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CWI · 03-22-2014, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by axis

That's cool and all but one of the benefits of the scoop is that it has a big opening to push air up through. With your water bottle still there, it blocks a big portion of that.

Actually, it does not interfere. It is above the frame and out of the main air pathway. The air from the scoop comes from below the frame and the bottle in a direct line to the filter. The bottle is out of that pathway.

The bottle is not in the factory location where it would interfere.

RatedZ · 03-22-2014, 09:54 AM

If one already has a Roto-fab intake and wants to do a scoop/washer relocate can you install them without removing the air box?

lynxone · 03-22-2014, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

Pretty much. In order for water to get to the air box it would have to enter the scoop, negotiate a 45 degree corner, make a 90 degree turn upward, and then climb about 12 inches vertically. While the scoop does direct additional cool dense air flow into the intake it does not create a vacuum capable of doing all that. Water vapor condenses against the back wall of the scoop and is drained through weep holes in the bottom rear corners. The only way I can see forcing enough water into the intake to hydro lock it would be for you to hit standing water at least as deep as the DRLs and with a bit of speed. And if you do that you are going to have plenty of other problems to worry about.

Yeah, I think you'd have to immerse your vehicle in about 2 feet of water to be a concern. The way these are designed it would seem to me to be nearly impossible for any water to make it all the way into the intake.

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Apex Motorsports · 03-22-2014, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by RatedZ

If one already has a Roto-fab intake and wants to do a scoop/washer relocate can you install them without removing the air box?

You would not have to remove it to install the scoop and washer tank, but depending on how you decide to mount the remote filler neck for the washer tank it might make it easier.

axis · 03-22-2014, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by CWI

Actually, it does not interfere. It is above the frame and out of the main air pathway. The air from the scoop comes from below the frame and the bottle in a direct line to the filter. The bottle is out of that pathway.

The bottle is not in the factory location where it would interfere.

My bad. From your description, it appeared as though you just shortened it to allow the scoop to fit.

F-16 Camaro · 03-22-2014, 06:15 PM

I got my WW/Apex scoop installed with a CAI intake. I used a lift and took my time.

I find working on my car to be almost zen like. So I'm in no hurry to get done. I enjoy the entire process.

The W/W bottle was top notch and came with plenty of hose. The scoop was made from sturdy material and the install was pretty straight forward.

And of course the CAI intake took like 15 minutes; and that's probably generous.

The growl of the engine is noticeable, and when I get on it and shift gears I can hear the intake sucking/gulping a burst of air. It's quite an amazing feeling. I really didn't expect a simple bolt on to wake my car up but it did. And the acceleration was also really noticeable.

Looking forward to LT headers in the near future!

My 5th · 03-22-2014, 06:44 PM

I hate to give up my washer bottle as I use my washers a lot. So I'm going to port my stock washer bottle so the air flows around it better. I think I'll pick up at least 5 hp. ;^)

RatedZ · 03-23-2014, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

You would not have to remove it to install the scoop and washer tank, but depending on how you decide to mount the remote filler neck for the washer tank it might make it easier.

Thanks Chase. I'll be calling you shortly

Apex Motorsports · 03-23-2014, 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by F-16 Camaro

I got my WW/Apex scoop installed with a CAI intake. I used a lift and took my time.

I find working on my car to be almost zen like. So I'm in no hurry to get done. I enjoy the entire process.

The W/W bottle was top notch and came with plenty of hose. The scoop was made from sturdy material and the install was pretty straight forward.

And of course the CAI intake took like 15 minutes; and that's probably generous.

The growl of the engine is noticeable, and when I get on it and shift gears I can hear the intake sucking/gulping a burst of air. It's quite an amazing feeling. I really didn't expect a simple bolt on to wake my car up but it did. And the acceleration was also really noticeable.

Looking forward to LT headers in the near future!

Glad that you are happy with the results.

Quote:

Originally Posted by My 5th

I hate to give up my washer bottle as I use my washers a lot. So I'm going to port my stock washer bottle so the air flows around it better. I think I'll pick up at least 5 hp. ;^)

That is why we also offer the washer tank relocation kit along with our scoop, so that there is a no sacrifices bolt on solution available.

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Originally Posted by RatedZ

Thanks Chase. I'll be calling you shortly

Sounds good.

Ryder · 03-23-2014, 11:07 AM

cant wait to get mine. Ordered on Thursday. got the scoop the relo kit and a cai from Apex. Should be here next week. got the 1-4 shift eliminator too.

Apex Motorsports · 03-26-2014, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Ryder

cant wait to get mine. Ordered on Thursday. got the scoop the relo kit and a cai from Apex. Should be here next week. got the 1-4 shift eliminator too.

Thank you for your order. Be sure to let us know what you think after you get it all installed.

Spartan01 · 03-26-2014, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by sloSS

Add the scoop!
I held off quite a while after installing the CAI, was really concerned about water in intake during rain.
Once I took the plunge and installed the Apex Scoop I have experienced no water in intake issues.
More importantly, I perceive a greater performance increase adding scoop to CAI than I noticed going from factory intake to CAI. The factory windshield washer reservoir takes up a lot of space in the intake and may act as a restriction

This was my concern as well, I have never had a water ingestion issue, but just to be on the safe side I ordered the Injen HydroShield from Jannetty. Just a little peace of mind.

Apex Motorsports · 03-29-2014, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Spartan01

This was my concern as well, I have never had a water ingestion issue, but just to be on the safe side I ordered the Injen HydroShield from Jannetty. Just a little peace of mind.

The hydroshield is not necessary but there is nothing wrong with playing it safe.

akonechn · 03-30-2014, 10:29 AM

Is it possible to install the scoop/tank without removing the wheel?

03-22-2014, 06:44 PM	#21
My 5th Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Black on Black Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Global Citizen Posts: 1,243	I hate to give up my washer bottle as I use my washers a lot. So I'm going to port my stock washer bottle so the air flows around it better. I think I'll pick up at least 5 hp. ;^) __________________ Meh

03-23-2014, 11:07 AM	#24
Ryder Drives: 2013 1ss 1le Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Coeur D Alene Idaho Posts: 122	cant wait to get mine. Ordered on Thursday. got the scoop the relo kit and a cai from Apex. Should be here next week. got the 1-4 shift eliminator too. __________________

03-30-2014, 10:29 AM	#28
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03-22-2014, 09:54 AM	#16
RatedZ Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Overthere Posts: 527	If one already has a Roto-fab intake and wants to do a scoop/washer relocate can you install them without removing the air box?

03-22-2014, 06:15 PM	#20
F-16 Camaro Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Black Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Alamogordo, NM Posts: 608 View My Garage	I got my WW/Apex scoop installed with a CAI intake. I used a lift and took my time. I find working on my car to be almost zen like. So I'm in no hurry to get done. I enjoy the entire process. The W/W bottle was top notch and came with plenty of hose. The scoop was made from sturdy material and the install was pretty straight forward. And of course the CAI intake took like 15 minutes; and that's probably generous. The growl of the engine is noticeable, and when I get on it and shift gears I can hear the intake sucking/gulping a burst of air. It's quite an amazing feeling. I really didn't expect a simple bolt on to wake my car up but it did. And the acceleration was also really noticeable. Looking forward to LT headers in the near future!