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vatechguy3 · 10-12-2014, 08:16 PM

Trying to compare the following intakes:
ADM street cai
ADM race cai
Rotofab cai

So, whats the difference in the two offerings from ADM?
How do the hp and tq numbers compare between the 3 with NO tune on a stock engine?

Thanks
Tony

Stephen12ZL1 · 10-12-2014, 08:53 PM

ADM units cannot be used without a tune. Race ADM cold air removes the washer bottle and includes a scoop for best flow. It is the one I use. Honestly, they are all good units.

vatechguy3 · 10-13-2014, 01:28 PM

why do you need a tune with the ADM street CAIs??

tony

Stephen12ZL1 · 10-13-2014, 03:14 PM

the airflow calibrations are way off with the ADM units without a tune and tuning recalibrates the MAF for proper fueling. The Roto Fab unit can be used without a tune because of the design.

vatechguy3 · 10-13-2014, 03:45 PM

does the ADM unit offer an HP or TQ advantage over the rotofab?

thanks
tony

hognutz · 10-13-2014, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by vatechguy3

does the ADM unit offer an HP or TQ advantage over the rotofab?

thanks
tony

on a stock car I think it is going to be fairly close comparison. on a modified car the ADM unit might have an advantage.

it is really hard to say as all of the CAI's have cars pushing 700whp+

my advice to poeple is if your tuning pick the one you like the look or fit of best. if you not tuning the rotofab at $399 is hard to beat or the CAI is only $50 more I think.

if you are into carbon fiber though K&N makes on of those for example. if you like a closed lid design the CAI or ADM have that.

this is one of those purchases where I am not sure there a "right" way you just have to decide what you like. I am cheap the rotofab is on my car. I put the money I saved towards a throttle body.

benji276289 · 10-14-2014, 10:00 AM

vatechguy3....you got any citations yet on I-81? I'd be afraid to have that much power and a potential Virginia jail sentence.

tnspd · 10-14-2014, 10:14 AM

I have used both ADM street and CAI. Both closed lid systems. Both are good. The CAI unit is easier to get into. It only has 3 quick turn screws to get the top off. The ADM unit has about 10 screws you need an allen wrench to get the screws off. I currently have the CAI one due to the ease of geting the lid off.

vatechguy3 · 10-14-2014, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by benji276289

vatechguy3....you got any citations yet on I-81? I'd be afraid to have that much power and a potential Virginia jail sentence.

Im in SE VA, so i drive alot on I-64. No tickets yet. But still breaking it in. Havent been over 4k rpm or 80mph.

I did get my first kill tonight. Some kids in a "tuner" dodge neon. They floored it as i was shifting from 1st to 2nd. I went half throttle and shifted to 3rd at 4k rpm. Had them by 5 cars and 5mph below the speed limit. No problem!!

Tony

vatechguy3 · 10-14-2014, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tnspd

I have used both ADM street and CAI. Both closed lid systems. Both are good. The CAI unit is easier to get into. It only has 3 quick turn screws to get the top off. The ADM unit has about 10 screws you need an allen wrench to get the screws off. I currently have the CAI one due to the ease of geting the lid off.

Did you tune with both??

Tony

tnspd · 10-14-2014, 06:27 PM

Yes I did

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revobasher · 10-14-2014, 06:42 PM

Rotofab for sure. Their product is very nice and customer service is exceptional in my dealings thus far. And no tune needed.

tnspd · 10-15-2014, 07:56 AM

The CAI unit does not require you to get a tune......

zbzo6 · 10-15-2014, 09:44 AM

Is it possible or has anyone ever tried modifying the stock airbox to help improve airflow.

10-12-2014, 08:16 PM	#1
vatechguy3 Drives: 2014 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Virginia Posts: 493	cold air intakes Trying to compare the following intakes: ADM street cai ADM race cai Rotofab cai So, whats the difference in the two offerings from ADM? How do the hp and tq numbers compare between the 3 with NO tune on a stock engine? Thanks Tony __________________ 2014 ZL1 M6 Bone stock, for now! 2001 Z28 M6 !cags, !air, FTP 85mm Lid, Z06 85mm MAF, P&P TB !4x4, Strano Springs, Strano Sways, Koni 4/4s, Watts Link ARH LTs, ARH catted Y, SLP catback with Dual/Dual Muffler, SLP CME and Valance OE Wheels Machined Face C5 DDs, 18x10.5s, with 295/35-18s on all 4 corners! 352rwhp and 366rwtq

10-12-2014, 08:53 PM	#2
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,811	ADM units cannot be used without a tune. Race ADM cold air removes the washer bottle and includes a scoop for best flow. It is the one I use. Honestly, they are all good units. __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

10-13-2014, 01:28 PM	#3
vatechguy3 Drives: 2014 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Virginia Posts: 493	why do you need a tune with the ADM street CAIs?? tony __________________ 2014 ZL1 M6 Bone stock, for now! 2001 Z28 M6 !cags, !air, FTP 85mm Lid, Z06 85mm MAF, P&P TB !4x4, Strano Springs, Strano Sways, Koni 4/4s, Watts Link ARH LTs, ARH catted Y, SLP catback with Dual/Dual Muffler, SLP CME and Valance OE Wheels Machined Face C5 DDs, 18x10.5s, with 295/35-18s on all 4 corners! 352rwhp and 366rwtq

10-13-2014, 03:14 PM	#4
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,811	the airflow calibrations are way off with the ADM units without a tune and tuning recalibrates the MAF for proper fueling. The Roto Fab unit can be used without a tune because of the design. __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

10-13-2014, 03:45 PM	#5
vatechguy3 Drives: 2014 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Virginia Posts: 493	does the ADM unit offer an HP or TQ advantage over the rotofab? thanks tony __________________ 2014 ZL1 M6 Bone stock, for now! 2001 Z28 M6 !cags, !air, FTP 85mm Lid, Z06 85mm MAF, P&P TB !4x4, Strano Springs, Strano Sways, Koni 4/4s, Watts Link ARH LTs, ARH catted Y, SLP catback with Dual/Dual Muffler, SLP CME and Valance OE Wheels Machined Face C5 DDs, 18x10.5s, with 295/35-18s on all 4 corners! 352rwhp and 366rwtq

10-14-2014, 10:00 AM	#7
benji276289 Drives: 2021 Camaro 2SS1LE, 6 spd.man., Ora Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Roanoke County, Va. Posts: 1,154	vatechguy3....you got any citations yet on I-81? I'd be afraid to have that much power and a potential Virginia jail sentence.

10-14-2014, 10:14 AM	#8
tnspd Drives: 18 Camaro ZL1 1LE (WILSON) Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: N.C. Posts: 1,340	I have used both ADM street and CAI. Both closed lid systems. Both are good. The CAI unit is easier to get into. It only has 3 quick turn screws to get the top off. The ADM unit has about 10 screws you need an allen wrench to get the screws off. I currently have the CAI one due to the ease of geting the lid off. __________________ Camaro South Hot Cars and Hospitality on FB camarosouth@hotmail.com

10-14-2014, 06:27 PM	#11
tnspd Drives: 18 Camaro ZL1 1LE (WILSON) Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: N.C. Posts: 1,340	Yes I did Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk __________________ Camaro South Hot Cars and Hospitality on FB camarosouth@hotmail.com

10-14-2014, 06:42 PM	#12
revobasher Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Blaine, MN Posts: 552	Rotofab for sure. Their product is very nice and customer service is exceptional in my dealings thus far. And no tune needed. __________________ -- 2013 ZL1 - Blue Ray Metallic JDP 850 Package 740hp/700tq @14lbs on E85 Build Thread

10-15-2014, 07:56 AM	#13
tnspd Drives: 18 Camaro ZL1 1LE (WILSON) Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: N.C. Posts: 1,340	The CAI unit does not require you to get a tune...... __________________ Camaro South Hot Cars and Hospitality on FB camarosouth@hotmail.com

10-15-2014, 09:44 AM	#14
zbzo6 Drives: chevy corvette Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Nebraska Posts: 77	Is it possible or has anyone ever tried modifying the stock airbox to help improve airflow.