AMS Turbo Kit and Stock Air Box
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Ok, so AMS can't copy Ludikraut's setup. Obviously I am not going to drive to IL to get a custom intake pipe made, so what do I do? I need to run the MAF and recirculate back to the intake whether I do it with the stock air box or without it.
I am lost because I can't throw this turbo kit on without the MAF hooked up. So what are my options and what is everyone else doing for their AMS kits? I know everyone that has one of these is not running an AEM EMS. Come on guys give me some help...
I am lost because I can't throw this turbo kit on without the MAF hooked up. So what are my options and what is everyone else doing for their AMS kits? I know everyone that has one of these is not running an AEM EMS. Come on guys give me some help...
Last edited by gnulooks; Jul 19, 2005 at 12:12 PM.
Originally Posted by gnulooks
Ok, so AMS can't copy Ludikraut's setup. Obviously I am not going to drive to IL to get a custom intake pipe made, so what do I do? I need to run the MAF and recirculate back to the intake whether I do it with the stock air box or without it.
I am lost because I can't throw this turbo kit on without the MAF hooked up. So what are my options and what is everyone else doing for their AMS kits? I know everyone that has one of these is not running an AEM EMS. Come on guys give me some help...
One last thing is that I was under the impression that this kit was complete in the sense that I could order it throw on the AMS intake pipe and it would have a hookup for the MAF sensor (just like the K&N kits).
I am lost because I can't throw this turbo kit on without the MAF hooked up. So what are my options and what is everyone else doing for their AMS kits? I know everyone that has one of these is not running an AEM EMS. Come on guys give me some help...
One last thing is that I was under the impression that this kit was complete in the sense that I could order it throw on the AMS intake pipe and it would have a hookup for the MAF sensor (just like the K&N kits).
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Originally Posted by gnulooks
Ok, so AMS can't copy Ludikraut's setup. Obviously I am not going to drive to IL to get a custom intake pipe made, so what do I do? I need to run the MAF and recirculate back to the intake whether I do it with the stock air box or without it.
I am lost because I can't throw this turbo kit on without the MAF hooked up. So what are my options and what is everyone else doing for their AMS kits? I know everyone that has one of these is not running an AEM EMS. Come on guys give me some help...
One last thing is that I was under the impression that this kit was complete in the sense that I could order it throw on the AMS intake pipe and it would have a hookup for the MAF sensor (just like the K&N kits).
I am lost because I can't throw this turbo kit on without the MAF hooked up. So what are my options and what is everyone else doing for their AMS kits? I know everyone that has one of these is not running an AEM EMS. Come on guys give me some help...
One last thing is that I was under the impression that this kit was complete in the sense that I could order it throw on the AMS intake pipe and it would have a hookup for the MAF sensor (just like the K&N kits).
I can get you a picture of where I put the port on mine if you want.
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Alright AMS is sending me the intake pipe with MAF provision and a K&N air filter. Unfortunately I am not going to run the stock air box because of the headache involved with adapting it to the turbo kit.
The only problem will be getting the BOV to recirculate back to the intake. I will be taking jj 008 advise on getting a shop to weld on an adapter pipe.
The only problem will be getting the BOV to recirculate back to the intake. I will be taking jj 008 advise on getting a shop to weld on an adapter pipe.
I am curious about this whole intake issue. I was under the impression that you didn't have to buy anything to make it work. This is what what is advertised on their website as included in their kit:
I recieved the intake piping necked down to 3" but no K&N cone filter. The intake piping came with a BOV outlet. I'm assuming it won't be any big deal at all to recirculate it to the upper intercooler pipe....
Here is a good pic to get oriented...
Components Included with our kit:
-AMS 304 SS Thick Wall Tubular header
-Garrett GT-Series Turbo Available with and without ball bearings in a size that suits your application and horsepower expectations
-SS 3" Tubular O2 housing
-SS 3" Downpipe
-Tial 38mm Wastegate (circulated back into the downpipe to keep the volume toned down)
-Lightweight 3" or 4" intake pipe with K&N cone filter for either MAF or standalone ECU applications
-Lightweight Aluminum Lower Intercooler Pipe
-Braided SS Oil Feed and Return Lines
-Braided Silicone Coolant Lines
-Slim line fan
-All necessary hardware and gaskets
-AMS 304 SS Thick Wall Tubular header
-Garrett GT-Series Turbo Available with and without ball bearings in a size that suits your application and horsepower expectations
-SS 3" Tubular O2 housing
-SS 3" Downpipe
-Tial 38mm Wastegate (circulated back into the downpipe to keep the volume toned down)
-Lightweight 3" or 4" intake pipe with K&N cone filter for either MAF or standalone ECU applications
-Lightweight Aluminum Lower Intercooler Pipe
-Braided SS Oil Feed and Return Lines
-Braided Silicone Coolant Lines
-Slim line fan
-All necessary hardware and gaskets
Here is a good pic to get oriented...
Last edited by Smogrunner; Jul 19, 2005 at 05:04 PM.
Thanks JP, I might... The only thing I worry about is degrading idle quality and increasing the possibility of being more stall prone. Poor Gregg, his car would stall at the drop of a hat.
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I just had my car tuned by Shiv about two weeks ago, with an AMS 3076. There was some cutting of the AMS supplied pipe involved, but they managed to make it work perfect with the stock air box and recirc. I'll try to get some close-up pics if i get a chance.
Last edited by ReactionCT9A; Jul 19, 2005 at 10:56 PM.
Hey JJ, how much torque do you use to tighten down the t-bolt clamps on your IC piping? I just got a set, but I don't wanna put them on until I know how far to torque them.
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Originally Posted by Ludikraut
Hey JJ, how much torque do you use to tighten down the t-bolt clamps on your IC piping? I just got a set, but I don't wanna put them on until I know how far to torque them.
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Originally Posted by Jeff_Jeske
Why not lose the stock airbox?
Come on man....the stability problem is associated with the intake pipe not the filter.
As for keeping the air cool.....the only time cold air isn't blasting through that area is when you are at a dead stop. Once you are moving there is MORE than enough fresh air circulating around that area.
As for keeping the air cool.....the only time cold air isn't blasting through that area is when you are at a dead stop. Once you are moving there is MORE than enough fresh air circulating around that area.