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Old 02-10-2014, 10:14 PM
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Default NEW - C6 Corvette Air Intake Shroud

Now you can have a true CAI setup without having to spend hundreds of dollars on an expensive aftermarket intake system. This three piece shroud assembly encloses the area fed by the front scoop on GS, Z06, and 427 models, making sure your car breaths fresh outside air.

The center section fits tight around the factory air duct, and the side pieces close off the area from the front cross member to the radiator shroud. This is made from tough ABS plastic and installs in seconds with four push pins.

This is an inexpensive solution to the power robbing effects of high under-hood temperatures.



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Old 02-18-2014, 05:51 PM
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Old 02-18-2014, 06:55 PM
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Can it be refinished?
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Old 02-18-2014, 06:59 PM
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Can it be refinished?
Painted? Sure

We can do it or you can. PM us if that is something you want to do. thx
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Same idea as the Beehive on the Halltech, which makes a lot of sense.
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I have a beehive on my one car and very much like it. With my Z06 I think I'll pull the trigger and get this. Looks OEM from what pictures they have.
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will this fit aftermarket systems such as a airaid?
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Old 02-26-2014, 08:03 PM
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will this fit aftermarket systems such as a airaid?
Unknown.... The. Mfg has only tested it in Stock application housings
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Interesting
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Interesting
they are great!
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Great idea ! 08-13 oem airboxes are such a big improvement over c5 oem intakes that were closed vs the c6 08-13 which is wide open and 4" x 13" . I see no reason to buy an expensive after mkt airbox that cant really outperform the oem setup by any substantial gain,(vs c5's, which could see 15-20hp with an open element cai).

Following that logic, this device when combined with opening the shroud should produce comparable numbers to those expensive after mkt cai's.

$109 device + cut shroud+oem airbox=cheap hp.

PS I would highly recommend that anyone considering this device or not, PLEASE replace your oem filter,(that looks like a case of toilet paper). The replacement of the oem filter is the cheapest hp you can buy.

Buy any free flowing filter, I personally use the Attack Blue from TKO Performance and have seen appreciable gains by just using the AB filter. Whichever filter you buy, replace the oem filter !!!!!

PS: corvettemods is one of the best vendors here, with a giant inventory of toys AND necessities. You won't regret doing business with corvettemods.

Factory air box opening with oem filter:



OEM air box with Attack Blue drop in replacement filter:



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Can you clarify the modifying of the radiator shroud for LS3? You mention this item is designed for the GS, along with the LS7 models. Since the GS is also a LS3 does that mean that the radiator shroud needs to be modified or since the GS has the air intake already in the bumper then there is no further modification needed?
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Originally Posted by Cyber Greg
Can you clarify the modifying of the radiator shroud for LS3? You mention this item is designed for the GS, along with the LS7 models. Since the GS is also a LS3 does that mean that the radiator shroud needs to be modified or since the GS has the air intake already in the bumper then there is no further modification needed?
It blocks of the engine head from being sucked in by the intake. No cutting is required anywhere.
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Originally Posted by Bedouin
I've thought about fab'ing up this exact piece, but for the $$ this is a better option, without the work. Nice job OP.
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I would like to see what is involved in the mods to the radiator shroud on the base model LS3s.....anyone have a tutorial or youtube vid showing this?
Im trying to keep it simple with this car and not pile on every bolt on/stick-on/slap-on item that hits the market...
Ive done that in the past in search of HP and curb appeal....this car has a surplus of both of those in stock form......
but a hidden mod like this, that makes the engine breath air that isn't heat-soaked has gotta be a good idea......
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Looks a lot like something called the 'Ice Box'. It looks like a great product, since the LS 3 and 7 has a good filter, anyway.
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Can you please link to install instructions as I too find "In order to fit 2008-2013 LS3 and standard C6 Corvettes the radiator shroud would need to be modified to allow fresh air into the area covered by the shroud" confusing.

(I currently own a 2012 LS3 Grand Sport coupe)

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Old 03-15-2014, 06:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Quick Silver Z
Can you please link to install instructions as I too find "In order to fit 2008-2013 LS3 and standard C6 Corvettes the radiator shroud would need to be modified to allow fresh air into the area covered by the shroud" confusing.

(I currently own a 2012 LS3 Grand Sport coupe)

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Any mods to the shroud are done on your own This product does not require any modification on a grand sport or Z06 as the air comes from the bumper scoop
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Nice product. Put one on my 13 GS, fits well and was easy to install. No noticeable seat of the pants difference (wasn't expecting one), but anything that keeps the hot engine bay air away from the air intake is worthwhile.
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Wow, very clever idea!
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