SV: Air Filter Pontiac Fiero/Firebird

[Gustaf Ulander]

Jason!

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> Från: Jason <srgnt03 at earthlink.net>
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> 
> Uhh, I don't think that particular set-up is going to be plug-n-play.
> I'd assume the GM intake was designed w/ an airbox (I think that the
> pre-'90 TPI had a MAF sensor in the intake, and the '90+ TPI didn't, but
> what do I know...I'm a VW guy) and the K&N is a drop-in panel filter. 

That's what I was afraid of...of course I should've brought the part# for
the filter...

> 
> If you want a K&N cone filter, those can be had from Summit Racing, or
> just about any race shop or catalog. You could probably adapt a Japanese
> made (an off the shelf part) Aluminum intake to suit your needs.

Yep, but the thing is this specific filter is one of multiple choices as a
price for winning a contest...so it's for free, but the choice is limited.
Too bad.

 One
> thing to consider though...open element filters like the cone style are
> often subjected to hot air in the enging compartment. Since cold air is
> more dense than hot air, the oxygen content is greater in the same given
> volume of air...a better burn and more power output. That's the general
> theory most subscribe to. Cold air is better. 
> 
> So, most people fabricate a heat shield of some sort...or route a custom
> intake down below the car (and possibly get a ram-air benefit, but watch
> those puddles!). 

The filter will sit in front of the radiator, outside the eng. compartment,
so that's taken care of...

Thanks for your input!

//Gustaf