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Saab 9.3 2.0t Intake Manifold / Throttle Body for LE5 2.4L?

Old Sep 7, 2016 | 02:46 PM
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Saab 9.3 2.0t Intake Manifold / Throttle Body for LE5 2.4L?

I just came across a craigslist ad for a "2004 saab 9.3 2.0t intake manifold with throttle body".. Is this the same as a LSJ IM and TB? And if so, would this be a good investment (it's cheap) for future engine build-up on my 2LT 2.4L LE5 ?

If this will fit, I understand it will need a TB spacing / wiring adapter from ZZP, and a tune.. Anything else?

Thanks for any info!
Old Sep 10, 2016 | 10:51 AM
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Not at all like an LSJ intake. I'd stop and forget about this. The stock mani and tb are really not limiting your power. Best way to add power is to go with boost. If you turbo you can use your stock mani. If you SC then youd need an LSJ mani.
Old Sep 11, 2016 | 08:27 AM
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- I think you're on the right track. 04 seems a bit early but I'd bet you can contact ZZP and ask what Saab years will work. ZZP uses a modified Saab intake for their LSJ turbo kit.

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How much boost will the plastic manifold hold? I would assume not much. I'd like to try it and find out though!
Old Sep 11, 2016 | 08:44 AM
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Sounds like a job for Myth Busters! KABOOM!
Old Sep 11, 2016 | 07:18 PM
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To much boost?

Old Sep 15, 2016 | 06:30 AM
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The stock mani will hold more boost than the bottom end will.
Old Sep 15, 2016 | 06:45 AM
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I also wondered about the stock plastic manifold. But it makes sense, the stock charge piping is plastic, too.
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