Newly Installed VaraRam experiences??
Thread Starter
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 138
Likes: 0
Newly Installed VaraRam experiences??
Bout ready to plop one of those babys into my C5 and would like to hear from any of you who have experience with this new beast.
Sounds like the real deal, but (and I know some of you probably don't endorse it) I am still sceptical.
Although the mfg states no reported hydro-locking, I have caught enough threads refering to it. I want the mod, not the probs.
Let me know what ya think.............
Sounds like the real deal, but (and I know some of you probably don't endorse it) I am still sceptical.
Although the mfg states no reported hydro-locking, I have caught enough threads refering to it. I want the mod, not the probs.
Let me know what ya think.............
Advanced
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 58
Likes: 0
From: Toa Baja, Puerto Rico
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (woodhead)
Yesterday I read an article in the vette mag rating it as the "best bang for the buck" but warning to use it on dry weather. Check it out, it really seems to be a good investment.
Saludos,
Saludos,
Le Mans Master
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 5,577
Likes: 3
From: Southern Maryland Maryland
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (titopr)
I have had the Vararam installed for 2 months now and am not looking to go back to the K & N FIPK. I need to get off my lazy rear and dyno the car to see if it helped any. Go for it you'll love it.
Phillip
Phillip
Drifting
Joined: Mar 2001
Posts: 1,578
Likes: 0
From: Antioch IL
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (Phil97SVT)
I have a Vortex Rammer, but know others with Vararam. They all love theirs, and ALL cold air systems work on C5's. The dyno may not show all the increase, because the car is stationary. The track is the best proof. :cheers:
Thread Starter
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 138
Likes: 0
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (art91)
Yea, I am told that the newest version is cut slightly shorter so that it just "pops right in" compared to the first version. I am sure it doesn't go together that easy, but whats an adventure, and nothing a 12-pack can't cure. Thanks for your advise.
Thread Starter
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 138
Likes: 0
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (art91)
I am going to try to find a dyno in the southern WI area and have it run before and after, but I am not concerned just about dyno as I am about the feel of it. Obviously, WOT is quite exciting on a stock C5, let alone the addition of something that feels like a supercharger. I can't wait.
I am now depressed since we just got hit with 3 or 4 inches of snow, so I can't even play a little right now. Hell, we have had almost no snow all winter. It puts me in a depressing state of mind. The temperature indicators that I see occasionally on posts make me jealous !!!!!!!
I am now depressed since we just got hit with 3 or 4 inches of snow, so I can't even play a little right now. Hell, we have had almost no snow all winter. It puts me in a depressing state of mind. The temperature indicators that I see occasionally on posts make me jealous !!!!!!!
Instructor
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 172
Likes: 0
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (woodhead)
I was number 323 on the original list of buyers and I have been extremely happy with my Vararam system. I have experienced varying durations and intensities of rain storms and have not had a problem, yet. Like you, I still have my reservations and I hope they are not founded in fact. I have driven 300-400 miles of freeway driving in the rain with no problems. My advice is to stay out of the deep puddles and don't try to ford any deep water. Good luck.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer
Brett Foote
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years
Joe Kucinski
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!
Joe Kucinski
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter
Joe Kucinski
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time
Verdad Gallardo
Race Director
Joined: Jun 1999
Posts: 10,753
Likes: 0
From: Dallas TX
Elite Member
Cruise-In I Veteran
Cruise-In II Veteran
Cruise-In III Veteran
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (woodhead)
Thanks for your input. Water is a killer, must....stay.....dry... :skep:
Cold air rules:D
:cheers:
RG
[Modified by RG in Dallas, 9:48 PM 2/12/2003]
Race Director
Joined: Jun 1999
Posts: 10,753
Likes: 0
From: Dallas TX
Elite Member
Cruise-In I Veteran
Cruise-In II Veteran
Cruise-In III Veteran
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (Mykill Myers)
has anyone done a detailed install page for one?
i would love to see pics of it going in, and what all is actually involved.
i would love to see pics of it going in, and what all is actually involved.
RG
Racer
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 403
Likes: 0
From: Colorado Springs CO
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (Mykill Myers)
very nice. thank you.
after doing a Ram Air type install on my friend's Trans Am last week, and seeing how much has to be cut and modified...i was a little scared. haha
nice pics though. helps me lean more towards getting one for sure.
after doing a Ram Air type install on my friend's Trans Am last week, and seeing how much has to be cut and modified...i was a little scared. haha
nice pics though. helps me lean more towards getting one for sure.
Thread Starter
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 138
Likes: 0
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (Mykill Myers)
Alright Myers...or is that short for Micheal Meyers (Holloween). That animated graphic is totally crazy.
Gotta say I wish I could figure out how to do one of those in my screens. Any suggestions??
On the subject of V-Ram, I freakin' doin' it> I don't see myself puddle jumping with such a nice car. I'll use my F-350 for makin' a mess
Gotta say I wish I could figure out how to do one of those in my screens. Any suggestions??
On the subject of V-Ram, I freakin' doin' it> I don't see myself puddle jumping with such a nice car. I'll use my F-350 for makin' a mess
Racer
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 403
Likes: 0
From: Colorado Springs CO
Re: Newly Installed VaraRam experiences?? (woodhead)
"Alright Myers...or is that short for Micheal Meyers (Holloween). That animated graphic is totally crazy."
play on words. but yes...
oh,
I Messaged you.
play on words. but yes...
oh,
I Messaged you.