I'm currently working on having 4" stainless pipe custom bent on both sides. The passenger side will retain it's current path to the side of the rad. The driver's side will come around the front and also exit via the side of the rad. I've changed to a stainless/flexible rad hose and don't have A/C so the space is there and it seems feasible. That is the plan anyways. I'm just not comfortable with the driver's side winding it's way through the engine compartment the way it does, especially if that lower tube were to ever catch on a road hazard. What A Mess!! As far as gains the system has been excellent on my R/T. Gained a little low end but noticed a big top end difference. Can't wait to get a TB on there. Haven't dynoed it yet but feels substantial (ie. 20 - 30hp) I'll let you know the results once I finish.
Ryan K
'99 R/T RC
Bob Tom wrote:
RyanWhat I'm trying to do (like most others, I imagine) is to
get more and colder air into the throttle body.The ram air type system is one option.
What I saw in the pictures was that the air duct on the
passenger side ran directly to the left of the radiator
(that's good). The one on the driver side went down and
towards the firewall a bit (to clear parts) and then came
towards the front where it was mounted to the right and
below the license plate holder (that's the one that concerns
me).Were there any crimps in the duct as it wound it's way
to the front? How much clearance to the ground was there
as it came forward. In my case, I have a grille guard on
which is an inch or two lower than the front facia.Finally, beyond looking super, did you notice any performance
improvements with the system.Any feedback would be most appreciated and if I decide on this
type of system, I'll, no doubt, be asking for any tips you may
have in the installation.Thanks
B.Tom
P.S. Sorry for the delayed response. My e-mail software cannot read
your messages and converts them. I have to drop out of Windows and
read them in DOS. Unfortunately, it also the formatting codes embedded
with the message.
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