senicalj4579

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Heres my lid that came on the car. Its and oldie. The tabs in the back dont even reach the slots so it looks like its not sitting down on the filter all the way. I need something better. Whats are the best fitting lids?

bww3588

iTrader: (49)

the best fitting lid i have tried, is the OEM SLP Blackwing that came on SS's and Firehawks.

99SSJarhead

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These lids are finnicky. Are you using a paper or K&N filter? I used to have a blackwing filter and my lid never sat right, switched to paper and it looks better.

Also, it looks like you pulled the factory bellows out, that may be part of what is pushing your lid forward. You might try and trim some of the end down a few millimeters at a time and see if that helps slide it back some.

th3unwant3d1

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What type of hood do you have?

TooLateVTEC

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Ive got an MTI lid and it fits just fine on my SS.

senicalj4579

iTrader: (41)

Im using a k&n. This is how I bought the car. It has a smooth bellow on it. I actualy cut it down earlier,and played with it a bit. I fixit it for now. Its sealed up now im happy. Yes you are right it was pushing the lid forward a bit but all better now.


I have a stock ss hood.


Yes,I had a MTI clear lid on my 98. I really liked it. After this one cracks I think I might end up with another MTI.

98RedBird

iTrader: (77)

Supposedly the newer designed SLP lids fit much better. I just ordered one and it got here today to I'll let you know how it fits when I get home and swap it out...

Soul TKR

iTrader: (4)

looks like the old TSP lid that's no longer around anymore...

HoLLo

iTrader: (17)

I run an FTP 85mm lid, it's got a nice tight fit. But, you have to run a coupler to connect to stock MAF and drill a hole for IAT sensor. WS6store will drill the hole for free for you if you buy from them. I really like it. It does rub on the hood a little, but not bad. You can put a little cushion or file a tiny layer of a lip of the hood where it hits. It's still a great lid and would get another.

If you want a clear lid definitely get the FTP over the MTI. FTP is stronger and won't crack as easily. I chose black for looks though

joecar

+1 on the OEM/SLP Blackwing SS/Firehawk lid.

blue98Z

iTrader: (29)

FTP here also. Fits perfect. Like mentioned above, if you run the 85mm you'll need a coupler to mate to your 75mm MAF.

Viper

iTrader: (6)

I've owned 6 lids in 11 years and now have the FTP 85mm. Fits awesome, best one yet.

SoCal01z28

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for what it's worth my FTP 104 fit's much better than my SLP did

1nastyss

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Does it rub the hood....Thats the only thing im scared of, i heard the SS hoods have some clearance issues

My6speedZ

iTrader: (18)

I order an SLP about a week ago and installed it and it seems to have just as good a fit as my stock one.

Shockwave179

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My TSP one fit like complete **** and my regular SLP one doesn't fit that spectacular either. It rubs on the top of the hood...

senicalj4579

iTrader: (41)

Thats what im wondering. I think its a very common problem because the company is well aware of the problem. They have some solutions on their site but its a who knows if its gonna fit kinda thing with the ss hood

98RedBird

iTrader: (77)

Yeah, but compare $300 for the Blackwing or whatever they go for to $85 for the SLP... most guys will sacrifice a little fitment...

Yeah, mine fit like a glove too. Apparently the new ones fit better. I ordered one for my last T/A a few years back and it fit like ****... this one is MUCH better.

tmdz28

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i switched from K&N filter to wix paper filter last night. wix filter is a lot thicker than K&N and now I can see some of the orange edges of the wix paper filter. is this normal?

LS1WS6dreamer

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I can too so assume its normal. I have the SLP lid and it doesn't fit all that great. The front where the clamps are, its like one side is in front and one side fits inside of the bottom piece. In this pic its pretty well on the outside though.. I will have to get a pic. I feel like I have its sealed though, used a lot of extra door/window stripping stuff. The OEM lid fit a million times better, IMO. Here is a pic, but its kinda hard to see what I am talking about. Whats the best way to check for a good seal?