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Old 07-16-2008, 04:54 PM   #21
Scott McClure
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Re: Official Whipple/KB/Eaton HP/TQ/mods thread:

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Originally Posted by Grey1 View Post
From the setup pic in Larry Warcup's post, it appears the KB 8psi system w/ intercooler eliminates the bottom of the scoop to make room for the supercharger housing and the intercooler coolant tank eliminates any possible duct from the scoop to the air filter.

Are there any options/kits (KB, Eaton, Whipple, etc) that keep the scoop functional? I want to keep the scoop functional since 1) air from completely outside the vehicle will be cooler than air from the fenderwell, and 2) for me at least, the functional shaker makes this car.

Thanks!
No, no options. Once you eliminate the lower half of the shaker there aren't any options. Getting cold air outside the engine compartment isn't always the answer. If I had run a CAI instead of my RAI I would have made 40 rwhp less more than likely.
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