What is OTR intake?

The Walkinshaw Performance over the radiator (OTR) cold air intake system is specifically designed to increase the volume of induction intake. It works in line with the Walkinshaw Performance ECU calibrations and exhaust system to provide excellent performance and fuel economy improvement for your vehicle.

Does an air intake make a difference?

The good news is that although claims of actual horsepower and even increased fuel efficiency may vary, cold air intakes will in fact help increase your car’s performance. But if you team up the cold air intake with other engine modifications, like a new exhaust, you’ll create a much more efficient system.

What’s the difference between MAF and MAFless?

When tuning a MAF-equipped vehicle to operate in MAFless mode, the MAF is removed. This requires the use of an alternative method of calculating airflow into the engine, which is also referred to as ‘Speed-Density’ system, as opposed to a MAF system. The MAP sensor measures pressure in the engine’s inlet manifold.

What is a VCM OTR?

The VCM OTR is a high performance intake system and therefore must be maintained like one. The positioning, volume and location all play a role as to why the VCM OTR works so well. The higher airflow figures increase the amount of filtering required, more air being filtered means a dirtier filter – quicker.

Are air intake systems worth it?

To answer the question of whether a cold air intake system is ultimately worth it, the answer is yes. Even if you don’t notice the benefits, they are still present and are actively helping your car to run more efficiently.

Can you run an intake without a tune?

A cold air intake is a cheap and easy upgrade that does not require tuning. It will work well, without a tune and it will not cause any damage to your car if not tuned.

What does the OTR cold air intake do?

OTR Cold Air Intake Increase genuine vehicle performance with the OTR Cold Air Intake. Introduced within a number of our W-Series packages the Walkinshaw Performance Over the Radiator (OTR) Cold Air Intake has been designed specifically for increased intake volumes when used in combination our own ECU Calibrations and Exhaust Systems.

What kind of air intake does Holden use?

Improve the power of your car with an all Australian owned and made Cold Air Induction kit and Over The Radiator (OTR) Cold Air Intake by SS Inductions. SS Inductions manufacture high performance air induction systems including The Big Mouth and Growler Range for Holden and Ford.

What are the cold air intakes on a Commodore?

OTR Cold Air Intakes for Commodore and HSV. Over The Radiator (OTR) Cold Air Intakes for Commodore and HSV. Background. The LS range of engines in all of the Commodore & HSV since the VT and right up the current model VF have restrictive airboxes that hold back the performance.

Which is the best over Radiator cold air intake?

XAIR Performance specialises in the manufacture of Over The Radiator Cold Air Intakes for Commodore and has been manufacturing this type of product for over 13 years. The main advantage over other OTRCAI ‘s is the Venturi effect created by the top shape of the XAIR OTR Body combined with the Filter Size.