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Old Mar 10, 2009 | 05:09 AM
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I was going to do the drilled GAB very soon, but after reading this I am second guessing because if I hardly ever go over 3600 rpm. Does this mod make any noticable difference (sound or power +/-) below the 3600 rpm?

I have heard that there is an initial loss of low end, but once the car adjusts it returns.
To answer the question, there isn't really a noticeable loss, IMO, but I'm sure that there is theoretically.

Besides, if you're never going to go over 3600 rpms, it doesn't matter either way does it? Because obviously you're not planning on getting anywhere quickly.
Old Mar 10, 2009 | 05:10 AM
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Originally Posted by BLACKKILA.GTR
wats better true cai or gab???
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^True CAI that goes in the fender is probably better
Got proof?
Old Mar 10, 2009 | 05:58 AM
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Doubt there would be a noticeable performance gain.
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Originally Posted by Puppetmaster
Got proof?
Old Mar 10, 2009 | 07:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Puppetmaster
To answer the question, there isn't really a noticeable loss, IMO, but I'm sure that there is theoretically.

Besides, if you're never going to go over 3600 rpms, it doesn't matter either way does it? Because obviously you're not planning on getting anywhere quickly.
Good point

Thanks for the response. I guess I was just thinking that a reduction in power = reduction in efficiency = possible reduction in gas mileage. But since you seem to think it would be negligible, i wont worry about it.

I got an extra filter holder for $20. So I will try it out and if i dont like it, i can just switch it back.

Thanks.
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Originally Posted by Puppetmaster
Got proof?
no:/ But for those hot days, and it has less curves, but i doubt anyone will feel a difference.
Old Mar 16, 2009 | 06:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Puppetmaster
Got proof?
was bored...and now a bit thirsty

Old Apr 5, 2009 | 09:25 PM
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did the mod sounds good, and can feel the difference when i need to past grandma on the expressway. Sounds great too.
Old May 12, 2009 | 07:16 PM
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so what does GAB stand for? And how good is an injen intake? ive heard its the best for a maxima but want actual people's opinions on it. Also would the intake be worth the $300 or should i just do a GAB? I just bought a 95 auto and need a better sound but hat ehow auto's sound with exhaust
Old May 12, 2009 | 09:00 PM
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^Forget Injen, do the GAB mod and youll get good hp
Old May 12, 2009 | 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by krashkid0305
so what does GAB stand for? And how good is an injen intake? ive heard its the best for a maxima but want actual people's opinions on it. Also would the intake be worth the $300 or should i just do a GAB? I just bought a 95 auto and need a better sound but hat ehow auto's sound with exhaust
GAB = Ghetto Air Box

The last thing I would put on a 95 automatic is a $300 intake. Thats just me though. Do the GAB and use the $300 for something useful.
Old May 12, 2009 | 09:32 PM
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Old May 12, 2009 | 10:17 PM
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Just curious as to what others have done with the stock scoop after the GAB...I would think that leaving it on would somewhat prevent hotter air flowing next to the engine from entering the intake, but maybe removing it would provide even better airflow...

Thoughts?
Old May 13, 2009 | 06:12 AM
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its your preference mannetti-mines off, wifes is on. mine sounds better but the scoop surely allows for cooler air at speed.
Old May 13, 2009 | 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by nissandrvr98
its your preference mannetti-mines off, wifes is on. mine sounds better but the scoop surely allows for cooler air at speed.
Did you just tape and tuck away the scoop sensor?
Old May 13, 2009 | 10:40 AM
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ahh...see you have an 01-that may have actually been the reason i left hers in. my 02 does not have any sensors connected to the scoop.
Old May 13, 2009 | 12:24 PM
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I did the GAB a while ago, but during the summer the added heat soak gets pretty bad. It still sounds good though
Old May 13, 2009 | 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by mannetti21
Did you just tape and tuck away the scoop sensor?
Did the GAB...ended up going with a SRI (short ram intake) basically a cone filter attached to the MAF, removed the sensor out of the scoop and zip-tied it off close to the filter. The sensor pops out of the scoop with the help of a flat head screw driver....just make sure you are pushing on the rubber around the sensor (you'll see what I'm talking about once you get into it). I can't see how the scoop is functional with that big *** hole at the bottom of it.
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I can't see how the scoop is functional with that big *** hole at the bottom of it.
Yea I was thinking the same thing. Wonder if there would be any effect if kept the scoop and I blocked off the hole
Old May 13, 2009 | 06:04 PM
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Originally Posted by mannetti21
Yea I was thinking the same thing. Wonder if there would be any effect if kept the scoop and I blocked off the hole

Duct tape may do the trick....worth a try
Old Jul 3, 2009 | 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by krashkid0305
so what does GAB stand for? And how good is an injen intake? ive heard its the best for a maxima but want actual people's opinions on it. Also would the intake be worth the $300 or should i just do a GAB? I just bought a 95 auto and need a better sound but hat ehow auto's sound with exhaust
I also did the GAB and i felt a power increase, but then I received the CAI RD Series as a christmast gift from my dad and tried it on. The power is great especially when you accelerate at a high rpm.

I still dont like the fact that the filter is located near the engine because it still sucks in some of the heat from the engine.
Old Jul 4, 2009 | 12:57 AM
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GAB minus the ghetto = SAFC + 82mm ....
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I felt the power in my 3.0
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4 holes?
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Just do the hanger thing, easier to put the stock back on.
Old Oct 4, 2009 | 12:59 PM
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Who sells a true CAI (fender mount) for an 01?
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Used to be Place Racing, they don't make them anymore, and finding a used one is gonna be difficult.
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Used to be Place Racing, they don't make them anymore, and finding a used one is gonna be difficult.
Does anyone have any pictures of what it looked like?
Old Oct 6, 2009 | 06:28 AM
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I think Jason (SoonerFan) has a PR CAI. Maybe he could take some pics.
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irish44j had one too i seen a vid on youtube of his exhaust, in the description it said he had one maybe hes got a pic
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Could anyone have a direction as to how to do GAB? I can't seem to find any instructions on this forum. I found some links but they are all too old, and the links are not available.
Thanks
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Old Oct 20, 2009 | 02:38 PM
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Could anyone have a direction as to how to do GAB? I can't seem to find any instructions on this forum. I found some links but they are all too old, and the links are not available.
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http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...ab-design.html


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what a failure
Shut up post wh0re noob.
Old Oct 20, 2009 | 02:40 PM
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Originally Posted by VQP0WER
Thanks for the link. I actually found it just before you posted it. One question, I read somewhere that IRIsh had a two scoop setup, but I have no idea what it looks like or how he got it done. Do you know where or how he did it?
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Originally Posted by tkedch
Thanks for the link. I actually found it just before you posted it. One question, I read somewhere that IRIsh had a two scoop setup, but I have no idea what it looks like or how he got it done. Do you know where or how he did it?
Must be talking about a true cold air intake? Irish (http://forums.maxima.org/member.php?u=24430) is still on here, he just drives a Subaru now..... You basically cut a hole in your fender well and mount the scoop in there I believe.

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Originally Posted by VQP0WER
Must be talking about a true cold air intake? Irish (http://forums.maxima.org/member.php?u=24430) is still on here, he just drives a Subaru now..... You basically cut a hole in your fender well and mount the scoop in there I believe.
I know CAI and I've seen it done by cutting holes in the fender well. I was talking about one of the setup where it was still GAB but he mentioned two scoops...... let me see if I can find the post.
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Originally Posted by VQP0WER
Must be talking about a true cold air intake? Irish (http://forums.maxima.org/member.php?u=24430) is still on here, he just drives a Subaru now..... You basically cut a hole in your fender well and mount the scoop in there I believe.

http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...ir-intake.html this what u mean? heres another but i still dont think i know what u mean http://www.vqpower.com/v2/articles.php?article_id=3
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Originally Posted by bigpopaj369
http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...ir-intake.html this what u mean? heres another but i still dont think i know what u mean http://www.vqpower.com/v2/articles.php?article_id=3
I have seen those threads, and they are not what I was looking for. They are cool but require too much tinkering and time that I don't have. I was just wondering if anyone has ever done a GAB that had an extra scoop on the bottom of the snorkel?
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Originally Posted by tkedch
I have seen those threads, and they are not what I was looking for. They are cool but require too much tinkering and time that I don't have. I was just wondering if anyone has ever done a GAB that had an extra scoop on the bottom of the snorkel?
ohh gotcha i think once u do the GAB u wouldnt need another snorkel. are u talkin about the one with the dryer hose on the bottom with the filter at the end?



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