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Old Feb 14, 2006 | 05:38 PM
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i'm a huge noobie. just bought a vette, its got this air intake in it. See that bung on the left? i don't know know why it is there, and i don't think it is good that it is a straight shot, bypassing the filters. Doesn't that mean unfiltered air is getting in? should i plug it?
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That's where the A.I.R. pump hose connects to.
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so do i need to put that in it?

i know close to nothing about cars.
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does it not suck air in through the hole? or does it just blow out air to the air pump?
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It supplies fresh air to the Air Injectior Recirculation pump that is part of the emissions system.

When you remove the stock intake you will see the hose attached to it, just connect it to the new intake.
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problem solved. just need a hose clamp found the hose. I wonder how long that has not been there...

do you think damage could have occured to the motor from unfiltered air?
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Not really, but at the least I would change the oil immediately just to be safe.
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Richie is all over this one.
And I agree, change the oil.
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just changed 200 miles ago. it should be alright?
two oil changes in 2 weeks is pricy!
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just changed 200 miles ago. it should be alright?
two oil changes in 2 weeks is pricy!
What's 50 bucks compared to having to rebuild the motor?

The oil is like a window into the motor, if it comes out clean you're good to go.

It's just cheap peace of mind.
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roger that, thanks again and i appreciate the help.
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