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Old Jun 23, 2009 | 08:46 PM
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Do you have a smooth intake elbow? If not, it IS worth the 20 bucks. You gas milage will go up and your acceleration will get smoother.

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Old Jun 23, 2009 | 09:59 PM
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the c5 is bone stock. And should i just get a smooth elbow from like pepboys? O and i had my tuner do the o2 delete so in the next few days i plan on knocking my cat out.
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Old Jun 24, 2009 | 06:26 AM
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I got mine at silicone intakes .com. It is 3.25" and comes in black or vlue color. You have to drill a small hole in it for the air tube. You'll notice a nice gain w/o the cat.

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Old Jun 24, 2009 | 12:07 PM
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is there a particular part # i should be looking for? And couldnt i go to a better gear than 3.29? Also is there a way we could make 4th a racing gear?
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Old Jun 24, 2009 | 12:23 PM
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You could go with a 3.69 but kiss first gear goodbye. 3.29's are the best choice for both performance and gas milage.

Black one..
http://www.siliconeintakes.com/produ...6ac7e7b80113af

Blue one...
http://www.siliconeintakes.com/produ...6ac7e7b80113af

Hope this helps.

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Old Jun 25, 2009 | 10:12 PM
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that does and what about making 4th a racing gear rather than just a over drive
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Old Jun 27, 2009 | 03:10 PM
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I am really not too sure about that to be honest. I have never been asked that question before. I mean in 3rd you can do over 150+.

You could always buy a Lamborghini... lol...

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Old Jun 27, 2009 | 03:42 PM
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.....wanna lend me a few bucks?
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Old Jun 27, 2009 | 05:15 PM
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lol... Wish I had it to lend ya. Raising 4 kids sure is damn expensive... lol...

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Old Jun 27, 2009 | 05:36 PM
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no dude they will understand, its for a good cause
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Old Jun 27, 2009 | 05:48 PM
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Yeah, but the lil' ol' wifey won't! lol...
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Old Jun 28, 2009 | 10:49 AM
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haha so i know 3rd is good for 150+ but i was thinking of making like 3rd shorter and than using 4th to get more high end
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Old Jun 28, 2009 | 11:16 AM
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Contact this guy and ask him. He will have all the answers you want regarding these transmissions. Also, he is a great guy and knows his $hit.

Dave@tripleedgeperformance.com

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Old Jul 3, 2009 | 08:40 AM
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i just looked at my cold air intake again and the k&n kit comes with a smooth elbow already. Also i contacted Dave and he said that there is no way to make 4th a racing gear I also asked if there was a way to make the tranny more efficient so we don't lose 23% power but he said there was nothing we can do
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Old Jul 3, 2009 | 08:51 AM
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lol... Wish I had it to lend ya. Raising 4 kids sure is damn expensive... lol...

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You bet your *** it is I have 5. only two left at home now
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Old Jul 3, 2009 | 09:30 AM
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LOL! I hear ya Mel. It sure is tough in today's day and age that's for sure. My oldest is 13, I have a long way to go...

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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 10:28 AM
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I just installed front and rear stbs, and did a swap to royal purple oil and oil filter. I didn't get to drive my car yet but i did turn it on and it sounds A LOT quieter Very happy so far!
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Update sig, mongoose!
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Old Jul 18, 2009 | 01:27 PM
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well my car isnt finished yet lol my brakes didn't arrive yet haha haven't gotten to drive it yet!
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