Ford vs Chevy Build-up - Page 23

HandOverFist · 01-28-2015, 11:29 AM

After studying the rule book I decided to nix any future tech problems concerning a cold air kit by just using the factory air box and associated duct work. Just not sure the aftermarket plumbing would pass scrutiny.

HandOverFist · 01-30-2015, 10:37 PM

Spent the afternoon trying to figure out the mass of wiring in the engine bay...what a wad. Got the brakes bled...going to try to finish the wiring under the console tm and get out of the interior for good. I'm just hoping when I put a battery back in it the top will go back up lol.

JHeath · 01-31-2015, 12:08 AM

You can get rid of the air box and hose and use a K&N cone filter.

HandOverFist · 01-31-2015, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JHeath

You can get rid of the air box and hose and use a K&N cone filter.

But will it draw more heated air that way?

west coast · 02-02-2015, 04:28 PM

Hey Rich those rockers are done by Comp, that is what I use on my motors had some issues with the broaching in the adjuster the allen wrench part and Ford sent me a new set. Have used other rockers but these are the best I have used, not a lot of manufactures make pedestal rockers that are adjustable. I paid 209 for my last sets I bought. Have you or anybody heard of people getting hassled on there intake tubes. most cold air kits draw air from the same place as the stock air box, from inside the right front fender. You can lose about 12lbs on your steering wheel for very little money by a grant steering wheel and adapter kit, I think I was only into mine about $60. Love the thread.

HandOverFist · 02-03-2015, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by west coast

Hey Rich those rockers are done by Comp, that is what I use on my motors had some issues with the broaching in the adjuster the allen wrench part and Ford sent me a new set. Have used other rockers but these are the best I have used, not a lot of manufactures make pedestal rockers that are adjustable. I paid 209 for my last sets I bought. Have you or anybody heard of people getting hassled on there intake tubes. most cold air kits draw air from the same place as the stock air box, from inside the right front fender. You can lose about 12lbs on your steering wheel for very little money by a grant steering wheel and adapter kit, I think I was only into mine about $60. Love the thread.

I was concerned about using non-stock ducting...using the factory pieces I suppose it is a cold air set-up of sorts.

If I do anything at all with the steering wheel it will be removable like the one in the Camaro...sure eases entry.

GTOMayhem · 02-03-2015, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by HandOverFist

I was concerned about using non-stock ducting...using the factory pieces I suppose it is a cold air set-up of sorts.

If I do anything at all with the steering wheel it will be removable like the one in the Camaro...sure eases entry.

I was wondering about the stock intake ducting, also. Seems like the rules are up for interpretation. Any one have some clarification?

Rick Thomason
GTOMayhem

Mark Yacavone · 02-03-2015, 03:16 PM

I'm wondering about this air ducting thing too.
It seems anything before the MAF is okay, or nothing there is okay too.
But if the original deal starts out behind the headlights, is that as far forward as you go with a hose? Or can you run the hose down under the front?
I assume that would be considered ram air and not allowed.

Anybody with any real time and space NHRA Stock/ Super Stock experience or rulings on this?

7423 · 02-03-2015, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Mark Yacavone

I'm wondering about this air ducting thing too.
It seems anything before the MAF is okay, or nothing there is okay too.
But if the original deal starts out behind the headlights, is that as far forward as you go with a hose? Or can you run the hose down under the front?
I assume that would be considered ram air and not allowed.

Anybody with any real time and space NHRA Stock/ Super Stock experience or rulings on this?

If you talk to 5 tech people you will get 5 different answers.
Ask me how I know that.
Granted, I have only been to about a dozen div and national events with my car, but nothing from the throttle body forward is stock. No one has ever had a negative comment about. Airbox and tube has been replaced by a 4" OD aluminum 2 piece tube with the MAF in the middle. Clamp on filter is in the apron.

HandOverFist · 02-03-2015, 05:32 PM

I figured my solution would be beyond question...everything is as factory produced.

01-28-2015, 11:29 AM	#221
HandOverFist VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Gulf Breeze, FL Posts: 1,651 Likes: 8 Liked 33 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up After studying the rule book I decided to nix any future tech problems concerning a cold air kit by just using the factory air box and associated duct work. Just not sure the aftermarket plumbing would pass scrutiny. __________________ Rich Taylor I/SA - 321

01-30-2015, 10:37 PM	#222
HandOverFist VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Gulf Breeze, FL Posts: 1,651 Likes: 8 Liked 33 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up Spent the afternoon trying to figure out the mass of wiring in the engine bay...what a wad. Got the brakes bled...going to try to finish the wiring under the console tm and get out of the interior for good. I'm just hoping when I put a battery back in it the top will go back up lol. __________________ Rich Taylor I/SA - 321

01-31-2015, 12:08 AM	#223
JHeath Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 786 Likes: 2,876 Liked 370 Times in 101 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up You can get rid of the air box and hose and use a K&N cone filter. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Jerry Heath I/S '93 Cobra FS/J 2010 Mustang "Ebay CJ"

02-02-2015, 04:28 PM	#225
west coast Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Rainy Washington Posts: 609 Likes: 12 Liked 223 Times in 73 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up Hey Rich those rockers are done by Comp, that is what I use on my motors had some issues with the broaching in the adjuster the allen wrench part and Ford sent me a new set. Have used other rockers but these are the best I have used, not a lot of manufactures make pedestal rockers that are adjustable. I paid 209 for my last sets I bought. Have you or anybody heard of people getting hassled on there intake tubes. most cold air kits draw air from the same place as the stock air box, from inside the right front fender. You can lose about 12lbs on your steering wheel for very little money by a grant steering wheel and adapter kit, I think I was only into mine about $60. Love the thread. __________________ James Boyce 6052 K/SA Stock National record holder 2015,2018,2 times in 2022,2023

02-03-2015, 03:16 PM	#228
Mark Yacavone Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Miles From Nowhere Posts: 7,819 Likes: 2,910 Liked 5,127 Times in 1,955 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up I'm wondering about this air ducting thing too. It seems anything before the MAF is okay, or nothing there is okay too. But if the original deal starts out behind the headlights, is that as far forward as you go with a hose? Or can you run the hose down under the front? I assume that would be considered ram air and not allowed. Anybody with any real time and space NHRA Stock/ Super Stock experience or rulings on this? __________________ "We are lucky we don't get as much Government as we pay for." Will Rogers

02-03-2015, 05:32 PM	#230
HandOverFist VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Gulf Breeze, FL Posts: 1,651 Likes: 8 Liked 33 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Ford vs Chevy Build-up I figured my solution would be beyond question...everything is as factory produced. __________________ Rich Taylor I/SA - 321