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Duke · 12-23-2009, 11:25 AM

Does it use a dry filter? If not, is there one avalable to fit it? I am just worried about getting oil on the MAF.

dwebster · 12-23-2009, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Duke

Does it use a dry filter? If not, is there one avalable to fit it? I am just worried about getting oil on the MAF.

The filter comes pre-oiled. Don't worry about MAF. I have used a similar K & N filter before in Camaros, they work fine. There is not a whole lot of oil on the filter to begin with. Not a concern. No issues here. However, I would think you could find a similarly shaped dry filter if you searched.

Don O · 12-24-2009, 04:34 PM

Order #83. Installed last weekend. Great product and finish. Very easy to install. The bonus was the added sound. Car is much more aggressive sounding (stock exhaust).

Don O

FSTORG5 · 12-26-2009, 11:06 AM

Don O, Looks great. Where did you get the L99 badge on your engine cover?

Don O · 12-26-2009, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by FSTORG5

Don O, Looks great. Where did you get the L99 badge on your engine cover?

http://www.emblempros.com/

It's a base plate and the "L" can be had as a custom color on the L99 emblem.

Don O

augrad94 · 12-28-2009, 08:41 AM

Installed mine yesterday, took less than 1 hour and I am by no means mechanical!

The hardest part was actually putting the lid on when complete.

fcu678 · 01-06-2010, 11:47 AM

I was out of town when mine arrived on the 29th. I opened and installed it on the 31st. The fit and finish of the airbox is great. As far as the intake tube it looked like someone dropped it

there was a dent on the throttle body side of the tube that I had to take out and the seam and coating on the intake tube wasn't as good as I expected it to be.
I would have prefered a dry filter but the vendor that I ordered from didn't give me that option. Other than that it was an easy install and the performance gain is noticable

Iwantone2 · 01-06-2010, 12:04 PM

Sorry to hear that fcu, but overall are you pleased with it?

So, Capstone, any luck with the DIY video? Hope the blizzard isn't too bad!

fcu678 · 01-06-2010, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Iwantone2

Sorry to hear that fcu, but overall are you pleased with it?

Other than the intake tube issue yes I am pleased with my purchase. I debated over the CAI and Roto-Fab. I liked the color options of the Roto-Fab but prefered the enclosed, insulated filter box from CAI.

drtwo · 01-06-2010, 05:48 PM

VIDEO

Mzodarg · 01-06-2010, 06:23 PM

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there was a dent on the throttle body side of the tube that I had to take out and the seam and coating on the intake tube wasn't as good as I expected it to be.

Contact CAI, They may assist with the f-up tube.

Mike

fcu678 · 01-07-2010, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Mzodarg

Contact CAI, They may assist with the f-up tube.

Mike

Thanks Mike,

I'll do that

Craig

SRT10KLLR · 01-07-2010, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by fcu678

I was out of town when mine arrived on the 29th. I opened and installed it on the 31st. The fit and finish of the airbox is great. As far as the intake tube it looked like someone dropped it

there was a dent on the throttle body side of the tube that I had to take out and the seam and coating on the intake tube wasn't as good as I expected it to be.
I would have prefered a dry filter but the vendor that I ordered from didn't give me that option. Other than that it was an easy install and the performance gain is noticable

Craig, CAI, Inc. has the best customer service and will take care of you. I already spoke to James about it and he will be sending you a new pipe as soon as more come in. I will let you know as soon as they come in.

The CAI does not have the option of a dry filter. I wanted one also even if it made 2-3 hp less just so I did not have to oil it. Also, the pipe is not chrome but rather ceramic coated to reflect heat so your IAT's are lower.

fcu678 · 01-07-2010, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by SRT10KLLR

Craig, CAI, Inc. has the best customer service and will take care of you. I already spoke to James about it and he will be sending you a new pipe as soon as more come in. I will let you know as soon as they come in.

The CAI does not have the option of a dry filter. I wanted one also even if it made 2-3 hp less just so I did not have to oil it. Also, the pipe is not chrome but rather ceramic coated to reflect heat so your IAT's are lower.

Thanks Jimmy,

I appreciate the help on this very much. I'm sure all vendors are scrambling to fill orders and I understand how an occasional small issue like this can happen. It sure didn't stop me from installing it I'm 100% satisfied with my purchase if you find a dry air filter let me know.

Thanks Again
Craig

12-24-2009, 04:34 PM	#283
Don O Camaro and Vettehead Drives: 2SS/RS IOM L99 69 427/400 Vette Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: 12 miles East of Disneyland - Anaheim Hills Posts: 547 View My Garage	Order #83. Installed last weekend. Great product and finish. Very easy to install. The bonus was the added sound. Car is much more aggressive sounding (stock exhaust). Don O Attached Images __________________ Nothing sucks more than that moment during an argument when you realize you're wrong.

12-28-2009, 08:41 AM	#286
augrad94 Drives: 2010 1SS/RS Black/Black Join Date: May 2008 Location: Fort Mill SC Posts: 144	Installed mine yesterday, took less than 1 hour and I am by no means mechanical! The hardest part was actually putting the lid on when complete. __________________ Black/Black 1SS 6sp manual , RS package, Boston sound system 1100 10/14/2008 2000 03/26/2009 3000 03/26/2009 3300 5/09/2009 3400 5/13/2009 3800 5/22/209 VIN 111607 4000 5/22/209 4104 5/22/209 4B00 5/22/209 4200 Not sure of date but it has shipped! 6000 6/12/2009 CAM, Headers, exhaust build thread here.

01-06-2010, 11:47 AM	#287
fcu678 5Th Gen (Craig) Drives: 2014 C7 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houma, Louisiana Posts: 766 View My Garage	CAI I was out of town when mine arrived on the 29th. I opened and installed it on the 31st. The fit and finish of the airbox is great. As far as the intake tube it looked like someone dropped it there was a dent on the throttle body side of the tube that I had to take out and the seam and coating on the intake tube wasn't as good as I expected it to be. I would have prefered a dry filter but the vendor that I ordered from didn't give me that option. Other than that it was an easy install and the performance gain is noticable

01-06-2010, 12:04 PM	#288
Iwantone2 Voice Of The Voiceless Drives: CGM 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: OC Cali Posts: 9,617 View My Garage	Sorry to hear that fcu, but overall are you pleased with it? So, Capstone, any luck with the DIY video? Hope the blizzard isn't too bad! __________________

01-06-2010, 05:48 PM	#290
drtwo Drives: 2SS RS Yellow, Raptor, Vrod Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South Dakota Posts: 599 View My Garage	VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO __________________ 2SS RS Rally Yellow, LS3, M6, sunroof, extra on the fast!

12-23-2009, 11:25 AM	#281
Duke Drives: 2010 Red SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Lake Jackson, TX Posts: 476	Does it use a dry filter? If not, is there one avalable to fit it? I am just worried about getting oil on the MAF.

12-26-2009, 11:06 AM	#284
FSTORG5 Fast Orange Drives: 2012 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: IL Posts: 259 View My Garage	Don O, Looks great. Where did you get the L99 badge on your engine cover?

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