BG Ram Air Induction System
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BG Ram Air Induction System I saw this new thing for my 01 WS6. Supposed to accelerate the air going in and make it a smother flowing ram air. Has anybody gotten this system installed on there car and seen gains from it. I know you cant tell by the dyno, but have you seen street or track gains from it. I first saw it on afterthoughts marketplace. Wondering whether i should get it or not. Any help or information would be greatly appreciated. 
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Did you see any gains from it, what was your expirience with it once you got it on. Is it worth the money to get it. I do a lot of street racing and am ofcourse always looking for that extra edge. How well does it work for you?
I've got it too. I didn't really "notice" a difference, but I can hear more air coming in (almost whistles). Might pull a little better at higher speeds. I would definately get it again. Just be prepared to use the rainblocker if it starts raining hard.
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I had it on my WS6. I would certainly get it again. I don't have any before/after track numbers, but I did see about a 40* intake air temp drop after the install. I'm sure that cooler air provided some power gains at higher speeds.
I installed one not too long ago and it's a great mod. I noticed a lot better throttle response off the bottom (probably the cooler IAT) and it seemed to pull stronger at higher speeds. Everything was well made and fit perfectly. Great mod!
John
John
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I've had it for more then a year. Never used the rain blocker during heavy rain. Not one problem with it. It is a pain in the *** to install though. If you haven't taken out your hood baffles then when you come around to doing so be careful. You can crack your hood.
I've had to buy another gasket for it though. After many openings and closings it gets torn a bit.
I've had to buy another gasket for it though. After many openings and closings it gets torn a bit.
Originally Posted by muscleHud
is this why my ram air hood is so huge?? i think i know what your talking about. i think i have it lol (bought it like that) how DO you take out the rain guards???
I've been considering getting the BGRA setup, but like "2001 White WS6" mentioned above, I've heard that the gasket takes a beating and needs to be replaced often. What's this gasket made of? Can someone post a pic of what it looks like? Is it possible to substitute it with a home made gasket that could be more durable? Maybe replace it with materials purchased at Home Depot or something like that?
The kit looks like a good deal, but I'm thinking for the price... the damn gasket should be better made.
Thanks,
Marc
The kit looks like a good deal, but I'm thinking for the price... the damn gasket should be better made.
Thanks,
Marc
Originally Posted by nytmare1
I've been considering getting the BGRA setup, but like "2001 White WS6" mentioned above, I've heard that the gasket takes a beating and needs to be replaced often. What's this gasket made of? Can someone post a pic of what it looks like? Is it possible to substitute it with a home made gasket that could be more durable? Maybe replace it with materials purchased at Home Depot or something like that?
The kit looks like a good deal, but I'm thinking for the price... the damn gasket should be better made.
Thanks,
Marc
The kit looks like a good deal, but I'm thinking for the price... the damn gasket should be better made.
Thanks,
Marc
It's some type of sponge like material. I can get a picture later today for you of what mine looks like right now.. The plastic backing that the gasket has on it is what attaches it to the hood. I'm sure you can remove the original gasket and find something else and attach it to the plastic backing.
It's definately a good mod. 3rd gear pulls VERY hard now with all that cold air right there getting forced in the airbox.
Also, if you keep the gasket coated with vegetable oil or olive oil, it doesn't get as torn up. Also make sure you sand that sharp edge on the lower air-box down nice and smooth and that helps, too
Also, if you keep the gasket coated with vegetable oil or olive oil, it doesn't get as torn up. Also make sure you sand that sharp edge on the lower air-box down nice and smooth and that helps, too
Originally Posted by matts22
Gasket picture below. I've got pictures of the whole setup if you guys want me to post them.
Thanks,
Marc
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i've had mine for almost three years. it works great, like everybody said: little more response from about third gear, lower IAT. only thing i hate is having to clean my k&n every month from all the dirt that gets blasted into the filter. only other thing to be careful about is not slamming the hood... moron at sears slammed my hood and shattered the gasket housing! other than that, just keep it moist with veggie oil and it will work perfect.