Colin

I'm installing a '93 LT1/M6 powertrain into a 1972 Vega GT. I want to run a cone filter on the front of the throttle body. Where should I relocate the IAT to?

Thanks,
Colin

mourningyou

You could just resistor it or leave it exposed to the air in the engine compartment. The general consensus is that the IAT does nothing. If you search a little bit you will find plenty of posts to back it up.

Colin

Resistoring the IAT is very stupid on a Speed Density system. I'm not interested in a hack job. I've spent over $4000 on my powertrain and accessories. I have cut the floor out of my car and spent dozens of hours sandblasting and painting the underhood area.

I am not going to ruin it all with a 25 cent resistor. Anyone else have solid advice?
Thanks,
Colin

Colin

I will be the first to say that post was a bit harsh.

I have read over and over on here how stupid that mod is so I pretty much figured he'd also read posts regarding that. So to mourningyou, I apologize.

Anyone have any advice?
Thanks,
Colin

bingo

What kind of cone are you running? A pic would help.

Colin

hey, thanks for replying..

I am using this filter.. K&N RC-5000

bingo

That is the cone for 90-92 Tune Port setups. I don't think that will clear the water pump. I tried it on mine and I am pretty sure it hit the water neck. Have you looked on street & performance web site( www.hotrodlane.cc )? They have a short filter for speed density setups with a place for the IAT.

Injuneer

I had a cone filter on my Callaway Honker. I found a rubber grommet that would fit snuggly over the IAT sensor, and drilled a hole in the center of the metal cap on the end of the filter to mount it.

As noted above..... IAT is a critical part of figuring the "density" portion of speed-density. Not good to delete it.