New intake elbow

[LTb1ow]

Finally got rid of the stupid stock intake elbow, replaced it with a aluminum one. What do you think?

[Tsar]

I hope you got it for free.

[LTb1ow]

Nope.

[Tsar]

My condolences. :(

[LTb1ow]

I guess my ****** picture taking skills trump me again. It is a powder coated elbow, its supposed to be black. And its a nice little piece of work. I assume you know what the stock one looks like? Much better improvement.

[Tsar]

Oh I know what the stock one looks like, and I do have the same mod done as you do. But I did not notice any positive or even negative effects after I installed it, therefor I concluded long ago that money spent on the elbow was a waste :shrug:

If you are happy with it, then that's all that counts.

[LTb1ow]

I didn't buy it for performance, sorry if that was implied, I tore my stock one when I pulled the engine apart. Since the stocker and the 1LE variant were around the same price range I figured what the hell might as well get something better.

[Tsar]

In that case Congrats!!! :lol:

[sweetbmxrider]

my car came with one, i think its sweet

[LTb1ow]

However, the one downside, is that it was not designed for a 58mm TB. Next upgrade, LSX style!

[maroman88]

i got the same one!

[LTb1ow]

That three people for the crappy intake elbows, what now Tsar?

[Tsar]

Um...I have one too, its just useless, that's all.

[LTb1ow]

I was being humorous there, no need to get worked up. And the whole LT1 air intake setup is a poor design, so its just a piece of the puzzle.

[ar0ck]

It won't rip :shrug: I have the same elbow. Although no power benefit, I like how it uses couplings instead of a cheap slip fit like the factory style.

[LTb1ow]

I am liking it too, my only complaint is that it is on the small side.

[Jam]

the stock intake elbow is horrible, rips easily by the brace, not as smooth air flow, but it's definitely a lot better than the stupid accordion ones on the v6s. lol . ? what do you mean you have to upgrade to a new elbow again for a 58mm TB?

[LTb1ow]

I don't "have" to upgrade, its just the elbow I bought is smaller than the 58mm TB. So most likely when I have the time and effort I will make an LSX style air intake and ditch the whole nonsensical system of bends and turns.

[Jam]

yea I'm going to purchase a functional SS hood soon, 58mm Holley/BBK TB (don't know which one yet), and the ram air setup, plus port/polished intake manifold BLAH BLAH.

[LTb1ow]

SS hood eh. 58mm is a bit un needed, same with porting intake.

[Jam]

when you're goin 383 it's needed. and not just an SS hood. the SS hood on steroids by VFN.

[LTb1ow]

Ahh well you didn't mention any of that. I also assume your porting the stock heads? Or else you will be seriously disappointed when you see what kind of numbers your putting down... And I still don't like the SS hood for practical reasons, if your just getting it for looks go for it, but performance wise, eh I would try to set up an LSX style lid etc. Or get an SLP Ultra Z hood. I wish I could afford one of those bad boys.... :(

[Jam]

I'm referring to the VFN 3" SS hood. It's hugeee and mean.

[LTb1ow]

Still routes the air all twisty turny and over the hot engine...

[Jam]

But it's soo sexy!!

[LTb1ow]

http://www.lmperformance.com/1645/2.html
Thats sexy!

[LTb1ow]

And I am surprised no one has noted my ghetto rigged TCS/ASR motor....

[Jam]

I despise the Ultra Z hood . I think it's gross .

[LTb1ow]

And I think the SS hood is overplayed...

[Jam]

clearly why I'm going for the gigantic SS hood. because i feeel the same way. the ss hood is over played.

[sweetbmxrider]

wait, you think the ss hood is overplayed so you are getting an ss hood? a BIG SS HOOD? :roll: :shrug:

[LTb1ow]

We all can be confused at times, its ok.

[JL8Jeff]

The stock elbow does hurt airflow and performance, but it's not a big number. Since yours was ripped, it was worth it to get the aluminum one instead of the 1LE piece. As for the 58mm TB, it's really not any benefit until you are making in the 500 hp range so don't worry about that. Your setup looks fine, it just needs a supercharger and that elbow will be worth even more! :nod:

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[Jam]

wait, you think the ss hood is overplayed so you are getting an ss hood? a BIG SS HOOD? :roll: :shrug:

what don't you get. I don't want to be another camaro with an ss hood, nor do i think the ultra z hood is for me, so I choose the 3inch SS hood. (it's different ) ......if you need more help understanding I'm here for you bro.

[LTb1ow]

Well I am almost there, hopefully making 425 ish at the flywheel.... Lloyd said it was a good supporting mod so I listened.

[sweetbmxrider]

what don't you get. I don't want to be another camaro with an ss hood, nor do i think the ultra z hood is for me, so I choose the 3inch SS hood. (it's different ) ......if you need more help understanding I'm here for you bro.

i understand what you are saying. it just seems funny that you don't want an ss hood so you are getting an ss hood, thats bigger. i think the ss hoods look like ass on lt1's. i think i'll eventually do a cowl.

[Jam]

i understand what you are saying. it just seems funny that you don't want an ss hood so you are getting an ss hood, thats bigger. i think the ss hoods look like ass on lt1's. i think i'll eventually do a cowl.

well this VFN 3" SS hood is a cowl and Ram air I believe .

[sweetbmxrider]

thats cool. i just think the scoops look like crap. its your car so do what you want. im a pure cowl kinda guy

[bubba428]

well this VFN 3" SS hood is a cowl and Ram air I believe .

its not "Ram Air" its basically a cowl hood just to look like an SS hood, you can look clear through front to back. h/o i'll post pics from a guy I know

[bubba428]

http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/5701171641.jpg
http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/5701171651.jpg
http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/5701171645.jpg
http://www.fquick.com/images/vehicles/full/5701171643.jpg

nothing but a 3in cowl hood with a hole in the front...its looks ONLY. the air has no form of direction, just blows in and out the back

[sweetbmxrider]

thats fugly

[bubba428]

not so bad on a 98+ but on a 93-97....thats just retarded, "hmmmm I hate SS hoods so let me get the BIGGEST one I can find" thats kinda claiming your 13s V6 pulls amazing wheel stands, or your stock 3rd gen runs 13s cause your raced this guy and his car runs 13s, or running around with no rear breaks for a few months( HA I knew one of you would so http://forums.cfmperformance.net/images/smilies/hifinger.gif)

[LTb1ow]

Whats wrong with no rear brakes? I don't have any.....

[Knipps]

:popcorn: oh boy...

[LTb1ow]

There not gonna argue, you're just being to silly.

[ar0ck]

Unless your car has a jet engine or is a 10 second beast there is absolutely no need for a 3" SS Hood. Its down right gaudy on a street car.

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k200/doctormikescott/274b8d83.jpg

Personally, I think the 96-97 SLP/HO SS hood are one of the sleakest looking hoods for 93-97 Cars. They may be "played" out but they work and you can't argue with what looks good.

[Tsar]

thats fugly
+1.

[Jam]

Unless your car has a jet engine or is a 10 second beast there is absolutely no need for a 3" SS Hood. Its down right gaudy on a street car.

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k200/doctormikescott/274b8d83.jpg

Personally, I think the 96-97 SLP/HO SS hood are one of the sleakest looking hoods for 93-97 Cars. They may be "played" out but they work and you can't argue with what looks good.

It's really not gaudy, the stinger hood is gaudy .

[bubba428]

that would look like ass on a vert dude, your going to ruin your car(if you haven't already)

[Jam]

okay bubba 2 by 4 what hood would you recommend

[LTb1ow]

Ultera Z FYW!

[Jam]

show me some pics of random hoods. and sway meee

[Knipps]

show me some pics of random hoods. and sway meee

http://www.bfranker.badz28.com/appearance/camaro/choods.htm
take your pick