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Old 09-14-2006, 05:47 PM
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http://www.tornadoair.com/

Has/ is anyone using these and do they really do anything for the engine? I Have heard alot of people say that they really do help, still kinda of a skeptic though.
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Originally Posted by MPsulamon
http://www.tornadoair.com/

Has/ is anyone using these and do they really do anything for the engine? I Have heard alot of people say that they really do help, still kinda of a skeptic though.
garbage, if you want you can just send me the $30 and youll see just as much improvement

http://bonnevilleclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=29283
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I think any possible gain from the swirling effect would be negated by the extra restriction you now have in your intake.
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Originally Posted by harofreak00
Total $69.98
How many you want????
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thats what I figured... thought I would post about it though.... just see what everyones thoughts were.
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Not dissin' ya, man. Just making sure we get everyone on the same page. The thing actually works on SOME carbureted designs (older cars).
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Originally Posted by willwren
Not dissin' ya, man. Just making sure we get everyone on the same page. The thing actually works on SOME carbureted designs (older cars).
Ya I know your not "dissin me". I didn't think they worked in the first place. However this is the Brainstorming section so I figured I would throw something out there to "Brainstorm" with.
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Good question + good replies + no flaming the noob = GREAT topic folks. Good job here.

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