If you're in the market for an intake for your second-generation S-10, there are lots of options to consider. We took into account the reputation and the dependability of the intake manufacturer as well as style when we decided to work with CGS. As you might agree, not only does the product have to live up to your expectations in the performance department, but it also better look good doing its job. In saying this, we made a call to CGS Motorsports to check out what this exhaust pro had to offer for S-Dimes. Sure enough, the company had just what we were looking for: a custom-made intake system designed specifically for our vehicle application so that there would be no guesswork involved.
With our CGS intake in hand, we headed over to Billet Superstore to have it installed. The disassembly was fairly easy, and almost everything went smoothly. The only problem was a tight fit between the main tube and the silicone connector; the parts shouldn't be loose as you don't want your intake coming apart or any leaks down the road. Once we got past this mild kink in the system, everything else came together easily. We put the ride back together, turned the key, and fired it up. Upon revving the engine, you could hear a difference, with the new breath of fresh air courtesy of the CGS intake. Good looks and proven performance - what more could you ask for? Follow along for step-by-step instructions on the install, and contact the companies listed in the source box for more information.
1.Here is the CGS intake system...
1.Here is the CGS intake system complete with air filter and all the hardware necessary for installation.
2.This is the ugly slug that...
2.This is the ugly slug that we began with: the stock engine bay. See the stock intake assembly? The nasty black airbox really needs some help.
3.Begin by removing the clips...
3.Begin by removing the clips that secure the factory intake tubing to the fan shroud assembly.
4.Next, remove the airbox...
4.Next, remove the airbox by unbolting it from the fenderwell. You get to ditch the stock air filter now.
5.Next, we'll remove the secondary...
5.Next, we'll remove the secondary airbox that attaches to the throttle body. There are actually three bulky unnecessary airboxes with the factory system. The new CGS system is obviously going to clean the engine bay immensely by eliminating these unsightly boxes.
6.Remove the bolts, holding...
6.Remove the bolts, holding the airbox cover (top) to gain access to the airflow meter and final tube.
7.Carefully remove the airflow...
7.Carefully remove the airflow sensor; you'll be reattaching this to the new intake assembly. You can then finish the disassembly of the airbox that covers the throttle body.
8.Remove the cover and airbox...
8.Remove the cover and airbox completely; you won't be reusing this part. Doorstop, anyone?
9.Begin assembling the CGS...
9.Begin assembling the CGS tube by installing the grommet near the throttle body.
10.Next, insert the supplied...
10.Next, insert the supplied connector sleeve into the grommet to allow the hose that was initially attached to one of the airboxes to be attached to the intake.
11.Install the second grommet...
11.Install the second grommet for the air meter.
12.Begin installing the intake...
12.Begin installing the intake by placing one of the supplied silicone connectors onto the throttle body. This is going to be a tight fit, so be careful not to damage anything in close proximity while you wrestle it on.
13.Place a clamp over the...
13.Place a clamp over the silicone connector and lightly tighten it. Now you can install the first piece of the intake tubing and another clamp.
14.The new intake has a flange...
14.The new intake has a flange on it that allows it to be bolted to the top of the A/C compressor.
15.After the intake is bolted...
15.After the intake is bolted to the A/C compressor and everything is lined up, you can tighten the hose clamps, attaching the first piece of the intake to the throttle body.
16.Install the remaining silicone...
16.Install the remaining silicone connector to the end of the tube as well as another pair of hose clamps. Mount the end of the tube to the lower fan shroud hole it lines up with.
17.Once mounted to the lower...
17.Once mounted to the lower fan shroud, tighten the hose clamps to finish installing the CGS intake tubing.
18.Finish the intake install...
18.Finish the intake install by sliding a hose clamp over the open end of the intake. Slide the filter over the open end and tighten the hose clamp to secure the filter.
19.Slide the airflow sensor...
19.Slide the airflow sensor plug into the grommet nearest the filter to seal the deal.
20.Voila! Now you have a cleaned-up...
20.Voila! Now you have a cleaned-up engine bay as well as an engine that is capable of providing more power. Now that's killing two birds with one intake.