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01-29-2004, 09:09 PM
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Wanting to replace my upper intake plenum.
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Just wanted some suggestions on what kind of plenum to get. I have seen C&L like this one
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=33630&item=2456419588
and i have seen one from trickflow, and a few other places. which one is the best? |
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01-29-2004, 09:10 PM
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would you consider buying th C&L one because it's pretty cheap on ebay. It's usually about $100 more.
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K&N filter, Black diamond plate toolbox, and billet grille on the way.
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01-29-2004, 09:14 PM
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here is the trickflow
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=33557&item=2457396495
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2003 Silverado Z71
Mods:
K&N filter, Black diamond plate toolbox, and billet grille on the way.
Future mods:
6" lift kit, rims and tires, Catback, Rhino lining, System
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01-29-2004, 10:55 PM
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I actully wanted a C&L, at the time I got it it was the only one available that I knew of, now there is also an accufab one on the market. This trick flow must be new, looks like they almost directly copied the C&L really, doesn't say what sized tbody its designed for, but I bet its the 75mm. I ended up getting a ported stock plenum done by Alameda Racing in LA. It seems to do the job quite well. its ported for a 70mm tbody which is what I have and I really didn't want to spend a lot more money for another larger tbody.
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 Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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01-30-2004, 01:45 PM
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i think i'll just get either one. i don't think it really matters. but i think i will do a little research before i do anything. thanks rick
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2003 Silverado Z71
Mods:
K&N filter, Black diamond plate toolbox, and billet grille on the way.
Future mods:
6" lift kit, rims and tires, Catback, Rhino lining, System
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01-30-2004, 01:53 PM
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The accufab intake is aftermarket, but looks more like a ported stock intake, and its designed for a 70mm tbody. If I had had a 75mm tbody, or was still running my stock tbody, I would more than likely have gotten a C&L plenum since I am a C&L fan from way back, I have their maf and their true flow inlet pipe already, also had the C&L 73mm v6 maf.
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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02-04-2004, 04:42 PM
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I have decided that i am going to get c&l. i have heard alot of good things about them. but thats for your info rick
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2003 Silverado Z71
Mods:
K&N filter, Black diamond plate toolbox, and billet grille on the way.
Future mods:
6" lift kit, rims and tires, Catback, Rhino lining, System
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02-04-2004, 04:54 PM
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Well, when I got my tbody, 70mm was the recommended size for optimal performance, 75mm was considered overkill unless you were going to supercharge at least, and aftermarket plenums were unheard of, ported stock was all that was available. I just didn't want to invest almost 200 in the C&L, then another 200 or more in another throttle body.
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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02-07-2004, 12:17 PM
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I'd like the stocker if you want to get rid of it.
I'd think ported stockers w/welding and or a raised plate
would be just as good as anything out there, within limits.
A really great elbow would be much taller  |
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02-07-2004, 01:55 PM
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Robert, you still have those 4.6L heads man? What kind of price you looking for, and what is the set up on them, 99+ heads? oversized valves or stock, what about cams?
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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02-08-2004, 12:23 AM
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get the C&L with the accufab 75mm TB. great pieces right there. The Accufab plenum has been dyno tested to make the same amount of power as a C&L, but it is more expensive and lookes like a polished stock piece. So i went with the C&L, cheaper and has that clean cast look. |
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02-08-2004, 12:52 AM
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I have the C&L true flow inlet pipe, maf, and an almeda racing ported stock intake with 70mm Mac tbody, I have a pic that shows it all here not sure if you can tell what it all is, but here it is. Note: Alameda ported intake plenum is wearing a Steeda plenum name plate for looks. |
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02-08-2004, 01:14 AM
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the 4.6 engine is nothing but wires :| nothing against your car rick, i'm just saying in general...but yes thats about what mine will look like for th emost part when i am done... |
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02-08-2004, 01:30 AM
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Oh well, at least we don't have a lot of spark plug wires all over the place, lol.
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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02-08-2004, 08:36 AM
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now i am going to spend today cleaning up the engine bay LOL |
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02-08-2004, 04:06 PM
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Mine could use a better cleanup, see all the dust on my valve covers, lol.
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Rick Kilpatrick, AAS Automotive Systems Tech, Alamance Community College, Class of 99. 06 5 speed manual Mustang with Pony pkg : GT Mac Mufflers, true duals with one custom pipe. 2.5" system. GT bumper cover, all installed March 7&8 2006. AFE Stage 1 CAI, Motoblue Underdrive pulley, GT aluminum shifter knob, honeycomb rear blackout panel,and dash kit installed. Roush hood scoop and side window louvers installed. SS taillight trim has been installed, new alum. GT steering wheel installed.
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03-02-2004, 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Autobadges
I'd like the stocker if you want to get rid of it.
I'd think ported stockers w/welding and or a raised plate
would be just as good as anything out there, within limits.
A really great elbow would be much taller
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Hey, my post got listed under Eval's name 
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Originally Posted by Flex:
You are the true cam master dude...
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03-02-2004, 01:56 PM
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The Mustang's Human Twin
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I have 96 heads Rick, but those are the hot ticket with 99^ cams
They have smaller ports that outflow PI heads when ported, and
better velocity. Just right for a 4.6 liter.
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Originally Posted by Flex:
You are the true cam master dude...
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