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Here is what the GM CAI looks like installed. Love the sound. I don't know how to explain it, but the car feels more like a sports car now. Didn't have to wait, my GM Parts guy found one in a warehouse in Austin. Same deal with my splash guards. Someone here is stocking up on Solstice parts. Dealer charged me 1/2 hour labor. So much stuff came out of the engine compartment that I could barely find enough space in the Sol to get it all home. Notice the orange pre-filter filter bag with the GM Performance parts logo. Nice.

Chest Rockwell

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"Gizmo is da bomb!"

Can you tell how much you paid with installation?

Notice any HP difference?

Are you thinking of getting GM exhaust as well?

Appreciate your answers. Thinking of doing the same with my Sol. Just wanted to get some figure$$.

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My Sol is Cool!!!

Her name is Salma, like in Salma Hayek. Because she's got the same curves in all the right places!!!

A little over $400 incl. installation. Took 30 minutes. They sold me the part for right around what GM Parts Direct charges after they knew I was hip to the GMPD site. I don't know about HP. It feels peppier. Maybe the growl creates the illusion. It's still more fun! Look forward to getting the exhaust someday as well. Little Chromies on the way. I just can't resolve the bra issue: cheap GM or pricey clear 3M. Or none at all! I have tiny chips on the front and back bumpers now. Kept it showroom for two whole months. I guess "the frost is off the pumpkin" now! Time, to start driving the %$@# out of it! The CAI is the first performance part I've ever put on one of my vehicles. I can't wait to get out and drive again.

Went with GM because the part was readily available and obvious warranty and installation benefits.

Chest

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Vin... 1841. Built 9/22. DELIVERED 11/30/05
"Gizmo is da bomb!"

Could you give me the part number or name on the GMPD. Want to have some bargaining chips when I order mine.

My GM parts manager quoted me $420 for the GM CAI and $60 for installation.

Thanks a bunch.

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My Sol is Cool!!!

Her name is Salma, like in Salma Hayek. Because she's got the same curves in all the right places!!!

GM Part # 17800764 according to my invoice.

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Sly (#1 of 4 Allocated) Sand/Steel/Polished/Power/6 CD
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"Gizmo is da bomb!"

Thank you. Really appreciate it. I'll be getting mine soon.

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My Sol is Cool!!!

Her name is Salma, like in Salma Hayek. Because she's got the same curves in all the right places!!!

Chest.- Looks great! Talk about driving it - come on up on Saturday if you can.

I put a bra on mine (after the first rock ding) and will install splash guards.

Thinking about CAI & exhaust, but have not ordered as yet.

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DDM Custom Turbo System
DDM Pro-Beam, A-Pillar Pod, PLX gauges
Starlight red I/C pipes and coil cover
GReddy Profec B Boost Controller, HKS BOV
3" Magnaflow cat-free
Werks radiator / Precision billet grilles
Norms vented fenders / GXP Spoiler
Riken Raptor's 255/45/18

Thinking about riding up to Dallas with Lagonia (who I haven't met yet). I'm trying to clear my schedule. Another consideration... IH-35 can be hell on cars!

We'll see.

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Sly (#1 of 4 Allocated) Sand/Steel/Polished/Power/6 CD
Vin... 1841. Built 9/22. DELIVERED 11/30/05
"Gizmo is da bomb!"

Do you hear any whooshing/vacuum sound, like an air leak coming from the hood now?... on my acura after installing a cai, the sound of the air being sucked in was embarrassing at red lights!

Kid-Colt, I have the GM System also. At idle your engine sounds stock, but hit the throttle and you hear a NICE Growl!!

Here's a vid I shot recently: (56K Warning!! 16MB File)

GM Intake

It's a good audio representation!

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2006 Mysterious Steel/Sand
Personal tag: PURNRG = PURe eNeRGy!!!!

Put the clear bra on. Today's paints (from 1998 on) have low VOC and chip very easily. It cuts across all manufacturers. My 1991 Toyota and 1990 Honda had much more durable paint than my 2000 Lexus.

You'll protect your investment and resale value.

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Colt,

My Sol doesn't "suck."

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Vin... 1841. Built 9/22. DELIVERED 11/30/05
"Gizmo is da bomb!"

Here is the GM accessories price and info:

GM PART # 17800764
CATEGORY: All
PACK QTY: 1 CORE CHARGE: $0.00
GM LIST: $420.00
OUR PRICE: $352.80
DESCRIPTION: AIR BOX

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Aggressive GXP at $25,995.00 shipping of $600, Manual Transmission.
Options:
Air, $960; Chrome Wheels, $545; PCQ, Premium Package (Leather), $525; Radio, 6-Disc with MP3, $495; Monsoon, $395; Premium Acoustic Headliner, $150; and Sport Metallic Pedals, $115; all totals $29,180.00.
No XM/OnStar and NO Spoiler.

MODS (RKSport/Magnaflow dual exit exhaust system, K&N filter, Ventureshield.
First 1000. Aggressive with everything, NO XM/OnStar. SOLD
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KappaSphere is only $300 and is much more cleaner smooth look.

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Mods: Calipers*Shaved*Caps*Chromies*Rear Fascia*GM-CAI*Eibach Sportline*Borla Exhaust*Headers*RazziWing*Lthr Visors*Eng Cover
Future: ECM*19's & 20's*Eibach Stabilizers*Chrome Grille
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Which dealer in Austin? I'm not far from Austin, Seguin, and hope to have my Sol by end of February. The CAI and Exhaust are two of the first and maybe the only mods I am planning.

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