The Hornet-518 is Halltech’s next-gen cold air intake built for C8 Corvettes, designed to unlock engine breathing potential without ECU tweaks. With a molded velocity stack and oversized filter area, it enhances flow dynamics while preserving OEM routing and component reuse. Installed in the stock intake location, it gives your Stingray a stronger intake sound and more usable power under load. Fitment Notes Fits 2020+ C8 Corvette Stingray & E-Ray Designed as a direct CAI replacement — no cutting or fabrication required Compatible with factory inlet ducts, PCV fittings, throttle body hose, and mounting hardware reused Convertible / hard-top models may require removal of a rivet nut on the under-trunk access panel to clear cover plate Not CARB-legal Included Hornet-518 intake housing and lid High flow filter of your choice Backplate (stainless) for harnesses and antenna retention Couplers, clamps, and gaskets Mounting brackets and hardware Installation instructions and template Product Specs Dyno-tested gains: +17 HP and +25 lb-ft torque over stock Filter area: over 600 in² of effective filtration media Construction: Filter box made from military-grade XLPE Flow design: Internal velocity stack and reverse-flow partition for laminar flow at MAF sensor Product Features No tuning required: works with factory calibration out of the box Reuses OEM components: keeps throttle body hose, ducting, and fittings unchanged Optimized internal flow: velocity stack and partition deliver cleaner, smoother air delivery Oversized filtering: large filter area reduces restriction while maintaining protection Stainless backplate: retains all harness and antenna mounting in factory orientation Strong performance gains: validated on dynos with consistent results