AUFalcon Tech - Airbox & Snorkle Info ...

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Stage One of New Tech Database - Whats the Best Snorkle / Airbox for AU I6's and V8's

This is Usually the first Mod Done to an AU when the New Owner wants to see a bit more Jump in the Cars Performance before the Mod Bug Bites , HARD.

Snorkles

The Factory Snorkles are Designed for Effiecient Airflow to let the Engine get Fresh Clean O2 into the motor , Of Course , more Air , More Power is beleived to be the key , so of course , opening the Intake Up , is going to allow more Air into the Motor , and therefore boost a Few Things , Like Economy , Power and Throttle Response , Not by Huge Gains , but some People Notice it and some dont (each to their own)

Tickford Snorkel
The First Snorkle over the top of the Old Factory one is usally a Tickford Snorkle , with a Raised Tickford Winged Logo on top , it Is 27% larger than the Stock one , allowing more Cold Air into the motor. Prices range where you go , But can be found on eBay , the Forums 'For Sale' Thread and from the Site Sponsor - Ferntree Gully Autosalvage.

BA XR6 Turbo Snorkel
Once again , Larger than the Standard AU design , but again , allows more air to flow through to the motor. And is 29% Bigger than the standard unit. This Unit does not have the Tickford Logo (as Tickford was superceeded by FPV) and is flat on top , with no visable markings.

SS Inductions Snorkel
These are an aftermarket unit , Designed by SS Inductions , there alot Taller in height , but still have the same diameter as the BA XR6 one.

G&D / Bluepower Airbox

These are Much talked about and the Companys backing them know there stuff. The Kit Includes a K&N Pod Filter and is Fully Customised to suit each model of car. There Proven to increase Horsepower and Economy whilst giving the car an Incredible Induction Noise. Prices are Varied , but contact the Company for a Detail explanation of Performance and cost.

F6 Airbox with Extra Intake
This is much more complicated as it takes a bit of time , the BA/BF Airbox is alot taller (about 5cms) and is simply too high for the AU bonnet. With Modification the Bottom half of the Box , it can fit , and accomodate the Orginal , Tickford or XR6 Snorkel. The F6 also has another Rubber Intake (like the mod most people do to the EECV box, Cutting a 4 x 6 Cm hole in it) that sucks Cold Air in behind the Headlight. Fitting this Personally , i have had a Jump of Horsepower and the Induction noise is also good.

For Further Information , please contact the Site Sponsors ..

• FTG Autosalvage
• G&D Performance Tuning
• Bluepower Racing Developments

or Check eBay or the For Sale forums. Feel Free to Add Comments on your Veiws.

Cheers
Daniel