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Old 12-01-2012, 03:17 PM
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Default If im going FI, will a fast intake help me?

Right now im just collecting parts for my build. Im gonna use my stock ls6 intake, but i dont know if a fast intake will actually help. Is it worth buying one?

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forged 370, ported heads, gt7 cam, kooks 1 7/8" headers, and a procharger.
Old 12-01-2012, 04:01 PM
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You will see gains with the fast vs the ls6, but if your on a budget I would keep the ls6 and use the money for a good fuel system or an upgraded J bracket for the procharger. People have made big power with the stock ls6 intake.
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Everyone will have their own opinion on the subject , I personally would stay with the ls6
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Well, ive bought everything used and saved alot of money so far, so i guess ill keep what ive got. If i wasent going FI i would def get a fast intake.... Ive seen lots of builds with and without.
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I think the ls6 intake performs well and $850 could be well spent on others things
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Search the vette forums. A few guys on there tried it and had 0 gains going to a FAST intake from an LS6.
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I would keep the LS6. I would rather spend the money you would use on a FAST on something else.
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Just stay with the LS6 intake manifold those 800-900 could be used for something better
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how much boost ?consider a used BBK intake ,you can find them on here for $300.
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about 10-12 lbs... Ill just stick w my ls6. Thanks guys..



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