Friday, April 25, 2014

AEM Universal Cold Air Intake System for Custom Cars and Engine Swaps

AEM Universal Air Intake System 21-5011
AEM Custom Air Intake System
The AEM 21-5011 universal air intake kit is an ideal solution for situations when a custom intake is required for the engine setup and design. LS and Hemi engine swap vehicle owners with find this kit their dream come true. The AEM 21-5011 air intake system comes with an AEM Dryflow air filter, aluminum tubes, couplers, a weld-on mass air flow sensor pad, brackets and the hardware needed to custom build an air intake. By providing these parts, the builder has multiple configuration options to make a high flowing intake system. 

AEM Dryflow Synthetic Air Filter 21-2059DK
AEM Dryflow Synthetic Air Filter
This universal air intake kit comes with an AEM Dryflow air filter, part 21-2059DK. AEM's Dryflow air filters have lower restriction than typical paper air filters they can increase engine power and toque. This media is very easy to maintain and does not require the use of air filter oil. This air filter is very easy to clean and reuse and it can perform for up to 100,000 miles, depending on driving conditions. When it is time to service the air filter, AEM's synthetic cleaner (part 1-1000) can be used to quickly break up any road grime and dirt that is on the media, then just rinse out the media with water to wash it away. Once the filter media is dry, it is ready to use again. 
AEM Dryflow Synthetic Air Filter Cleaner 1-1000
AEM Dryflow Synthetic Air Filter Cleaner (Not Included)

The 21-5011 universal air intake system comes with a weld-on MAF sensor pad to fit the Hitachi Blade style MAF sensor. The intake kit also can accommodate GM tube-style MAF sensors or function as a speed density intake. In addition, the two brackets that are included are also designed to be bent and welded as needed, allowing more flexibility during design, setup, and installation. The couplers, hose clamps, and rubber anti-vibration mounts are the same high quality components that are used in AEM intake systems. 

The intake kit includes an instruction guide for assistance in installing your universal air intake system, providing helpful tips on how to make everything fit and work together. This guide will help with mass air sensor setup, bracket placement, welding, and tube connection. The AEM 21-5011 universal air intake system is very easy to use as a design tool to help finish that one of a kind engine swap in your hot rod, and it comes with a 1 year limited warranty. 

For those who need additional parts or are looking to design a custom air intake from scratch, AEM also offers Universal Air Intake parts, which include various size straight tubespre-bent tubes, multiple size silicone hoses, couplers and adapters, multiple size hose clampsand various brackets and mass air sensor adapters. AEM makes it easy to design your own air intake system or find the parts you need to complete an existing project. 

More information on AEM's full lineup of air intakes can be found on the AEM Air Intake Systems webpage. If you are looking for AEM performance products for a specific vehicle, use the AEM Product Search. To find an AEM dealer near you, use Search for AEM Dealer or simply visit AEMintakes.com

    AEM's Universal 21-5011 Air Intake Includes
  • AEM 21-2059DK Dry Flow filter that is 9" tall and has a 4" opening
  • (3) 4 inch diameter pre-bent aluminum tubes (45, 90 and 120 degree bends)
  • (1) straight 36 inch long tube
  • (1) 4 inch diameter tube
  • (7) couplers (one 90 degree elbow, 4 straight 3" long 4" diameter couplers and 2 4" to 3.3/4" step couplers
  • (1) Weld on mass air flow Sensor mount for Hitachi blade sensors
  • (2) brackets
  • (2) 1" long rubber mounts
  • (2) 12" long weld on mount bracket
  • (2)3/8" X 1-3/4" long nipple - weld on
  • (2)3-1/2 to 4-1/2 range Hose Clamps
  • 35" 3/8 breather hose

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Chevrolet Sonic Turbo Gain Horsepower with K&N Air Intake System

The Sonic is available as a sedan or four-door hatchback with very well-equipped interiors and a stout 1.4 liter turbocharged motor that produces 138 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque to the flywheel. Best of all, the turbocharged Sonic still only uses an estimated 40 miles-per-gallon on the highway and it received a class-leading 5-star crash test rating for overall safety. The Sonic has a commodious cabin, peppy performance, excellent economy, and superb safety. Is there room to improve? The answer is yes- with the K&N 69-4524TS Typhoon performance air intake system.

K&N Air Intake System for Chevy Sonic
K&N Air Intake System for Chevy Sonic
Air intake 69-4524TS is precision-engineered and guaranteed to increase horsepower and torque on the 2012 and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 1.4 liter turbo. It does this by helping to minimize restriction in the air intake pathway, allowing your engine to breathe easier while also providing a better engine sound. The 69-4524TS Chevy Sonic air intake utilizes a mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube to help streamline airflow and it’s powdercoated silver for a sleek look under the hood.
Dyno Chart for K&N Chevy Sonic Air Intake 69-4524TS
Dyno Chart for K&N Chevy Sonic Air Intake 69-4524TS

K&N’s RU-4960XD air filter is fitted to the end of the intake tube to provide excellent filtration efficiency and higher airflow rates. The air filter is also washable and reusable and can go for up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions. The 69-4524TS also incorporates a heat shield to help protect incoming air from radiant heat under the hood. An air guide inside the tube helps straighten airflow across the mass air flow sensor and ensure proper readings are sent to the computer.

The design of the 69-4524TS air intake isn’t all just good looks though. All of these design components come together to deliver horsepower and torque gains. On the dyno, the 69-4524TS intake system produced an estimated gain of 7 horsepower at 5474rpm and 7.8 pound-feet of torque at 3467rpm to the wheels. That’ll put an extra pep in your Chevy Sonic’s step.

The 69-4524TS is an easy to install performance upgrade. It maintains all necessary factory connections and installation can be completed in approximately 90 minutes. K&N backs the 69-4524TS with its famous Million Mile Limited Warranty as well, so owners have the assurance that their intake system is well-protected.
The Sonic stands out from the crowd of other subcompact cars currently on the market with excellent styling, accessories, performance, fuel economy, and safety. Now owners of the 2012 and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 1.4 liter turbo can stand out further with the K&N 69-4524TSTyphoon performance air intake system.

Performance air intake 69-4524TS is guaranteed to increase horsepower on the following Chevy Sonic models:
2013 Chevrolet Sonic 1.4L
2012 Chevrolet Sonic 1.4L

For all K&N Chevy Sonic air intakes visit the Air Intakes for Chevy Sonic page on KNFilters.com.

Friday, March 28, 2014

Mini Cooper S Gains Horsepower with AEM Cold Air Intake System

AEM Cold Air Intake 21-719C for 2007-2010 Mini Cooper S 1.6L models without a mass air sensor
AEM Cold Air Intake 21-719C for 2007-2010 Mini Cooper S 1.6L models without a mass air sensor
The Mini Cooper is a legendary piece of automotive history. Originally designed as a practical car for the British people, it soon made its mark in racing. The Cooper was the preferred vehicle for a multitude of successful rally and road racers, and the awards tell the tale. The Mini Cooper was voted the Second Most Influential Car of the Century, helping to give front-wheel drive vehicles and the transversely-mounted front engine legitimacy in the automotive industry. Over 50 years later, the Mini Cooper is still one of the most popular hatchbacks on the market, thanks to its combination of classic British design elements with precision German engineering. Now, owners of 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 1.6 liter Mini Cooper S models without a Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor can get an increase in horsepower and performance with the AEM Induction Systems 21-719C cold air intake system.

The AEM 21-719C cold air intake system is precision-tuned with a myriad of features to greatly improve the performance of your Mini Cooper S without sacrificing essential engine protection. The mandrel-bent aluminum air intake tube is designed to reduce restriction and air intake temperatures and is powder-coated metallic grey for a sleek and durable finish. A heat shield is incorporated to help keep heat from the turbo from heating the air entering the engine. This system utilizes the factory air inlet and even turns the Mini’s cosmetic hood scoop into a functional hood scoop, which directs even more outside air onto the air filter. This system comes with AEM’s 21-2027D-HK conical air filter featuring AEM’s Dryflow air filter media for high air flow rates and oil-free performance. The filter is washable and reusable, and can even go for up to 100,000 miles between cleanings, depending on driving conditions.

All of these features combine to deliver impressive gains on the dyno. The AEM 21-719C cold air intake produced an estimated gain of 14 horsepower at 5400rpm, and 11 pound-feet of torque at 3300rpm to the wheels.


The 21-719C cold air intake is easy to install and comes with simple step-by-step instructions. It maintains all necessary factory connections and does not require any additional modifications be made to the vehicle in order to fit and function properly. As if the superior design and horsepower gains weren’t enough, the 21-719C Performance Air Intake is backed by AEM’s Lifetime Limited Warranty, offering owners the confidence that their air intake is a reliable, exciting upgrade. Treat yourself and your Mini Cooper to a high-quality boost in performance with the AEM 21-719C cold air intake system.

Monday, March 24, 2014

AEM Universal Intake Kit Ideal for Custom Cars and Engine Swaps

AEM Universal Air Intake System 21-5011
AEM Custom Air Intake System
Customizing cars and performing engine swaps to make a car your own one-off creation is a lot of fun, except when you cannot find the parts you need to make it work. AEM has changed that with the 21-5011 universal air intake kit. The AEM 21-5011 air intake system is ideal for vehicles with an engine swap. GM E-rod Engines or Chrysler 5.7/6.2/392 HEMI engines are popular in Hot Rod and this universal air intake would be a great choice for use with these engines, however, the kit will also work for many engine swap and custom engine bay setups. 

The AEM 21-5011 universal air intake kit is ideal when a custom intake is required for the engine setup and design. LS and Hemi engine swap vehicle owners with find this kit their dream come true. The AEM 21-5011air intake system comes with an AEM Dryflow air filter, aluminum tubes, couplers, a weld-on mass air flow sensor pad, brackets and the hardware needed to custom build an air intake. By providing these parts, the builder has multiple options and configurations to make a high flowing intake system. 
AEM Dryflow Synthetic Air Filter 21-2059DK
AEM Dryflow Synthetic Air Filter


The 21-5011 universal air intake kit comes with an AEM Dryflow air filter, part 21-2059DK. AEM's Dryflow air filters are washable and reusable and because they have lower restriction than typical paper air filters they can increase engine power and toque. This media is very easy to maintain and does not require the use of air filter oil. This air filter is very easy to clean and reuse and it can perform for up to 100,000 miles, depending on driving conditions. When it is time to service the air filter, AEM's synthetic cleaner (part 1-1000) can be used to quickly breakup any road grime and dirt that is on the media, then just rinse out the media with water to wash it away. Once the filter media is dry, it is ready to use again. 
AEM Dryflow Synthetic Air Filter Cleaner 1-1000
AEM Dryflow Synthetic Air Filter Cleaner


The 21-5011 universal air intake system comes with a weld on MAF sensor pad to fit the Hitachi Blade style MAF sensor. The intake kit also can accommodate the GM tube style MAF sensor or be used as a speed density intake. In addition, the two brackets that are included are also designed to be bent and welded as needed, allowing more flexibility during design, setup and installation. The couplers, hose clamps, rubber anti vibration mounts are the same high quality components used in AEM intake systems. 

The intake kit includes an instruction guide for assistance in installing your universal air intake system and it has tips on how to make everything fit and work together. This guild will help with mass air sensor setup, bracket placement, welding, and tube connection. The AEM 21-5011 universal air intake system is very easy to use as a design tool to help finish that one of a kind engine swap in your hot rod, and it comes with a 1 year limited warranty. 

AEM Do it Yourself Parts
AEM's Custom Air Intake Parts
For those who need additional parts or are looking to design a custom air intake from scratch, AEM also offers Universal Air Intake parts, which include various sizestraight tubespre-bent tubes, multiple size silicone hoses, couplers and adapters, multiple size hose clampsand various brackets and mass air sensor adapters. AEM makes it easy to design your own air intake system or find the parts you need to complete an existing project. 

More information on AEM's full lineup of air intakes can be found on the AEM Air Intake Systems webpage. If you are looking for AEM performance products for a specific vehicle, use the AEM Product Search. To find an AEM dealer near you, use Search for AEM Dealer or simply visit AEMintakes.com

Friday, February 28, 2014

2013 Nissan Altima Performance Boosted by AEM Performance Cold Air Intake System

Engine Bay with AEM Nissan Altima Air Intake
Engine Bay with AEM Nissan Altima Air Intake
AEM 21-713P and 21-713C cold air intakes increase horsepower on the 2013 Nissan Altima model with 2.5 liter engine. Each air intake includes a vehicle specific intake tube, a high-flow performance AEM Dryflow® air filter, and other hardware needed for installation. Both have easy to follow step-by-step instructions and are covered by the AEM Lifetime Limited Warranty. 
AEM Cold Air Intake 21-713C for Nissan Altima with the Gunmetal Gray finish
AEM Cold Air Intake 21-713C for Nissan Altima with the Gunmetal Gray finish


These cold air intakes are available in two different durable finishes which protect the intake tube from scratching and oxidation. The 21-713Phas a powder coated polished aluminum tube and the 21-713C has a powder coated gunmetal gray tube. Both intake tubes are 3 inches in diameter and include a reinforced attachment point with a thick 3/16 inch steel bracket in order to provide extra strength. 

Each air intake includes an oil free air filter (21-203DK) that is washable and reusable, preventing you from the need to purchase another air filter in the future for this AEM Nissan Altima air intake. The air filter’s large surface area protects your engine by providing excellent filtration, and when used with the AEM air intake system, allows your engine to breathe easier and produce more power. It can be easily cleaned with the AEM air filter cleaner (1-1000) and may last up to 100,000 miles before servicing is needed, depending on driving conditions. Each air intake system also utilizes the factory mass air flow (MAF) sensor and is designed to work with the original factory vent hose as well as a few original pieces of hardware. 
AEM Cold Air Intake 21-713P for Nissan Altima with the Polished Aluminum finish
AEM Cold Air Intake 21-713P for Nissan Altima with the Polished Aluminum finish
If you are looking for a great way to add performance to the 2013 Nissan Altima models with the 2.5 liter engine then the AEM air intake systems, 21-713P and 21-713C, are a great option for you. 

All AEM cold air intakes for Nissan Altima models can be found on the Nissan Altima Cold Air Intakes page. AEM performance products for other vehicles can be found using the AEM Product Search. To find an AEM dealer near you, use Search for AEM Dealer or simply visit AEMintakes.com.

Friday, February 21, 2014

Chevy Camaro Horsepower Boosted by K&N Blackhawk Intake

K&N has designed a new air intake style with black components for the Chevy Camaro. This powder coated black system is part of K&N's new Blackhawk Induction™ air intake series. The air intake comes complete with a heat shield, a cone shaped filter and all necessary hardware for installation - all in a flat black color. It looks great under the hood while adding power and torque to the 6.2 liter Camaro engine. All that is necessary to install the intake system is a few basic tools and about 90 minutes of your time. 

K&N Air Intake System for Chevy Camaro
K&N Air Intake under the hood of Chevy Camaro

Like other K&N intake systems, the Blackhawk series was engineered to help increase horsepower and torque in the Camaro. The intake works by creating a direct path for incoming air to get to the engine that is more efficient than is what is available with a factory air box.  This particular system, according to K&N, has an estimated 17.6 horsepower gain at 5191RPM and is also estimated to add an extra 17.6 foot-pounds of torque at 3164 RPM. 

Dyno Chart for K&N Chevy Camaro Air Intake 71-4519
Dyno Chart for K&N Chevy Camaro Air Intake 71-4519

The included black Dryflow air filter on this system provides excellent filtration to help protect your engine from outside dust and debris while maintaining a blacked-out look. The filter is washable and reusable, and when used in normal driving conditions, these filters can go up to 100,000 miles before needing to be cleaned. And to top it all off, this intake system is covered by the K&N Million Mile Limited Warranty


Friday, February 14, 2014

Ford F-150 Blackhawk Induction Systems Available


K&N Air Intake under the hood of Ford F150 & Lincoln Mark LT
K&N Air Intake under the hood of Ford F150 & Lincoln Mark LT
The Ford F150, the best-selling light-duty pickup truck in America, has earned its reputation over the decades. Ford has consistently built durable, powerful pickup trucks with a range of options to meet the needs of owners, from getting groceries to carrying heavy loads at construction sites. The F150 has even become a popular platform for building award-winning show trucks. Now, owners of 2004-2008 Ford F150 trucks with 5.4 liter engines can add guaranteed horsepower and sleek styling under the hood with the K&N 71-2556 Blackhawk Induction performance air intake system.
K&N Air Intake System for Ford F150 & Lincoln Mark LT
K&N Air Intake System for Ford F150 & Lincoln Mark LT


The K&N 71-2556 Blackhawk Induction™ air intake system offers a blend of performance and aesthetics, without compromising either. The aluminum air intake tube helps to streamline airflow into the engine and it is powder coated black for a clean look. The tube also comes with a welded-on K&N engraved plate for a bit of flash to tastefully contrast the powder coating. A heat shield shrouds the RU-3101HBK air filter to help isolate incoming air from engine heat. The air filter is a dry synthetic filter that doesn’t require any oil, and offers excellent protection for the engine without sacrificing airflow. It’s also washable and reusable so it never needs to be replaced, and can go for up to 100,000 miles between cleanings depending on driving conditions.

Like the F150, power is part of the appeal of the 71-2556 air intake. On the dyno, the 71-2556 intake system produced an estimated additional 11.5 horsepower at 3800rpm and 15.3 pound-feet of torque at 3466rpm to the wheels. This system removes the restrictive factory resonating chambers, giving your engine a beautiful sound.

Dyno Chart for K&N Ford F150 & Lincoln Mark LT Air Intake 71-2556


Dyno Chart for K&N Ford F150 & Lincoln Mark LT Air Intake 71-2556
As with all K&N Blackhawk Induction air intake systems, the 71-2556 maintains all necessary factory connections and is easy to install. It’s backed by K&N’s famous Million Mile Limited Warranty and is built to perform even under the most rigorous of conditions.

Whether your F150 is a show time stallion, a worksite workhorse, or a dependable daily driver, the 71-2556 Blackhawk Induction air intake system brings power and tasteful flair under your hood that only K&N could craft. Find on at a dealer near you at www.KNFilters.com