Z06 Air Intake questions
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Racer
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From: Churubusco IN
Z06 Air Intake questions
I have an '03 Z06.
I was thinking about getting a Halltech Stinger. As I understand, I would then have to get a different MAF or get a computer tune or the compute will have problems with this setup and throw codes. Is this correct?
How about a Blackwing and a High-Flow Power Duct. Would this work without other modifications?
How about the K&N FIPK Kit?
Would any of these made a noticeable difference on a daily driver with the occasional spirited driving?
I was thinking about getting a Halltech Stinger. As I understand, I would then have to get a different MAF or get a computer tune or the compute will have problems with this setup and throw codes. Is this correct?
How about a Blackwing and a High-Flow Power Duct. Would this work without other modifications?
How about the K&N FIPK Kit?
Would any of these made a noticeable difference on a daily driver with the occasional spirited driving?
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Yes, many 02-04 Z06 owners who have installed aftermarket intakes without swapping in a screened MAF or getting a dyno-tune have reported lean codes. Although I am not certain, I would expect that any one of the intakes mentioned has the potential of causing a lean code condition in a screenless-MAF Z06. Whether gaining 8-10 RWHP is worth the cost of an intake and dyno-tuning is up to you. I gained a bit more because I started out with the VERY restrictive coupe/vert airbox.
Instructor
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From: Charlottetown Prince Edward Island
I did the K&N on mt z with no tuning or other changes to the maf. I also did a corsa exhaust. I dont think without new exhaust you will notice anything in your butt although it sounds like you are going faster!
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It may also depend somewhat on your altitude where you'll be primarily driving the car after the modification. I'm at 5,200 ft altitude. I cut my shroud and installed a BLACKWING and SLP "ice box" cover (CAI) on my Z16. I got intermittent codes that drove me nuts. I could've driven the 500 mile round trip to the nearest tuner/dyno and spent another $500 which probably would've eliminated the problem.
In the end, I decided it wasn't worth the money and effort. I don't have any other modifications nor plan any. I removed the system and modified my oem Z06 air intake with an enlarged opening. I improved the oem with a drop in K&N filter and smooth throttle body bellows. It doesn't look as sexy as an after market system, but I notice no difference in performance and get no codes now.
In the end, I decided it wasn't worth the money and effort. I don't have any other modifications nor plan any. I removed the system and modified my oem Z06 air intake with an enlarged opening. I improved the oem with a drop in K&N filter and smooth throttle body bellows. It doesn't look as sexy as an after market system, but I notice no difference in performance and get no codes now.
