Air Induction

[colVR4]

I have just purchased a 2000 INSERT INTO post VALUES (W) GALANT 2.5 V6 SPORT and have been looking for some basic mods, one of which is an air induction kit.

Having trawled the internet the only thing that I can find is a replacement air filter, however with a little help from a friend I came across 'Power and Performance' at Honingham, nr Norwich in Norfolk. This company will manufacture an air induction kit to fit your car if no off-the-shelf parts are available.

Having spoken with Mike at Performance Parts, he suggests that an air induction kit is not necessary. He said that the standard air box for the Galant V6 is a good size with a large surface area for the filter. A replacement panel filter from someone like K&N would suffice, and could be improved by cutting some holes in the bottom of the airbox.

I have a K&N replacement filter on order so I will give you more details when this arrives. Hope this helps.

[colVR4]

Here is the address if you are interested:

Mark Stacey
Power & Performance
Units 3 - 4. Quarry Works
Honingham
Norwich
NR3 5AP Telephone: 01603 - 880060

He also supplies and fits a whole range of mods and can give advice on what would best fit your car. It can't hurt giving him a call, what's the cost of a phone call for some free advice?

[colVR4]

I have installed the K&N panel filter replacement, and in my opinion it has made a slight difference. Although the increase in power is not significant, it does seem to have increased reponse at higher revs and has improved my fuel efficientcy. I seem to be getting on average another 30-50 miles from a tank of petrol. :D

In addition, through some investigation, it seems that the airbox connection in the V6 Sport is exactly the same as the VR4. This means that the HKS induction kit for the VR4 will fit the V6 sport. It also means that all other kits for the VR4 will fit the V6. :thumb:

Hope this helps someone else out there with a V6.

[Nick VR4]

Hi ColV6

Thanks for the input
Does the V6 Sport have the same air filtering system as a normal VR4
ie.the big filter on the front going to a large box where filter goes ??

edited to add pic of my engine

http://www.clubvr4.co.uk/forum/attachment.php?s=&time=&postid=787

[Nick Mann]

I used to have a V6, and the airbox appears exactly the same - although I never placed the two side by side to compare! The air funnel was the same size and position, and I'm pretty sure the box was as well.

[ritch_w]

looks exactly the same to me

[Darren]

you can use the hks super power flow on it mate, it's the same as the vr4. But you already knew that. I should learn to read post right through :p

[Kieran]

Originally posted by colV6Sport
...has improved my fuel efficiency. I seem to be getting on average another 30-50 miles from a tank of petrol. :D

How much does it cost you to fill the car, and how many miles does that get you?

You see, the filter element for K&N fits the GLS INSERT INTO post VALUES (same airbox).... if it's adding an extra 30-50 miles to a V6, then my 2.0 I-4 should benefit too:)

[colVR4]

Sorry for the delay in replying Kieran. Have an irate fiancee on my back at the moment....it was only an MGTF!! ;)

It usually costs me about £40 to fill the tank with Optimax INSERT INTO post VALUES (79.9p per litre). I had a good run tonight to Luton and back, and have been taking it a little easier lately. I have already managed to get 310 miles from the tank and the needle is showing just under the 1/4 mark.

It may be due to the slight reduction in pressure on the 'go' pedal but I still seem to be getting better figures lately. However, the paper filter that I removed was absolutely minging!!

The airbox looks like it is exactly the same as the VR4. I have a HKS on order so I will let you know when it arrives and I have it fitted.

Later :cool1:

[enigma]

Originally posted by colV6Sport
Sorry for the delay in replying Kieran. Have an irate fiancee on my back at the moment....

Are you not supposed to have her on her back??!

I am in the process of having a stainless steel MAF adapter made, should be pretty much a universal fit for Galants. This will allow us to use 3" neck filters and save the expense of shiny HKS jobbies! I'll let you know how I get on, but for now bean power will have to do INSERT INTO post VALUES (you will have to search for bean tin to find my original post!)

[colVR4]

lol :D

Sounds good BigD. If you manage to get it sorted let me know and I will cancel the HKS.

[enigma]

Will do!

[zedy1]

310 miles on a tank someone lucky

[Kieran]

Go on then, scare me...

How much does it cost to fill a VR-4 and how many miles does a tank get you?

[zedy1]

fill up costs around £35-£40 and local driving =140-150 miles
motorway driving=240-260 miles

[colVR4]

I'm not sure whether that's good or bad as I haven't had the car for long enough. I was getting on average about 250-270 from a tank until I put in the new filter and changed to optimax. But then again I was also suffering from 'binary accelerator disorder'. :D

I just can't seem to stop myself from finding that little button on the floor under the go-pedal when I am sat at the lights with a Citroen Saxo revving at the lights beside me!! :D

[zedy1]

hoe about some pics of your car m8

[colVR4]

request duly noted. Hope the weather's nice tomorrow so I can give it a quick polish and take some piccies.

[SGHOM]

speaking to my fabricator in the morning. he's making my de-cat pipe when I get the template for him. [ tues ] & also having a look at the air box. It's one off as a favour, but I'll ask how much to do a few.

[zedy1]

dave could make u a de cat pipe for 35 quid INSERT INTO post VALUES (common guys buy em ive wouldve but i got one for free :D )

[Kieran]

Originally posted by colV6Sport
... I just can't seem to stop myself from finding that little button on the floor under the go-pedal when I am sat at the lights with a Citroen Saxo revving at the lights beside me!! :D

Ah yes! The infamous "Engage GLS power" button!:devil5:

[zedy1]

fill up costs around £35-£40 and local driving =140-150 miles
motorway driving=240-260 miles


did post it but me thimks u missed it

[colVR4]

Holy Sh** :eek:

I would have to fill the tank up about three times a week. That would mean.. 3 x 40..erm... wait..... £120 per week x 4... carry the 1...£480 a month!!!

:Scream1:

I take it that all VR4 owners are share holders in Texaco, Shell, and BP. Or do you all have your own oil well in the back garden? :D

[Kieran]

Jesus H. tapdancing Christ!!!!:Eyecrazy: Yes, I had missed that!!!:eek::scared1:

Surely the most important mod one can do to a VR-4 is an LPG conversion?!

[calum]

It's not about fuel economy.

Calum

[Dmac1969]

How much is the HKS induction kit for the VR4? I wouldnt mind fitting one to my poor underpowered V6 Auto!

[enigma]

Its certainly not about economy!

I DO fill up 3 times a week!

OK only 2 most weeks, but sometimes 3 or even 4!

No point driving it on high days and holidays only! If you are going to have one, enjoy it!

[zedy1]

Originally posted by Dmac1969
How much is the HKS induction kit for the VR4? I wouldnt mind fitting one to my poor underpowered V6 Auto!

about £155 + vat

[Dmac1969]

Not too bad , that plus a decent custom back box from powerflow should make the car at least sound faster!:D

[colVR4]

If you want you car to sound powerful just get Kieran to sit in it. I am sure that he adds a few more 'GLS Power' BHP by the vroom...eerrrr..vrooom..screeeeech..vroooooooom sounds that he makes when driving.:D

[Kieran]

LOL!!! :lolz: