice I was going to use a dremmel for doing the cutting, or would you recomend something other?
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Old Nov 4, 2010 | 12:30 PM
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I used a DREMMEL with the ceramic cut off discs. You'll go through a bunch of the thin discs. I found thicker discs at HOME DEPOT.
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Originally Posted by hotwheels57
I used a DREMMEL with the ceramic cut off discs. You'll go through a bunch of the thin discs. I found thicker discs at HOME DEPOT.
I did the same until I found a little metal/diamond wheel that Dremmel sells. Thin, about the same diameter as the bigger discs, quicker cutting, and one will do several covers. (gets a little gummed up after two covers)
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Originally Posted by hotwheels57
I used a DREMMEL with the ceramic cut off discs. You'll go through a bunch of the thin discs. I found thicker discs at HOME DEPOT.
I'd like to see the innards too like where and how the screening is attached etc if you have the time to get some pics.
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Originally Posted by 03WhiteConv
I'd like to see the innards too like where and how the screening is attached etc if you have the time to get some pics.
I sent you a PM with how I did the modification and additional images. If you need anything else, just PM me.
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Originally Posted by hotwheels57
Maybe this?

The screen is cutting at least 50% of the airflow.

You'd be better to leave it completely open or maybe use a metal with large holes that make the panel 80% + open.

You can also simply cut 1" round holes in the plastic lid to get more airflow.

The workmanship is great.
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Originally Posted by Sinister-one
Is that a camaro / firebird CAI lid ??
No, it's a Corvette Air Cleaner.
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Originally Posted by Vega$Vette
The screen is cutting at least 50% of the airflow.

You'd be better to leave it completely open or maybe use a metal with large holes that make the panel 80% + open.

You can also simply cut 1" round holes in the plastic lid to get more airflow.

The workmanship is great.
I guess you could put in a more open screen that would just catch the really big stuff. The size of the opening certainly has the potential and it looks stock. I cant see any advantage to aftermarket "CAI" over this unless you go with a vararam. Most of the rest of them get the air from under the hood anyways.

IMHO drilling holes just looks like a hatchet job, ok for a beater but not a vette.
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I just cut a bigger opening. No magic.

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Originally Posted by hotwheels57
Maybe this?

I was going to copy this design but I couldn't find an extension cord long enough to get to work and back

and yes, the craftsmanship is beautiful on this
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