1st Generation Specific 1979-1985 Discussion

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Old Dec 2, 2006 | 10:17 AM
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so with this flex pipe i have im thinkin i can run a real cheap ram air system on my 7, anyone done this or have advice? thanks
Old Dec 2, 2006 | 06:05 PM
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PBC piping?
Old Dec 3, 2006 | 07:50 AM
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From what I've seen ram air as forced induction doesn't really work unless you're doing over 100mph, otherwise it's hard to get the air calm enough to merit the small gain in pressure. Ducting cold air is a good idea though.
Old Dec 4, 2006 | 10:06 AM
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yeah you can run that duct to the radiator side panel thing
Old Dec 4, 2006 | 03:37 PM
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http://www.mazspeed.com/coldairintake.htm
Old Dec 4, 2006 | 09:28 PM
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Originally Posted by 12arotaryboy23' post='847902' date='Dec 4 2006, 01:37 PM


wow hahaha, thats EXACTLY what were plannin on doin, thanks, how much did it help?
Old Dec 4, 2006 | 11:53 PM
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lol. glad I could help! I didn't actually do it. Just remmebered reading it somewhere... I put a Holley on mine! Actually regretting not doing the 13B swap instead of hopping my 12a... but w/e. I'll live.
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