How to perform a vfad-sectomy?

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Jul 14, 2006 | 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by dgrx8

i just did this today so i can't really tell, although i'm not expecing much other than better mileage... but, there is plenty of info on this mod if u do a search for VFAD or VFAD SOLENOID...

Thanks for the info

Jul 20, 2007 | 02:46 PM

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Rise, RISE from the dead little thread...

Two questions:
a)disconnecting the solenoid will leave the entire system open or closed?
b)Anyone removed the VFAD and installed a vent in the bumper or something similar? I know Acosta did something for their 3 rotor but I'm talking about the VFAD. Avoid the extra 20 degress MM was referring to. Like this...

Jul 20, 2007 | 02:50 PM

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Disconnecting it leaves it closed.
Acosta is the only outfit I've seen with a vent there, though I won't bother if its only for the VFAD duct.
If you do that, run the whole thing through it.

Jul 20, 2007 | 03:11 PM

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is it possible to take out the whole contraption? Lose some weight upfront?

Jul 20, 2007 | 03:56 PM

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Yep, though I suspect it does at least adequate job of getting air from a slightly cooler location than the place it is mounted. Plus, the whole thing only weighs about a pound.
Just pull the solenoid connector and jam the flap open.