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Roadster
08-31-2014, 12:24 AM
Still learning about the LT5, so I decided to add this item to avoid the possible collapse of the air duct during high rpm operation, I purchased this part. Although we have specific vendors that carry parts for our vehicles, and I have supported them recently, with that being said, I found this part on the "bay".
Had a good write-up and some of you may have already purchased this or know of it.
Took a good 20 minutes to get it installed, and it feels and looks like it will work very well. No way anything is going to collapse with this installed.

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BTW, I never told you guys that I own multiple, yes multiple ZR1's and also another ZR-1 (a 95), only thing is they are attached to the wall......:)
XfireZ51
08-31-2014, 01:15 AM
I use one of those also. Bitch to install.
Roadster
08-31-2014, 01:32 AM
I use one of those also. Bitch to install.

Yes it was, but got it done......so you used to??? was it on the ZR-1 that you sold?
Racinfan83
08-31-2014, 11:37 AM
Link please?? :cheers:
XfireZ51
08-31-2014, 12:04 PM
Yes it was, but got it done......so you used to??? was it on the ZR-1 that you sold?

No. Got it for 458. I'd also made one from aluminum sheet using pop rivets.
Sort of wonder if the thickness of the phenolic reduces amount of airflow vs. The aluminum. On the other hand, the phenolic is smoother with fewer protrusions into the airflow (ie. rivets and seam).
PhillipsLT5
08-31-2014, 12:42 PM
Another option, hoops from Marc
Fully Vetted
08-31-2014, 12:44 PM
Geeze... I thought you were saying you got it for your 458. As in Italia 458! Then I realized you were talking of your Black Rose beauty!
Roadster
08-31-2014, 04:08 PM
Link please?? :cheers:

no problem I will send you a PM with the info.......
Roadster
08-31-2014, 04:14 PM
No. Got it for 458. I'd also made one from aluminum sheet using pop rivets.
Sort of wonder if the thickness of the phenolic reduces amount of airflow vs. The aluminum. On the other hand, the phenolic is smoother with fewer protrusions into the airflow (ie. rivets and seam).

Well went for a ride this AM and by the way the 94 performed, I would say that there was not any hinderence of air flow what-so-ever........
Very happy with the mod, glad I did it........

Another option, hoops from Marc

Yes, saw that, but I liked the insert better, you do have to undo the air assembly for easy install of the air duct, but no biggie, and priced the same.
Marc, has great products, his chip is fantastic......
edram454
09-01-2014, 10:27 AM
good mod. I did it months ago. Not to hard to install and my air bridge is solid. this thing will never collapse.
XfireZ51
09-01-2014, 10:46 AM
Geeze... I thought you were saying you got it for your 458. As in Italia 458! Then I realized you were talking of your Black Rose beauty!

Be still my heart!
Roadster
09-01-2014, 12:33 PM
good mod. I did it months ago. Not to hard to install and my air bridge is solid. this thing will never collapse.

You've got that right, it is solid to say the least....

Be still my heart!

That Black Rose Beauty must be something to see......
Kevin
09-01-2014, 12:43 PM
I was able to get one of the last coplin air ducts in 02 or so and love it. I think david, or was it the registry, came out with something similar. Awesome stuff
Roadster
09-02-2014, 12:04 PM
I would say that whatever method we use to firm up the air duct is a positive move in that we don't have to worry about collapse during high rpm operation....
and that is a good thing.......:)
Kevin
09-02-2014, 01:26 PM
we used to use coffee cans too. but when was the last time you saw a metal coffee can?
Roadster
09-02-2014, 04:53 PM
we used to use coffee cans too. but when was the last time you saw a metal coffee can?

I have some in the garage, although I am not a coffee drinker, you can still get them at the food store. Just went out to the garage and checked, this one is from the Giant, all metal inside......If you need one, let me know, be glad to send one out to you.......
Kevin
09-02-2014, 05:51 PM
I have some in the garage, although I am not a coffee drinker, you can still get them at the food store. Just went out to the garage and checked, this one is from the Giant, all metal inside......If you need one, let me know, be glad to send one out to you.......

I only have one zr-1 and it's already set. I do have a few of the accordions laying around