What is a resonator?
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What is a resonator?
I searched the boards but couldn't find a solid answer to what a resonator does and what purpose it serves. I know its a basic question, but I figured I had to ask. Thanks in advance
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Originally Posted by dictionary.com
res·o·na·tor ( P ) Pronunciation Key (rz-ntr)
n.
A hollow chamber or cavity with dimensions chosen to permit internal resonant oscillation of electromagnetic or acoustical waves of specific frequencies.
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A hollow chamber or cavity with dimensions chosen to permit internal resonant oscillation of electromagnetic or acoustical waves of specific frequencies.
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Originally Posted by Dan Martin
In terms of our car, there is a resonator in the intake system and one in the exhaust. Most people discuss the intake resonator. It is a big black plastic box with piping in it to change the sound of the intake system. It's pretty restrictive to airflow so that's why it is removed as a part of an aftermarket intake installation.
She said: it's GINORMOUS!
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Originally Posted by HCF
This was one of the first things I did when I got my car. I didn't put on an aftermarket intake, but I did remove the resonator.
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