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01-05-2013, 08:28 PM
#121
Vendors
I just had this done as well I can tell a little better responce. We did cut the bottom of the Roto-Fab box to let more air in as well.
2009 Pontiac G8 GT P.S.M Sport + Premium with Sun Roof. VCM CAI,Tune by Chenry Motorsports, Ported Intake & Throttle Body by Fasterproms, Kooks Headers & X-Pipe with Pypes Violators, Nitrous Outlet Direct Port, Precision Industries 2800 Stall, Brembo's, lots of goodies from Crazy Paul.Holden Commodore VE SS-V series 1 bumper and hood. Camaro 3.27 Diff. Staggered 20s, Nitto 555 Tires,Complete BMR suspension upgrade. Just installed Texas Speed Heads and Cam. D.S.S 1 piece driveshaft, ZL1 pump. New 1/4 mile times coming soon.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/btrflag8gt/
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01-05-2013, 10:01 PM
#122
grill.jpg
This is my take on the mod. (hopefully pic uploads) I used a dremel, and only removed the centre 9 holes - trying to make it look factory and leaving the outer hexes filled it. I de-bured it , and took extra time with a tranny pic trying to make it look perfect.
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01-06-2013, 05:18 AM
#123
VIP Member
If you are worried about water you can drill some holes in the bottom of the lower panel below the intake. If any gets in it will drain right out. Also lets some extra air in. That's what I did on my GT. The block off panel I made was also long enough to cover the lines behind the grill.
RIP Charlie, The GRRRR8 One
[SIZE="2"][COLOR="Red"]
2009 G8 GXP, #715 0f 1829 (one of 38 as optioned), MSM, M6, Sunroof, Onyx/Red (sold)
2009 G8 GXP, #807 of 1829, MSM, A6, sunroof
2016 Chevy SS, Mystic Green, roof, spare, #555 of 2221.
You can push the envelope, but it's still stationery
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01-28-2013, 08:08 AM
#124
I made a grrr8 block off plate to go with my lower panel mod:
09.1 G8 GT, 20x9/10 Red G wheels, magnaflow catback, DT's, Crawford ported TB/manifold, Spectre 4"/LS7 MAF, Rotofab, HID's, Aussie SV6 tails, GXP rear diffuser, BMR strut bushings/cradle inserts, BMR sway, Megan Coils, CTS-V 6/4pot Brembos, HSV steering wheel.
http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l4...psce2f18b1.jpg
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01-28-2013, 01:54 PM
#125
VIP Member
My version of the LP mod...
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02-28-2014, 06:21 AM
#126
Member
Epic thread guys, and very helpful indeed... Here is my question though, and it seems this has not been addressed here yet... Obviously at this point it seems there are no ill effects with hydro lock for those using a rotofab and the like, but what about those using a true in the fender cai like a new era or opg? I'm buying an opg used this week from a guy locally at a grrrr8 price, and would like to get more air to it, but once again, living in the north east I'm concerned about snow and rain.
Cheers,
Gary
2009 PBM G8 GT 1SD
2009 BMW 328i M-Sport
1992 GTA Trans Am. 1 of 48.
Mr.Angry.GTP Skunkwerks. Innovation since 1987 baby.
RIP Charlie
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02-28-2014, 02:26 PM
#127
Addicted Member
I used a sock on my filter just in case.
'09 LY7------------------------------->Traded for GXP.
2.5" SS MBS GT Midpipe/Xpipe/V6Solo Muffs
Fenderwell CAI/HSRK/Lower panal MOD
BMR strut bar/tower caps
GT Brakes/cross drilled&slotted rotors front&rear
Pedders drop springs
Roto-fab fuse box cover and rad cover both gloss black
Tint 50/20,crystal clear markers
G8 fuel lid/Calais trim/SV6 rebadge,sill plates
Holden center caps,steering wheel,shifter
LED Spyder tail lights,switchbacks,fogs,etc.../6K HID
MM CF Spoiler
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02-28-2014, 08:59 PM
#128
Member
^^^looks like ill do the same..
2009 PBM G8 GT 1SD
2009 BMW 328i M-Sport
1992 GTA Trans Am. 1 of 48.
Mr.Angry.GTP Skunkwerks. Innovation since 1987 baby.
RIP Charlie
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03-01-2014, 03:43 AM
#129
VIP Member
A friend gave me some fine steel mesh that I put over the inlet. Another option would be a filter cover like K&N sells.
Or a sock.
RIP Charlie, The GRRRR8 One
[SIZE="2"][COLOR="Red"]
2009 G8 GXP, #715 0f 1829 (one of 38 as optioned), MSM, M6, Sunroof, Onyx/Red (sold)
2009 G8 GXP, #807 of 1829, MSM, A6, sunroof
2016 Chevy SS, Mystic Green, roof, spare, #555 of 2221.
You can push the envelope, but it's still stationery
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03-08-2014, 08:04 PM
#130
VIP Member
I attempted the mod today. I started the mod by drilling out the centers. Having limited tools and patience, it was a PITA squaring off the holes with dykes and a single razor blade. I buggered up some of the outer slots so I may buy another grille and try it with a grinder or something. The hardest part of getting it off was around the fog light. That took a while to get loose.
2008 MGM G8 GT Mods: Cam, Heads, Maggie 1900, Kooks, Corsa,BAP, Homelink, Auto Dim Mirror, Camaro brakes, BC Coilovers, and some fancy wheels w/ 265/40/18 ET Street II. Tuned by Howard at Redline Motorsports. 524hp 454tq on 7.5 lb boost
recorded at XP Racing, OKC OK 3/30/14, 11.82 @ 120 at TRP 5/3/14