[mech]

What kind of mods have you guys tried on the 968 airbox. I have been thinking of adding a 2nd snorkel out of 1.5"- 2" piping. The stock snorkel seems looks a little restrictive where it bends to through the body, but I haven't actually measured it to see how it compares to the piping exiting from the airbox...

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[mech]

I just found Dave Greimann's widemouth snorkle, dave you still got that mold <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> you did a really clean job.

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[Greimann]

Nope, the mold was broken on the second part. <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/sad.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> . There are, however other things that can be done, I'll let Flashy give the rundown.



You are right, the stock snorkel is restrictive and could use some work.

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[flash]

just about to go to presses with the article on the airbox mods - one dyno test and about 2 weeks away - sit tight - you won't be disappointed

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[mech]

flash you rock!

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[jakerade]

I cut the bend of with a hacksaw <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/unsure.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> so it finishes just as it goes through the bulk head - sounds better now - though could do with something a bit more refined!



Jake

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[Silver BLT]

I have done the AB mod and it is well received in the SOTP (seat of the pants). I have a different setup than flash due to my background and different parts available to me. I'll post pictures after Flash's come out. I promised I'd wait. Like flash said "you won't be disappointed". BTW mine passed CA. smog tests. I think if its before the MAF you can do whatever you want.

Silver BLT

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[Bozo]

[quote name='flash' date='Apr 22 2005, 01:58 AM']just about to go to presses with the article on the airbox mods - one dyno test and about 2 weeks away - sit tight - you won't be disappointed

[right][post="3623"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post][/right][/quote]



Flash!

Where is the article?

Please?

Bozo

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[BruceWard]

[quote name='Bozo' date='May 15 2005, 08:20 AM']Flash!

Where is the article?

Please?

Bozo

[right][post="4762"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post][/right][/quote]



Based on chip test time "2 weeks" = ~ "3 years" in earth time <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/wink.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[RPM]

Based on chip test time "2 weeks" = ~ "3 years" in earth time

Man, it is going to be a long summer...

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[flash]

all i have left is the dyno test - i've been busy - i'll get to it in the next few days, finish the article that is just waiting for the test results, and it will be out soon - i am still wrestling with trying to save the magazine from oblivion

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[ds968]

I was looking at a few catalog after market products for cold air induction and have a suggested project for Dave G. to further improve the already improved air box...

Aesthetics may be a challenge, but installing tubes that lead from the cabin's air vents into the air box and then turning the A/C on, would get some cold air pumped right where you need it for MO' POWER !! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/tongue.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/laugh.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/tongue.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[jakerade]

How about one of these?



BMC Carbon Air Box



They do one for the M3 so i can't see why it wouldn't work on a 968 - just replaces the entire air box.

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[Anchorman]

Maybe - but my skeptical nature gets triggered when I read things like "dynamic intake", "true supercharging system", "conical flow variator", and "considerable increase in engine performance in power and torque" for a passive device like an air intake filter. Someone - prove me wrong, please.

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[Greimann]

You are right Jim. There is no fancy technology in a filter system. The best designs maximize filter area and reduce flow restrictions.



The ad copy is a lot of hype for sure. If they could include some basic pressure drop measurments, that would tell the whole story.

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[Anchorman]

Dave, you've obviously missed it. Since this is a "true supercharging system", there must be a pressure boost, not drop. <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/wink.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[Prettym1k3]

Why not just home-depot up an intake...? I mean, if you want something that performs, and don't mind it looking like doodoo, you could probably do something up for less than $40 including the price of the filter.



Just a thought.

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[mech]

Hey flash,



Whens the new article out? How your your FI project coming? I have the 968 in the garage right now; its too hot out for a black coupe, but I'm itching to get her on the road, Im wainting on my strut bar. I been drving my TL lately since I have to go so far for work, its a great sleeper, the drop gives away a little... <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/tongue.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />



-vinay

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[flash]

did the retest saturday - awaiting the files to come over now - then i can insert the charts in the article and go to presses - will hit stands and mailboxes by end of month (sooner for electronic subscribers)

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

[BruceWard]

Is 9 Magazine being published again?

Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.