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Enlarging EL/AU 55mm airbox lid adaptor 

 

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 Post subject: Enlarging EL/AU 55mm airbox lid adaptor
Posted: Mon Mar 24, 2008 6:04 pm 
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Most people are aware that on 6cyl EL/AU falcons the airbox lid has an outlet of 55mm which is a restriction. Most probably ford used to keep induction noises down.


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By removing the inner rubber pipe you can increase the diameter of the exit to approx 66mm-70mm. This will result with better throttle response and mid-top end power.

Step1- Remove the 4 bolt adaptor (8mm bolts)

Step2- Screw 4bolt adaptor onto wooden block or hold in vice.

Step3- now use a holesaw approx 66-70mm and drill out the inner pipe. Making sure you don't scuff the outer rubber lip and leaving the internal bellmouth undamaged.

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Step4- Bolt airbox adaptor back on lid and enjoy.

Pics below use a golf ball as a comparison of size.

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Cheers....

 

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