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Old 01-17-2012, 06:52 PM
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Is it really worth payinh 185$ for the FTP.
http://www.lmperformance.com/76957/1.html

Or would I get about the same from the SLP for my WS6.
http://www.lmperformance.com/79078/1.html
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From what I have learned/read since I have been on here, a lid is a lid. Get which ever you like.
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In that case I would just get the SLP no sense in paying 85$ more.
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Cut the bottom of the airbox out for some free air.
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Yup, the only lid other than the slp I would get is the clear lid (can't remember the manufacturer) just for aesthetics. But for the price slp ftw.
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Once I get paid I am gonna get the lid and my replica black z06 rims D:
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Performance wise they are all the same. Some folks feel strongly about fitament. I say get the cheapest that you think looks decent.
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FTP tested that same lid in the 98mm version against the SLP lid. And it gained noticeably. So I'd get the 98
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98 ftw...but you need a 85mm maf. Get one from a truck, will be hells cheaper than an SLP Maf

Ditching my MTI lid for a 86mm maf,98mm lid set up
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Originally Posted by 02 NHRA
Yup, the only lid other than the slp I would get is the clear lid (can't remember the manufacturer) just for aesthetics. But for the price slp ftw.
The clear lid fits terribly around the back portion of the lid.

Originally Posted by Drew WS6
Is it really worth payinh 185$ for the FTP.
http://www.lmperformance.com/76957/1.html

Or would I get about the same from the SLP for my WS6.
http://www.lmperformance.com/79078/1.html
Whoops, didn't notice you were looking at the 104mm... well, it's worth it IMO

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Performance wise they are all the same. Some folks feel strongly about fitament. I say get the cheapest that you think looks decent.
I feel strongly about fitment. The SLP weather stripping provided does not provide enough seal, neither does the MTI clear lid. On the other hand, my FTP fit perfectly. Think about this, if you don't care about fitment, why do you run with an air filter?
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fwiw, if you're handy with a heat gun, you can easily expand the lid opening, bend tabs to make the back seal better, etc... buy the cheapest lid you can find and a $9 Harbor Freight heat gun plus 10min of work and it'll fit better than the expensive lids...
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Default FTP Lids

The FTP lids have a much larger internal volume and outlet size than all the other lids on the market. They are designed for people that are running a larger size MAF or speed density.

We do have an adapter for the 98mm lid that you can order with your lid so you can use it with the stock MAF. Then, if you upgrade down the road, you just remove the adapter and install a larger 85mm MAF.

The FTP 104mm lid is designed for the TSP or Lingenfelter 100mm MAF sensors. These MAF's are designed for motors making over 550 HP.
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Originally Posted by themealonwheels
The clear lid fits terribly around the back portion of the lid.
I bought a new MTI clear lid from WS6store last year and I've had ZERO issues. I couldn't even complain of a clip coming undone either
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Originally Posted by 94 Camaro Z28
I bought a new MTI clear lid from WS6store last year and I've had ZERO issues. I couldn't even complain of a clip coming undone either
https://ls1tech.com/forums/15825428-post15.html

I got mine last year from the WS6Store as well
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VERY satisfied with my FTP 104. Fits great and you can clearly see it has more volume and a larger outlet. Only way to go with a 100mm Maf IMO...
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Ive had SLP and FTP, neither one fit very well. I think it depends alot on the car.
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I just picked up a 104mm lid but my engine is stock
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Originally Posted by 01ssreda4
I just picked up a 104mm lid but my engine is stock
You lie like a cheap rug, lol.

Any benefit running a 98+85 or 104+100 with an LS6 intake, P&P TB?
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And no this isn't a skinny can.

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I have yet to put my lid on since the car is in storage here's to hoping it fits decent...
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