Does K&N intake require a tune? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

gtothep123 · 02-01-2010, 09:28 PM

Hey everyone, I want to do some performance mods to the Camaro, and I was thinking of a cold air intake. Now.. from what I understand, some intakes do not require a tune to function properly. So, what I need to know is if this intake needs a tune K & N Air Intake.

Thanks

2010SSRSM6 · 02-01-2010, 09:30 PM

depends. Honestly that isn't what you wanted to hear, but I've seen it go both ways with the K&N Kit. A couple of guy's had to get tunes and others did not. All 4 cars were bone stock when they got the intake done for K&N testing.

Russell James · 02-01-2010, 09:37 PM

If no tune is one of your main wishes, here is a good one to look at:

http://www.halltechsystems.com/product_p/yj440.htm

I know they do a lot of work to make sure the MAF reads right and doesn't set codes and lights.

I had a Halltech intake on a Corvette and it worked great, will probably be getting one soon for my SS.

gtothep123 · 02-01-2010, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 2010SSRSM6

depends. Honestly that isn't what you wanted to hear, but I've seen it go both ways with the K&N Kit. A couple of guy's had to get tunes and others did not. All 4 cars were bone stock when they got the intake done for K&N testing.

So do you recommend I get it? And what happened to those guys whose car needed a tune, did they get like a check engine light?

gtothep123 · 02-01-2010, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Russell James

If no tune is one of your main wishes, here is a good one to look at:

http://www.halltechsystems.com/product_p/yj440.htm

I know they do a lot of work to make sure the MAF reads right and doesn't set codes and lights.

I had a Halltech intake on a Corvette and it worked great, will probably be getting one soon for my SS.

Is this the link for the Camaro one Camaro CAI ? And also, is there any installation guides available for this? Is it hard to install?

*mlee* · 02-01-2010, 09:53 PM

To answer your question... that CAI does NOT require a tune...

gtothep123 · 02-01-2010, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by mlee

To answer your question... that CAI does NOT require a tune...

The K & N or the Halltech?

*mlee* · 02-01-2010, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by gtothep123

The K & N or the Halltech?

Either one...

axis · 02-01-2010, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by gtothep123

The K & N or the Halltech?

I haven't heard one way or the other on the K&N, I know for a fact that the Halltech doesn't require one. I have one and love it. Easy install and noticeable gains. Call Jim at the shop to see if they have any in stock.

Russell James · 02-02-2010, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by gtothep123

Is this the link for the Camaro one Camaro CAI ? And also, is there any installation guides available for this? Is it hard to install?

Yes that is it. The Camaro Yellow Jacket. Looks like a very easy install.
The stuff I have bought for Corvettes from them has always been top notch, they pay attention to the details and make sure it works.

2010 SSRS · 02-02-2010, 07:40 AM

The k&N CAI looks awesome.

Badbubba · 02-02-2010, 08:13 PM

I'm interested in a cai, i hope there are a lot of replies to this K&N. It's time for a decision on which one to get, there are already enough out there. Hoping to add a ZEX nitrous as well to compliment the cai.

ChevyCamaro10 · 02-02-2010, 10:14 PM

I wouldn't think you need a tune for a cold air intake. You could probably advance the timing anyways though...

02-01-2010, 09:28 PM	#1
gtothep123 Drives: 2010 Summit White Camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Phoenix Posts: 35	Does K&N intake require a tune? Hey everyone, I want to do some performance mods to the Camaro, and I was thinking of a cold air intake. Now.. from what I understand, some intakes do not require a tune to function properly. So, what I need to know is if this intake needs a tune K & N Air Intake. Thanks

02-01-2010, 09:30 PM	#2
2010SSRSM6 Drives: My wife crazy with my C5 usage. Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: DFW Posts: 6,553 View My Garage	depends. Honestly that isn't what you wanted to hear, but I've seen it go both ways with the K&N Kit. A couple of guy's had to get tunes and others did not. All 4 cars were bone stock when they got the intake done for K&N testing. __________________ UNDER CONSTRUCTION......again......

02-01-2010, 09:53 PM	#6
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,996 View My Garage	To answer your question... that CAI does NOT require a tune... __________________

02-02-2010, 08:13 PM	#12
Badbubba GrINned & JUICEd Drives: 15STI, 10Expy, 10 2SS/RS M6, 47KB1 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,251	I'm interested in a cai, i hope there are a lot of replies to this K&N. It's time for a decision on which one to get, there are already enough out there. Hoping to add a ZEX nitrous as well to compliment the cai. __________________ GPI SS3 Cam & stuff,N.O. Plate(dedicated fuel tank,progressive,fuel hose upgrade,remote opener,heater,console switches),LNC2000,CTAP,ARH 1 7/8" LTs/gutted cats/X pipe/mufflers,Jet Hot coated LTs,GPI HPT Tune,CAI, Scoop,Rx Catch Can,Gates heater hose relocation, Remote clutch & auto brake res,Metco loop,Momentum Tunnel Brace,TSW Nurb 18",555 & 05,Pfadt trailing arms & toe rods,Autometer WB,Fesler Pillar Pod,LED strips (int),Lloyds floor & trunk mats,LED DRL/front turn & license plate,DRL harness,VLEDs tail lights,Plasticoat Bowties. Ord: Oct 5, 2009 Rec: Nov 19, 2009 13.17@112.6 stock

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Russell James Drives: '15 SS 1LE, '69 Z28 drag car Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mich Posts: 4,482	If no tune is one of your main wishes, here is a good one to look at: http://www.halltechsystems.com/product_p/yj440.htm I know they do a lot of work to make sure the MAF reads right and doesn't set codes and lights. I had a Halltech intake on a Corvette and it worked great, will probably be getting one soon for my SS.

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