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Andy_d
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4/18/2005
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I've heard different things on this topic so wanted to post here to see what the deal is. If I have a K&N air filter in my 2001 Dak with the 4.7L Auto will drilling holes in the lid on the air box actually do anything?
thanks for any info.
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Zach
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4/18/2005
17:33:03
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I can only see a performance loss if you did that, it would mean the engine would draw hot engine bay air into it.
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Mr K+N
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4/18/2005
19:47:02
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^^^ what he said ^^^
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Andy_d
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4/18/2005
20:04:33
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This is where I get confused, there are so many articles like this around its hard to know what the deal is..
http://www.cavweb-forums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=11836
http://www.seatcupra.net/guide_moddedairbox.htm
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N56629
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4/18/2005
20:50:51
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You might get this, but doubt that you will get anything else.
"I would however, recommend this modification to everybody who would like to add a unique (but not disturbing) sporty sound to their car...."
Most of the added power, if any, will come from the K&N drop in filter.
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another mark
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4/18/2005
21:25:46
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Don't forget to drill some "speed holes" into your hood too, just like Homer did.
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Mr K+N
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4/18/2005
21:27:21
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andy_d, below is a reply on the same thread from http://www.cavweb-forums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=11836
quote: Along with bucketloads of hot air from your engine bay (especially on a V6). Best option for the V6 is to modify the cold-air feed and fit a decent panel filter.
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i'm not, nor is anyone else trying to burst your bubble, but either leave the drop in filter (and the airbox) alone, or get yourself a bonafide "cold air intake" with a heat shield.
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Kaderdak
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4/18/2005
22:09:10
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FYI...Homer did not "drill" speed holes in his hood, he used a pick axe :) However, if you want to drill holes in your airbox you should just use a pick axe anyway, because that way you'll destroy your airbox and have to make/buy a real air intake.
** '97 Dakota 5.2L 4x4 w/3.55(my best ebay purchase yet) **
** Homebrew CIA, Dynomax Catback, March Underdrive Pulleys, Transgo Kit **
** Borg Warner Brass Cap/Rotor to Taylor 8mm wires to NGK plugs **
** Homebrew dual electric fan setup with 180* thermostat **
** Sitting on BFG 31 x 10.50's **
** Tons more once I'm not a poor college student :) **
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Andy_d
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4/19/2005
08:39:17
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Thanks all!! the speed holes comment was killer!!! Guess I'll just save some $$$ and get a true intake. This uber drilling "technique" seems more of a joke than anything.
thanks all.
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Sloot
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4/23/2005
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Kaderdak.....Where are you located in MT. I'm in Bozeman and if you are anywhere close I'd like to take a look at your homebrew CIA. Let me know
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Kaderdak
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4/23/2005
21:56:21
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I am still currently at college in Kansas....but only for 3 more weeks then no more school again ever!!!! I will be moving out to Big Sky on the 16th of May, working at the Yellowstone Club. If you want I could send you a pic, just list an email address.
** '97 Dakota 5.2L 4x4 w/3.55(my best ebay purchase yet) **
** Homebrew CIA, Dynomax Catback, March Underdrive Pulleys, Transgo Kit **
** Borg Warner Brass Cap/Rotor to Taylor 8mm wires to NGK plugs **
** Homebrew dual electric fan setup with 180* thermostat **
** Sitting on BFG 31 x 10.50's **
** Tons more once I'm not a poor college student :) **
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Sloot
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4/24/2005
16:13:51
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That's cool, shoot me an e-mail (twosloots@180com.net)so I can take a look at it. I'm always tinkering when $ will let me.
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Beerhat
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9/24/2005
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Good to see a local up here on the board finally. This place is crawlin with daks, I can't believe how many are up here (in one way shape or form).
Dan
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OBIO3
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9/24/2005
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Sloot >>>>>>>> I'm in Butte > Howdy neighbor > I only have one question about drilling holes in the cover of the air intake > What do you do about all the dust and dirt going into the engine > The answer should be very interesting at the least
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BeerHat
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9/25/2005
12:16:32
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I think he's referring to the lower half of the intake box, before the filter.
Dan
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JimmyD
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9/25/2005
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Beerhat is right, OBIO3.
Never drill holes in your intake box on the "engine side" of the filter. It would render your filter useless.
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OBIO3
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9/26/2005
15:23:53
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Sorry but the guy stated drilling holes in the lid > Sounded pretty clear to me
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Sloot
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9/28/2005
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BeerHat...Good to see that there's another one around Bozeman! Where do you work here? I saw a Patriot Blue Quad at Murdoch's with a nasty dent in the bumper, hope it's not yours. LOL. You'll see me driving around a white Ranger with a utility topper that says OneEighty Communications. Couldn't get em' to buy a dak after I wrecked the first Ranger!
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BeerHat
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9/29/2005
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Hey Sloot- I've been living here for about 2.5 years, werkin at RightNow Technologies. Not only a fellow dak owner-- but a fellow geek too eh? cool! BTW, That's not my dak at the BIG R (and it will always be BIG R to me), mines a dirty clubcab... and is for the most part dent free. Dude, I know there are more of us here, we should get a group together (hopefully someone with a winch) and go on a lightweight mud-run somewhere. Not sure where, but we could probably find a place I'm sure.
Check it out, took this at Taylor Fork a year or so ago:
target="_blank">My Dak (nevermind the cali plates)
Dan
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dkeller76@gmail.com
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dkota_rt
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10/06/2005
10:34:38
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Of course everyone is missing the point on weight advantage.
Drilling more holes in your truck will decrease the weight.
I say....drill away.....drill out the frame rails, the body panels, the interior, etc.
More holes = less weight = faster times
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Pokey
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10/06/2005
14:28:49
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And better ventilation!
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