Aluminum Intakes
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Burning Brakes
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From: The Woodlands Texas
Aluminum Intakes
I am considering replacing my factory "plastic" intake with one of the new polished aluminum models on the market so I can port match my new heads and extrud hone (polish) the plenum runners. I have seen 1 offered by Holley and another, split body design, by Lingenfelter. Anyone have experience with either of these? Results, headaches, etc? Input appreciated.
Drifting
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From: Dayton Ohio
Originally Posted by jeremy civiero
I dont know this from personal experiance but I have heard that the aluminum intakes retain engine heat and you lose h.p from heating the incoming air.good luck,JER
Heat and weight issues, from what I've heard. If you want port-matching, I know the FAST manifold has that capability. There are probably others out there as well. Good luck!
Team Owner
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From: Raleigh / Rolesville NC
Originally Posted by jeremy civiero
I dont know this from personal experiance but I have heard that the aluminum intakes retain engine heat and you lose h.p from heating the incoming air.good luck,JER
Heat and hot air kills HP. Aluminum my look cool but is not for performance. That is why all the non movable parts on intakes are nylon composite, light wieght and do not retain much heat.
Safety Car
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From: San Diego, CA "leaf" "tee" "e"
Originally Posted by AU N EGL
Heat and hot air kills HP. Aluminum my look cool but is not for performance.
Race Director
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From: Menifee CA
Originally Posted by leaftye
Just wait till the ricers hear about your blasphemy! Everyone knows bling is worth anywhere from 5-200 hp!
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