GM Performance CAI

jimharrell · 07-08-2019, 09:17 AM

For the GM Performance CAI, is it good? Is the included tuning to increase horsepower due to different airflow or is it for emissions, keeping horsepower the same?

JamesNoBrakes · 07-08-2019, 10:23 AM

Will add 296 my little pony miniature pygmy horsepowers

Blackmonba6Gen · 07-08-2019, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by JamesNoBrakes

Will add 296 my little pony miniature pygmy horsepowers

LOL at this comment.

GearheadSS · 07-08-2019, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by jimharrell

For the GM Performance CAI, is it good? Is the included tuning to increase horsepower due to different airflow or is it for emissions, keeping horsepower the same?

The tune is for emissions. The horsepower bump will come from the increased airflow.

GroundhogSS · 07-08-2019, 11:16 AM

Pretty sure the tune is for emissions. Didn't notice any difference in performance. I wanted to keep it all factory parts.

jimharrell · 07-08-2019, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by GroundhogSS

Pretty sure the tune is for emissions. Didn't notice any difference in performance. I wanted to keep it all factory parts.

And you have to get the tune for the warranty too, right? But granted, not sure if you'd really notice a 5-10 hp increase. Maybe quicker to respond to throttle.
Otherwise, I guess you would only get it because it looks cool and to make it easier to keep the engine cool?

V8RWD · 07-08-2019, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by jimharrell

And you have to get the tune for the warranty too, right? But granted, not sure if you'd really notice a 5-10 hp increase. Maybe quicker to respond to throttle.
Otherwise, I guess you would only get it because it looks cool and to make it easier to keep the engine cool?

How would it keep the engine cooler?

jimharrell · 07-08-2019, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by V8RWD

How would it keep the engine cooler?

Supposedly it puts less strain on the rest of the cooling components since it's not taking in hot air

Wyzz Kydd · 07-08-2019, 03:12 PM

I think James has it right. By themselves CAI's do little to nothing other than change the sound.

jimharrell · 07-08-2019, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Wyzz Kydd

I think James has it right. By themselves CAI's do little to nothing other than change the sound.

Just like around 5 hp? How does the sound change?

GearheadSS · 07-08-2019, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jimharrell

Supposedly it puts less strain on the rest of the cooling components since it's not taking in hot air

LT4Greg · 07-08-2019, 03:17 PM

Despite what some folks say, it’s a good mod to do even if it makes 5 more hp! I had a Cold Air Inductions unit on my 2016 SS and it seemed to help with throttle response and intake sound too. The GM intake is made by Cold Air Inductions and it is a quality part that looks good under the hood too.

ac-427 · 07-09-2019, 05:43 AM

I'm delighted with mine because it looks and sounds good. I'm also pleased that it retains the warranty. Get ready for a wrestling match with the dealer regarding the tune that is included in the price but if you take the directions with you, you'll win that fight.

bignaz · 07-09-2019, 06:49 AM

Waiting for Rotofab the come in with there Craigslist used car sales tactics.

Tune is just for emissions as far as I know. Enjoy the intake.

07-08-2019, 09:17 AM	#1
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GroundhogSS Drives: '17 2SS convertible'20 Yukon Denali Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 2,934	Pretty sure the tune is for emissions. Didn't notice any difference in performance. I wanted to keep it all factory parts. __________________ Richard 2017 2SS SIM convertible, A8, NPP, MRC, 56R wheels, GM CAI, Diode Dynamics Side Markers Delivered: 08/15/2016 #TeamBeckyD

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LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,813	Despite what some folks say, it’s a good mod to do even if it makes 5 more hp! I had a Cold Air Inductions unit on my 2016 SS and it seemed to help with throttle response and intake sound too. The GM intake is made by Cold Air Inductions and it is a quality part that looks good under the hood too. __________________ ZL1 Coupe, PDR, Exposed carbon fiber hood insert, My Link with Nav, M6 6 speed and Silver Ice Metallic. Mods done: ceramic window tint, GM Accessories Camaro floor mats and Roto-Fab CAI.

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ac-427 Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS Redline Convertible Join Date: May 2016 Location: DFW Posts: 168	I'm delighted with mine because it looks and sounds good. I'm also pleased that it retains the warranty. Get ready for a wrestling match with the dealer regarding the tune that is included in the price but if you take the directions with you, you'll win that fight. Attached Images __________________ 2019 Buick TourX 2017 Colorado Redline 1966 Ford Mustang Pro Touring

07-08-2019, 03:12 PM	#9
Wyzz Kydd Banned Drives: 2018 Camaro SS1 1LE Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,595	I think James has it right. By themselves CAI's do little to nothing other than change the sound.

07-09-2019, 06:49 AM	#14
bignaz Drives: 2019 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Georgia Posts: 182	Waiting for Rotofab the come in with there Craigslist used car sales tactics. Tune is just for emissions as far as I know. Enjoy the intake.

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