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Installed 4thgen K&N CAI

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Old Nov 10, 2003 | 07:50 AM
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From: NJ
Car: 87 vert
Engine: LT1
Transmission: T5
Installed 4thgen K&N CAI

At first I wasn't sure if the 4thgen CAI was going to work for the 3rdgen. But then came across a bargin with the 4th gen K&N on ebay last week. Installed it this weekend it took about an hour but what an improvement to throttle response. Since I have speed density setup I ended needing a 3"pvc tubing between my new GM 1LE elbow and 4thgen CAI. The cold weather is helping out with motor performance. I'll have pics soon.
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 08:55 AM
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Car: 87 vert
Engine: LT1
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Finally the pics of the 4th gen C.A.I.

http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/419655/4
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 10:19 AM
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From: Annandale, VA
Car: 1991 Formula Firebird
Engine: 2001 LS1 Modded
Transmission: 2001 4L60E Yank SS3600 TC
Nice car. Where is the MAF?
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 12:44 PM
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Car: 1984 Z28
Engine: SLOW carbed ls
Transmission: TH400 with brake, 8" PTC converter
Axle/Gears: moser 9" 4.11
it's speed density....no MAF needed
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Old Nov 21, 2003 | 07:22 PM
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It's unusual to see an LT1 in SD mode. IN general you can make more HP with the MAF in operation.
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