I was browsing some MySpace f-body forums and I saw pics of this kit some kid is running on an LT1. Its a ram-air box, above the plenum. It elbows to the left, then elbows left again as it slopes up and to the box. I was thinking of doing something similar since I have a cowl hood. I tried asking the kid about the kit, but no answer. I currently just have a normal cold air intake that goes to the stock aircleaner route... Do you guys think this is better? I would think all those turns would affect airflow...

 

All the tubing is curling around the top of the motor. Unless you get some major airflow at higher RPM's, you'll just be heating up the air.

 

Looks more like a "snake oil" induction setup.

Keep what you got.

 

IIRC, that is along the lines of a stock 4th gen SS style. Where it was debated that, yes you get cooler incoming air, but it loops around under the hood, and get warmed again, negating it's cold air effects.

 

Thats what I though too, but it was worth and inquiry... Damn, I wish I had Speed Density over MAF...

 

I only see SD as easier/more forgiving tuning. Cars started with MAF went to SD, and are now back to MAF. Maybe easier to tune, but not as specific, as I see it.

 

SD doesn't actually measure the airflow coming into the motor. instead, it calculates the amount of air coming in (based upon intake temps, and MAP voltages) and changes the fuel trims based upon preset fuel maps. So technically, you would see less power gains with a SD system (in this specific case) just cause the IAT sensor is going see higher temps, and possibly run you leaner than you should be for good efficiency.

Stick with MAF... theres a reason all the companies are using it now.