Stock airbox....errrrr!

[LoJac963]

So I've been contimplating a new intake and have been researching every last one. I have used K&N in ALL my vehicles ever since I could drive and never had a single issue with them. Initially the plan was the K&N FIPK then I started reading some reviews on here.

THEN I decided to look at the Airaid Jr. kit with the tube and drop in that keeps the stock box.

My question is:

How the hell does the stock lid come off and on the stock box?? I can remove the lid no problem by wiggling it back and forth. To reinstall the lid is impossible. The lip closest to the windshield does not have enough room to fit on. I had to actually remove the 3 bolts holding the entire box down to move it forward to get the dang lid back on. I've tried everything and ended up with a nice gouge out of my finger trying to get the lid back on without moving the box.

Thing is, if I have to go through this much hassle then I'm definitely not going with a drop in and will go back to the K&N FIPK so I can easily pull the filter out to clean it (I have always cleaned my K&N's at EVERY oil change).

Thanks for the input everyone!

[HUMTECH]

I use a prybar and gently move the box away from the cowl just enough to not break anything but to get the cover back in place. Just gotta be careful

[2010_5thgen]

instead of putting the stock lid back on just put a universal k&n filter on. i bought a cheap intake off ebay for 80 bucks. works great. plastic tube and open filter. no issues whatsoever. i never understood the point of keeping the stock lid and replacing the pipe. i know its got smoother flow, but your still only getting as much air flow as your filter and box will let.

[IRA51]

You need a sealed air box that draws cool air from outside the engine compartment ,or you LOOSE POWER . Open elements are a no no .

[LoJac963]

thanks for the replies. I think I'm going with the Airaid drop in with probably the Airdoc tube. As much as I've used K&N in the past I have heard nothing but horror stories on here and other hummer forums when it comes to K&N. Also I hate to deal with these stupid stock airbox lids but I think its the better route than the FIPK.

[2010_5thgen]

Originally Posted by IRA51

You need a sealed air box that draws cool air from outside the engine compartment ,or you LOOSE POWER . Open elements are a no no .

i dont know about that. ive modded many cars and trucks and put intakes on and have never had a loss of power issue. now you know the motors need tuned to really reap the benefits from the intake? my truck runs just fine. no issues. power is better than before and no tune yet.

[LoJac963]

alright gents, what about this option: Airaid intake 200-183 is the filter and heat shield and the Airdoc tube?? Does anyone have any experience with the actual Airaid intakes as opposed to just the drop in filter? I would go with the Airdoc tube because I can't stand the way the Airaid tube looks.

[HUMTECH]

Originally Posted by 2010_5thgen

i dont know about that. ive modded many cars and trucks and put intakes on and have never had a loss of power issue. now you know the motors need tuned to really reap the benefits from the intake? my truck runs just fine. no issues. power is better than before and no tune yet.

Fairly simple concept, cooler air is more dense which results in more oxygen in intake charge which in turn creates a more efficient burn in the cylinder which results in more bang for your buck.