Just wondering if IC piping make a noticable difference in performance? Also, will it void warranty?

 

I would like to know the answer to this as well

 

from what i understand, unless you are going beyond like 350whp, its not really necissary...after 350 you have to upgrade the turbo anyway
so you will be doning alot more than Ic pipes

 

well..if thats the case.

could someone please explain how the buschar stage 2 kit is producing almost 50 hp more with the only differences between the stage one kit being the upper i/c and maf pipe??

 

They are using a two wheel dyno and I am not sure if that dyno pic on there website is perhaps engine crank hp .

 

i thought Ic piping really only helped turbo spool and low end torque? i may be wayyy off here

 

Shorter intake tract means better throttle response.. also, shorter, larger pipes, etc means less restriction.

I think the gains are pretty much dependent on what other mods you have, but the more air in and out, with the least amount of restriction means more power..

The gains are real, but its the combination of parts more than just the pipes that made the dramatic difference. I also suspect that the gains for the stage1 components are underrated which makes the stage 2 gains look more dramatic.