Best CAI for 5.3L?

ChrisAU · Jan 2, 2012

I want to get a CAI before I get my BB Tune, I have my eye on the Volant sealed box type. What is everyone here running and how do they like it?

domin8 · Jan 2, 2012

I have the GM Accessories CAI. It's a little pricey, but seeing as how I had problems with some other brands on my last car (Injen, K&N) I have decided to remain with GM parts on this vehicle. If your rig has the air filter monitor you will still be able to use it. The part I really like is that you should be abe to find a K&N cone filter for this setup, however, the filter this kit comes with is a dryflow. This kit also gives a nice rumble to the engine sound, especially when you floor it. Additionally, you won't get grief from the dealer if you have this installed. It comes with a 12 month/12k warranty.

ChrisAU · Jan 2, 2012

Not worried about Warranty, I have none left.

domin8 · Jan 2, 2012

ChrisAU said:
Not worried about Warranty, I have none left.

Same here on my truck. The CAI is what carries the warranty.

Wakinvol · Jan 3, 2012

... the GM Accessories CAI...

Got my eye on that one too.

Nuttzzy · Jan 3, 2012

running volant, sounds nice..

soulsea · Jan 3, 2012

Does anyone have the PN for the GMPP accessory CAI?

Ben · Jan 3, 2012

This is the 2007-2008 model.

http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/results.cfm?singlepart=1&AddPartNumber=17800809&partnumber=17800809

This is the one I'm gonna buy when it comes time.

soulsea · Jan 3, 2012

Thanks Ben ...

For some reason it's not compatible with newer trucks. :think:

felixgun · Jan 3, 2012

Nice. I paid a hundred less for the AIRAID CAI but I think I might get that one since its factory.

Zed 71 · Jan 3, 2012

soulsea said:
Thanks Ben ...

For some reason it's not compatible with newer trucks.

09+ have the MAF in a different location/mounting.

soulsea · Jan 3, 2012

Zed 71 said:
09+ have the MAF in a different location/mounting.

I see ... is there a GMPP CAI for the 09+ trucks?

Wakinvol · Jan 3, 2012

felixgun said:
Nice. I paid a hundred less for the AIRAID CAI but I think I might get that one since its factory.

That was my thinking too.

ChrisAU · Jan 3, 2012

It troubles me that GM acknowledges their intakes could be more efficient, and they produce more efficient ones, but do not put them on their vehicles from the factory.

Wakinvol · Jan 3, 2012

true...but the same could be said for boat motors. Mercury has their standard line and the Mercury Racing line. I think it is a performance issue.

carbon//m3 · Jan 3, 2012

I have a volant cai on my 2011 burb. I choose that one because you can add a ram air scoop.

05Yukon23 · Jan 3, 2012

ChrisAU said:
It troubles me that GM acknowledges their intakes could be more efficient, and they produce more efficient ones, but do not put them on their vehicles from the factory.

I think that is because the majority of buyers want a quieter ride and probably helps with some regulation they have to follow. I would think mainly just to be quieter.

domin8 · Jan 4, 2012

soulsea said:
I see ... is there a GMPP CAI for the 09+ trucks?

I really don't see why it would be any different than 07 & 08 models. Biggest differences that year were transmission and ecu. I don't see how it would affect anything, unless there is something I'm not aware of.

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Nuttzzy · Jan 4, 2012

carbon//m3 said:
I have a volant cai on my 2011 burb. I choose that one because you can add a ram air scoop.

for the right price lol.. I'm in the same boat

felixgun · Jan 4, 2012

domin8 said:
I really don't see why it would be any different than 07 & 08 models. Biggest differences that year were transmission and ecu. I don't see how it would affect anything, unless there is something I'm not aware of.

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They switched the location of the MAF sensor in 09 so all the aftermarket cai's are split between 07-08 and 09+.

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