Which air induction system?
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Which air induction system?
I am considering an air induction upgrade to my 2001 coupe. I have read many good comments about the Donaldson Blackwing system. Does anyone have any information regarding the Vortex Rammer Cold Air System?
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Hurricane Air Induction
I just installed the Hurricane by West Coast Corvette (see their website) their version of the Vortex. I think they are all the same in the long run. Mine works fine. Added another solid 20-22 hp at speed.
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I was happy with the Blackwing as well, but wanted a larger air bridge and to get rid of the accordian coupler (NX install).
I found that selling my Blackwing and buying the Halltech Stinger was a great solution.
The Halltech comes with a HUGE filter that makes the Blackwing look tiny, a large air bridge, and a smooth coupler for $200 -- The same I paid just for the Blackwing.
Going from the Blackwing to the Halltech I did notice a little bit better response off idle, whereas it seemed with the Blackwing I noticed more of a difference over stock when I was up in the RPMs. The Halltech is the only choice in my opinion, I wasn't interested in the Vararam, even if it makes more power, the two I saw personally didn't have a professional fit and finish, and were not a 15 minute install / remove if needed for any reason.
In any case, I will agree that you will see gains from any of them, just different levels, and as I see it, with the Stinger you get the most for your $200. Heck, an air bridge alone was more than that when I was looking 3-4 months ago.
I found that selling my Blackwing and buying the Halltech Stinger was a great solution.
The Halltech comes with a HUGE filter that makes the Blackwing look tiny, a large air bridge, and a smooth coupler for $200 -- The same I paid just for the Blackwing.
Going from the Blackwing to the Halltech I did notice a little bit better response off idle, whereas it seemed with the Blackwing I noticed more of a difference over stock when I was up in the RPMs. The Halltech is the only choice in my opinion, I wasn't interested in the Vararam, even if it makes more power, the two I saw personally didn't have a professional fit and finish, and were not a 15 minute install / remove if needed for any reason.
In any case, I will agree that you will see gains from any of them, just different levels, and as I see it, with the Stinger you get the most for your $200. Heck, an air bridge alone was more than that when I was looking 3-4 months ago.
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Originally Posted by Tony_C5_04
I was happy with the Blackwing as well, but wanted a larger air bridge and to get rid of the accordian coupler (NX install).
I found that selling my Blackwing and buying the Halltech Stinger was a great solution.
The Halltech comes with a HUGE filter that makes the Blackwing look tiny, a large air bridge, and a smooth coupler for $200 -- The same I paid just for the Blackwing.
Going from the Blackwing to the Halltech I did notice a little bit better response off idle, whereas it seemed with the Blackwing I noticed more of a difference over stock when I was up in the RPMs. The Halltech is the only choice in my opinion, I wasn't interested in the Vararam, even if it makes more power, the two I saw personally didn't have a professional fit and finish, and were not a 15 minute install / remove if needed for any reason.
In any case, I will agree that you will see gains from any of them, just different levels, and as I see it, with the Stinger you get the most for your $200. Heck, an air bridge alone was more than that when I was looking 3-4 months ago.
I found that selling my Blackwing and buying the Halltech Stinger was a great solution.
The Halltech comes with a HUGE filter that makes the Blackwing look tiny, a large air bridge, and a smooth coupler for $200 -- The same I paid just for the Blackwing.
Going from the Blackwing to the Halltech I did notice a little bit better response off idle, whereas it seemed with the Blackwing I noticed more of a difference over stock when I was up in the RPMs. The Halltech is the only choice in my opinion, I wasn't interested in the Vararam, even if it makes more power, the two I saw personally didn't have a professional fit and finish, and were not a 15 minute install / remove if needed for any reason.
In any case, I will agree that you will see gains from any of them, just different levels, and as I see it, with the Stinger you get the most for your $200. Heck, an air bridge alone was more than that when I was looking 3-4 months ago.
Nothing even comes close, as far as best bang for the buck. Here's what you get:
Please note that you must register in Halltech's site before you can see the $199.00 price.
