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Old Nov 25, 2006 | 06:18 PM
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Intake Elbow, which one?

What are you guys running for intake elbows? I have a K & N FIPK on my car but I still have the stock elbow with the baffle on it. So what do you guys like for an elbow? 1LE, Vortech, Trick Flow? (Any others that are available that I missed) Who has good prices on these as well? I did a search on intake elbows this morning but I did not find much. As always, thanks, you guys know your stuff.
Old Nov 25, 2006 | 06:21 PM
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Trickflow is worth it just because its so much easier to get on and off. The clamps that come with it suck though, mine stripped right out.
Old Nov 25, 2006 | 06:23 PM
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i bought the trick flow. its o.k.
more durable than the rubber if you take it on and off a lot
Old Nov 25, 2006 | 07:07 PM
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I Also Have The Trickflow And I Love It Easy To Put On And Take Off!
Old Nov 25, 2006 | 08:43 PM
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another vote here for trickflow
Old Nov 25, 2006 | 09:22 PM
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I have the Vortek. The only thing I don't like is the heat soak I get with the aluminum
Old Nov 25, 2006 | 11:05 PM
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I bought one off eBay from a company called CRT. Works great so far, only $45 too
Old Nov 26, 2006 | 04:27 AM
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trickflow ftw
Old Nov 26, 2006 | 06:54 AM
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I have the ceramic coated Trickflow elbow and it is a very good quality and sharp looking part. The only downfall is the cost since it is close to a hundred bucks after shipping.
Old Nov 26, 2006 | 11:29 AM
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I have used both the 1le and the trick flow. Both are equally good in performance,look wise and fitment trick flow wins it.but for the stock look,the 1le is good. i have the 1le on my 94 caprice staion wagon right now.
Old Nov 26, 2006 | 01:49 PM
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I have the trick flow I have no issues with the clamps at all. TO me an elbow is 95% looks pref and 5% actual power difference. Any of them will be fine. Find one you like the price and looks of and be done. Hope that helps.
Old Nov 26, 2006 | 02:03 PM
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I have the Trick Flow but I maybe selling mine soon to get a polished Vortech.
Old Nov 26, 2006 | 02:09 PM
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Save your money and just plug the stock one. Heads and Shoulders and Pert shampoo caps fit perfectly. I added a little black RTV to make sure it sealed. Can't be any different from a 1LE.
Old Nov 26, 2006 | 02:57 PM
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well if u live in the hot climate i say go with the 1LE but if not go with the trickflow or vortech.
Old Nov 26, 2006 | 05:19 PM
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I run a generic 4"x3.5" rubber 90. Only like $25.



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