New Vararam???
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From: St. Louis, MO
St. Jude Donor '08
Originally Posted by VaraRam Industries
We are in the final fitting and testing on the redesigned C6 Snake Charmer unit and will be (hopefully) approving the prototype Monday
of next week. From there it will only take the manufacturer a short time to cast the new boxes and for our crew to assemble the kits. The changes are aimed at making the unit a better fit and easier install along with strengthening the neck where we had a "bad" batch of boxes from the manufacturer that created the original concern. We appreciate the feedback from our customers and especially their patience. We want to make sure that you are extremely happy with the quality and performance of all our products. Again thanks for the understanding and patience!!!!!
of next week. From there it will only take the manufacturer a short time to cast the new boxes and for our crew to assemble the kits. The changes are aimed at making the unit a better fit and easier install along with strengthening the neck where we had a "bad" batch of boxes from the manufacturer that created the original concern. We appreciate the feedback from our customers and especially their patience. We want to make sure that you are extremely happy with the quality and performance of all our products. Again thanks for the understanding and patience!!!!!
Any word when these are shipping?
Getting ants in my pants! 
Supporting Vendor
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From: Houston Texas
St. Jude Donor '07-'11-'12
Thanks for everyone's patience and understanding with the updated C6 units. We are in the final steps in getting the units complete and ready to ship. The ETA for shipping is early next week. We will be working all weekend to get everything complete and CORRECT!!! We have a number of backorders for complete units and replacement boxes and will ship in the order received but anticipate shipping all within 2 or 3 days of the initial shipment. Again thanks to all for your input on our products and your patience while we strive to give you the quality products your want and need for your vehicle!!! Vararam Industries
Melting Slicks
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I'd like to get the Vararam, but am hesitant about removing the fan shroud to install it. Can install be done without removing it? I understand it to be really only cutting a rectangular hole in the shroud to allow air to flow to the V's filter. Is there access to do this without removing the shroud? And how thick is the shroud material? Can a razor blade cutter (utility knife) do it, or are we talking jigsaw?
Thanks for the help!
Thanks for the help!
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2005
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From: CA
Originally Posted by Craigster05
Is this information accurate? What does the "?" mean?
So now the how much power will you get question- standing on a dyno without using any special programming you should expect 10-15hp from any cold air kit,but once moving the VR will put all the lost MAP pressure back into the plenum yielding another 17hp by 60mph 19-20by 90-100mph and the way we rate our kits is through a ? mile Your total power through a ? mile is about another 22hp plus the dyno hp of 10-15hp,so, on the low side, 32 Rear wheel hp, high side 37 Rear wheel hp. That?s 39- 42hp at the fly wheel through a ? mile. This power shows up in the testing performance of the unit where we see gains of the fallowing,.
3.5 -4 tenths off the ? mile
+3.5-4mph+ added to the ? mile trap speeds
+7-10MPH to the cars top speed
That is serious performance considering that is right out of the box, we will continue development for further performance, but we have maximized the factory programming so more may be possible with custom tuning and we are working with tuners and racing teams now on such programs, so look for these in the future with a VR program or upgrading to a VR programmer if you already own one such a programmer.
So now the how much power will you get question- standing on a dyno without using any special programming you should expect 10-15hp from any cold air kit,but once moving the VR will put all the lost MAP pressure back into the plenum yielding another 17hp by 60mph 19-20by 90-100mph and the way we rate our kits is through a ? mile Your total power through a ? mile is about another 22hp plus the dyno hp of 10-15hp,so, on the low side, 32 Rear wheel hp, high side 37 Rear wheel hp. That?s 39- 42hp at the fly wheel through a ? mile. This power shows up in the testing performance of the unit where we see gains of the fallowing,.
3.5 -4 tenths off the ? mile
+3.5-4mph+ added to the ? mile trap speeds
+7-10MPH to the cars top speed
That is serious performance considering that is right out of the box, we will continue development for further performance, but we have maximized the factory programming so more may be possible with custom tuning and we are working with tuners and racing teams now on such programs, so look for these in the future with a VR program or upgrading to a VR programmer if you already own one such a programmer.
I've always wondered about the so-called ram effect from any intake. The last time I saw this calculated, 60mph air velocity at sea level corresponded to .07 PSI. Are you arguing that .07 PSI is worth 17hp? I admit to being a skeptic.
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From: Houston Texas
St. Jude Donor '07-'11-'12
The shroud can be cut in the car but exercise extreme caution. You can use a sharp razor knife but be aware that one slip can cut a finger or, as others have found out , maybe the air conditioning condensor!!!!!
We will soon have simplified instuctions for removing the shroud for replacement on the C6. We offer a pre cut shroud for an extra $50 with the unit.
We will soon have simplified instuctions for removing the shroud for replacement on the C6. We offer a pre cut shroud for an extra $50 with the unit.
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From: St. Louis, MO
St. Jude Donor '08
Originally Posted by VaraRam Industries
Thanks for everyone's patience and understanding with the updated C6 units. We are in the final steps in getting the units complete and ready to ship. The ETA for shipping is early next week. We will be working all weekend to get everything complete and CORRECT!!! We have a number of backorders for complete units and replacement boxes and will ship in the order received but anticipate shipping all within 2 or 3 days of the initial shipment. Again thanks to all for your input on our products and your patience while we strive to give you the quality products your want and need for your vehicle!!! Vararam Industries
We had to paint the calipers and lower the car instead. What lame appearance only mods!
We need to do some performance mods this coming weekend, hoping it will be a Vararam! But you guys have got me nervous about cutting the shroud... I guess since I had the stones to install Z06 rear brake ducts in my C5 convertible this shouldn't be too bad, but I'm thinking maybe I should have sprung for the pre-cut shroud...
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From: Bucks County PA
I am waiting patiently.
I ordered the pre-cut shroud and the TB spacer along with my Vararam.
Much easier to go back to stock if I ever want to trade the car in.
I had a hard time deciding between the Vararam and the TORNADO I say on an infomercial
Thanks VARARAM for answering all my questions when I called.
Believe it or not:
My decision was actually between the Vararam and a Procharger, I decided low 12s will be fine for me.
Next up, maybe a little tuning for my automatic tranny.
Howard
I ordered the pre-cut shroud and the TB spacer along with my Vararam.
Much easier to go back to stock if I ever want to trade the car in.
I had a hard time deciding between the Vararam and the TORNADO I say on an infomercial
Thanks VARARAM for answering all my questions when I called.
Believe it or not:
My decision was actually between the Vararam and a Procharger, I decided low 12s will be fine for me.
Next up, maybe a little tuning for my automatic tranny.
Howard
Instructor
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From: la ca
so any word from Vararam on whether or not they have shipped their units out. It is not well within the timeframe they gave us last week. It has been about 4 weeks since I placed my order with Rick Anthony Motorsports for my Vararam intake, TBS, and precut shroud. Darn it feels longer. This week my LG LT's go on.
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From: Houston Texas
St. Jude Donor '07-'11-'12
We will be working all weekend to prepare and assemble the units and updated boxes for shipment the beginning of the week. It will take several days to fill all the orders as we want to carefully inspect every unit before it leaves our shop. We sincerely appreciate everyone's patience and understanding and all the input the helps us make our product perform to the highest standards!!!! We do listen to our customers and respond to concerns! The updated VR-SC1 Snake Charmer for your C6 will deliver the promised performance!!!!
Thanks
Vararam Industries
Thanks
Vararam Industries
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Originally Posted by Craigster05
Is this information accurate? What does the "?" mean?
So now the how much power will you get question- standing on a dyno without using any special programming you should expect 10-15hp from any cold air kit,but once moving the VR will put all the lost MAP pressure back into the plenum yielding another 17hp by 60mph 19-20by 90-100mph and the way we rate our kits is through a ? mile Your total power through a ? mile is about another 22hp plus the dyno hp of 10-15hp,so, on the low side, 32 Rear wheel hp, high side 37 Rear wheel hp. That?s 39- 42hp at the fly wheel through a ? mile. This power shows up in the testing performance of the unit where we see gains of the fallowing,.
3.5 -4 tenths off the ? mile
+3.5-4mph+ added to the ? mile trap speeds
+7-10MPH to the cars top speed
That is serious performance considering that is right out of the box, we will continue development for further performance, but we have maximized the factory programming so more may be possible with custom tuning and we are working with tuners and racing teams now on such programs, so look for these in the future with a VR program or upgrading to a VR programmer if you already own one such a programmer.
So now the how much power will you get question- standing on a dyno without using any special programming you should expect 10-15hp from any cold air kit,but once moving the VR will put all the lost MAP pressure back into the plenum yielding another 17hp by 60mph 19-20by 90-100mph and the way we rate our kits is through a ? mile Your total power through a ? mile is about another 22hp plus the dyno hp of 10-15hp,so, on the low side, 32 Rear wheel hp, high side 37 Rear wheel hp. That?s 39- 42hp at the fly wheel through a ? mile. This power shows up in the testing performance of the unit where we see gains of the fallowing,.
3.5 -4 tenths off the ? mile
+3.5-4mph+ added to the ? mile trap speeds
+7-10MPH to the cars top speed
That is serious performance considering that is right out of the box, we will continue development for further performance, but we have maximized the factory programming so more may be possible with custom tuning and we are working with tuners and racing teams now on such programs, so look for these in the future with a VR program or upgrading to a VR programmer if you already own one such a programmer.
Burning Brakes
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From: Rio Rancho NM
Originally Posted by VaraRam Industries
We will be working all weekend to prepare and assemble the units and updated boxes for shipment the beginning of the week. It will take several days to fill all the orders as we want to carefully inspect every unit before it leaves our shop. We sincerely appreciate everyone's patience and understanding and all the input the helps us make our product perform to the highest standards!!!! We do listen to our customers and respond to concerns! The updated VR-SC1 Snake Charmer for your C6 will deliver the promised performance!!!!
Thanks
Vararam Industries
Thanks
Vararam Industries
Does this apply to the replacement parts for the existing units in the field also????
Thanks, Pat
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From: Houston Texas
St. Jude Donor '07-'11-'12
We will be working to fill all orders for new units and replacement boxes as well. We will attempt to fill orders as they were received by us. Those that have been waiting longer will be shipped first. We hope to have all orders - new and replacement - shipped complete by the end of next week!!!!
Thanks
Thanks
Le Mans Master
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From: Providence RI
What gets shipped first? The boxes to replace the bads ones that we got stuck with (and use at our own risk) or completely new orders?? Seems like the replacement people should get theirs first as to avoid any more dirt getting thru. Just a thought.
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St. Jude Donor '08
Originally Posted by VaraRam Industries
We will be working to fill all orders for new units and replacement boxes as well. We will attempt to fill orders as they were received by us. Those that have been waiting longer will be shipped first. We hope to have all orders - new and replacement - shipped complete by the end of next week!!!!
Thanks
Thanks
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