Who makes overall BEST

2k2TahoeSS · August 6, 2002

comments and wisdom appreciated.

Ben

gmcjoe · August 8, 2002

I don't think any one of those is really 'the best'. There was a guy with a 13 second Silverado (Darren) who had dyno numbers on his webpage. He found a 4.4HP increase with the K&N FIPK over the Airraid setup.

Since then, other 'closed' systems (UPD & Volant) have become popular.

I prefer the open setup K&N offers, then again, I don't drive through many dirty/dusty conditions. If I did, I would probably get one of the closed systems.

My $.02

2k2TahoeSS · August 8, 2002

yeah, i want an open setup. My friend just got a pro-comp intake. Was recomended by local shop over airrade. Any words of wisdom about Pro-comp INTAKE?

Axxlrod · August 8, 2002

I am going to go with the Volant. I am tempted by the K&N, but hearing about water getting into the intake because it is an open system concerns me. I own a car wash, so my Tahoe will be getting wet almost daily. Besides I think the Volant looks very cool. I think I will also add the PowerAid throttle body spacer. A lot of people say it doesn't really work, but for $95, I'll take that risk. Exhaust will be next, but I really don't want any increase in sound or vibration.

MarkD · August 8, 2002

I have the K&N and I am happy with it. I love the 4 barrel sound at WOT. I have had NO problems with water. The truck is washed every other day (under the hood once a week).

I would feel comfortable going with the Volant, K&N, or most of the others. The differences in performance between them can't be more than 2-3 hp.

gmcjoe · August 8, 2002

I agree with Mark about the K&N and water issue. I wash my truck often, although not as often as Mark ;) , and have driven through many rainstorms with no problems.