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2010_camaro · 08-29-2012, 01:07 AM

Ok so today I did my relocation of my IAT (Intake Air Temp). I think I have about 25-30 bucks in the whole thing. Rather simple to do.
In the pictures, that I hope post, you can see a difference in temp. I had the car running for a few mins with the hood shut. So in just a few mins you can see the temp difference.

booger78z28 · 08-29-2012, 08:13 AM

what is the purpose of this?

hapisok · 08-29-2012, 08:24 AM

im sure there are other benefits, but one of the reasons for doing this is the ability to reduce having timing pulled due to an increase in engine temps. possibly help advance timing as well.

OP...nice write up btw.

scrming · 08-29-2012, 10:57 AM

Well done!

GoPaul · 08-29-2012, 10:59 AM

would love to see someone do this with the Vararam.

MagnumForceGB · 08-29-2012, 11:29 AM

Looks good. Tempted to try this on my CAI Inc Intake, headers put too much heat in the engine bay.

Forte · 08-29-2012, 11:44 AM

Sorry i'm new to this one, what exactly does this effect and what are the pros/cons?

2010_camaro · 08-29-2012, 05:44 PM

Thanks guys. It was rather easy to do. To answer a few questions. I did this because after the motor warms up to full temp the IAT will read higher Intake temps than what their really is. The reason for this is due to heat soak. So in moving the IAT to a cooler spot you get a much better reading of the air temp coming into the engine with out interference of unwanted heat from the engine bay. I think I have 25 bucks in this mod.

2010_camaro · 08-29-2012, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by GoPaul

would love to see someone do this with the Vararam.

If I had one here I could do it.

MagnumForceGB · 08-29-2012, 08:43 PM

I got the sensor today at O'Rielly, but I have to wait till tomorrow to pick up the pigtail. Did you put sealant around the sensor? I used a 1/2 inch drill bit and the sensor fit tightly in there.

usa1camaro1969 · 08-29-2012, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MagnumForceGB

I got the sensor today at O'Rielly, but I have to wait till tomorrow to pick up the pigtail. Did you put sealant around the sensor? I used a 1/2 inch drill bit and the sensor fit tightly in there.

You could use a rubber grommet, but I wouldn't seal it up with rtv. I have this done on my Vararam, and the only question really is where you would like to put the sensor.
I do believe Scrmng did this a few years back. The cooler air the IAT reads, the less timing is pulled.

mydreamcar · 08-30-2012, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by usa1camaro1969

You could use a rubber grommet, but I wouldn't seal it up with rtv. I have this done on my Vararam, and the only question really is where you would like to put the sensor.
I do believe Scrmng did this a few years back. The cooler air the IAT reads, the less timing is pulled.

Where did you do it on the vararam . where did you set up the seperate IAT sensor. can't seem to find a suitable place

GoPaul · 08-30-2012, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by usa1camaro1969

You could use a rubber grommet, but I wouldn't seal it up with rtv. I have this done on my Vararam, and the only question really is where you would like to put the sensor.
I do believe Scrmng did this a few years back. The cooler air the IAT reads, the less timing is pulled.

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Originally Posted by mydreamcar

Where did you do it on the vararam . where did you set up the seperate IAT sensor. can't seem to find a suitable place

yep, what he said - any install instructions that you wouldn't mind sharing on doing this on your Vararam would be much appreciated.

2010camarolt · 08-30-2012, 11:27 AM

can some1 do a diy for this

08-29-2012, 01:07 AM	#1
2010_camaro Drives: 2014 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2011 Location: Florence, KY Posts: 2,238 View My Garage	So I relocated my IAT. Ok so today I did my relocation of my IAT (Intake Air Temp). I think I have about 25-30 bucks in the whole thing. Rather simple to do. In the pictures, that I hope post, you can see a difference in temp. I had the car running for a few mins with the hood shut. So in just a few mins you can see the temp difference. Attached Images

08-29-2012, 08:13 AM	#2
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08-29-2012, 08:24 AM	#3
hapisok crazier than a coconut Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: virginia Posts: 1,547	im sure there are other benefits, but one of the reasons for doing this is the ability to reduce having timing pulled due to an increase in engine temps. possibly help advance timing as well. OP...nice write up btw. __________________

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08-29-2012, 10:59 AM	#5
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08-29-2012, 11:29 AM	#6
MagnumForceGB Drives: Fastest 2010 Camaro V6 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Newcastle, OK Posts: 3,571 View My Garage	Looks good. Tempted to try this on my CAI Inc Intake, headers put too much heat in the engine bay. __________________ Camaro V6 = 11.268 @ 120.11

08-29-2012, 11:44 AM	#7
Forte Drives: 2011 2LT/RS CGM W/ Black Stripes Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Madera, CA Posts: 598	Sorry i'm new to this one, what exactly does this effect and what are the pros/cons?

08-29-2012, 05:44 PM	#8
2010_camaro Drives: 2014 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2011 Location: Florence, KY Posts: 2,238 View My Garage	Thanks guys. It was rather easy to do. To answer a few questions. I did this because after the motor warms up to full temp the IAT will read higher Intake temps than what their really is. The reason for this is due to heat soak. So in moving the IAT to a cooler spot you get a much better reading of the air temp coming into the engine with out interference of unwanted heat from the engine bay. I think I have 25 bucks in this mod. __________________ MODS 6.0 forged iron block, TH400, B&M shifter, DSS axles & driveshaft, Viking / BMR suspension, Full custom fuel system with cell, Twin 76mm teriyaki tornados on 24lbs. https://www.instagram.com/whoopa_ss/

08-29-2012, 08:43 PM	#10
MagnumForceGB Drives: Fastest 2010 Camaro V6 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Newcastle, OK Posts: 3,571 View My Garage	I got the sensor today at O'Rielly, but I have to wait till tomorrow to pick up the pigtail. Did you put sealant around the sensor? I used a 1/2 inch drill bit and the sensor fit tightly in there. __________________ Camaro V6 = 11.268 @ 120.11

08-30-2012, 11:27 AM	#14
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