LT1... 1LE or Aluminum intake elbow?
#1
LT1... 1LE or Aluminum intake elbow?
Any opinions on what's "better"? The aluminum elbows are smoother internally and should promote better airflow, but they're metal, would heat retention be a concern? Do the 1LE elbows really outflow the stockers?
#4
And you have not seen all the opinions by now?
Honestly, I don't see any of them being much different in flow. The 1LE is more convenient, because it does not have the silencer. It also has a bit thicker rubber on the TB end to make it more tear resistant than the stocker (a good thing, since that is usually where they fail).
Honestly, I don't see any of them being much different in flow. The 1LE is more convenient, because it does not have the silencer. It also has a bit thicker rubber on the TB end to make it more tear resistant than the stocker (a good thing, since that is usually where they fail).
#6
Beware that if you use or have a 58mm TB that most of the aluminum/metal elbows are actually smaller than the openings...Imho the 1LE is the better choice all around...But I like the look of being factory...When you open my hood you'd have no idea what lurks within... Hell, I still have A.I.R. and EGR...stock valve covers, A/C, P/S, etc, etc...
--Alan
--Alan
#10
Seems not that long ago a vented opti was $100 cheaper than it is today.
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I went with a 1LE to replace my torn stocker. I really don't like the appearance of the aluminum elbows, but then again I've never been into curb feelers either.
How much are the 1LE elbows now? I think I paid around 56 bucks a year or so ago.
Does GM ever give advance notice of parts they are planning to discontinue?
How much are the 1LE elbows now? I think I paid around 56 bucks a year or so ago.
Does GM ever give advance notice of parts they are planning to discontinue?