Whistle after Vortex Install

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Mar 30, 2003 | 04:14 PM

00C5vert

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Whistle after Vortex Install

I installed a Vortex rammer at the end of last year before I put the car in storage. I have noticed that while accelerating there is a short whistle sound from the car. It is brief and only under acceleration :confused:
Thanks, Wade

Mar 31, 2003 | 12:18 AM

Rob 2K1

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Re: Whistle after Vortex Install (00C5vert)

Where in the RPM range is the whistle? 2000-2300?

I have had the intake manifold replaced per the whistle TSB with the newer design and it still whistles. I also look forward to any help on this.

-Rob

Mar 31, 2003 | 01:15 AM

kuruvette

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Re: Whistle after Vortex Install (Rob 2K1)

Mine whistles too, better heard when the radio is off :yesnod:

Mar 31, 2003 | 06:48 AM

vetterdstr

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Re: Whistle after Vortex Install (00C5vert)

Yep, you are going to hear much more of the air going in the engine with the Vortex... this is normal for that air box... Compared to the Vortex, the stock setup was very quiet...

vetterdstr :cheers:

Mar 31, 2003 | 10:02 AM

EvanZR1

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Re: Whistle after Vortex Install (00C5vert)

I get the same thing since I removed the top cover on my airbox. It's just more air being sucked in. :D

Mar 31, 2003 | 10:18 AM

Lil Red

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Re: Whistle after Vortex Install (00C5vert)

I've never heard this "whistle" on mine, but maybe this evening i'll listen with the radio off. More than likely it's just an audible affect of the increased air flow into the intake.