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montie98 04-25-2008 01:26 AM

Is the BBK intake dead or what?
 
Its been a while since I have heard anything is there any news?

88BlackZ-51 04-25-2008 04:07 AM

I hope it's dead!

mechguy79 04-25-2008 04:22 AM

What's wrong with it? It looked pretty cool, but I know squat about it.

CRV3TT3 04-25-2008 09:42 AM

By BBK delaying the production of that intake it makes Superrams worth more! :D

Glad i got a deal! hahaha

jsup 04-25-2008 10:24 AM


Originally Posted by 88BlackZ-51 (Post 1565177485)
I hope it's dead!

Why? Should everyone must but a miniram and have no other choice? WTF does it matter to you?

Demonic85 04-25-2008 10:30 AM

I would buy one as soon as it hit the market so i'm not sure why they keep putting it on the back burner.

jsup 04-25-2008 10:43 AM


Originally Posted by Demonic85 (Post 1565179822)
I would buy one as soon as it hit the market so i'm not sure why they keep putting it on the back burner.

Clearly, some people would think you're an idiot. I am not one of those people.

Midnight 85 04-25-2008 10:56 AM

I wanted one bad but I must admit I am quickly losing interest in it. Also, I don't give a rats azz what people think of my wanting one, I've never been a "cookie cutter" type. Considering the projected cost, I wonder what the miniram preachers will say if the BBK runs with or better than their precious minis.

Demonic85 04-25-2008 11:18 AM

A mini is too expensive IMO and I dont want to modify a LT1 intake, too much hassle. Plus the L98 isnt exactly a powerhouse so I want something that take advantage of its strong points.

1989TransAm 04-25-2008 01:21 PM

It;'s on the burner. Brian is saying late summer for production. With the 1.70" inside diameter of the runners it has a lot of potential. That is larger than anything out there except the First.

I pitty those who wish ill will on a company and its product. Especially one that is willing to put out a new product for a motor that has not been made for 16 years.

vader86 04-25-2008 02:01 PM

I wouldnt mind seeing it come out, but not holding my breath.

91vetteMI 04-25-2008 02:01 PM

my BBK intake works just fine.Along with the the 52mm throttle body. So waaa to all who think they are crap. At 11.90 in the quarter and 121 mph...it doesn't matter except for the brakes!

88BlackZ-51 04-25-2008 03:59 PM


Originally Posted by jsup (Post 1565179736)
Why? Should everyone must but a miniram and have no other choice? WTF does it matter to you?

WTF? :lol: Getting testy? Relax!


I have been waiting for this intake to come out before you were a member of the Corvetteforum. I called the company years ago, and they said it would be out sometime in 2007.

Brutal!

And to answer your question. The miniram is a great intake, but not for everyone.

mechguy79 04-26-2008 12:47 AM


Originally Posted by Midnight 85 (Post 1565180208)
I wanted one bad but I must admit I am quickly losing interest in it. Also, I don't give a rats azz what people think of my wanting one, I've never been a "cookie cutter" type. Considering the projected cost, I wonder what the miniram preachers will say if the BBK runs with or better than their precious minis.

That's why I got the FIRST! Well, not totally, but the miniram just wasn't in my budget. Now when I build a new motor, then maybe.

So late this summer? What is the projected price range? Anyone know if we will have hood clearing issues?

Mark_Sheehy 04-26-2008 09:39 AM

There was an announcement about it in one of the (many) car magazines I got about a week ago. Didn't give a release date. I am sure they are just doing their due diligence to make sure the product is as correct as possible. I am still interested myself.

jsup 04-26-2008 09:43 AM


Originally Posted by mechguy79 (Post 1565191578)
That's why I got the FIRST! Well, not totally, but the miniram just wasn't in my budget. Now when I build a new motor, then maybe.

So late this summer? What is the projected price range? Anyone know if we will have hood clearing issues?

First is outperforming the MR anyway...you did well.

mechguy79 04-26-2008 10:57 AM

Read an update on thirdgen.org and someone said late 08 maybe? They also stated something crazy like $400! That's not much at all! Hmm, more food for thought. Sorry I don't remember their name. Shouldn't be hard to find. Those thirdgen guys are just as obsessed as everyone here.

BADDUCK 04-26-2008 11:27 AM


Originally Posted by mechguy79 (Post 1565194332)
Read an update on thirdgen.org and someone said late 08 maybe? They also stated something crazy like $400! That's not much at all! Hmm, more food for thought. Sorry I don't remember their name. Shouldn't be hard to find. Those thirdgen guys are just as obsessed as everyone here.

$400 that's about what a Miniram should cost. Maybe now that First has come out with a better product that includes a new TB for less money TPiS will come down on their price.

88BlackZ-51 04-26-2008 11:50 AM


Originally Posted by jsup (Post 1565193677)
First is outperforming the MR anyway...you did well.

:lol: :lol:

abc 123 04-26-2008 12:33 PM

Word is they are waiting on the C4 Varraram kit so they can be released with one another.


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