Intake on a hybrid?

[B.G.]

Does anyone know if I can run a SRI or CAI on my Tahoe hybrid? Has anyone done it? And if so what model? Thanks

 

[Decrow]

I bought an Airaid JR kit, and Throttle Body Spacer last week from Summit racing. The CAI tube would not fit due to lack of clearance from the resivor in front, even though it said would fit 2007-2011 Chevy Tahoe 4.8, 5.3, 6.0L's.
The Throttle Body Space fits, and with some patients the stock intake can be put back on (tight fit). I just put it on Friday night, haven't went any where to determine gas mileage change +/-. I Will keep you posted. I have seen people put the Volant CAI on, but I didnt want to spend $300-$400 right now.

 

[B.G.]

Let us know what your impressions of the spacer are! I wonder if the AIRAID MIT will fit? Have you ever looked into that?

 

[Decrow]

The Airaid JR kit is a MIT, with a drop-in filter. The bend on the tube off the Throttle Body is to great, look at how narrow the stock intake is. The U-build it kit may work, but why not just buy from somebody that has a correct fitting kit.

 

[B.G.]

ahhh, I see.. Thats a bummer.. Yeah, it looks like our only option is the Volant right now, which requires a little trimming from what I hear

 

[Decrow]

Yea, Volant if you really want CAI. Here is a link to another forum were they installed Volant on a HYbrid.
http://www.greenhybrid.com/discuss/f69/installed-volant-intake-today-24316/