The Renntech Intake Review
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I have the version 1 intake, the version 2 is the picture you posted. The shape and MAF location are different from the one I have.
I don't believe Renntech has updated the pictures on there sight to reflect the new design.
The version I have is a 1 piece design. I haven't thrown any codes etc.
From Petro's testing, the Renntech box also makes more power compared to the Carbonio.
I don't believe Renntech has updated the pictures on there sight to reflect the new design.
The version I have is a 1 piece design. I haven't thrown any codes etc.
Interesting design for the version 1 intake.....assuming intake capacity increased on that one similar to mode carbon pitch. Possibly threw too many cel lights. Maf position also changed on v2 so it's possibly an airflow design change. Is the v1 a two piece design or a one piece like v2?
From Petro's testing, the Renntech box also makes more power compared to the Carbonio.
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but how is it going with your CELs since you are running ROW?
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Well theses pictures are old so that is why i believe the one you have are the V2 and only available CF intakes from Renntech. My guess is the V1 design was abandoned at some point. A shame Mike @ Renntech doesn't chime in
but how is it going with your CELs since you are running ROW?
but how is it going with your CELs since you are running ROW?
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No cel lights anymore after removing the carbonio. Upon removing the maf I noticed the seal didn't look too healthy so maybe leaking there. I think wear and tear finally caused issues after using it a year without any problems. Plan to permanently seal the old Mafs to the carbonio with silicone to test it. Miss the grunt and smoothness of the box but am beginning to like punchy feel these rows produce. Idling way better with the rows vs carbonio.
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Sorry guys I am waiting on the correct answer from the boss on the V1 and V2. I am new here and do not want to give any wrong info.
Well theses pictures are old so that is why i believe the one you have are the V2 and only available CF intakes from Renntech. My guess is the V1 design was abandoned at some point. A shame Mike @ Renntech doesn't chime in
but how is it going with your CELs since you are running ROW?
but how is it going with your CELs since you are running ROW?
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Thanks for the reply...did you guys get my previous emails and pm's sent? Was running into issues a few weeks ago. I am planning for a permanent fix to be honest vs just the gaskets. I am aware of the gaskets and will review if this is an option or if I am looking for something permanent. Please review my prior pm's and support emails I sent here and direct to the company. I have also contacted vivid racing to reach out to you but have yet to hear a response from anyone. Thank you
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Sroc your list of mods look great! Please post pics, would love to see it.
What are you hoping to achieve? if you are simply looking to make more power / tq, this may not be high on your priority list. Unless you already have the other bolt on mods available for our cars.
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Very nice, congrats! Didn't someone here do a "dyno test" on the RENNtech intake? IIRC they saw a reasonable increase in power although the average dyno setup using a few fans doesn't come remotely close to simulating real world at-speed air velocities. I too think the look would be vastly improved with a CF front cover. Maybe someone (Boca?) makes one already that would be a good match for the RENNtech piece from the quality standpoint.
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Gents,
Just a heads up, I managed to get the car out to the dyno. Put down 419 WHP and 395 lbft tq on a stock tune. I am convinced the Renntech box makes good power.
Attached is the dyno graph.
Just a heads up, I managed to get the car out to the dyno. Put down 419 WHP and 395 lbft tq on a stock tune. I am convinced the Renntech box makes good power.
Attached is the dyno graph.
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It is genuine, There are 2 different version of this intake. The MAF locations are a bit different on them.
As for fitting the intake, its compression fit. Not cutting or modification is required.
As for fitting the intake, its compression fit. Not cutting or modification is required.
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Im sure the Carbonio is nice, different strokes for different folks I guess.
Factory seal is removed and replaced by the renntech seal.
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I'm downing the Renntech piece at all. And you're right different strokes....... I was just voicing my opinion and like the entire CF piece(or 3 as it were). And same with Carbonio, seal is replaced along with filters.
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Kriston -- thank you for taking the time to do this! For what it’s worth, I had one on my previous C55 and did some back to back dyno testing against the stock airbox. The Renntech airbox consistently showed about a 6-8 rwhp/tq gain for me everytime – same day, same dyno, same operator..
https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c...dent-dyno.html
Any plans to get a tune for it?
https://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c...dent-dyno.html
Any plans to get a tune for it?
