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Old Dec 5, 2004 | 02:53 PM
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Default How do I open up cold air intakes?

Has anyone cut openings in cold air intake plastic while still on car?
What is the best way to do this without removing them.

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Old Dec 5, 2004 | 03:57 PM
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I used a dremel tool to cut mine while in the car and others have used a drill to make the holes. I think Grumpy my have a pattern
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I removed mine completely intact so I would not have to drill them and put Z06 screens in.
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Old Dec 5, 2004 | 04:42 PM
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I removed mine completely intact so I would not have to drill them and put Z06 screens in.

I did the same thing.
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I removed mine completely intact so I would not have to drill them and put Z06 screens in


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Originally Posted by Zilla
I used a dremel tool to cut mine while in the car and others have used a drill to make the holes. I think Grumpy my have a pattern
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That looks great!
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Old Dec 5, 2004 | 07:16 PM
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Default Victor here - cold air inlets

Originally Posted by Skyguy^^
I did the same thing.
Is it a difficult job removing the air intakes and replacing them with Z06 intakes?

Victor
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OK! Bought a Dremel with the wand. Used plastic cutting tool. Made a template, outlined it with white crayon. Cut like butter.

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