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

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

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 (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 tubes, pre-bent tubes, multiple size silicone hoses, couplers and adapters, multiple size hose clamps, and 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

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

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

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.