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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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G'day all, well i've just fitted my Ba intake onto my i6 Au and i can verify that theres a definate improvement- throttle response is a little better, low down power improved and midrange is stronger
![]() It gets to the speed limit easier and i'm constantly checking my speedo because im getting there a little bit quicker! I made up a little air deflector also and it seems to contribute to the overall performance gain. Im not bothering with a hi flow air filter but will fit a xr8 snorkel down the track. Of course the gain isnt huge but for about $65 so far its worth it for sure. Over the next couple of weeks i'll be keeping an eye on fuel consumption to see if theres an improvement there too- Hope at the least its the same! I recommend this mod for someone who's looking to keep things stock looking under the bonnet & a first step into modding their Au's. Any other members who want to do it & needs some info, give me bell and i'll happily help them out! cheers,Maka
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Ford AU Series Magazine Scans Here - www.fordforums.com.au/photos/index.php?cat=2792 Proud owner of a optioned keeper S1 Tickford Falcon AU XR6 VCT - "it's actually a better-balanced car than the XR8, goes almost as hard and uses about two-thirds of the fuel" (Drive.com 2007) |
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I'm assuming we're just talking about the section from TB to airbox?
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
Join Date: Sep 2009
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Uncle Ken, your set up is very nice, is that the stock air box inlet? Had it bored out? I just removed mine & used 3 inch pipe so if i need to i can return it all back to stock. Still deciding which way to go on the breather pipe though ie; location- front like ba or rear like au but probably will leave it all stock also. cheers,Maka
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Ford AU Series Magazine Scans Here - www.fordforums.com.au/photos/index.php?cat=2792 Proud owner of a optioned keeper S1 Tickford Falcon AU XR6 VCT - "it's actually a better-balanced car than the XR8, goes almost as hard and uses about two-thirds of the fuel" (Drive.com 2007) |
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Hi. So you need to mod the airbox end to take the BA piping? Any details on that? I like the sounds of it so far. Cheers
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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Then all you do is push the new pipe in the 80mm hole from inside the airbox until it meets the ba pipe & clamp. The thing is though the downpipe is slightly bigger than the hole in the airbox so you have to remove enough material ie sand the new cut pipe & airbox hole enough to make it fit, just make sure its a airtight fit if not a bit of silastic around the joint will make it airtight. Once all trial fitted and your happy with the result remove the new pipe and paint black, let dry and refit. Its not too hard and it can be all returned to stock. Do it mate its worth it! ![]() cheers,Maka
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PVC melts. your best to get 90mm stainless cooler pipe from an auto shop/ebay and drill/hone/mill your airbox out to 90mm.
but most people knew this worked back ages ago. http://autospeed.com.au/cms/A_107828/article.html |
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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cheers,Maka
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Ford AU Series Magazine Scans Here - www.fordforums.com.au/photos/index.php?cat=2792 Proud owner of a optioned keeper S1 Tickford Falcon AU XR6 VCT - "it's actually a better-balanced car than the XR8, goes almost as hard and uses about two-thirds of the fuel" (Drive.com 2007) |
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i tried the BA intake on my VCT AU with a 3" pipe coming from the airbox outlet, but it was pointing straight at the AC hose so i didnt worry about it
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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Thanks for the info Daymow, i kept mine at 80mm so it can be returned to stock- im not sure whether 90mm is too big ie: air velocity. Ive had my setup installed since the weekend & theres no sign of melting yet, summer might be a different story though lol! Any documented reports of the pvc pipe melting at the airbox? Ive read that autospeed article and then theres this - http://www.fordmods.com/post1223030.html Its well written & worth a look. The reason for the heading was some members tried it and wasnt convinced there was a gain but because my car is serviced on time, well looked after and stock there was a good improvement. ![]() cheers,Maka
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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cheers,Maka
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Ford AU Series Magazine Scans Here - www.fordforums.com.au/photos/index.php?cat=2792 Proud owner of a optioned keeper S1 Tickford Falcon AU XR6 VCT - "it's actually a better-balanced car than the XR8, goes almost as hard and uses about two-thirds of the fuel" (Drive.com 2007) |
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been there done that only down side os the induction sound dies :(
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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cheers,Maka
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I have a VCT and I use PVC. Over a period of time it melts.
That article has had extensive testing and 90mm creates no issues. I run 90mm stainless pipe no dramas. The trumpet is a good and bad Idea IMO. If you can get cold air in behind the headlights it'll be awese. I'd assume winter time no dramas. In summer I'd also garentee you'd get heat soak. Also negative pressure and positive pressure are things to be kept in mind. Arcon air boxers are awesome. Worth sussing. |
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Modified EF Airbox, AU VCT engine, 3" stainless steel pipe, std air filter and BA piping is the best combo I found, mainly because the EF upper will allow a 3" stainless steel pipe to just go straight in...
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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Thanks for the good info Day-Mo, but why is the trumpet a good/bad idea? Isnt it proven that a bellmouth flows better than a non flared one? Is it due to where the bellmouth is placed? Just wondering thats all! cheers,Maka
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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cheers,Maka
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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G'day Poelwyk, your (old) setup looks orgaschmick lol! I'd love to know how much of a gain the G&D airbox would achieve on a stocker like mine
![]() Those au 1 Fairmont grills look so classy mate! ps, thanks to Poelwyk & Uncle Ken for posting the pictures of their setups cheers,Maka
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I'm all for modding , but if you can tell a 5hp difference by driving a car then you should be a test driver in f1 .....
Placebo does a lot of things . Not saying it to be rude , but it's hardly noticeable . 50 hp , easy to tell , gear changes , converters , easy . 1 intake pile change making that big a difference ...... Maybe I need to play with the AU ![]()
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thanks mate it could be yours for a low price..... lol have a look at the for sale link in my sig... i donno how much gains bu its worth it i have a vid of the car running ...... it was a S1 Fairmont ![]() http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FN_tJ...5&feature=plcp
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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You never know until you have a go! spend the $100 bucks & find out lol! No offence taken at all mate lol! ![]() cheers,Maka
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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cheers,Maka
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Ford AU Series Magazine Scans Here - www.fordforums.com.au/photos/index.php?cat=2792 Proud owner of a optioned keeper S1 Tickford Falcon AU XR6 VCT - "it's actually a better-balanced car than the XR8, goes almost as hard and uses about two-thirds of the fuel" (Drive.com 2007) |
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i remember i did the BA intake mod on one of my falcons, along with a K'N pod and custom airbox, and when i sold it off and fitted the original setup (reverted car to stock to help resale) the difference was as clear as day....... at higher revs it lacked that "urge" compared to the modded intake |
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
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For sure , was a bit of tongue in cheek taken well by the op
![]() I had a built 4l in the late 90's early 2000 runnin 14.0 at the old track in an EA ... A well built intake compared to the ea setup was worth almost 0.5 over the quarter on the modded setup , and 2tenths when factory ! Stock 5 speed EA went 16.3 back in the day . Not bad for a nugget .
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What you need to think about ultimately is if your sucking in hot or cold air. If you sus my car thread there's a few CAI set ups in there. |
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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No worries mate i'll take a look, thanks.
cheers,Maka
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
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p,s- for those who dont know what wfo means, its wound flat out (full throttle). ![]() cheers,Maka
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