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SgtPickles69 · 12-02-2012, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by rtcat600man

INJEN, VARARAM, ROTO-FAB AIR-RAID. Just to name a few others.

Best one today is probably the Vararm, followed closely by many of the others. It becomes a personal choice, including what you plan to do with your underhood look.

For me at the time the INJEN was at the top of the list and the Vararam was not yet on the market.

I made it work for me.

How did you paint the cai tube red? Looks good

rtcat600man · 12-03-2012, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by SgtPickles69

How did you paint the cai tube red? Looks good

Thank - you, however it is not red, it is IOM. The red look comes from the fact that IOM is difficult to photo in certain light.

I bought a rattle can of IOM from a company on line.

Automotivetouchup.com

DarkneSS · 12-03-2012, 10:47 AM

The Vararam is going to give you the best gains. It is a bit tricky to install but pretty much anyone can do it with varying time requirements. It's not exactly beautiful either and it does require more frequent maintenance than other intakes. But if you care mostly about performance, there is no better intake.

If you want gains but looks are a bit more important than you, then I'd get the CAI, the one that comes with the see through box. Imo none of the other intakes come close to looking as good.

A third runner up us Injen's intake. It seems to give nice gains but it has some potential to hydro lock your car. You might need to go back to stock in the winter with that one.

Good luck! Most are better than the stock excuse for an intake.

BiG_TiMe · 12-03-2012, 12:14 PM

K&N if you're on a budget but if not i think the vararam

spyderbuddy · 12-03-2012, 08:36 PM

Dude Vararam it, And then a catch can, best mod's you can do.

Sales @ CAI Inc · 12-05-2012, 12:39 PM

Thanks to anyone who voted, we appreciate it! Considering that our intake got more votes than the "other" category which includes all other brands other than the 2 listed, I feel pretty good about that!

We will keep working hard to provide you with the highest quality CAI's and best customer service possible! Thanks

TooCool5 · 12-05-2012, 05:30 PM

AIRAID. Nice combination of grunt and go.

Blackjacket86 · 12-07-2012, 03:19 PM

Has anyone noticed any water getting into the vararam intake when it rains or washing the car? It seems like that would be an issue.

DarkneSS · 12-07-2012, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Blackjacket86

Has anyone noticed any water getting into the vararam intake when it rains or washing the car? It seems like that would be an issue.

After installing mine, with the engine off, I literally blasted the entire grille from every angle imaginable with a ton of water. There were mere drops when I opened the hood. I've driven in strong rain with it too at high speeds and checked afterwards. Again very little water, mere drops.

Trust me I was surprised, I expected at least a little water.

howzz1854 · 12-22-2014, 01:40 AM

guys... sorry for reviving an old thread, but i just sold my 2006 Charger SRT8 and got myself a used 2011 V6 LS. the old V8 was starting to have strange electrical issues that was turning into a money pit to fix, long story short, with the new job and shorter commute, i went with a V6 LS.

i just installed the ZL1 Spoiler myself, and front T5 splitter, and painted the lower facia. now i am looking at CAI systems.

1. now, can anyone educate me on this Vararam intake system. i can't for the life of me see where the air comes in from. all the pictures have me think the intake filter seems to be sucking air directly from top near the front tip of the hood, but once you close the hood, where the air come in from? can't drive with a hood open. again... can someone please explain it to me, thanks.

2. also, someone mentioned that some maintainance will be involved with the Vararam setup, can someone elaborate more on that? does it fall out after you drive 50K miles?

3. and last but not least, is the vararam intake system Carb exampt? i live in CA.

howzz1854 · 12-22-2014, 01:53 AM

is my siggy working?

WCoolBreeze · 12-22-2014, 10:42 AM

Go with the Roto-Fab CAI. Looks GREAT, Sounds GREAT, and I have not had any problems with it at all.

Walt B.

mpiersd · 12-22-2014, 11:00 AM

I've got teh cold Air Inductions on my Camaro. Couldn't be happier with it.
Really like the window on the top cover to see the filter element and plan on adding LED's under the lid this Spring.

spyderbuddy · 12-22-2014, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by howzz1854

is my siggy working?

The Vararam draws air in from in front of your radiator.

Simple to install, there are even some DIY's on the Forumn.

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12-03-2012, 12:14 PM	#18
BiG_TiMe Drives: 2011 Camaro LS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Southern California Posts: 2,920 View My Garage	K&N if you're on a budget but if not i think the vararam __________________ SoCal HT5! [COTW 2/24/14]

12-03-2012, 08:36 PM	#19
spyderbuddy Drives: 2010 RS Inferno Orange Metallic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Albany, Ga. Posts: 3,398 View My Garage	Dude Vararam it, And then a catch can, best mod's you can do. Attached Images __________________ PCP Hideaway Headlight Covers, BBK Headers & High Flow Cats, ZL1 Add-ons Wicker Bill, TL1/ZL1 Hood Insert, Gen5 DIY Frameless Mirror, ABL Dash Lighting an My link Navigation, Blacked out Rear Bowtie, all Sylvania led Turn Signals, Ceramic Window Tint By Nicks, MBRP Exhaust tips, GEN5 DIY Virginia Legal DRL Harness, Painted Brake Calipers, Vittesse Throttle Controller, Heritage Grill, Diode Dynamics Led Lighting, Manual Shifter Boot, Paddle Shifters, CNC Throttle Body, Trifecta Tune, RX Catch Can & Breather, Trunk Black out and Side Grills, Chevorlet door Sills.

12-05-2012, 05:30 PM	#21
TooCool5 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LS 3.6 LLT V6 325 HP Join Date: May 2009 Location: LS Posts: 4,242 View My Garage	AIRAID. Nice combination of grunt and go. Attached Images __________________ 2010 Camaro Auto, Inferno Orange, Titanium Interior, Gearhead Wheels AIRAID CAI

12-07-2012, 03:19 PM	#22
Blackjacket86 Death Before Dishonor Drives: 2011 Camaro RS 1968 Chevy C10 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Orem Posts: 20 View My Garage	Has anyone noticed any water getting into the vararam intake when it rains or washing the car? It seems like that would be an issue. __________________ 2011 Camaro RS M6 1986 K30 Custom Deluxe 454 TH400 1968 C10 400 700R4

12-03-2012, 10:47 AM	#17
DarkneSS Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS 6MT Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Westchester, New York Posts: 3,715	The Vararam is going to give you the best gains. It is a bit tricky to install but pretty much anyone can do it with varying time requirements. It's not exactly beautiful either and it does require more frequent maintenance than other intakes. But if you care mostly about performance, there is no better intake. If you want gains but looks are a bit more important than you, then I'd get the CAI, the one that comes with the see through box. Imo none of the other intakes come close to looking as good. A third runner up us Injen's intake. It seems to give nice gains but it has some potential to hydro lock your car. You might need to go back to stock in the winter with that one. Good luck! Most are better than the stock excuse for an intake.

12-05-2012, 12:39 PM	#20
Sales @ CAI Inc Drives: 2010 SS/RS Supercharged 427 Build Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 5,504	Thanks to anyone who voted, we appreciate it! Considering that our intake got more votes than the "other" category which includes all other brands other than the 2 listed, I feel pretty good about that! We will keep working hard to provide you with the highest quality CAI's and best customer service possible! Thanks

12-22-2014, 01:40 AM	#24
howzz1854 Drives: 2011 Camaro LS Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: CA Posts: 36	guys... sorry for reviving an old thread, but i just sold my 2006 Charger SRT8 and got myself a used 2011 V6 LS. the old V8 was starting to have strange electrical issues that was turning into a money pit to fix, long story short, with the new job and shorter commute, i went with a V6 LS. i just installed the ZL1 Spoiler myself, and front T5 splitter, and painted the lower facia. now i am looking at CAI systems. 1. now, can anyone educate me on this Vararam intake system. i can't for the life of me see where the air comes in from. all the pictures have me think the intake filter seems to be sucking air directly from top near the front tip of the hood, but once you close the hood, where the air come in from? can't drive with a hood open. again... can someone please explain it to me, thanks. 2. also, someone mentioned that some maintainance will be involved with the Vararam setup, can someone elaborate more on that? does it fall out after you drive 50K miles? 3. and last but not least, is the vararam intake system Carb exampt? i live in CA.

12-22-2014, 01:53 AM	#25
howzz1854 Drives: 2011 Camaro LS Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: CA Posts: 36	is my siggy working? __________________ 2011 Camaro LS/ZL1 Spoiler/ACS T5 Front Splitter/K&N drop-in filter

12-22-2014, 10:42 AM	#26
WCoolBreeze 2SS Drives: 2016 2SS, Red Garnet Tint Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Imperial, CA Posts: 1,343	Go with the Roto-Fab CAI. Looks GREAT, Sounds GREAT, and I have not had any problems with it at all. Walt B. __________________ 2016 Camaro 2SS 2005 Dodge Magnum R/T (Yes it has a Hemi) 1987 Camaro RS (California Special) - For Sale Gen6, 2016 Camaro 2SS, Red Garnet Tint (with Silver Rally Stripes) Ordered: 2-12-2016 TPW: 3-7-2016 Built: 3-7-2016 VIN 1G1FH78G0157626 Delivered: 4-26-2016

12-22-2014, 11:00 AM	#27
mpiersd Drives: ABM #2041 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Yorktown, VA Posts: 1,554 View My Garage	I've got teh cold Air Inductions on my Camaro. Couldn't be happier with it. Really like the window on the top cover to see the filter element and plan on adding LED's under the lid this Spring. __________________ Retired United States Army Bernadette: 2LT/RS, ABM #2041 of 3903 ZL-1 Springs \| CAI \| Muffler delete \| Magnaflow resonator \| LED DRL \| DRL harness \| RX Catch Can \| Mini me Cortana: 2015 Harley Davidson Road Glide Special V&H Power Duals Headers & Oversized 450 Raider mufflers \| Screamin' Eagle Stage 1 Chisel Extreme intake \| Screamin' Eagle Stage 1 programmer \| Klock Werks 12" Pro-Touring windscreen Own an Aqua Blue Metallic Camaro? Click here to join us on Facebook and help us in establishing the Aqua Blue Registry to locate all 3903 of these beautiful Camaros!