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Drilling holes in airbox?

04-25-2004, 05:19 PM

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FlyFisha'

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Drilling holes in airbox?

I've read that a few people have drilled holes in their airbox... on the underside is what I gather.

What benifits have people noticed from doing this? Is there any change in sound... turbo, etc?

Also, have you noticed if the filter needs to be changed out more after making this mod -- extra dirt, debris entering the filter due to increased air flow?

Bottom line, was it worth it?

Thanks for any input... I'm thinking about doing it this afternoon with the weather being so nice over here in Seattle today!

Jeff

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2004 Dodge Ram 2500, QC, Short Bed, Cummins HO, 6 speed, 3.73, 4x4, Bright Red. -- Removed silencer ring, intake baffle, drilled air-box and straight piped.

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'94 Ford F250, 7.3 IDI Turbo Diesel, 4x4, Extended Cab, E40D, Two-tone Blue/Silver, 142,500 miles.

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