MAF conversion 5.0 HO Reply #46 – May 01, 2013, 02:58:36 PM Looks good :).I would try to find a stock air box if you could. The open cone filter is subject to fan wash (air blown into the filter from the fan) which can cause a idle surge or rough idle. The MAF has no idea what to do with the air pulses from the fan, causing the funny idle. Quote Selected
MAF conversion 5.0 HO Reply #47 – May 01, 2013, 03:23:42 PM Quote from: thunderjet302;414294Looks good :).I would try to find a stock air box if you could. The open cone filter is subject to fan wash (air blown into the filter from the fan) which can cause a idle surge or rough idle. The MAF has no idea what to do with the air pulses from the fan, causing the funny idle. Really? I would never have thought that. I still have the stock set up with a K&N filter. My first thought when I saw this set up was that it would not be a cold air set up because it would be getting heat from the engine. Living here in Arizona, I don't get much of a cold air set up even with the stock air box unless it's cool out side. I will work on implementing the stock air box and let you know if I notice any difference. I'm still a long way from finished with this car (interior, heating core, gauges, electric windows, and locks. So, any suggestions are appreciated! Thanks! Quote Selected
MAF conversion 5.0 HO Reply #48 – May 01, 2013, 03:47:46 PM Or you could extend the air filter into the inner fender area and it will be a cold air kit. This one from BBK will give you and idea:http://www.summitracing.com/parts/bbk-1557/overview/All you need is the piece after the MAF and you are good to go. Underhood temps will get higher than the ambient air no matter where you live so putting the filter in the inner fender will help across the board.Engine came out great!!Darren Quote Selected
MAF conversion 5.0 HO Reply #49 – May 01, 2013, 06:37:02 PM Well, this is what I managed to come up with. I will need a flexible 4"x4" spacer to connect the two together. As you can see, I have metal tape on there for now. I also relocated my fan control box. Thanks for the idea! I will let you know how it works out. Quote Selected
MAF conversion 5.0 HO Reply #50 – May 01, 2013, 10:39:53 PM I just took my car out for a ride and this set up made a big difference, it idles a lot smoother. I just turned the idle down about half a turn. I can still feel the cam, but not it doesn't stumble like it used to. The car seems to be more peppy all around also. I can't wait to see how it acts out on the freeway. I want to check my plugs out tomorrow and see what they can tell me. Thanks, again! Quote Selected
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