Need advice on a cold air intake system - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

central99 · 07-22-2010, 10:39 AM

Hello,
I need some tips and advice about cold air intakes. I already have the cherry bomb extreme exhaust system installed and the next step is an intake. I have no idea what I am looking for however. I have read threads on this site that speak highly of brands such as Injen and Cold Air Inductions. But there seem to be several different models. What are the differences and are they needed? These two brands seem to be pricey (350-500) I have K&N intakes on ebay for 250-300. Are these any good? Im not on a budget per-se but I don't want to spend money where its not needed. Basically I am looking for any tips, advice, or experiences that could help me make my decision. Thank you.

The Reaper · 07-22-2010, 11:26 AM

I have the K&N and love it. All of the CAI's you hear about here are good ones, just personal preference mostly although there are a couple of them that need a tune. K&N does not. But in the end it's your choice.

Rip · 07-22-2010, 11:32 AM

I've got Airaid on my wife's Charger and on my Camaro and have been very satisfied with them. Very easy to install as well.

WadeWilson · 07-22-2010, 11:33 AM

Roto-fab is good as well.

2010 SSRS · 07-22-2010, 11:37 AM

ADM

h2oplay · 07-22-2010, 11:38 AM

If you actually want cold air, the injen is the only CAI for the 2010....

rydahog · 07-22-2010, 11:38 AM

some new tests have been ongoing in regards to these types of intakes...keep an eye out for the results...probably tomorrow.. could help you save some $ and or make your ride a bit nicer for hp and performance.

Brownhornitt · 07-22-2010, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by h2oplay

If you actually want cold air, the injen is the only CAI for the 2010....

Word.

BackinBlackSS/RS · 07-22-2010, 11:41 AM

My personal opinion is get one with a closed box or one that snakes down where the stock washer bottle is. I personally do not like that the open boxes rely on the hood to seal up the box. I know there are a couple having sealing issues, but I don't recall which ones were having the problem. Research is your best bet. There are TONS of threads on here about the pros and cons. In the end they will all make roughly the same power. Me personally I am looking at IAT(intake air temp.) I will be looking closely at this when the
V8 Jannetty Cold air testing is done.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=88637

greenrail · 07-22-2010, 02:17 PM

Try a search. There is a heck of a lot of info on CAI's on here. Many have posted Dyno numbers to give you some guidance.

central99 · 07-22-2010, 02:31 PM

i want to throw in another wrinkle that may help my decision, but which one(s) are easiest to install and need no tuning?

n116ebo · 07-22-2010, 02:33 PM

I have the CAI Inc. Looks good, easy to install and nice WOT sound.

*GTAHVIT* · 07-22-2010, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by central99

i want to throw in another wrinkle that may help my decision, but which one(s) are easiest to install and need no tuning?

I'm partial to airaid and they did well in the GM High tech CAI shootout.

n116ebo · 07-22-2010, 02:34 PM

CAI Inc needs no tuning.

07-22-2010, 10:39 AM	#1
central99 Drives: 2010 ss Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: iowa Posts: 5	Need advice on a cold air intake system Hello, I need some tips and advice about cold air intakes. I already have the cherry bomb extreme exhaust system installed and the next step is an intake. I have no idea what I am looking for however. I have read threads on this site that speak highly of brands such as Injen and Cold Air Inductions. But there seem to be several different models. What are the differences and are they needed? These two brands seem to be pricey (350-500) I have K&N intakes on ebay for 250-300. Are these any good? Im not on a budget per-se but I don't want to spend money where its not needed. Basically I am looking for any tips, advice, or experiences that could help me make my decision. Thank you.

07-22-2010, 11:26 AM	#2
The Reaper Founding Member of CTCC Drives: 2010 2SS RS RJT w/Silver Stripes Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 709 View My Garage	I have the K&N and love it. All of the CAI's you hear about here are good ones, just personal preference mostly although there are a couple of them that need a tune. K&N does not. But in the end it's your choice. __________________ It's not how big your motor is, it's how well you shift it !!

07-22-2010, 11:37 AM	#5
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,187 View My Garage	ADM __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

07-22-2010, 02:17 PM	#10
greenrail Comic Curmudgeon Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS-2010 VW CC Sport Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Near Chicago, IL Posts: 2,395	Try a search. There is a heck of a lot of info on CAI's on here. Many have posted Dyno numbers to give you some guidance. __________________ Member Illinois Camaro Club His Name is Rosie - "Speak Softly and Carry a Big Stick!" - If you know who said that, then you know the genesis of his name.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Group Buy - ADM Performance Cold Air Intakes @ Apex Motorsports	Apex Paul	V8 Bolt-Ons & Tunes	34	06-08-2010 08:09 PM
Fastlane Pipeline Cold Air Intake	Fastlane	V8 Bolt-Ons & Tunes	24	01-12-2010 09:35 AM

07-22-2010, 11:32 AM	#3
Rip Drives: 2011 SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: location, location Posts: 574	I've got Airaid on my wife's Charger and on my Camaro and have been very satisfied with them. Very easy to install as well.

07-22-2010, 11:33 AM	#4
WadeWilson How U Doin? Drives: 2014 CTS-V Coupe Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Californication Posts: 24,156 View My Garage	Roto-fab is good as well.

07-22-2010, 11:38 AM	#6
h2oplay Winners find a way Drives: 2010 2LT/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 1,137	If you actually want cold air, the injen is the only CAI for the 2010....

07-22-2010, 11:38 AM	#7
rydahog Drives: camaro ss Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: usa Posts: 2,166 View My Garage	some new tests have been ongoing in regards to these types of intakes...keep an eye out for the results...probably tomorrow.. could help you save some $ and or make your ride a bit nicer for hp and performance.

07-22-2010, 11:41 AM	#9
BackinBlackSS/RS Go Blue!!!!! Drives: 2012 Cruze LT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 23,290	My personal opinion is get one with a closed box or one that snakes down where the stock washer bottle is. I personally do not like that the open boxes rely on the hood to seal up the box. I know there are a couple having sealing issues, but I don't recall which ones were having the problem. Research is your best bet. There are TONS of threads on here about the pros and cons. In the end they will all make roughly the same power. Me personally I am looking at IAT(intake air temp.) I will be looking closely at this when the V8 Jannetty Cold air testing is done. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=88637

07-22-2010, 02:31 PM	#11
central99 Drives: 2010 ss Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: iowa Posts: 5	i want to throw in another wrinkle that may help my decision, but which one(s) are easiest to install and need no tuning?

07-22-2010, 02:33 PM	#12
n116ebo n116 Drives: 2010 2SS YELLOW TRANSFORMER AUTO Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SAN ANGELO TX Posts: 633 View My Garage	I have the CAI Inc. Looks good, easy to install and nice WOT sound.

07-22-2010, 02:34 PM	#14
n116ebo n116 Drives: 2010 2SS YELLOW TRANSFORMER AUTO Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SAN ANGELO TX Posts: 633 View My Garage	CAI Inc needs no tuning.