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Old Jan 28, 2008 | 05:54 PM
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What would be the best cold air intake for my 04 silverado, 5.3, which one would give the best hp, and tq. gains?
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Old Jan 28, 2008 | 05:57 PM
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they are all so close in gains that any quality kit will be good. just make sure it has an airbox and a closed filter element and not one that is open to the hot engine bay.

the volant one has a ram air kit for it so that might sway your decision.
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Old Jan 28, 2008 | 05:59 PM
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i personally liked the gmpp cai its pricey but i saw a big difference with it.
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Old Jan 28, 2008 | 06:01 PM
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Or there is of course the make your own kit which can be done a number of ways for much less than any aftermarket kit. I guess I still just don't see the benefit in spending $250-300+ for some plastic tubing that has very little affect on performance.
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