HCI2000SS

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Okay I just recently heard of this mod, and am seriously considering it. I've read all the threads, so I have a good base knowledge of my options now, and have it narrowed down to either the SSRA or the Chris1313. I am also planning to keep my AC, so I know that rules out the one Chris1313 that is made for the AC delete. Bottom line here... between these two which one is better overall? I know one is plastic and one is metal, but other than that what are the differences between the two, pros and cons of each, etc...? It's only like a $15 difference so I don't count that as a factor. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks guys!

mikh338

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if you are keeping your a\c both kits are pretty much the same. if you ditch a\c the kits are pretty much the same lol. they both look nice and do the exact same thing. i saw that ssra "jaws" edition which is for a\c and it has the bottom extension that opens bigger as you go faster but not sure why that matters as its still going into a smaller passage up top. i did like how the ssra has the notches in it for the hood latch support. with the chris1313 you have to cut that off. both are pretty much the same besides material

dhctss

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I would like to do it but I drive in all weather except when snowing. I heard of people hydrolocking engine. It is a real possiblily not likely but can happen. That is my concern. It seems like a great modifacation and great gains in 1/4 not so much dyno as you really need to be about 40 to get gains started. With that stated do a search there is a million threads on this.

senicalj4579

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https://ls1tech.com/forums/drag-raci...oof-works.html

Also do a search under my name you will find all the info I would of typed here but tired of sounding like a broken record

HCI2000SS

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So with the Chris1313 I need to cut my hood latch? I'm not sure I like the sounds of that lol. Does that cause any type of issues by doing that? So from what i've seen is that between the two the opening to the air filter is about the same correct? Does one cause more of a blockage to the radiator than the other?

HCI2000SS

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I actually read that thread earlier, but thank you lol. In fact, your write up was one of the main reasons i'm considering the SSRA

mikh338

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cutting that latch support causes no issues at all. the opening are the same, and i am pretty sure both kits come with a spacer or its the way the bottom bolts on that leaves a gap in between radiator so there is no blockage

Camaraderie

Links on the jaws super sucker ram air

HCI2000SS

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Okay cool, so no issues with the hood latch then. I just saw the SSRS JAWS, and i'm not sure about that thing...it looks like it's almost scraping the ground at higher speeds lol.

Mikh338, so just to be 100% sure you are saying there is no difference at all between the two when it comes to blocking the radiator...they are basically the same design and fit the same way then?

z-maro

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For the most power -> Chris1313
For ease of installation and future removal -> SSRA

I went with the SSRA because the guy that makes it is local so I was able to save money on shipping, and I didn't want to cut the hood latch.

HCI2000SS

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Gotcha! So why would the Chris1313 make more power then?

s346k

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radiator blockage, hood latch cutting, and rain storms are not a concern w the chrs1313. I have the nonac version. it def made a difference. I drove the car in hot weather, still stock tstat, no issues. drove it in a monsoon - no issues.

senicalj4579

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I do not agree with the 1313 making more power.

senicalj4579

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Iv had 3 ls1 camaros with ssra and never had an issue with hydrolock. Got caught coming home from the track a few times in massive down pours. If I get caught in the rain I just take the block off plate off the front of the airbox. That lets the air take the least path of resistance making it less likely to suck anything up in the duct (if possible).

adamantium

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Have you see the sux2bu setup OP?

http://www.ls1lt1.com/forum/lt1-%7C-...t1-camaro.html

HCI2000SS

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So are you saying the hood latch cutting is NOT required with the Chris1313? Because I am hearing otherwise here lol

HCI2000SS

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Never heard of it, but I will definitely check out that thread. Thanks!

dhctss

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It doe not happen often but certain roads where I live get some minor flooding. It could happen just becuase its not likely it concerns me

dhctss

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anyone else every hydrolock engine with one

dr_whigham

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I don't believe there's a single documented case of a hydro locked motor due to any of the RA systems. I live in Southern Louisiana, the rain capital of the US it seems, and my cars a DD. I have the non AC version of the 1313 and as I've said before, it's absolutely noticeable.

I went with the 1313 bc I wanted a sealed system and a pressurized airbox. With the other version theres a hole that goes around the latch. In my mind, it defeats the purpose and adds a restriction. Senical has been a longtime user of that system and id consider him the go-to guy for questions considering it.

For the 1313, Cutting the hood latch SUPPORT is nothing to fret over. It's still bolted to the bumper support. You lose no strength. In the end it's up to you.