Made the upgrade to Attack Blue on my son’s car today. You left out the part where we drop our 8mm socket down into the engine bay.😅 I so wanted to here it hit the concrete below. Adds about 30 minutes to the process. 😊. Otherwise, no problems and the car seems to run great.
The only accurate way to check a horsepower increase would be to start with a new stock filter and do a dyno test. Then replace the stock filter with the Attack Blue filter and do another dyno pull. The only problem with that is that dyno time isn't cheap.
Just an FYI, The hood vent is not a cold air intake for the air filter. That air comes through the front. The hood vent is for escaping air to prevent hot air from gathering around the engine, so the heat is removed more effectively.
I've never swapped any of the air filters or boxes in our Vettes. There's just so many to choose from, I could never figure out which one might be better so I just decided not to worry about it. I did run the K&N filter in my '69 Charger. It didn't help it any but I got a cool sticker with it :)
Installed Attack filter today and check engine light came on at startup. Disconnected and reconnected negative battery cable and light went out. Bad and cold weather prevents road test today.
It makes sense if you notice a difference in throttle response with the exhaust valves open. More air coming in, needs more air to go out to gain the benefit of a more free flowing filter. As to sound. Not loud enough. You know what they say, if it's too loud, you're too old. LOL Save the Wave.
Awesome thanks for the installation video, now I am confident to do it. how many hp gain? Hopefully they will have some nice discount in the upcoming holidays.
I couldn't get the air filter box closed all the way after the attack blue was in, I can keep it shut by hand but the screws won't go in anymore and it hangs a little loose up top. Any tips?
I replace my stock Factory air box with the factory performance air box don't know about any horsepower gains but throttle response was a lot better and you can tell that it breathe easier. The factory performance air box is bigger on the inside than the stock box you can do a side-by-side comparison I did so you can see the Improvement
@@CarGuy11 when you change your air filter look inside the tube and the throttle body you will see a thin oil film. I don't have a catch can yet but I'm getting one. I only have 4 miles. I saw this when i change my air box
@@justinreid8851 Carguy11 picked up about 10hp without doing anything. No tune ( a tune can void your warranty) and no modifying the air box. He just dropped the Attack Blue filter in. Whats equally important is filtration. Its a fact that nano fibers (used for the Attack Blue media) offers the absolute best filtration with the most airflow. There's no trade off.
@@justinreid8851 Which is why the Attack Blue has a unique larger base. The larger base provides more media to flow more air rather then plastic or urethane like other filters.
5:06 I've never noticed the Engine Sound Management in the settings. Is it hidden somewhere or part of an option? I'm gonna have to look again on our '14 when we get it out of storage. Sweet! Cool vid!
I'll check ours again and give you an update. Its a 3LT Z51, but I sure don't remember seeing any Sound Management. This could be like Christmas in July :)
Here is my video on where to find modes. I believe 2014 can just keep them open (off) or change with modes (auto) ua-cam.com/video/Mk1DX2M2iG8/v-deo.html&t
@@CarGuy11 Our exhaust changes settings automatically when we select the different drive modes using the dial on the console. I didn't realize we could set the exhaust independently. This is kinda like pulling the fuse on the dual mode exhaust of the Grand Sport :)
What the heck does sound level have to do with performance? Is the idea louder is better? Just add a siren and crowing rooster and your car will be louder.
@@CarGuy11 Well, I sure hope you’re right. I put an attack blue on my C6 a week ago. I think it’s flowing better than stock. Have you out it on a flow tester to get CFM? I stuck an OBDII scanner on my C6, and it looks like more air is moving, but it’s tricky to get accurate results because the ECM adjusts so many parameters at the same time. The hold down bracket is garbage. I didn’t have the stock bracket because there was a K&N in mine previously, so I bought theirs. Yeah, not a good choice. I need to just fashion my own hold down brackets. I did two. I need to do them all.
NOT a good review because you're comparing the new aftermarket to an old 25k miles OEM filter (needs to be a new OEM). I replaced my OEM filter at 15k miles and it felt punchier too.
Very useful vid. I am about to replace my air filter on my new to me C7, and I find this video the most helpful. Thanks CarGuy11!
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Made the upgrade to Attack Blue on my son’s car today. You left out the part where we drop our 8mm socket down into the engine bay.😅 I so wanted to here it hit the concrete below. Adds about 30 minutes to the process. 😊. Otherwise, no problems and the car seems to run great.
Haha nice!
Thank you for the direct and easy to follow instructions.
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The only accurate way to check a horsepower increase would be to start with a new stock filter and do a dyno test. Then replace the stock filter with the Attack Blue filter and do another dyno pull. The only problem with that is that dyno time isn't cheap.
Yeah true & not worth it for a couple horsepower difference.
Just an FYI, The hood vent is not a cold air intake for the air filter. That air comes through the front. The hood vent is for escaping air to prevent hot air from gathering around the engine, so the heat is removed more effectively.
That’s correct!
@@CarGuy11 You stated in the video that the hood vent is for bringing in air for the air filter.
Great video since this 3 years old do still own the blue stingray I remember when you were there when it came off the trailer really cool
Oh nice thanks for still watching!
I've never swapped any of the air filters or boxes in our Vettes. There's just so many to choose from, I could never figure out which one might be better so I just decided not to worry about it.
I did run the K&N filter in my '69 Charger. It didn't help it any but I got a cool sticker with it :)
Yes it’s a subtle change but can wash & reuse so not a bad option.
Installed Attack filter today and check engine light came on at startup. Disconnected and reconnected negative battery cable and light went out. Bad and cold weather prevents road test today.
It makes sense if you notice a difference in throttle response with the exhaust valves open. More air coming in, needs more air to go out to gain the benefit of a more free flowing filter. As to sound. Not loud enough. You know what they say, if it's too loud, you're too old. LOL Save the Wave.
Haha yeah wish I did the test with valves open.
in the 80-los angeles...ole radio station...knac...their motto..if its too loud;yer to f...n old!!!
Lolol I literally never close my valves. 2min into being inside mine, I changed settings for track exhaust override regardless of driving mode🤷🏾♂️
Haha yep just for this video lol.
Great video, thanks so much!!
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Nice post. Off topic...how did you keep the logo on the screen? thanks
Thanks! It’s the screen when radio is powered off starting for 2016 models.
Awesome thanks for the installation video, now I am confident to do it. how many hp gain? Hopefully they will have some nice discount in the upcoming holidays.
Sure thing! Probably only few hp gain but an increase in throttle response.
I couldn't get the air filter box closed all the way after the attack blue was in, I can keep it shut by hand but the screws won't go in anymore and it hangs a little loose up top. Any tips?
You stripped the plastic holes. Fill with adhesive. Let it cure. Then screw the screws in.
This video really helped. Thanks 😊
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how do you keep the radio screen to keep the corvette flags on the whole time?
Just power off radio (press & hold power button) but this feature started for 2016.
It's - - - - ALL IN YOUR MIND
I replace my stock Factory air box with the factory performance air box don't know about any horsepower gains but throttle response was a lot better and you can tell that it breathe easier. The factory performance air box is bigger on the inside than the stock box you can do a side-by-side comparison I did so you can see the Improvement
Oh cool I actually forgot about the GM one. I just wish they included piping without the baffling for more sound.
@@CarGuy11 have you or do you know of anyone with try the GDI cleaner under intake valve didn't work or did it hurt the catalytic converters
Speell correct 😐🤔
I haven’t heard anyone need to use a cleaner at all.
@@CarGuy11 when you change your air filter look inside the tube and the throttle body you will see a thin oil film. I don't have a catch can yet but I'm getting one. I only have 4 miles. I saw this when i change my air box
B&m filters r the way to go for stock replacement. Its not the filter so much as for. Base of the filter is the restriction. Check it out
This filter is larger & less restrictive than stock yet it filters better because of nano fibers.
@@CarGuy11 check out the b&m filters. I picked up 15hp with tune jus a filter and. Air box modification
@@justinreid8851 Carguy11 picked up about 10hp without doing anything. No tune ( a tune can void your warranty) and no modifying the air box. He just dropped the Attack Blue filter in. Whats equally important is filtration. Its a fact that nano fibers (used for the Attack Blue media) offers the absolute best filtration with the most airflow. There's no trade off.
@@tkoperformance I dont need a warranty. The restriction is the base of the filter
@@justinreid8851 Which is why the Attack Blue has a unique larger base. The larger base provides more media to flow more air rather then plastic or urethane like other filters.
5:06 I've never noticed the Engine Sound Management in the settings. Is it hidden somewhere or part of an option? I'm gonna have to look again on our '14 when we get it out of storage. Sweet!
Cool vid!
2014s did have as many options unfortunately.
I'll check ours again and give you an update. Its a 3LT Z51, but I sure don't remember seeing any Sound Management. This could be like Christmas in July :)
Here is my video on where to find modes. I believe 2014 can just keep them open (off) or change with modes (auto) ua-cam.com/video/Mk1DX2M2iG8/v-deo.html&t
@@CarGuy11 Nice! I guess I only used that screen for the date and time lol! Thanks for the refresher!
@@CarGuy11 Our exhaust changes settings automatically when we select the different drive modes using the dial on the console. I didn't realize we could set the exhaust independently. This is kinda like pulling the fuse on the dual mode exhaust of the Grand Sport :)
excellent video thanks
Thanks for watching!
another good video!
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Did you ever get check engine lights? The K&N gave me trouble.
No never had an issue.
I was wondering that blue filter that attack filter that you put in your car helped your car and I like some feedback if you can offer some ..thanks
It’s a very subtle change but it does offer better filtration & is washable.
Any long term update on the filter? Good after washing?
I haven’t had to wash it because I switched to this but should be fine to wash. ua-cam.com/video/Yc6HRCmpzXc/v-deo.html
I have a C6 2010 with stock intake. Can I get the blue attack filter and fit it in the stock box? The sound will be throatier also? Any help please
I’m not sure if they make a C6 filter. C7 filter won’t work.
I liked the video nice job.
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Nice video.
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What the heck does sound level have to do with performance? Is the idea louder is better? Just add a siren and crowing rooster and your car will be louder.
It’s adds to the raw experience. But it may help airflow and power as well.
@@CarGuy11 Well, I sure hope you’re right. I put an attack blue on my C6 a week ago. I think it’s flowing better than stock. Have you out it on a flow tester to get CFM? I stuck an OBDII scanner on my C6, and it looks like more air is moving, but it’s tricky to get accurate results because the ECM adjusts so many parameters at the same time. The hold down bracket is garbage. I didn’t have the stock bracket because there was a K&N in mine previously, so I bought theirs. Yeah, not a good choice. I need to just fashion my own hold down brackets. I did two. I need to do them all.
NOT a good review because you're comparing the new aftermarket to an old 25k miles OEM filter (needs to be a new OEM). I replaced my OEM filter at 15k miles and it felt punchier too.
Well yes this is true but there is a slight sound difference that wasn’t on stock filter.