HELP, CAI and Birthday Issue!! - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Scott@Bjorn3D · 02-09-2010, 07:30 AM

Ok my dad sent me more money than he normally would for my birthday back on Jan 10th. I have not cashed the money and he is bugging me. He told me he wanted me to do something for me and not spend it on doctor bills. So I told him I would get a CAI. I was on a list to beta test a Vararam but that never happend so I can't show him that and say it is what I spent the money.

So I need recommendations on the best CAI I can get that will not require a tune. I just finished a computer repair network on the side and got some extra money last night I can add to it if need be. But I really need advice on the best performance for the dollar.

He also wants me to do something soon with pictures to prove I did it or would like the extra money over normal he sends sent back. He really wants me to do something for me.

So any advice would be great.

Thanks

Scott

Russell James · 02-09-2010, 07:44 AM

I've never seen anyone unhappy with a Halltech. I had one for a Vette and plan on getting one for my Camaro. They do a lot of work to make sure the MAF reads right and won't set codes.

hrpiii · 02-09-2010, 08:09 AM

Halltech, RotoFab, AirRaid.. I don't think you would be disappointed with either of those.

bpoirier · 02-09-2010, 08:58 AM

I have an ADM CAI and I think it has the cleanest installation of any I've seen.

SSOOCH · 02-09-2010, 09:00 AM

I'm really liking my Airaid!!

Crowley · 02-09-2010, 09:07 AM

I vote ADM as well. I like what they did with their CAI.

Crowley

hypurone · 02-09-2010, 09:55 AM

I submit the C.A.I unit as the best candidate.

Ted Jannetty did a bunch of testing and there is a spreadsheet around here somewhere. It tied for the lowest IAT's, had the best "no tune" HP numbers and it fits perfectly. The box is insulated on the inside and the tube is ceramic coated inside and out.

Although it may be a bit tough to find as they are selling like hotcakes and hard to find in stock....

2010 2-Tone · 02-09-2010, 09:59 AM

Absolutly get with Andy and get you a ADM cai. IMO it is the best looking one on the market and the gain is very good. I wouldn't take any other even if it was free!

SicSix6 · 02-09-2010, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hrpiii

Halltech, RotoFab. I don't think you would be disappointed with either of those.

Iwantone2 · 02-09-2010, 10:02 AM

CAI Inc. is what I have on my L99...I can feel a difference and it made my tires break loose! That's just me though, but I highly recommend it!

navyblueSS · 02-09-2010, 10:02 AM

I went with the Halltech and have been very happy with it.

Scott@Bjorn3D · 02-09-2010, 10:05 AM

I have a company that contacted me to look at theirs and do a write up on it. So I think I am going to give that one a shot.

caper · 02-09-2010, 11:06 AM

i wouldnt mind a company doing that for me!!!! if said company feels like having 2 opinions on here, hit me up! lol. pretty sure i am pullin the truigger on a CAI soon as well.

Partick · 02-09-2010, 11:11 AM

I'm very happy with the Roto-Fab, easy install, looks great and a very noticable improvement in how the car runs. Also gives it a throaty growl under acceleration.

But like others have said you will probably be really happy with just about any one of them...good luck

02-09-2010, 07:30 AM	#1
Scott@Bjorn3D Drives: Kami, 2013 2SS LS3 Luvin Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Eufaula, Alabama Posts: 6,427	HELP, CAI and Birthday Issue!! Ok my dad sent me more money than he normally would for my birthday back on Jan 10th. I have not cashed the money and he is bugging me. He told me he wanted me to do something for me and not spend it on doctor bills. So I told him I would get a CAI. I was on a list to beta test a Vararam but that never happend so I can't show him that and say it is what I spent the money. So I need recommendations on the best CAI I can get that will not require a tune. I just finished a computer repair network on the side and got some extra money last night I can add to it if need be. But I really need advice on the best performance for the dollar. He also wants me to do something soon with pictures to prove I did it or would like the extra money over normal he sends sent back. He really wants me to do something for me. So any advice would be great. Thanks Scott

02-09-2010, 09:00 AM	#5
SSOOCH Camaro SL,UTs Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS #16429 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Jordan, UT Posts: 7,357 View My Garage	I'm really liking my Airaid!! __________________

02-09-2010, 09:07 AM	#6
Crowley Okie doke Drives: 2012 GT500 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: McKinney Texas Posts: 3,567 View My Garage	I vote ADM as well. I like what they did with their CAI. Crowley __________________

02-09-2010, 09:55 AM	#7
hypurone I'm not totally useless.. Drives: ... Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ... Posts: 2,008 View My Garage	C.A.I FTW I submit the C.A.I unit as the best candidate. Ted Jannetty did a bunch of testing and there is a spreadsheet around here somewhere. It tied for the lowest IAT's, had the best "no tune" HP numbers and it fits perfectly. The box is insulated on the inside and the tube is ceramic coated inside and out. Although it may be a bit tough to find as they are selling like hotcakes and hard to find in stock.... __________________ "You were really flyin' when I passed you back there!" - Born on 10/05/09 MyCamaroBuildInfo

02-09-2010, 10:02 AM	#10
Iwantone2 Voice Of The Voiceless Drives: CGM 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: OC Cali Posts: 9,610 View My Garage	CAI Inc. is what I have on my L99...I can feel a difference and it made my tires break loose! That's just me though, but I highly recommend it! __________________

02-09-2010, 07:44 AM	#2
Russell James Drives: '15 SS 1LE, '69 Z28 drag car Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mich Posts: 4,482	I've never seen anyone unhappy with a Halltech. I had one for a Vette and plan on getting one for my Camaro. They do a lot of work to make sure the MAF reads right and won't set codes.

02-09-2010, 08:09 AM	#3
hrpiii AKA "Beefcake" Drives: 2023 ZL1 Sharkskin Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Indy Posts: 8,573	Halltech, RotoFab, AirRaid.. I don't think you would be disappointed with either of those.

02-09-2010, 08:58 AM	#4
bpoirier Drives: 2SS/RS IOM CGM Stripes Join Date: May 2009 Location: Haughton, LA Posts: 931	I have an ADM CAI and I think it has the cleanest installation of any I've seen.

02-09-2010, 09:59 AM	#8
2010 2-Tone Drives: 2010 RY 2SS with Custom Stripes Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Jennings, La. Posts: 2,220 View My Garage	Absolutly get with Andy and get you a ADM cai. IMO it is the best looking one on the market and the gain is very good. I wouldn't take any other even if it was free!

02-09-2010, 10:02 AM	#11
navyblueSS Drives: 2002 Camaro SS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Quitman, LA Posts: 609	I went with the Halltech and have been very happy with it. __________________ 2015 1LE - CAI intake, TSP longtubes, NPP, Futral Motorsports tuned, BMR 1"lowering springs, BMR trailing arms

02-09-2010, 10:05 AM	#12
Scott@Bjorn3D Drives: Kami, 2013 2SS LS3 Luvin Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Eufaula, Alabama Posts: 6,427	I have a company that contacted me to look at theirs and do a write up on it. So I think I am going to give that one a shot.

02-09-2010, 11:06 AM	#13
caper Drives: 2010 IOM 2ss/RS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: SoCal, I.E. Posts: 1,546	i wouldnt mind a company doing that for me!!!! if said company feels like having 2 opinions on here, hit me up! lol. pretty sure i am pullin the truigger on a CAI soon as well.

02-09-2010, 11:11 AM	#14
Partick Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 958	I'm very happy with the Roto-Fab, easy install, looks great and a very noticable improvement in how the car runs. Also gives it a throaty growl under acceleration. But like others have said you will probably be really happy with just about any one of them...good luck