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12a air box shutter?

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Old 02-19-06, 02:24 PM
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12a air box shutter?

Do I even need this thing? I'd imagine it just restricts flow. Is it just there to keep critters out?
Old 02-19-06, 03:43 PM
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I don't even know how it opens

Ditch the whole thing and go with a Racing Beat airbox/filter. $60 and the filter is rechargable foam.
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I already have a k&n drop in. I may do that after I get a sterling. Thanks!
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It is part of the carb preheat sistem it is activated by a spring that in the cold weather closes the shutter and once the motor warms up it opens it back up. if you have a header and stuff like so you definatlly dont need it. If you need any onther information feel free to ask I will see what I can help you with.

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