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Old Feb 18, 2014 | 08:19 AM
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Hello all, new to the forum..

Have a few questions (as I'm an engine noob) just starting out. I've had my 04 gto for 7 years now and just turn 50k on it. Looking for some engine mods. I have header and exhaust and a CAI. Been interested in a fast intake, pros/cons? Better products out there?

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Pros; Makes more power
Cons: Not cheap
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Also check the Gen III external engine subforum for more information on intakes.
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other than replacing seals is it just a direct swap out, stock to fast? should i worry about any other supporting mods, like cam, injectors, rocker arms?
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Which fast intake are you looking at?
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You'll only gain 10-15 hp. Spend same money on a full nitrous kit and get 100+hp
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Originally Posted by ragtopz28
You'll only gain 10-15 hp. Spend same money on a full nitrous kit and get 100+hp
I personally agree with this, but for some having that last 10-15 hp n/a is just really important. The only way I could really justify one of these intakes is by selling my LS6 intake and buying a used Fast...that way it may be a few hundred bucks at most. Either that or if I had some really top of the line heads with a huge cam, etc...basically a max effort top end combo
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Sell your stock intake to recoup money spend on fast intake and tb. Won't notice a big increase without other supporting mods. Imo intake shouldn't be done until you've got cam, heads, exhaust to be most beneficial.

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Awesome thanks for the replies everyone. . Guess ill just get started with a cam then go from there
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If I were to do it all over again I would just go with a procharger. Fast intakes are such a waste of money for what you gain.
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