GMPP GXP CAI & Exhaust are now out

brentil · 12-17-2007, 04:05 PM

In case you haven't seen it GM has released the CAI for the LNF bases Solstice GXP and Sky Redline.

CrateEngineDepot posted about it here;
I will be at the PRI show tomorrow...

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Originally Posted by CrateEngineDepot

The Cold Air Intake is now available for the 2.0 LNF Solstice/Sky

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Solstice Sky Performance Air Intake 2.0 LNF 19157849 Description

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19157849 Solstice Sky Performance Air Intake. 2.0 LNF Engine
Feel - and hear - the rusth when you add our Performacne Air intake to your vehicle.
Crafted from a polished aluminum tube, it'll retain its shine thanks to a maintenance-free clear coat finish.
The free-breathing air filter does not require oil, which can interfere with the computer sensors. Show it off anywhere becaue it's 50-state legal.

brentil · 12-17-2007, 04:10 PM

Solstice Muffler Pkg 2.0 LNF 19166012

http://www.crateenginedepot.com/stor...2-P1866C0.aspx

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Put an aggressive growl in the exhaust note of your Solstice with this custom-built cat-back performance exhaust system. Tubing is fabricated of T-304 stainless steel using mandrel bending for precision and a smooth appearance. The 2.0L (LNF) system includes a semi-polished muffler and fully-polished exhaust tips.

Note: Muffler Pkg, Exh (Incls Cat-Pipe, Inter Pipe, Muff, 2.5" Clamp & Instr).
(Weld on Phantom Exhaust tips).

brentil · 12-17-2007, 04:14 PM

Just notice CrateEngineDepot even has the rear outlet fascia for sale too.

http://www.crateenginedepot.com/stor...P1873C179.aspx

JustMike · 12-17-2007, 05:10 PM

So who is gonna be first to put one of them on and post some pics?

perris · 12-17-2007, 05:15 PM

I see gm is claiming some horsepower gain with "feel and hear the rush", which might just be marketing

I see from the add they don't give numbers on any performance gains

mena661 · 12-18-2007, 12:08 AM

$710 bucks? No thanks.

XplosivePlushToy · 12-18-2007, 12:55 AM

Eek! That is one expensive piece of aluminum!

brentil · 12-18-2007, 09:03 AM

The exhaust is pretty much pointless due to its price and probably no gain. We all know the GXP is flow limited by the pipe size and not muffler limited like the Classic Solstice. All it's going to do it give you a more aggressive sound. Which for even CED's price you're still better off going 3rd party.

Now the intake I'm interested in. I would 'hope' GM has proven it not to cause limp mode. Also I'm hoping their Stage kit is designed to work with their intake as well. at about $350 it's only a bit more expensive than some of the other vendors offers.

JustMike · 12-18-2007, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by brentil

The exhaust is pretty much pointless due to its price and probably no gain. We all know the GXP is flow limited by the pipe size and not muffler limited like the Classic Solstice. All it's going to do it give you a more aggressive sound. Which for even CED's price you're still better off going 3rd party.

Now the intake I'm interested in. I would 'hope' GM has proven it not to cause limp mode. Also I'm hoping their Stage kit is designed to work with their intake as well. at about $350 it's only a bit more expensive than some of the other vendors offers.

And what I really want to see is how the intake fits, mounts and looks in the car ...

Small Dealer · 12-18-2007, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by JustMike

.....what I really want to see is how the intake fits, mounts and looks in the car ...

Perhaps a contest for the first 2008 Solstice GXP owner to add the system and post pictures. Maybe JustMike will let you cut to the front of the line for the next plant tour?

brentil · 12-18-2007, 09:43 AM

If it wasn't so close to Christmas I would order this... damn you GM for taking so long to get it out!!!

beecee · 12-18-2007, 09:53 AM

Well, I have my 2008 GXP in for service today so I decided to give their parts department a call and maybe check it out. Too bad, they don't have them in and they say it would be a couple months before they do.

So much for spontaneity.

Small Dealer · 12-18-2007, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by beecee

Well, I have my 2008 GXP in for service today so I decided to give their parts department a call and maybe check it out. Too bad, they don't have them in and they say it would be a couple months before they do.

So much for spontaneity.

The ADI in Guadalupe AZ, which probably supplies your dealership, is showing one in their stock. If true your dealership could have it a day or two, depending on the ADI's shipping policies.

A side point, it was announced to Saturn Retailers on 12/5, no message yet for Pontiac dealerships.

VTXSTi · 12-18-2007, 10:10 AM

I would also be interested in the intake. I would think that since it is a GM part it would not affect warranty. However early this year I was at a local Saturn dealer parts department buying an oil filter, I talked to the parts guy about upgrades. He said that the GM parts had to be installed by an authorized GM service department for it not to affect warranty. I am not sure if he meant affect warranty just for the upgrade of the entire vehicle. Anyone know what the policy is?

JustMike · 12-18-2007, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Small Dealer

Perhaps a contest for the first 2008 Solstice GXP owner to add the system and post pictures. Maybe JustMike will let you cut to the front of the line for the next plant tour?

Now there is an idea to consider ...

Oh and I'm sure that if a certain small dealer were to want to attend the next plant tour that we could work something out as well ...