Hey Jim- Thanks for the kind words. I agree you are a very consistent performer at the strip which makes you a very good candidate for such an independent comparison test. I think the best route for a follow up would be to contact Patrick about it. Check out the web site for contact information. It's http://www.vararam.com. Only he can answer your question. Thanks again.


OK sombodytellme...from your username I will assume that you might be new to all of this. Well, I understand your skepticism. Frankly it's a smart approach but one that you should add research to.

If you have knowledge of this type of device including it's current and past usage in motorsports you'll know that the concept is a solid one which is heavily regulated because of it's potential. VR has taken that concept and painstakingly adapted it to the C5 as best possible while keeping a stock appearance and without any cutting or drilling. Not an easy task mind you.

Also, the car that I mentioned in my previous post is not the A4 test car. The reason I brought it up is because it is an independent result...one that is outside VR's control. The only type of result that will prove without a doubt the capabilities of this system to it's skeptics. As you might know, the majority of advertised gains for performance parts are highly inflated for sales purposes.

The most verifiable in-house gain that VR has seen with this system is the one published. One which VR feels is enough to educate the public about the performance capabilities of it's product so they might have the desire to follow up. You should give them a call. They are willing to answer any questions you have about thier products including how and why it works.

 

nice sig! :cool:

 

Cemo,

thanks for the write-up. You provided me with lots of advice in the other post about the MTI intake that I'm considering. I was leaning towards the MTI, did not know much about the VaraRam, since it's so new. The way VR is setup is very elegant, using the factory air inlets. My question is: What made you want to change from the MTI to VaraRam? Were you unhappy with the MTI unit in any way? Or was it because you believe there's more power to be found with the VR?

Thanks,

 

Will I need to remove the Z06 screens for the VR to work effectively? Wouldn't look good anymore if I do.

RT

 

Hey RT,

The VR makes so much more sense to me than a bottom breather which I feel is a comprimising design because it steals air from the radiator. It is an entirely seperate system etc...

Also, the perfomance potential of the VR is much greater because it is placed directly in line with the leading edge of the car's frontal area.

Yeah, the Z06 screens will be somewhat restrictive for the VR. I think Patrick said somewhere around .05-.10 in the 1/4 mile. This is certainly an issue for Z06 owners to contemplate.

Thanks

 

I posted about using the Fog light area over a year ago after I had done some testing and found that area to have more pressure at speed than the radiator area. I made my own system like this one running hoses from the fog lights (mine didn't have fog lights) and modifying the stock airbox.

Only negative is that it picks up a lot more dirt but that isn't such a big deal just can't go 20,000 miles without a filter change/clean.

The system should work out pretty good.

 

Anyone who know their current shipping time ? Are they up to speed with the production ?

I would concider to give it a try if they can ship next day after order.

 

Jason,

Where are they located in Houston?

 

Any updates on performance and availability?

Joe

 

Rick- VaraRam's main office is located in Brookshire, west of town.

Joe- Availability is at 1 week back order. Those that order today will receive the kit in 7-10 days.

Performance gains are holding to the advertised numbers of .35-.4 sec and 4 MPH or better in the 1/4 mile. Upcoming race filter is worth .1 and 1 MPH above the original numbers. BTW, I got an email from a customer yesterday describing his results:
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Jason,

I’m new at this, so I’m not sure if our performance gains are in line with others or better.

I have installed and track tested on a 2000 automatic. The only modification from the stock run is B&B mufflers and the VR unit; stock 13.35 103mph 2.037 60’, (traction limited) 12.92 107mph 2.012 60’. Weather condition was very close to equal except for head wind during second time out.

BTW I’m not much for posting on BB, so feel free to share this information minus e-mail. Thanks

Hope that help.

Greg
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:cool:

Anyone know the risk of water ingestion with this system? I'd imagine it would be lower than the others.

Joe

 

I agree. Because of the location of the scoops you'd have to submurge the nose of the car in order to get a hydrolocking scenario whereas a large puddle could cause damage with a bottom breather. Also, there are water troughs w/ holes in the front of the VR scoops to furthur combat any water ingestion issues. I really think it is as safe as the stock airbox configuration.

 

So I guess the question is would you buy it again and is it worth the extra loot?

Joe

 

Yes I would. It certainly is the way to go if you're the type of person that wants the very best. The bottom breathers are very good performers but the VR takes it to the next level. I would say that the bottom breathers are 9 out-of 10's and the VR is a straight 10.

 

Hey Jason,
Next time I see you I definitely want to take a look at it. After talking to Patrick about his new product, I've been pretty curious ever since as to how it will perform. :)

 

Looking good Cemo. :cheers:
If you are around the shop any time soon, I would love to see this in person.

 

Robert- I look forward to showing you the system when we get together to exchange clutch lines :) BTW, how is your new clutch working? Good I hope. I'll email you when I can meet up...feel free to email me as well. Thanks

Hey Chris- I'd like to come by the shop and talk tech again...I really wanna get a closer look at the highly regarded Speed Demon stage II heads! I just wish you weren't so far away from my area. I'll give you a call. Seeya soon

Both of yall should check out the all new HouVette Website sometime. We're always planning new events, etc.

:cheers:

 

Hey Cemo,
I just happen to have a finished set of LS1 heads in the shop. Flow numbers to show also. Why don't you come by tonight or tomorrow in the day. If you want, we can hang out a little later if you are interested in seeing them. We will not be installing these until tomorrow.
Thanks,

 

I made it out to MTI today for some dyno runs. The results show a gain of 4 Hp and 4 Tq with the '01 intake manifold and the VaraRam. I equate the gain soley to the manifold change but I believe it also proves that the VR can hold it's own against any ram/cold air system on the dyno. Here's the sheet:




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I want VaraRam over any other. Its so :cool:


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