Air Intake Requirements
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Air Intake Requirements
I will be purchasing either a BLackwing or K&N Intake.
The question I have is does the instalation of either intake system require some kind of software upgrade?
Regards,
Deborah
The question I have is does the instalation of either intake system require some kind of software upgrade?
Regards,
Deborah
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I have installed the dual snorkel from K & N along with several other mods at the same time. I did not need to make any adjustments, but later reprogramed my computer as another add to the system.
There was anoticable difference in the performance of the coupe with the air intake upgrade. Hope you enjoy the new mod.
There was anoticable difference in the performance of the coupe with the air intake upgrade. Hope you enjoy the new mod.
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Originally Posted by Deb's 2004
I will be purchasing either a BLackwing or K&N Intake.
The question I have is does the instalation of either intake system require some kind of software upgrade?
Regards,
Deborah
The question I have is does the instalation of either intake system require some kind of software upgrade?
Regards,
Deborah
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Originally Posted by Deb's 2004
I will be purchasing either a BLackwing or K&N Intake.
The question I have is does the instalation of either intake system require some kind of software upgrade?
Regards,
Deborah
The question I have is does the instalation of either intake system require some kind of software upgrade?
Regards,
Deborah
...dont worry about some these guys kidding you...
...Actually it is a valid question considering the alteration from normal operating conditions of the LS1 engine...
...depending upon the range of the volume of air the computer will, given enough driving miles, make adjustments for the change in air volume...
however, I have seen at least one circumstance in which the volume of air exceeded that range...therefore, another mod of the MAF sensor corrected the problem...
The air intake systems you are considering should not require further mods or reprogramming to enjoy the benefits of the better intake system.
peace
stu
PS...really rather strange: I have just been preparing my sermon for tomorrow on the Prophetess Deborah in Judges 4...
...she lead the way to deliver a breath of fresh air to Israel...
Deborah means to do things in orderly manner...
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From: Austin, Texas
Originally Posted by HHC5
Do the improved intakes have any impact on gas mileage--just curious??
Yes, mine went way down, becuase with the improved SOTP feel, I CAN'T KEEP MY RIGHT FOOT UNDER CONTROL
.Actually, I haven't experienced any improvement in gas mileage, although I had hoped that would be the case. But at 20+mpg, back and forth to work, who can complain
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Originally Posted by roscoe118
Actually, I haven't experienced any improvement in gas mileage, although I had hoped that would be the case.
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From: Jacksonville Florida
Originally Posted by jcgrcya
Damn, that's how I was gonna sell my wife on why we(I) NEED this mod!!
Here's a note for you:
To whom it may concern:
Adding an improved air intake systems greatly improves gas mileage and engine performance for safety reasons. In fact, the more you add the better the mileage and the safer you will be.
Please let you husband modify his Corvette up to and including a Lingenfelter blower (or two).
Sincerely,
Corvette Modaholics Anonymous
Print this out and see if it will help.........
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At least for the Blackwing, it is just a plug and play. Your computer will relearn the air flow after about 50 miles of driving.