Random Intake Idea
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Random Intake Idea
How feasible would it be to somehow try and make a code3 style intake on SL55 splitter? I know it is a y- splitter as opposed to the t- splitter on the C32, but what do you think of somehow making some squarish or circular "cuts" on the y-splitter on each side near where it goes into the TB and somehow fabricating a bracket or something that could hold little filters in place?
I miss the Code3 sound and I am thinking how I can get it back lol.......I just dont think this is a) very feasible and b) i think that if these cuts are made where i propose them, turbulence might increase or air might flow out the filter, either resulting in power loss? I think the code3 intake was strategically placed to prohibit this.........thoughts guys?
I miss the Code3 sound and I am thinking how I can get it back lol.......I just dont think this is a) very feasible and b) i think that if these cuts are made where i propose them, turbulence might increase or air might flow out the filter, either resulting in power loss? I think the code3 intake was strategically placed to prohibit this.........thoughts guys?
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would it be just easier to try to find a 3'' pvc T connector? Make it a side ways T and have the top part connect to the SL Y and the bottom part connect to the intake manifold and have the side opening with a aem style filter.
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How feasible would it be to somehow try and make a code3 style intake on SL55 splitter? I know it is a y- splitter as opposed to the t- splitter on the C32, but what do you think of somehow making some squarish or circular "cuts" on the y-splitter on each side near where it goes into the TB and somehow fabricating a bracket or something that could hold little filters in place?
I miss the Code3 sound and I am thinking how I can get it back lol.......I just dont think this is a) very feasible and b) i think that if these cuts are made where i propose them, turbulence might increase or air might flow out the filter, either resulting in power loss? I think the code3 intake was strategically placed to prohibit this.........thoughts guys?
I miss the Code3 sound and I am thinking how I can get it back lol.......I just dont think this is a) very feasible and b) i think that if these cuts are made where i propose them, turbulence might increase or air might flow out the filter, either resulting in power loss? I think the code3 intake was strategically placed to prohibit this.........thoughts guys?
You did raise some valid concerns about airflow though. I can't help you there but I do know there are parts out there that do just what you described if you want to give it a go.
I can get the name of the filter things if you're seriously interested in trying it.
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The big benefit of the SL55 splitter is that it makes power up top because it flows more air and much smoother. The air that comes in your front snorkels gets pressurized in the intake system as it slows down to take turns and go through the filters. Now if you visualize a hole right in back the center of the intake(where the code-3 goes), you can imagine that a lot of the air that came in the front will go right out that hole with its velocity. The supercharger, or engine, will take what it needs as the air passes through.
Here's what I did: I constructed a DIY code3 intake(very professional looking, I might add), and I removed the weatherstripping that runs along the back part of the hood. This helps for a number of reasons(vent engine, cowl induction, cold-air source, etc...). You could also cut the metal support on the hood beneath the factory vent that sits over the throttle body. I'll install your filters when they come and hopefully this cool air from the front of the car will mix with the air the code3 intake is pulling in, and will serve to cool it even further.
A different approach than the SL55 splitter for sure. The SL55 intake should produce a better top-end, but my setup should dyno better, and produce a good midrange. I would not expect ANY code3 intake or version thereof to be better on the topend than the SL55.
Now I could build a needswings style intake, but there's no real place to put the filter(like the srt guys can go in front of the radiator) where there's cold air. Any suggestions on this one?
Here's what I did: I constructed a DIY code3 intake(very professional looking, I might add), and I removed the weatherstripping that runs along the back part of the hood. This helps for a number of reasons(vent engine, cowl induction, cold-air source, etc...). You could also cut the metal support on the hood beneath the factory vent that sits over the throttle body. I'll install your filters when they come and hopefully this cool air from the front of the car will mix with the air the code3 intake is pulling in, and will serve to cool it even further.
A different approach than the SL55 splitter for sure. The SL55 intake should produce a better top-end, but my setup should dyno better, and produce a good midrange. I would not expect ANY code3 intake or version thereof to be better on the topend than the SL55.
Now I could build a needswings style intake, but there's no real place to put the filter(like the srt guys can go in front of the radiator) where there's cold air. Any suggestions on this one?
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Here's what I did: I constructed a DIY code3 intake(very professional looking, I might add), and I removed the weatherstripping that runs along the back part of the hood. This helps for a number of reasons(vent engine, cowl induction, cold-air source, etc...). You could also cut the metal support on the hood beneath the factory vent that sits over the throttle body. I'll install your filters when they come and hopefully this cool air from the front of the car will mix with the air the code3 intake is pulling in, and will serve to cool it even further.
i have the tracking number at my house....will get it to you when i go home
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Back in my snowmobile racing days, there were all kinds of little tricks to squeeze every last bit of juice from the sled. I don't remember what they're called anymore, but there are small circular filters in various diameters (2", 3", etc.) that were very easy to use and install. You simply cut a hole in the intake wherever you wanted to put them and popped it in place. They also came with a cover so you could block them off if need be.
You did raise some valid concerns about airflow though. I can't help you there but I do know there are parts out there that do just what you described if you want to give it a go. I can get the name of the filter things if you're seriously interested in trying it.
You did raise some valid concerns about airflow though. I can't help you there but I do know there are parts out there that do just what you described if you want to give it a go.
I can get the name of the filter things if you're seriously interested in trying it.
You wont get any added hp, maybe a little more whine from the supercharger.
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C32. I just hang out on the srt forums because they seem to be more knowledgeable and willing to try new things than the mb guys. I still plan on SL55 setup when my wallet expands one day...
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I have teh normal style intake (OEM) but instead of buying code 3 filter, i made my own, Cost me mm 10.00 bucks at a hardware store. If your planing on makeing on the 55 spliter, make sure its not to small, because it will whisle ....
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lol....i dont want to make it look like swiss cheese....i'm just trying to find a way to get some more s/c noise, but obviously don't want anything to get sucked up and don't want to lose power.....the filter/s would have to be ideally placed to prevent additional turbulence or flow out of the filters...
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what would this look like? any pics or links to such a setup?
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~edit~ correction: LET intake tubes, a 3" Wye and 2" silicone 90's to be exact
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well the SL55 splitter is EXTREMELY difficult to fit.....if it is any bigger than this, i dont think there will be enough clearance to make it work
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The 3" Wye I used can be found HERE I just trimmed it down to fit a little better.
