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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 07:24 PM
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Hey all,

When I bought my car, it had a K&N Intake on it. I was just wondering if it would be worth it to switch to either a Vararam or Honker intake? What is everyone's input on this?

George
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The cold air from the two intakes you mentioned is definitely beneficial.
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Hey all,

When I bought my car, it had a K&N Intake on it. I was just wondering if it would be worth it to switch to either a Vararam or Honker intake? What is everyone's input on this?

George
Come see us at Carlisle next weekend and get a super deal on a Vararam from Corvettes of Westchester!!!!
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I was actually thinking about going down to the show at least one of the days, I'll have to figure out how much money I have to spend. Its only about a 1 hr, 30 min drive from either of my locations.
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Yes, it is well worth it; you will gain at least 12 RWHP. I like the Honker because it still allows cold air to reach the engine bay, especially if it contains long tube headers which cook the poor underhood components.
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Just wondering...do you have the KN FIPK or just the KN replacement filter?

I have the FIPK and when installed properly, you have to cut the radiator cover to allow fresh air to come in. Therefore, you're getting increased cfm via the filter and fresh air.

The V-ram from what I hear is great if you're at the track every weekend. Personally, I'd leave teh KN and spend money on another mod like an exhaust

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If you have the FIPK setup, you might be able to save the airbridge and use it (only possible if you have the vararam)
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