Roto-Fab CAI Install

[ADM PERFORMANCE]

Originally Posted by rinerracing6

Thanks Mike from Roto-FAB for the great carmaro parts for my SS! Everything fit very well and easy to install.

Probably the best Intake I have ever seen in pictures.

Good job Mike



Andy

[JDP Motorsports]

Originally Posted by Kilo-9

Are the oiled filters a threat to sensors or is that an "old wives tale?" I have run both types with no problems, but I am curious if there is any merit to the dry filter being safer debate.

I used to work for K&N. We completely submerged MAF sensors in oil and hooked it up to our test fixture; they worked every time! It's BS and it's really a way for dealers to back out of warranty work. 98% of the sensors we tested had internal defects in the potting material....

JP

[Roto-fab 1]

Wow! We did not copy anybody when designing our intake. Since many intakes do look similar at a glance, I would like to explain some of the features of our system as well as the reasons behind our designs.
Our molded MAF sensor housing performs several unique functions. First, a "velocity stack" type of entry is molded into the part which invites a large amount of air to be pulled in quickly and smoothly. This is especially important during intitial acceleration when your engine demands a quick gulp of air. Not only does it perform well with a stock set-up, it's great to tune with or without mods or a even with a supercharger. That's why many tuners prefer our intake systems.
For mounting the housing to the air wall, we mold in 5 brass inserts. They are located on a flat surface which provides a good bearing surface to the air wall-not a pass through tube design with an air gap around it. On the filter side, we end up with a huge 6" mounting flange. We also mold in two brass inserts for secure retention of the MAF sensor.







Our inlet elbow is designed to allow the air to travel smoothly through one large, continuous radius. Any jogs, straight-turn-straight designs will disrupt air flow and make the motor work harder to pull in the air- more work means less HP. The Camaro has some packaging restraints that made it difficult to achieve the desired path. That's why you see so many variations in tube design.
Just as intake manifold runners are tapered to allow air to gain velocity, our plastic tube tapers through it's length. It's a subtle feature, but you can see it if you are looking for it. (Your engine will notice even if you don't!)
We mold in a brass 1/4" NPT fitting for secure coupling of the PCV hose. The "boss" for the fitting actually protrudes from the outer surface of the inlet elbow allowing for good thread engagement length while maintaining minimal disturbance on the inside wall.
Because our duct work actually seals to the air box to prevent sucking hot air, we use a hump hose on both ends of the inlet elbow to help absorb motor rock.
Although we do offer a polished SS tube that performs well, we recommend our plastic tube for best performance. Some will settle for a slightly smaller gain in exchange for the polished look.





Our air box is designed to mount to factory points while maintaining a seal against the hot radiator and engine air. Yes, the top seal actually contacts the hood. You will see a witness mark after a few days. We use an open top design because it allows for a very large filter while maximizing the area around the filter. A round filter was chosen because it minimizes the amount of filter surface "hugging" the hood. Additional surface area is useless if air can't get to it!



From start to finish, we've worked hard to address all of the details that make a quality intake system. We mold in a total of 8 brass inserts for secure mounting of all components. All screws are SS with internal lock washers. Our hose clamps are non-perforatated SS clamps to prevent damage to the silcone hoses. Installation is extremely simple using very basic tools. You will get great performance and sound without setting any codes.
We can't honestly claim to have "the best intake" without purchasing and analyzing every available system; however, there are several systems on the market lacking some of the qualities you are probably looking for. Our intakes are available now with a variety of choices including:
Black, yellow or red hoses
black, silver or red airbox (any other color can be special ordered)
Oil or dry filter
Polished SS elbow or black plastic elbow (Carbon fiber finish available in 3 weeks)

If you've taken the time to read this far, thanks for learning about our products!

[ZZcamaro]

Roto-Fab!!! I was astonished at the claim of Roto-fab copying an intake. These guys are a class act, and their products fit and finish are second to none!

[Van]

That's a good looking intake. Nice R & D going on there.

[Kilo-9]

Originally Posted by JDP Motorsports

I used to work for K&N. We completely submerged MAF sensors in oil and hooked it up to our test fixture; they worked every time! It's BS and it's really a way for dealers to back out of warranty work. 98% of the sensors we tested had internal defects in the potting material....

JP

Great info...thanks!

Originally Posted by ZZcamaro

Roto-Fab!!! I was astonished at the claim of Roto-fab copying an intake. These guys are a class act, and their products fit and finish are second to none!

+1. The last few posts have further solidified Roto-Fab as my choice.

[Roto-fab 1]

Originally Posted by Van

That's a good looking intake. Nice R & D going on there.

Thanks... We do have the victory red powder coat air boxes available now! It matches extremely well, especially for a powder coat finish.

[JoshJ81]

I'm really looking into this one but I'm just waiting the so called "CAI test".

[chrisgalles]

Originally Posted by Roto-fab 1

Thanks... We do have the victory red powder coat air boxes available now! It matches extremely well, especially for a powder coat finish.

Can you guys match Atomic Orange Metallic (i.e. Burnt Orange)??

[Van]

Originally Posted by Roto-fab 1

Thanks... We do have the victory red powder coat air boxes available now! It matches extremely well, especially for a powder coat finish.

Good to know and I'll keep it in mind. Like everyone else...I'm waiting to see which of these will be the best bang for the buck in terms of functional gains (and zero negative byproducts)

[Speed74SS]

Lingenfelter uses the Roto CAI as well. Here are a couple pictures of them mated up to the TVS2300 MagnaCharger.

[chrisgalles]

Originally Posted by Speed74SS

Lingenfelter uses the Roto CAI as well. Here are a couple pictures of them mated up to the TVS2300 MagnaCharger.

Attachment 47230

Attachment 47231

What else can you say but... Damn that is sexy!

One of these days I will get there...of course after the warranty is expired

[Roto-fab 1]

Originally Posted by chrisgalles

Can you guys match Atomic Orange Metallic (i.e. Burnt Orange)??

Yes we can match the AOM. The body shop we use mixes all of their paint according to paint code. The boxes look great with automotive paint and a thick clear coat. Obviously, it costs us much more to go this route as compared to our standard powder coat box. The additional charge is $65 above our $349.95. Lead time would be 7 days or less on custom paint work. FYI, we do have high gloss black powder coat boxes in stock which would look very good with the AOM...not as good as body color though!

[Gromet]

Roto-fab 1,

Wondering is you can match IOM for the Shield and the hoses? I have black with IOM Stripes and would like to do some IOM accents in the engine bay...