Halltech Disappointment
03-17-2018, 01:15 PM
#21
Well I’ don’t don’t no which one to buy the afe full intake or bms shop said my setup will be around 630 to 660Rwhp and I don’t no if the bms will cause any issues or not lookin to save alittle if there’s no reason to buy a intake
03-17-2018, 01:51 PM
#22
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I recommend loosing the two bolts holding it in place and push down the whole airbox very firmly. Then retighten I just put my 2nd one on last week. Car runs great. Mine is not touching the hood. My other Halltech on my other car does barely touch but it hasn't been an issue. I bought 24 inches of hose for $2.00 went under the unit. Then if you have the nomex sock it doesn't if your hose touches the nomex.
You also can grab the squeeze clamp on the big hose. Then twist it a little and it swings down more out of the way.
My unit had two seals for the tube one in place and one extra in the bag. It just keeps warm air out from under hood it doesn't let dirt pass the filter.
Still needed though.
Oh well I don't sell them or make a dime.
I just like the 40 rwhp. It seems to make everytime. Nothing wrong with the BMS Filter either obvious huge improvement (I bought and examined it one but never tried it). over the crap stock filter. But at 800 hp level I'm doing on 2 cars the Halltech is the unit.
You also can grab the squeeze clamp on the big hose. Then twist it a little and it swings down more out of the way.
My unit had two seals for the tube one in place and one extra in the bag. It just keeps warm air out from under hood it doesn't let dirt pass the filter.
Still needed though.
Oh well I don't sell them or make a dime.
I just like the 40 rwhp. It seems to make everytime. Nothing wrong with the BMS Filter either obvious huge improvement (I bought and examined it one but never tried it). over the crap stock filter. But at 800 hp level I'm doing on 2 cars the Halltech is the unit.
40 rwhp from a cai LMFAO.
03-17-2018, 02:18 PM
#23
Le Mans Master
I ordered the Halltech Stinger RZ and have been really disappointed so far.
I take my old intake off and begin installing the Halltech. First thing I noticed was the sticky back foam that is supposed to seal the intake box to the F frame is missing. I called Halltech and their response was “ Oh yeah, we ran out of that” I was really set back by this and the guy said nothing until I said “Really”. He then said to send him an email with my address and he would send me the foam. This was over a week ago and still nothing. I went and got my own foam the same day and proceeded with the install anyway. I get it all installed and find the hood does not close without springing the hinges. I fiddle with some things and decided if I had a longer 5/16” radiator hose I could route it under the air box. With this, I decided to watch the Halltech install video again and I noticed that in the video they run that hose under the air box. Problem is, they sent me 6” of 5/16” hose instead of the ~20” that is needed to do it this way. They must have been running short on this too or about to run out. Needless to say I went and got more hose. Now after routing under the air box the hood still does not shut without being sprung. I have moved stuff and it still doesn’t close properly....
Now on to another observation. I’m sorry, but the quality of this intake compared to the OEM intake is really cheesy. I paid $600 for this an so far I am very disappointed with quality, quality control, and customer service. Here’s more.
The routing of the radiator hose is tacky at best. In the video it states if you do it like they do you will have a 1/4” or so clearance with the alternator pulley and be sure as this will rub and eventually wear through. In my mind if you are going to have close clearance on a critical part like this you better secure it very well and not just with pushing stuff and zip ties.
I could go on but I know there are people that are very happy with this set up and that’s fine. Personally, I don’t care what quality cost (within reason) or customer service for that matter. I pay extra and buy local and it has paid off multiple times.
Halltech, please do not go into aircraft engineering.
I will sell this unused unit (with the proper parts for $500).
I take my old intake off and begin installing the Halltech. First thing I noticed was the sticky back foam that is supposed to seal the intake box to the F frame is missing. I called Halltech and their response was “ Oh yeah, we ran out of that” I was really set back by this and the guy said nothing until I said “Really”. He then said to send him an email with my address and he would send me the foam. This was over a week ago and still nothing. I went and got my own foam the same day and proceeded with the install anyway. I get it all installed and find the hood does not close without springing the hinges. I fiddle with some things and decided if I had a longer 5/16” radiator hose I could route it under the air box. With this, I decided to watch the Halltech install video again and I noticed that in the video they run that hose under the air box. Problem is, they sent me 6” of 5/16” hose instead of the ~20” that is needed to do it this way. They must have been running short on this too or about to run out. Needless to say I went and got more hose. Now after routing under the air box the hood still does not shut without being sprung. I have moved stuff and it still doesn’t close properly....
Now on to another observation. I’m sorry, but the quality of this intake compared to the OEM intake is really cheesy. I paid $600 for this an so far I am very disappointed with quality, quality control, and customer service. Here’s more.
The routing of the radiator hose is tacky at best. In the video it states if you do it like they do you will have a 1/4” or so clearance with the alternator pulley and be sure as this will rub and eventually wear through. In my mind if you are going to have close clearance on a critical part like this you better secure it very well and not just with pushing stuff and zip ties.
I could go on but I know there are people that are very happy with this set up and that’s fine. Personally, I don’t care what quality cost (within reason) or customer service for that matter. I pay extra and buy local and it has paid off multiple times.
Halltech, please do not go into aircraft engineering.
I will sell this unused unit (with the proper parts for $500).
600 bucks seems steep. This product is maybe worth 150 to 250 bucks even if it was high quality.
03-17-2018, 04:30 PM
#25
Safety Car
I like saving some bread if I can, don't you.
Oh, and from a "quality/fit" stand point comparing the three IMO it's stock then AFE and last & least Halltech.Down the road if your not happy, than I would consider running an AFE.
Last edited by C7/Z06 Man; 03-17-2018 at 04:41 PM.
03-17-2018, 04:37 PM
#26
Pro
Why does the Halltech intake seem so unanimous for first mods on a lot of threads when it has such fitment issues? I’m still a little skeptical that the Halltech is so bad it can’t be made to work. Does the AFE intake make as much power as the Halltech?
03-17-2018, 04:47 PM
#27
Safety Car
Just about anything can be made to work, I do it all the time.
Last edited by C7/Z06 Man; 03-17-2018 at 04:55 PM.
03-17-2018, 10:05 PM
#28
Just think all that power and when you pop the hood you hear; look guys it's running a stock intake! Oh, and from a "quality/fit" stand point comparing the three IMO it's stock then AFE and last & least Halltech.
Down the road if your not happy, than I would consider running an AFE.
Oh, and from a "quality/fit" stand point comparing the three IMO it's stock then AFE and last & least Halltech.Down the road if your not happy, than I would consider running an AFE.
03-17-2018, 11:48 PM
#29
Safety Car
That's what I would do, being you already have the BMS filter.
Also remember that GM will have a new C.A.I. out soon which you may prefer over an AFE if the BMS filter does not work out.
Also remember that GM will have a new C.A.I. out soon which you may prefer over an AFE if the BMS filter does not work out.
Last edited by C7/Z06 Man; 03-18-2018 at 01:45 AM.
03-18-2018, 06:47 AM
#30
Halltech
We also tested Halltech at the very beginning
My boys in the workshop told me:
The Halltechproudukt is cheaper US shot, does not fit like Stco and costs a lot of money.
Nevertheless, we have two tested on the dyno.
Results: I do not need to tell, otherwise I get angry email and phone again.
AFE product fits perfectly and works well.
The BMS filter with small modifications it also works very well.
Well, we're testing now with awesome Supercharger Magnuson 2.3 2016 with Automatic
We are looking forward to the results
Cölestin
My boys in the workshop told me:
The Halltechproudukt is cheaper US shot, does not fit like Stco and costs a lot of money.
Nevertheless, we have two tested on the dyno.
Results: I do not need to tell, otherwise I get angry email and phone again.
AFE product fits perfectly and works well.
The BMS filter with small modifications it also works very well.
Well, we're testing now with awesome Supercharger Magnuson 2.3 2016 with Automatic
We are looking forward to the results
Cölestin
03-18-2018, 10:22 PM
#31
Former Vendor
03-18-2018, 10:30 PM
#32
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If doing bolt ons or as simple as a air filter or assembly..... BMS sounds like the first choice.
03-19-2018, 12:23 AM
#33
Team Owner
03-19-2018, 11:25 AM
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Team Owner
03-19-2018, 11:32 AM
#37
Safety Car
Getting a little old the way you jump in on threads to **** on Halltech to promote the air filter you sell. I don't have a dog in the fight but it's unusual to see one vendor talk **** about another's product.
My mother taught me if you don't have anything nice to say....
Rick
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03-19-2018, 11:37 AM
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03-19-2018, 11:38 AM
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Terry,
Getting a little old the way you jump in on threads to **** on Halltech to promote the air filter you sell. I don't have a dog in the fight but it's unusual to see one vendor talk **** about another's product.
My mother taught me if you don't have anything nice to say....
Rick
Getting a little old the way you jump in on threads to **** on Halltech to promote the air filter you sell. I don't have a dog in the fight but it's unusual to see one vendor talk **** about another's product.
My mother taught me if you don't have anything nice to say....
Rick
Looks like someone needs to do a bone stock, same day cai comparison with AF ratio