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kanys · 03-15-2009, 12:45 PM

Just wondering how the Air Box from GMPP will affect some stuff on the car. It is the only mod I am looking at due to price. I searched but did not find much specific info for the LLT on this.

So basically I was wondering about MPG, hp/tq, sound, and reliability/longevity. And if I do get one I can get it after I have the car and just have the dealer install it right? Thanks in advance!

ZeeTwentyFour · 03-15-2009, 05:21 PM

well to start from the top, I doubt it will affect MPG much. The HP/Tq increase will be minimal but hard to say without actually having it dynoed. It definitely looks like a better choice over the stock airbox but I wouldn't expect any crazy power bumps. I'd say expect 5 HP at the most out of the set up.

The intake sound will probably be louder due to the fact that it is sucking in more air. I know this to be true when I made my intake for my car, it was a lot louder of the stock air box.

The reliability should be just as good as a stock setup. I wouldn't worry about it breaking anymore than a stock intake or voiding anything since its a GM part. It's hard to say how long the filter will last but I would say clean it (if its a reusable filter) when you change your oil and you should be fine.

I'm sure you can get it installed by the dealer at any point in time, but if you know how to turn a wrench you could do it yourself. Intake filters and pipes are one of the easiest things to take apart on a car.

Xanthos · 03-15-2009, 05:24 PM

The intake upgrade that D3 did the the CTS netted 13 horsepower at the wheels, with no tune. This was dyno proven.

Bear in mind you're be able to get the same results with a cheaper system. The GMPP intake is a bit on the expensive side.
- Xanthos

zebra · 03-15-2009, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by XanthosV6

...Bear in mind you're be able to get the same results with a cheaper system. The GMPP intake is a bit on the expensive side.
- Xanthos

yeah... especially for just a pipe, filter, & smooth box lid

ZeeTwentyFour · 03-15-2009, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by XanthosV6

The intake upgrade that D3 did the the CTS netted 13 horsepower at the wheels, with no tune. This was dyno proven.

Bear in mind you're be able to get the same results with a cheaper system. The GMPP intake is a bit on the expensive side.
- Xanthos

O wow. maybe I was wrong about the power gain then. The D3 looks very similar to the GM set, about the only difference I see is the D3 has not lid over the filter, which you can leave off with the GM set. It $425 or $450 if you want chrome. The GM is $450 or about $500 installed, so if you installed your GM part yourself, you might save $25 by getting the D3. I would say its a moot point, the GM piece will not void the warranty, where as the D3 might.

Amelia98 · 03-15-2009, 05:41 PM

I am still waiting for price on Airbox, Catback Exhaust, shorty headers and grille insert. Where did you find prices for GMPP stuff for the Camaro?

*CamaroSpike23* · 03-15-2009, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Amelia98

I am still waiting for price on Airbox, Catback Exhaust, shorty headers and grille insert. Where did you find prices for GMPP stuff for the Camaro?

http://www.gm.oeaccessories.com/newman/

ZeeTwentyFour · 03-15-2009, 06:19 PM

I don't see a price for the headers but I think those are a huge waste of money.

zebra · 03-15-2009, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by ZeeTwentyFour

I don't see a price for the headers but I think those are a huge waste of money.

i believe they want a grand, installed

kanys · 03-15-2009, 07:14 PM

Thanks guys that is what I wanted to hear! I know there are better intakes out there but I just want something small and within warranty that will last

*CamaroSpike23* · 03-15-2009, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by kanys

Thanks guys that is what I wanted to hear! I know there are better intakes out there but I just want something small and within warranty that will last

intakes dont usually fail.... even homemade ones.

zebra · 03-15-2009, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

intakes dont usually fail.... even homemade ones.

i wouldn't be so sure...

Xanthos · 03-15-2009, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by zebra

i wouldn't be so sure...

WTF is that?
- Xanthos

*Milk 1027* · 03-15-2009, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by XanthosV6

WTF is that?
- Xanthos

A poor man's intake

03-15-2009, 12:45 PM	#1
kanys Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 872	GMPP Air Box upgrade Just wondering how the Air Box from GMPP will affect some stuff on the car. It is the only mod I am looking at due to price. I searched but did not find much specific info for the LLT on this. So basically I was wondering about MPG, hp/tq, sound, and reliability/longevity. And if I do get one I can get it after I have the car and just have the dealer install it right? Thanks in advance!

03-15-2009, 05:21 PM	#2
ZeeTwentyFour Does not have a Camaro Drives: 99 silverado Z71/66 Chevelle SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 469 View My Garage	well to start from the top, I doubt it will affect MPG much. The HP/Tq increase will be minimal but hard to say without actually having it dynoed. It definitely looks like a better choice over the stock airbox but I wouldn't expect any crazy power bumps. I'd say expect 5 HP at the most out of the set up. The intake sound will probably be louder due to the fact that it is sucking in more air. I know this to be true when I made my intake for my car, it was a lot louder of the stock air box. The reliability should be just as good as a stock setup. I wouldn't worry about it breaking anymore than a stock intake or voiding anything since its a GM part. It's hard to say how long the filter will last but I would say clean it (if its a reusable filter) when you change your oil and you should be fine. I'm sure you can get it installed by the dealer at any point in time, but if you know how to turn a wrench you could do it yourself. Intake filters and pipes are one of the easiest things to take apart on a car. __________________

03-15-2009, 05:24 PM	#3
Xanthos PWA Relapse Drives: Formerly-Stick Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 12,588 View My Garage	The intake upgrade that D3 did the the CTS netted 13 horsepower at the wheels, with no tune. This was dyno proven. Bear in mind you're be able to get the same results with a cheaper system. The GMPP intake is a bit on the expensive side. - Xanthos __________________ 2017 1LT/RS A8 Hyper Blue Metallic

03-15-2009, 05:41 PM	#6
Amelia98 Honorary Female Member =) Drives: Camaro and a PT Cruiser Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Baltimore Posts: 262 View My Garage	I am still waiting for price on Airbox, Catback Exhaust, shorty headers and grille insert. Where did you find prices for GMPP stuff for the Camaro? __________________ Amelia Baltimore, MD 2SS/RS Rally Yellow, Black Interior, Catback, Airbox, Shorty Headers, Hurst, Grille Insert, Subwoofer, Engine Cover and 21" black Rims. VROOM VROOM

03-15-2009, 06:19 PM	#8
ZeeTwentyFour Does not have a Camaro Drives: 99 silverado Z71/66 Chevelle SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 469 View My Garage	I don't see a price for the headers but I think those are a huge waste of money. __________________

03-15-2009, 07:14 PM	#10
kanys Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 872	Thanks guys that is what I wanted to hear! I know there are better intakes out there but I just want something small and within warranty that will last

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