C5 Blackwing Install
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Tools Needed: |
- Flathead screwdriver |
Things you will need: |
- Blackwing air filter housing and included coupler |
Intro: |
As most people know, one of the easiest ways to make more horsepower is by replacing the air induction system. More air or cooler air will result in more horsepower. One look at the stock airbox and you'll realize that maybe it's not the best design for getting the most amount of air into the engine. In this article I'll detail the very simple removal of the stock air induction system and the installation of the Donaldson Blackwing air filter. The example car is a Z06, however installation is the same regardless of year or model of C5. |
Lets begin:
Now unscrew the band clamp around the coupler at the throttle body using a flathead screwdriver. |
Once the airbox grommets are off the pegs, pull the air bridge up off the 2 rubber pegs on the black radiator shround and then the whole assembly can be removed. |
Next we need to disassemble the stock air induction system. Using a flathead screwdriver, disconnect the air bridge from the stock airbox by loosening the large band clamp. |
Now attach the maf/airbridge assembly to the blackwing. Tighten the band clamp using a flat head screwdriver. You should have something that looks like whats in the picture on the left. |