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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 10:11 AM
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So i got my 04 Z06 and it came with a blackwing intake. SHould i spend the money and go to the Vararam?
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 11:05 AM
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If you want better accelaration yes.
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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 01:51 PM
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It's all a matter of preference and how your car runs in the first place. I have a blackwing, however, I also did some DIY mods that allow air to flow directly into the filter, creating the same effect as the V-Ram. I am more than happy with my set up.

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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 02:57 PM
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No keep the blackwing.


Now there will be : on this one. PPL have like one or the other.
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I have the Blackwing and think the Vararam is better, just not worth the cash to make a switch. The Vararam isn't made that well and is somewhat of a pain to install. Just do the DIY mod for the Blackwing, and although probably not as efficient as the Vararam, it will work great. If you're dying for that extra tenth at the track, go Vararam.

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Old Oct 11, 2008 | 08:54 PM
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If you are looking for the best possible time slip numbers at the track the vararam will prove itself better than the blackwing.

Otherwise, save the $300.00
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