cold air intake?
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From: Milroy, PA
So in order to use the 6.0 setup, it looks like you have to switch to the early 99 style intake tube (shorter than the later style), and it looks like you plumbed in the stock CCV (evident by the dirty, oily boots 
). I wouldn't do that if I tried this approach, but the question I do have is what is that large hose on the front end of the filter? Looks like a small radiator hose or something. What's it for?
I have a buddy that I might be able to talk out of his stock 6.0 system, so I'm curious. And does it just lay in there or did you have to come up with some custom brackets? Does the actual intake sit where the stock snorkel comes out?? May be something for me to try relatively easily to see if there are any differences in the air temps post-I/C...
). I wouldn't do that if I tried this approach, but the question I do have is what is that large hose on the front end of the filter? Looks like a small radiator hose or something. What's it for?I have a buddy that I might be able to talk out of his stock 6.0 system, so I'm curious. And does it just lay in there or did you have to come up with some custom brackets? Does the actual intake sit where the stock snorkel comes out?? May be something for me to try relatively easily to see if there are any differences in the air temps post-I/C...
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I have an ATS compressor housing. It comes with a new inlet boot. It is between the compressor housing, and a piece of 4" exhaust tube. Which connects to the OEM turbo boot, that I cut down, to fit inbetween the ATS boot, and the 6oh intake. The hose on top of the intake, is for the CCV inlet, someday I will do as CLUX has, and put in the oil trap that I have already even built. Personally, I have no issues with oil being on my boots. Think preservation. 7 years, and 212,000 miles, still OEM boots. The hose on the front of the filter is a hose that is installed OEM on the 6oh setup. Im not sure the purpose, but I just left it there. If you decided not to plumb the CCV in on the top as I did, you will have to plug the hole, that is left from were the MAF sensor would have went OEM on the 6 leakers. If you or anyone needs more info, or pictures, its probably easiest to call me, so pm for cell. I have no issue talking about trucks, just bad at all the small talk haha.
Thanks for the info!!
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I have the ATS as well -- I was referring to the intake tube that went between the CCV coupler (or bypass part) and the stock air box. The early 99 has a shorter tube, but I guess you just cut down the stock one. I don't want to do that, so I'll look at other options (like the early 99 tube) in case I want to switch back to the 6637.
Thanks for the info!!
Thanks for the info!!
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When I had my AIS, it would peg the filter minder. My truck is a pretty heavy one (9k+, scale verified) and tows skid loaders, etc. The AIS did not cut it for me, even with the zoodad, and fendersleeve. Others have had better success then me. Could have been a fluke. The 6oh setup has the same filtering efficiency as the AIS, and is much cheaper then the AFE, other then its a little more work, Im not sure why the AFE would be the choice over the 6oh setup. I have ran the AFE II, stock, and 6oh. 6oh being my favorite of all.
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From: Milroy, PA
Usually you look for someone who just "upgraded" to an aftermarket filter setup for their 6leaker. They usually give them away or ask $50 or so, last I looked. (when I got mine) Most expensive part is really the filter. Ultimately what you want is the battery tray, and both sides from the filter. Then get a new filter, which is the middle section, includeing the plastic housing it comes in. Ill look around and see what I have, may have a second one? I cant remember anymore.
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From: Carhenge
I have the ATS as well -- I was referring to the intake tube that went between the CCV coupler (or bypass part) and the stock air box. The early 99 has a shorter tube, but I guess you just cut down the stock one. I don't want to do that, so I'll look at other options (like the early 99 tube) in case I want to switch back to the 6637.
Thanks for the info!!
Thanks for the info!!
