Non-turbo forced induction

[Kloopofadown]

I was wondering that if I keep air from escaping the compartment in which the cai is located by means of hmm... sheet metal. With speed, I beleive this should create boost, without a turbo. I know it might not be very much, but it seems possible. Look in my gallery for the picture to understand what compartment I mean. I dont know if the level of boost would be measurable with a boost gauge, but I might get one just to see if there is a negative effect because of the location of the intake. I would appreciate any comments and suggestions.

 

[put2gether]

Seeing as how turbo boost is forced directly into the intake manifold, THROUGH the pipes and not, ON the filter, I doubt very seriously if this would work. But good luck on it anyways. Get a gauge and let us know.

 

[Defiant]

You'll begin to develop boost at around 180 miles an hour.

http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=68405

 

[punishercb]

I understand what you're trying to do. In theory, it could create boost, but at a EXTREMELY high enough speed to push air in....I mean a speed unachievable in your car, or any car for that matter. It's still not a bad idea though, at least your bringing in a colder air than the engine compartment. Can't hurt any. Plus, at highway speeds I'd be willing to bet that your getting somewhat of a push into the intake, creating at least a free flowing filter. At least you can say that you made it yourself, I always like doing something unconventional, no matter what it is.

 

[MattnGsx]

Nice, a home made cold air intake.

The amount of boost would be nothing to compensate on the drag you would create.

 

[Jazzie6044]

it wouldnt really be boost, but just a ram air effect. properly designed, yes an improvement can be made. just look at the ram air WS6 trans-am. I remember when they first came out guys were disappointed on the dyno, but on the strip or out on the road the ram air effect helped, at least a little. but the effect didnt seem to even start showing up until around 60 mph. obviously one thing to watch out for will be water.

 

[suicidal2af]

Some F1 cars build 1-2 psi just off of their intake manifold design. Crazy stuff.

 

[Defiant]

Yeh. F1 does it around 180.

Read the link. This one's been killed.