Blackwing question
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Blackwing question
I am going to add a blackwing to by 2004 LS1.
Seems this is an easy bolt on to the stock unit.
Here is my question.
Is this all I need?
Many of the catalogs offer upgraded air couplers and power ducts too.
All with claims of additional horsepower too?
Appreciate any advice. Thanks.
Seems this is an easy bolt on to the stock unit.
Here is my question.
Is this all I need?
Many of the catalogs offer upgraded air couplers and power ducts too.
All with claims of additional horsepower too?
Appreciate any advice. Thanks.
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The Blackwing is a good move without a doubt. Silicone couplers and carbon fiber airbridges smooth out the appearance of your engine compartment but IMHO you'll be hard pressed to realize any significant RWHP.
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No extra bolt-on HP from the couplers and all that stuff. The Blackwing has the potential to increase the HP. Go for it - and then you need to let the engine breathe a little better by adding a cat-back exhaust. 
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Unless you are pushing a huge amount of hp to the wheels the stock components you mention do not need to be replaced (until you reach about 600rwhp) unless for aethetic purposes.
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Originally Posted by Poptops
The Blackwing is a good move without a doubt. Silicone couplers and carbon fiber airbridges smooth out the appearance of your engine compartment but IMHO you'll be hard pressed to realize any significant RWHP.
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I really do not think you will get any HP benefit from the coupler. Just go with the Blackwing unless you just want something else for looks. JMO.
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