Removing the MAF screen

EvilZ06 · Mar 20, 2001

There is a discussion on the CF about removing the MAF screen for a free hp gain.

How many people have done this on their Z06s, and have you had any problems with this mod.

Also, how do you actually remove the screen?
Any good tips to make it easier?

Thanks.

PA_Z06 · Mar 20, 2001

I removed my screen as part of my Halltech package installation. Some are reporting idling problems. I have not tried mine out yet due to the weather here. I'll have to wait and see if I have any problems.

As far as removel its easy. You can't remove it with out destroying it. I worked a small screw driver around the edges. It pry's right out. Be careful not to damage the small wires behind the screen.

Mark

EvilZ06 · Mar 20, 2001

Thanks for the removal tip!

Anyone else have any test results?
Idle problems?

BTW, is there an MAF trimmer available for the Z06/2001 yet? I want more flexibilty than the Halltech Magic Box provides.

Thanks!

Z06JIM · Mar 21, 2001

I removed mine about 2 months ago, no problems with idle or other.
I have the Halltech package with the magic box.

FRC Tom · Mar 21, 2001

I know someone that removed his screen with a cool air system and he gets a surging or mis at 2500 rpms.
I'm leaving mine alone.

Guest · Mar 21, 2001

Does anyone know the dyno results of doing this mod....The real numbers...I have talked to Mallett and Lingenfelter, they both have said don't do it. Period. For what it's worth Dennis

PowerShifter · Mar 26, 2001

I took the screen out of my 00 Coupe. It ran fine most of the time, but some times had the hunting at idle. It was worth @.05 at the drag strip. I think I will leave it in the ZO6 after talking to john at LPE. Ric

y2khardtop · Mar 29, 2001

I had been racing with mine in, but the GM engineer at the track said take it out! So I did. Not problems. Obviously, just keep a good filter in the car.

I wonder if the people with idle problems may have damaged theirs during removal?

PowerShifter · Mar 29, 2001

Y2K It's the posible unmeterd air, with won't hurt at the track just will lean it out slightly so it will be quicker but it might hurt the idle or not, it's a hit or miss type problem for the every day driver. Ric

hcvone · Mar 29, 2001

I took mine out of my C5 and the Z06 will be pulled out the first day or two. /phpBB/images/smiles/icon_smile.gif

Lawdogg · Mar 29, 2001

Mine has been gone since day one. DRM and TPIS said to ditch it, so I did. Runs great.

Removing the MAF screen

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