Vararam on ITBFST

[GRRRR8]

Here are some pics of the Vararam on ITBFST. It pulls a lot harder from 5,000 rpms up and thats without the HSRK! As soon as I get my harness I will retest it with the HSRK.

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm132/charlesvanwormer/DSC04868.jpg

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm132/charlesvanwormer/DSC04869.jpg

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm132/charlesvanwormer/DSC04870.jpg

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm132/charlesvanwormer/DSC05008.jpg

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm132/charlesvanwormer/DSC05009.jpg

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm132/charlesvanwormer/DSC05010.jpg

[G8GT721]

it amazes me how clean everyones car is

[-Ray-]

Looks great. I bet you wish you had a red fuel rail. :devil:

[Mike P]

it amazes me how clean everyones car is


I know! Under Charlie's hood it is like spotless! Super nice. I felt bad when I saw my cam install pictures because my engine area looked dirty compared to everyone else's..... :wacko:

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[GRRRR8]

There is some dirt under there. I need to clean it still! :)

[Mike P]

Charlie:

That Vararam CAI looks really nice. Do you think it is worth getting rid of my Roto Fab in favor of this Vararam unit? Can't wait to see the results with the HSRK on...... :)


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Here are some pics of the Vararam on ITBFST. It pulls a lot harder from 5,000 rpms up and thats without the HSRK! As soon as I get my harness I will retest it with the HSRK.


http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm132/charlesvanwormer/DSC04869.jpg

[GRRRR8]

Big difference on top end! The tuning isnt even done for it yet!

[Mike P]

Big difference on top end! The tuning isnt even done for it yet!


Yep, I see that. It looks like Vector should finalize tuning for it this coming week. I'll do a search, but who is selling the Vararam? (Performance companies / sponsors)? - which ones....


So, Charlie - do you think it will really help in the second half of the 1/4 mile, because of the big difference on the top end? (Especially with the HSRK in there...)


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[GRRRR8]

Yep, I see that. It looks like Vector should finalize tuning for it this coming week. I'll do a search, but who is selling the Vararam? (Performance companies / sponsors)? - which ones....


So, Charlie - do you think it will really help in the second half of the 1/4 mile, because of the big difference on the top end? (Especially with the HSRK in there...)


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Yes it will. You can get in on the group buy and get it from Vararam.

[GRRRR8]

Looks great. I bet you wish you had a red fuel rail. :devil:

In due time. I may need a fuel system upgrade. :devil:

[WhyteSS]

looks great

[jbradsh1]

Big difference on top end! The tuning isnt even done for it yet!

I know this has been gone over somewhat already, but what do you think makes this cai have better top end than say a RF? I'm trying to justify buying one is why I'm asking Charlie.

[GeorgeInNePa]

it amazes me how clean everyones car is


I know! Under Charlie's hood it is like spotless! Super nice. I felt bad when I saw my cam install pictures because my engine area looked dirty compared to everyone else's..... :wacko:

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There is some dirt under there. I need to clean it still! :)

Dirt? Want to see dirt?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v320/GeorgeInNePa/G8/downsized_0328091734a.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v320/GeorgeInNePa/G8/downsized_0328091734.jpg

[GRRRR8]

:spank::spank::spank:

[GeorgeInNePa]

What?


lol

[GRRRR8]

what?


Lol

Clean that car!!! :)

[cowbiker]

Big difference on top end! The tuning isnt even done for it yet!

I'm on the list for my GXP.

1. What's your feeling about any increased risk of taking a drink from heavy rains versus the OEM box?

2. I was wondering if it would benefit from the HSRK, I'll get that ordered too. ;- )

[GRRRR8]

I'm on the list for my GXP.

1. What's your feeling about any increased risk of taking a drink from heavy rains versus the OEM box?

2. I was wondering if it would benefit from the HSRK, I'll get that ordered too. ;- )

No way it can gulp water, the scoop faces down. Yes, get an HSRK!

[jetttstream]

How about some red vacuum line to match things up all the way? :)

-Mike

[GRRRR8]

How about some red vacuum line to match things up all the way? :)

-Mike

I am using all Earls AnoTuf fittings and Proflex 350 for all of that, but the overflow hoses in red would be nice!

[GRRRR8]

I know this has been gone over somewhat already, but what do you think makes this cai have better top end than say a RF? I'm trying to justify buying one is why I'm asking Charlie.

I would say yes. I base that answer on how much I had to do to get my Roto to make HP when it was out.

[wyldman]

Are you going to put your HSRK in the same spot G8Ray did or are you going to try something different?

[GRRRR8]

Are you going to put your HSRK in the same spot G8Ray did or are you going to try something different?

Might experiment, but I told Ray where to put his as I knew that was a good spot.

[GeorgeInNePa]

Might experiment, but I told Ray where to put his as I knew that was a good spot.

I put mine the same distance from the neck, but a little higher.

[wyldman]

Looks like a good spot to me but I'm no expert. I just wasn't sure how much input you had on it.

[-Ray-]

Looks like a good spot to me but I'm no expert. I just wasn't sure how much input you had on it.

The spot selected for mine worked.

[Darkside]

Looks nice Charlie. Also looks like its going to need alot of modification for a radiator cover.

[GRRRR8]

Looks nice Charlie. Also looks like its going to need alot of modification for a radiator cover.

I think the radiator covers look good on stock cars, but once you start modding I like to see everything.

[GRRRR8]

Bump for Patrick so he can see pics!

[vararam]

Bump for Patrick so he can see pics!I'll make sure he sees the pics tomorrow!!!! LOOOOKIINNG GOOOODDD!!
Steve

[jbradsh1]

I would say yes. I base that answer on how much I had to do to get my Roto to make HP when it was out.

Does "I would say yes" mean, it does make more top end hp? And "how much I had to do to get my RF to make HP when it was out", what does this mean? Charlie, I'm sorry but I'm not getting something here.

[GRRRR8]

I can say yes for sure after the dyno results. :) I modified my lower panel and made a block off plate for my Roto and it really helped. The Vararam does not need these mods.

[GRRRR8]

I'll make sure he sees the pics tomorrow!!!! LOOOOKIINNG GOOOODDD!!
Steve

I am sending you a link to my photo bucket so he can pic whatever pics he wants.

[KaheeNalu]

Charlie, love the way you routed the wiring harness under the Vararam filter...loved it so much I did it as well. Only thing I noticed while doing it was I had wires and connector running from the center of the harness to the front of the grill. I basically unwrapped the wire loom and wires to relocate just those wires. So question is did you run into the same issue when routing your wiring harness under your unit? If you didnt have to do the same what did you do with that set of wires and connector? I would send pictures...but after seeing how clean yours looks...I decided against it....lol.

[Mlozano]

I don't know why but i though you had a maggie charlie, i was really confused looking at those pics. Nice clean engine BTW

[Devilish34]

Dirt? Want to see dirt?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v320/GeorgeInNePa/G8/downsized_0328091734a.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v320/GeorgeInNePa/G8/downsized_0328091734.jpg


Damn man I'd hate to see the rest of your car

[-Ray-]

I heard George's car smells like bacon.

[GRRRR8]

i don't know why but i though you had a maggie charlie, i was really confused looking at those pics. Nice clean engine btw

All motor!

[Ageranger]

your car is absolutely insane charlie im very jealous.

[GRRRR8]

your car is absolutely insane charlie im very jealous.

Thanks, but you live in Fort Walton Beach! I might consider a trade! :)

[Ageranger]

Haha anytime you want!

[GeorgeInNePa]

Damn man I'd hate to see the rest of your car

Currently, I live on a dirt road.

;)

[Mlozano]

Hmmmm... charlie i think you "might" have issues claiming your warranty. :) I love it.

Some people are like, "i think i'll wait untill my warranty expires to make the MODs, I say why? if you mess something up then your definetly not gonna get it fixed, at least now you have a chance of gettin away with it.

[cowbiker]

No way it can gulp water, the scoop faces down. Yes, get an HSRK!

Thanks again Charlie, got it yesterday, awaiting my HSRK, expect to install everything this weekend on the GXP.

[cowbiker]

Well just finished up an afternoon of work, Heater hose relo, billet prototype catch can, installing the Vararam, Vector HSRK and leaving the top cover out. I am BEYOND THANKFUL Charlie said to get the HSRK, on the GXP there is not nearly enough slack in the MAF harness to reach, I don't know if the GT is the same way, but if it is, it'd be good to make mention of it in the instructions under the 'required materials/items needed space'.

Thanks Charlie!

With this said, uh, YEH! The car sounds evil. Putting SLP PowerFlo's on it quieted it down from stock, but when you lay into it w/ the Vararam and the tach passes 4K it sounds down right ANGRY.

Akin to LT1-99-SS, I shaved barbs on the brass pvc elbow on the inlet track side, I cut down 1 2/3rds and polished it down to leave two remaining and deburred it.

An additional comment would be the VMS's instructions for the HSRK were spot on in suggesting a Step Drill bit for fitting w/ the grommet, this was the perfect tool for the box and a bit of massaging of it I.D. of the groment with a normal bit low speed netted a good fit and seal.

Thanks for all the suggestions and help gents!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3320/3432345781_45c8185608.jpg?v=0
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3634/3434270261_8c0c31a8dd.jpg?v=0
Ps. Thanks for the Holiday Catch on the PVC circut Charlie.

[GRRRR8]

Your welcome! Congrats on your 1st mods. :woohoo:

[Devilish34]

Currently, I live on a dirt road.

;)

Is there any other in Clarks Summit???

[GeorgeInNePa]

Is there any other in Clarks Summit???

There's not many dirt roads in Clarks Summit. CS is a suburb (if you could call it that) of Scranton. All of the Drs, Lawyers and other people with a few bucks from Scranton live in CS, Dalton, Waverly and the surrounding area.

I currently live in Union Dale, we have lots of dirt roads. ;)

We are moving to CS, we are selling our house in the country and moving to the "city". lol

[Mlozano]

Is there any real need for a HSRK with the Vararam OTR? If yes, where's the best place to put it and should i take any precautions with the install?

EDIT: nevermind i forgot that the HSRK has a much faster reacting sensor, answered my own question.

[Mlozano]

Well just finished up an afternoon of work, Heater hose relo, billet prototype catch can, installing the Vararam, Vector HSRK and leaving the top cover out. I am BEYOND THANKFUL Charlie said to get the HSRK, on the GXP there is not nearly enough slack in the MAF harness to reach, I don't know if the GT is the same way, but if it is, it'd be good to make mention of it in the instructions under the 'required materials/items needed space'.

Thanks Charlie!

With this said, uh, YEH! The car sounds evil. Putting SLP PowerFlo's on it quieted it down from stock, but when you lay into it w/ the Vararam and the tach passes 4K it sounds down right ANGRY.

Akin to LT1-99-SS, I shaved barbs on the brass pvc elbow on the inlet track side, I cut down 1 2/3rds and polished it down to leave two remaining and deburred it.

An additional comment would be the VMS's instructions for the HSRK were spot on in suggesting a Step Drill bit for fitting w/ the grommet, this was the perfect tool for the box and a bit of massaging of it I.D. of the groment with a normal bit low speed netted a good fit and seal.

Thanks for all the suggestions and help gents!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3320/3432345781_45c8185608.jpg?v=0
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3634/3434270261_8c0c31a8dd.jpg?v=0
Ps. Thanks for the Holiday Catch on the PVC circut Charlie.

Question: Why are the lines on your catch can going in the same direction, i thought they whent in the same place as the original PVC; front passenger to rear driver with a can in the middle.

[GRRRR8]

He has a GXP so it has a different location. It is the same way when you remove DOD also.

[Mlozano]

Oh ok, thanks

[r33pwrd]

Edit never mind :)

[cowbiker]

LS3 routes the circut differently, it's what the watchful and terminally helpful Charlie spotted on Easter Sunday. Shown is the correct plumbing for the LS3. Thanks again Charlie.

[PostalCherokee]

I got mine today! Didn't even know it was coming, lol.

[GRRRR8]

Pics for the weekend installers.

[GRRRR8]

Bump for Tony/Josh.

[JoshHefnerX]

Thanks

[ChicagoG8GT]

x2

[IXLR8]

Since Charlie and I have the same color car, I can just show my friends the pictures of his car....right? No need to open the hood. You know how that latch sticks... :)