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2006 H3 Cold air intake

Can007

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Just finished installing a volant cold air intake. Man o Man what a difference!!!!

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650Hawk

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Nice. Too many people put on what they claim to be "Cold Air Intakes" that actually draw hotter air from inside the engine compartment.
 
Can007

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lol, I am not sure if it a true cold air intake (Unless you are running a scoop hood with direct airflow) but it definitely runs better.

The sad part is I am considering installing a snorkel so don’t know if I am going to keep this set up because it’s not wate proof. I am not 100% what to do.
 
Can007

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beth_davis11 said:
Very nice. Would you have a part number or recommendations for purchase?
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Before you buy…. Make a final decision if you want a snorkel or cold air intake. The air intake system is obsolete if you want to go with a snorkel system. Just something to consider.

I got mine from eBay…

www.ebay.com

Volant 15535 Closed Box Cold Air Intake- 2004-2006 Chevrolet Colorado 3.5L V6 | eBay

2004-2006 Chevrolet Colorado 3.5L V6. 2004-2006 GMC Canyon 3.5L V6. PowerCore Filter (CARB EO# D-526-8 ).
www.ebay.com
 
650Hawk

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Can007 said:
lol, I am not sure if it a true cold air intake (Unless you are running a scoop hood with direct airflow) but it definitely runs better.

The sad part is I am considering installing a snorkel so don’t know if I am going to keep this set up because it’s not wate proof. I am not 100% what to do.
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It's considered cold since the intake air comes from outside of the engine bay (just like stock). As for waterproof/snorkel, the stock intake location is (according to GM) good for 24" of water. Regardless, I don't see anything on a snorkel intake that would conflict with your Volant system, so...
 
Can007

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650Hawk said:
It's considered cold since the intake air comes from outside of the engine bay (just like stock). As for waterproof/snorkel, the stock intake location is (according to GM) good for 24" of water. Regardless, I don't see anything on a snorkel intake that would conflict with your Volant system, so...
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I bought the volant system thinking I would be able to use it as a true snorkel/cold air intake but the box is not water sealed like the stock box. The stock box would be better for snorkel setup. Although, I would prefer a water proof setup like some of the H4O members here.
 
650Hawk

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Can007 said:
I bought the volant system thinking I would be able to use it as a true snorkel/cold air intake but the box is not water sealed like the stock box. The stock box would be better for snorkel setup. Although, I would prefer a water proof setup like some of the H4O members here.
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Hmmm...wonder if you could add some rubber weather stripping to seal it?
 
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beth_davis11

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Can007 said:
Before you buy…. Make a final decision if you want a snorkel or cold air intake. The air intake system is obsolete if you want to go with a snorkel system. Just something to consider.

I got mine from eBay…

www.ebay.com

Volant 15535 Closed Box Cold Air Intake- 2004-2006 Chevrolet Colorado 3.5L V6 | eBay

2004-2006 Chevrolet Colorado 3.5L V6. 2004-2006 GMC Canyon 3.5L V6. PowerCore Filter (CARB EO# D-526-8 ).
www.ebay.com
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Thanks for the link and the food for thought. In the beginning stages of replacing and building my refurbished
 
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beth_davis11

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beth_davis11 said:
Thanks for the link and the food for thought. In the beginning stages of replacing and building my refurbished
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Would you know if the Volant 15535 would pass emissions/CARB on the 2006 3.5L H3? Any thoughts or experience with the K & N system. I am aware they are two completely different systems. One better than the other? I'm not keen on the look of the K & N aesthetic in the engine bay but if it works I am open to it. I like the idea of the snorkel but again not sure about Cali regulations of late. Plus any performance enhancements as well. Any additional helpful information is welcomed. Thanks
 
Can007

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beth_davis11 said:
Would you know if the Volant 15535 would pass emissions/CARB on the 2006 3.5L H3? Any thoughts or experience with the K & N system. I am aware they are two completely different systems. One better than the other? I'm not keen on the look of the K & N aesthetic in the engine bay but if it works I am open to it. I like the idea of the snorkel but again not sure about Cali regulations of late. Plus any performance enhancements as well. Any additional helpful information is welcomed. Thanks
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1. Yes both systems would pass smog.
2. K&N will get the job done. I stopped using them for filters a while ago due to the hassle of having to clean them and putting their oil on the filter. It caused issues with the MAF so I stopped using them. But they are good filters but just need attention.
3. If you have time, I would wait and look for an air doc intake pipe. 1. That would get the job done 2. Allow to use or factory setup. 3. Allow to eventually use a snorkel. 4. Save money for a better filter.
4. Now If you don’t plan to use the snorkel and you want a different look then I would go with volant or air raid box. Any enclosed intake box will always be better
 
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