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CAI....thoughts on the 6.2

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Driver72

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Hey guys, I'm sure there are a bunch of posts about CAI for the Silverado/Sierra, but going through them all would be nauseating. So, couple quick questions:

 

This is my first new GM vehicle, though I've owned many dozen vehicles, GM never really stuck my fancy until recently. So I'm new to GM.

 

How is GM and most GM dealers regarding basic modifications like a CAI? Will they give you crap, flag your warranty, etc.?

Second, has a good CAI actually proven to be beneficial to power/performance and also SOUND on this truck.

I know on many cars, CAI companies claim improvements but they don't deliver. My Hellcat is a perfect example. Most claim 30-35 rwhp with them, but many, including myself who bought one and TESTED it, found it did SQUAT for power without tuning. Many, including mine, were returned when zero power nor actual VBox testing showed any improvements.

 

Thanks for you input.

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I did the MIT tube from airaid, and the sound it makes under acceleration is great, and not unbearable. Blackbear will be releasing dyno information on a number of intakes on a 6.2l soon on another thread here. That should answer your power questions. The MIT tube on the previous generation 5.3l engine made 10 or 11 horsepower at the rear wheels in their previous testing. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong. As far as warranty goes it's really up to your dealer. Some can make it a hassle for the fun of it. As long as I don't touch the computer mine is fine with it.

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I did the MIT tube from airaid, and the sound it makes under acceleration is great, and not unbearable. Blackbear will be releasing dyno information on a number of intakes on a 6.2l soon on another thread here. That should answer your power questions. The MIT tube on the previous generation 5.3l engine made 10 or 11 horsepower at the rear wheels in their previous testing. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong. As far as warranty goes it's really up to your dealer. Some can make it a hassle for the fun of it. As long as I don't touch the computer mine is fine with it.

i did the same, with a drop in k&n filter. you don't hear it until you lean on the throttle. $$ well spent imo

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