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Old 02-06-2011, 01:02 PM   #28 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by samb03 View Post
I am looking at $/hp ratio. I don't have to squeeze every hp out of it. CAI and TP for 600-750 and net 20hp isn't bad. Another 5hp for $1000-1500 is tough for me to justify.
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Best bang for the buck:

1. TP's or HFC's (ebay test pipes will work fine) ($125 and up)

2. K&N panel filters with HPS (or similar) smooth intake tubes. ($95 + ~$110 = ~$205)

Those two mods (as low as a little over $325) should net you approximately a 6 to 7% increase in power, which on a 275 whp (give or take) vehicle puts you in the 291 - 294 ball park (on a Dynojet).

Based on all of the dyno evidence I have seen, pod filter intake kits are NOT worth it. They are 2-3x the price of the highflow panel filters plus smoother intake tubes and, at best, may net you a few more whp.
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Originally Posted by samb03 View Post
If the cbe doesn't net that much hp. How much would I be leaving on the table if I just went with Stillen gen 3 CAI and test pipes? After those mods would it be breathing enough to warrent a CBE.
I would say 1.5 - 3.0% more power at various points in the rev range. You might be able to get similar gains with just a Y pipe.
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