I got my Performer Air-gap today…. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Sport/Truck · 02-15-2007, 09:00 PM

And is this thing bright!! I wanted the darker “permastar” finish, but this thing looks to be a bit overwhelming. (like chrome)
I’m considering sending it back for the regular cast version. But I like the idea of this being kept clean using Windex and a rag.
Is the cast finish hard to keep clean? Will it look good after the new wears off?
Anyone have picture of an aged one?

Signed: Undecided in New Mexico

71chevylowrider · 02-15-2007, 09:05 PM

You mean the regular aluminum cast version? I have the Performer RPM thats been on for over 5 years if that helps?

RACINJASON22 · 02-15-2007, 09:25 PM

I think that depends on how you run your truck dd or ocasionally. I like the as cast myself as I stated in your last thread but thats me. The cleaning with the rag and windex would be a plus if it works as other have said.

Sport/Truck · 02-15-2007, 09:26 PM

Yes, that's what I'm asking. I take it your happy with the regular alum. finish?
s/t

71chevylowrider · 02-19-2007, 05:18 PM

Yes, I'm happy with it, I guess if I was going to more shows I would spring for the shiny, but for my use the cast looks good enough & no hassle to keep clean.

Nachos82 · 02-19-2007, 05:58 PM

If your going to garage the truck and drive it in nice weather only, then the natural cast one is ok. I got a natural one a while back but the truck I had it on didn’t get the option of living inside the garage until it was to late for the intake. That and I was thousands of miles away from it. As a result the intake is all dull with corrosion and looks overall like crap. If I could have done it again, I would have got the polished one for sure. Only cleaning with Windex is great, I actually do not know what you clean the cast ones with. Maybe you would have to get a little polishing wheel and go all over it with polish. That is more work then I would want compared to a shot of Windex and a rag.

02-15-2007, 09:00 PM	#1
Sport/Truck Sierra Grande Club Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: New Mexico USA Posts: 2,433	I got my Performer Air-gap today…. And is this thing bright!! I wanted the darker “permastar” finish, but this thing looks to be a bit overwhelming. (like chrome) I’m considering sending it back for the regular cast version. But I like the idea of this being kept clean using Windex and a rag. Is the cast finish hard to keep clean? Will it look good after the new wears off? Anyone have picture of an aged one? Signed: Undecided in New Mexico __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra Grande, 1/2 ton short wide, original 4 bolt 010 020 block & heads. (matching #'s). 383 stroker, SMI q jet 750 cfm, Lunati Voodoo 60102 cam, Scorpion roller rockers, Spin Tech pro street mufflers with X pipe.

02-15-2007, 09:05 PM	#2
71chevylowrider Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 1,015	Re: I got my Performer Air-gap today…. You mean the regular aluminum cast version? I have the Performer RPM thats been on for over 5 years if that helps? Attached Images

02-15-2007, 09:25 PM	#3
RACINJASON22 GEARHEAD Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CENTRAL,PA Posts: 2,284	Re: I got my Performer Air-gap today…. I think that depends on how you run your truck dd or ocasionally. I like the as cast myself as I stated in your last thread but thats me. The cleaning with the rag and windex would be a plus if it works as other have said. __________________ 72 SWB 2WD MY PROJECT 72 LWB 4X4 FUTURE PROJECT SUBSCRIBE HEREBOARD VENDORS HERE NORWOOD MEET SURVIVOR!

02-15-2007, 09:26 PM	#4
Sport/Truck Sierra Grande Club Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: New Mexico USA Posts: 2,433	Re: I got my Performer Air-gap today…. Yes, that's what I'm asking. I take it your happy with the regular alum. finish? s/t __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra Grande, 1/2 ton short wide, original 4 bolt 010 020 block & heads. (matching #'s). 383 stroker, SMI q jet 750 cfm, Lunati Voodoo 60102 cam, Scorpion roller rockers, Spin Tech pro street mufflers with X pipe.

02-19-2007, 05:18 PM	#5
71chevylowrider Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 1,015	Re: I got my Performer Air-gap today…. Yes, I'm happy with it, I guess if I was going to more shows I would spring for the shiny, but for my use the cast looks good enough & no hassle to keep clean.

02-19-2007, 05:58 PM	#6
Nachos82 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Central Florida Posts: 166	Re: I got my Performer Air-gap today…. If your going to garage the truck and drive it in nice weather only, then the natural cast one is ok. I got a natural one a while back but the truck I had it on didn’t get the option of living inside the garage until it was to late for the intake. That and I was thousands of miles away from it. As a result the intake is all dull with corrosion and looks overall like crap. If I could have done it again, I would have got the polished one for sure. Only cleaning with Windex is great, I actually do not know what you clean the cast ones with. Maybe you would have to get a little polishing wheel and go all over it with polish. That is more work then I would want compared to a shot of Windex and a rag.



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