I broke a latch on my airbox - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

BehindBlueI's · 03-12-2019, 10:09 AM

I was checking my Camaro to get it ready for warmer weather and broke one of the latches off the factory airbox. 100% my fault, I didn't get the lid lined up correctly and pushed down to hard in temperatures were the plastic was likely brittle.

The airbox seems to still close and seal ok. I'm wondering if I should rig up a replacement latch or just pony up for a new airbox. I see they are about $120 new for the whole OEM assembly. I guess it could be an excuse for a CAI, but I don't plan to do an aftermarket exhaust for the car so that's probably wasted money.

SSEssence · 03-12-2019, 10:20 AM

I would just get a used CAI from on here for the price of a new airbox

Clarkstar · 03-12-2019, 11:47 AM

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I would just get a used CAI from on here for the price of a new airbox

This^^^

Rock-It Man · 03-12-2019, 12:06 PM

$120 seems like a small price to pay for your mistake.

Others will have to weigh in on whether you need a tune after installing CAI, and whether there's a risk of ingesting water when driving at high speeds in the rain.

Avenging Orange · 03-12-2019, 01:16 PM

Duct tape!

Chris49066SS · 03-12-2019, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SSEssence

I would just get a used CAI from on here for the price of a new airbox

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Originally Posted by Clarkstar

This^^^

That^^^

SSEssence · 03-12-2019, 03:18 PM

I think the only CAI you need a tune for is the Vararam. Ran my K&N blackhawk intake without tune for a while with no issues. Also heavy rain is no issue even with my ADM air scoop in the lower grill.

BehindBlueI's · 03-12-2019, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Avenging Orange

Duct tape!

...you know, since duct tape comes in a variety of colors these days that could be my fix AND customization at the same time.

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Originally Posted by SSEssence

I think the only CAI you need a tune for is the Vararam. Ran my K&N blackhawk intake without tune for a while with no issues. Also heavy rain is no issue even with my ADM air scoop in the lower grill.

Thanks, I'll consider it. Despite the appeal of the duct tape mod, I'll probably troll through some scrapyards and see what I find.

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Originally Posted by Rock-It Man

$120 seems like a small price to pay for your mistake.

In the grand scheme of things, I suppose so. That'd buy a lot of duct tape, though...

CamaroFred · 03-12-2019, 11:30 PM

Drill a pilot hole in the top of the box next to the latch and run a 1/4" TEK screw through it. Once threaded cut the tip off the screw. Use a nut driver for the old in and out.

J Rod · 03-13-2019, 08:17 AM

Where are you located in IN? I'll give you mine if you're close

ZOOMSS · 03-13-2019, 09:45 AM

I went through three airboxes on mine because the tabs and inserts kept breaking off, surprised yours lasted this long. After the last one broke I bought a R2C intake with their black hex filter and called it a day.

On a side note the R2C gave me a 3mpg jump in fuel economy.

denboy1 · 03-13-2019, 10:24 AM

I found this one:

https://fortwayne.craigslist.org/pts...838329730.html

JLSuperfly · 03-13-2019, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by denboy1

I found this one:

https://fortwayne.craigslist.org/pts...838329730.html

There you go OP.

BehindBlueI's · 03-13-2019, 09:12 PM

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Where are you located in IN? I'll give you mine if you're close

Indy. That's very nice of you. If I can't find something local and can resist the allure of duct tape, I'll get in touch with you. We've not been to Ft. Wayne in a while anyway and I'd not mind an excuse to visit the Hoppy Gnome again.

03-12-2019, 10:09 AM	#1
BehindBlueI's Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Midwest Posts: 314	I broke a latch on my airbox I was checking my Camaro to get it ready for warmer weather and broke one of the latches off the factory airbox. 100% my fault, I didn't get the lid lined up correctly and pushed down to hard in temperatures were the plastic was likely brittle. The airbox seems to still close and seal ok. I'm wondering if I should rig up a replacement latch or just pony up for a new airbox. I see they are about $120 new for the whole OEM assembly. I guess it could be an excuse for a CAI, but I don't plan to do an aftermarket exhaust for the car so that's probably wasted money.

03-12-2019, 10:20 AM	#2
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,801 View My Garage	I would just get a used CAI from on here for the price of a new airbox __________________ 2019 SS 1LE - "CaSSandra" 2014 SS - "AleSSandra - Sold" 94 Z28 - Sold Follow the build https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=612717

03-12-2019, 01:16 PM	#5
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03-12-2019, 03:18 PM	#7
SSEssence Instagram: Sangstah Drives: 2019 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Buena Park, CA. Posts: 2,801 View My Garage	I think the only CAI you need a tune for is the Vararam. Ran my K&N blackhawk intake without tune for a while with no issues. Also heavy rain is no issue even with my ADM air scoop in the lower grill. __________________ 2019 SS 1LE - "CaSSandra" 2014 SS - "AleSSandra - Sold" 94 Z28 - Sold Follow the build https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=612717

03-12-2019, 11:30 PM	#9
CamaroFred Drives: Miss Con Ception Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 2,999	Drill a pilot hole in the top of the box next to the latch and run a 1/4" TEK screw through it. Once threaded cut the tip off the screw. Use a nut driver for the old in and out. __________________ 2011 1SS/RS LS3 CGM

03-12-2019, 12:06 PM	#4
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,028 View My Garage	$120 seems like a small price to pay for your mistake. Others will have to weigh in on whether you need a tune after installing CAI, and whether there's a risk of ingesting water when driving at high speeds in the rain.

03-13-2019, 08:17 AM	#10
J Rod Drives: '14 BRM 1LE 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Ft. Wayne, IN Posts: 801	Where are you located in IN? I'll give you mine if you're close __________________ *592 HP/590 TQ* LSA Blower w/ 2.45 Griptec, Reinforced Brick, FIC 1000 injectors, JRE FPCM, LFP Dual Pass HX, ZL1 IC pump, RotoFab CAI, Bo White TB, Coated Stainless Power 1-7/8" LTs, NPP, NGK TR7IX, Mighty Mouse Wild CC, AEM X-Series WB, Aeroforce Interceptor, MGW Shifter, Z28 Grill, Gary's Custom ZL1 Rockers, Hero Tails, Tuned by IMC

03-13-2019, 09:45 AM	#11
ZOOMSS Drives: 2010 Red Jewel 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Louisiana Posts: 147 View My Garage	I went through three airboxes on mine because the tabs and inserts kept breaking off, surprised yours lasted this long. After the last one broke I bought a R2C intake with their black hex filter and called it a day. On a side note the R2C gave me a 3mpg jump in fuel economy. __________________ The Mistress: Cam Motion custom VVT grind, shaved heads, R2C intake, Solo mids, 1LE suspension, BMR tunnel brace, GPI tuned, among other bits.

03-13-2019, 10:24 AM	#12
denboy1 Drives: 2014 2ss Convertible Join Date: May 2017 Location: Chelsea, MI Posts: 58 View My Garage	I found this one: https://fortwayne.craigslist.org/pts...838329730.html