If you own a fifth- or sixth-generation Camaro, there are plenty of great mods you can do to enhance its performance and looks. Even a base Camaro is a potent vehicle, the 3.6-liter V6 pumps out between 304 and 335hp depending on the model year, and the 6.2-liter V8 makes up to 455hp in stock form. The supercharged V8, meanwhile, delivers a sledgehammer 650hp.
But more is always better, and Motor Fire put together a great video showing five of the best mods that will give you the extra power and visual edge to let your Camaro stand out from the crowd.
Check out this video by Motor Fire, demonstrating the benefits of our CAI cold air intake in 6th Gen V8 Camaro:
For a stock look that takes just minutes to install, the CAI cold air intake is your only choice. Motor Fire mentions that you get better throttle response, more power, and improved fuel economy. All without needing to tune the ECU.
2.) Oil Catch Can
The second-best upgrade is also under the hood. It is an oil catch can that reduces carbon build-up on the intake valves and increases air turbulence to improve oil separation. It’s one of the cheapest and best mods you can do to extend the life of your engine. Installation time is just 20 minutes.
3.) Aftermarket Exhaust
Replacing your restrictive stock exhaust with a free-flowing aftermarket system will improve your car’s exhaust sound and unleash a few more horses in the process. Doing a full cat-back exhaust isn’t a cheap upgrade, but it is the most comprehensive way to add power and unleash your Camaro’s sound. After all, you get what you pay for.
A more cost-effective route is to do an axle-back muffler replacement. This will enhance the exhaust sound and the upgraded tailpipe tips will look great, too. There are plenty of different systems out there, so pick the one that works best for you.
4.) New Wheels
Replacement wheels aren’t going to enhance your Camaro’s acceleration, but they will definitely improve its looks. Motor Fire recommends Z28 wheels because they look great on any Camaro, but if your budget is tight, powder coating factory wheels is also an option.
Fitting larger diameter or wider wheels will really enhance your car’s looks and can also improve handling and grip levels. Just remember that fitting very low profile tires can make the ride much harder over bumps.
5.) Body Kits and Ground Effects
Some Camaros come with aero components from the factory. If yours didn’t, adding them to a stock car can instantly enhance the aesthetics of even a base V6 Camaro.
Adding splitters, side skirts and a rear wing can give your car a very racy and aggressive look, and unless you go for a pure carbon-fiber option, it can also be reasonably cost effective.
Get The Best Cold Air Intake On The Market For Your Camaro
Whatever upgrade you plan for your Camaro, make sure to install a cold air intake first. Cold Air Inductions is the leading manufacturer of sealed air box intake systems, and we offer a lifetime warranty. We use real-world dyno testing procedures to deliver real-world benefits. Our systems fit without any changes to the OEM sensors or connections.
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When it comes to aftermarket cold air intakes, performance enthusiasts are spoiled for choice. However, not all cold air intakes are created equal. Some air intakes are made by companies that supply parts to OEMs (like we do).
Our journey from an aftermarket innovator to a tier 1 OEM supplier is a testament to our commitment to quality and innovation. In this blog post, we’ll explore what it means to be a tier 1 OEM supplier, why we don’t make our cold air intake kits out of plastic, and how these things make our products different.
What It Means To Be A Tier 1 OEM Supplier
First, let’s clarify what a Tier 1 OEM supplier is:
If you make parts or assemblies that are used to build or modify a new vehicle, then you’re an OEM supplier
If you make parts or assembles that are used to build or modify a new vehicle – and you sell them directly to the automaker – then you’re a Tier 1 OEM supplier
Being an OEM supplier is great, as it means you make a quality product. But being a Tier 1 supplier is better: Not only are you making a high quality product, you’re also certifying that every one of your products will meet the automaker’s very high standards.
A typical OEM supplier will send parts to someone else, and then that party will do the testing and the quality control. Typical OEM suppliers have a little bit of latitude to make mistakes. Tier 1 suppliers (like our company) have no latitude. The buck stops with us.
It’s hard to become a Tier 1 supplier, and even harder to maintain that status. Most companies don’t bother, and we think that says something about their commitment to quality.
Here’s Why The Quality Of Every Intake Really Matters
A lot of people think about air intake kits the same way they think about plumbing: A bigger air intake tube can flow more air, so a bigger intake is better.
However, the size of the air intake tube is basically determined by engine displacement: At wide open throttle (WOT), your engine can only use a specific volume of air. Bigger engines need bigger intake tubes, and smaller engines need smaller intake tubes. Any inconsistency in the size of the tubing is bad:
Too much air flow from an oversize tube means the engine runs lean, reducing power and risking engine damage
Too little air flow from an undersize tube means the engine runs rich, wasting fuel and losing power
In other words, what you really really want from your air intake tube is precision. The air intake tube needs to flow a very specific volume of air. That means the tube needs to have a uniform thickness and cross-sectional area from one end to the other. Any variations or inconsistencies will change air flow and impact performance.
And Here’s Why We Don’t Make Our Intakes From Plastic
So we told you all of that business about being a tier 1 supplier and air intake tubing to tell you this: It’s very very difficult to make a quality air intake tube out of plastic without spending a lot of money.
1. Factory Air Intakes Are Almost Always Injection Molded Plastic
Most OEM air intakes are injection molded plastic for a couple of reasons:
Injection molding is fairly precise – definitely good enough for an air intake
Injection molding is very consistent from piece to piece, which is also really important (as explained above)
The trouble is that injection molds are extremely costly – $1 million+ per mold. If you’re an automaker manufacturing hundreds of thousands of parts with the same mold, the cost per piece is pretty good. But if you’re a small aftermarket air intake manufacturer? You can’t afford to spend millions on molds.
2. Most Aftermarket Air Intakes Are Roto-Molded Plastic
Rotational molded plastic (aka roto-molded plastic) is what most companies use for their air intake tubing because roto-molding is a very affordable. A roto-mold costs 1/20th as much as an injection mold. This means that, instead of spending $1 million on an injection mold like an automaker would, after-market air intake manufacturers spend $50,000+ on a roto-mold.
The trouble is, roto-molding is very inconsistent. Roto-molding works by pouring hot plastic into a mold and then spinning the mold as the plastic cools. In theory, the plastic will cool uniformly and piece will be good enough. In reality:
Roto-molded plastic will have different thicknesses in different spots, as it’s hard to get the molten plastic to flow consistently
Roto-molded plastic does not cool uniformly, which means the interior surface of the tube has lumps and thin spots
The cross-sectional area of a roto-molded air intake tube will vary as much as 8% from one end to the other, which means air flow can vary as much as 8% from one kit to the next
As a Tier 1 supplier, we can not make air intake tubes out of roto-molded plastic. Our product would never pass quality control. It would be too inconsistent from kit to kit: Some people would get a kit that was perfect sized and worked great, and some people would get a kit that flowed the wrong amount of air and didn’t work at all.
By the way, if you’ve ever wondered why some people say the cold air intake kits are great, and other people say they don’t work or don’t make a difference, now you know why.
3. Also, Plastic Is An Insulator That Retains Heat
The other reason we don’t use plastic: It’s an insulator. As the engine compartment warms up, any plastic under the hood warms up too. And once a plastic air intake tube warms up, it stays warm because it’s an insulator.
Of course, a metal intake tube under the hood will also warm up. However, metal doesn’t have the insulating properties of plastic. As more air flows into the engine, the air intake cools down. And here at Cold Air Inductions we also thermally insulate our air intake tubing with a special coating, further improving the thermal properties.
1. Metal Construction. Metal has better thermal properties than plastic. It’s also stronger and will last longer than roto-molded plastic, which can shatter or crack over time.
2. Consistent Intake Tube Diameter: Air intake tube diameter is arguably the most important aspect of a performance air intake. If the tube flows a little too much air – or not quite enough – it will not perform correctly at wide open throttle (WOT). Roto-molded plastic air intake kits have a lot of problems with oversize or undersize tubing because of the way they’re made. In fact, almost all roto-molded parts have a section that’s too thin or too thick, throwing off the air flow by a significant amount.
3. Lifetime Warranty. If an air intake is well made, it should last the lifetime of the vehicle or longer. And a good Lifetime Warranty should NOT have exclusions for normal off-road use, track use, or commercial use. A “lifetime” warranty with a bunch of exclusions isn’t.
4. Premium Reusable Air Filter That’s Made In The USA. Several companies offer engine air filters that are re-usable, but it’s important to verify the filter itself is Made in the USA. Imported filters often use inferior quality filter media to keep costs down, but the consequence of a cheap air filter is either poor performance or poor filtration. Poor performance is no fun; poor filtration can cause long-term engine damage. We wouldn’t ever recommend an air intake kit without a US-made air filter.
We’re A Tier 1 Supplier Because We Make A Great Product
Finishing where we started, the secret to our success as a company has been our dedication to quality and innovation. And the evidence of our dedication is our status as a tier 1 OEM supplier.
Being a tier 1 supplier isn’t easy. A lot of companies can’t or won’t do it because of the strict quality requirements. But every one of our products is designed and manufactured to meet or exceed rigorous specs, and we document every step of the process.
We know we’re biased, but we think we make the best quality cold air intake kits in the industry. Our customers rate our products very highly, and we do business with some of the biggest automakers in the world. Why buy from anyone else?
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Performance cars are built with high quality parts, but that doesn’t mean that there isn’t room for improvement. The sixth generation Chevy Camaro SS is already an impressive performer. It comes stock with a 455hp 6.2-liter V8 that can launch it from 0-60mph in just 4.5-seconds.
It can also cover the quarter mile in just over 12-seconds. That’s quick even for modified V8s. Bad Bowtie Productions decided to take their 2016 Camaro SS to the dragstrip to find out what it would do stock. Then they installed a CAI Cold Air Intake to see whether it made a difference. Read on to find out.
Stock Runs
First off, they did three stock passes to get a baseline:
ET 12.03@116mph
ET 12.01@117mph
ET 11.99@117mph
The baseline average works out to an elapsed time of [email protected]. Those are pretty healthy numbers for a bone stock Camaro SS. Clearly the track surface and car were as good as it was going to get. The car was left to cool down for an hour, during which the CAI Cold Air Intake was installed. The entire process took just 15 minutes with basic tools.
It was then driven straight to the drag strip without waiting for the ECU to recalibrate to the additional airflow.
CAI Intake Runs
The Bad Bowtie Productions crew then did three passes with the new CAI kit installed and reached an average elapsed time of [email protected]:
There are plenty of cold air induction kits on the market. What makes CAI stand out is the attention to detail and quality of every product we sell. Every kit is supplied with everything you need for a hassle-free installation. We use OEM-quality fittings and keep all original sensors.
Inspection window to check reusable air filters
Powder-coated aluminum parts to reduce intake temps and enhance performance
Air boxes designed to maximize cold airflow and OEM sensors are reused
Upgrading to a CAI Cold Air Intake is quick and easy thanks to our custom designed products and simple installation procedure. Our intakes are designed to last, and the reusable air filter element will save you money, too. Our popular 6th Gen Camaro intakes include:
Whether you choose the Elite Carbon Series intake systems like Bad Bowtie Productions did for their Camaro SS, or the Elite Series intakes, CAI products are the perfect upgrade for any OEM setup.
Cold Air Inductions is a leading manufacturer of cold air intakes. And we stand by our products with a lifetime warranty. Get in touch with our team to order your kit today.
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The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is one heck of a car. It’s responsive, powerful, and has the speed to back up its incredible looks. But if you own one, you’re probably always looking for ways to improve it, get a little more performance, or make it really stand out.
An easy way to accomplish all of that is with our Elite Carbon Series cold air intake. In the video below, we turn to Lonestar Hawaiian on YouTube for an in-depth look at installing this system in his dream car, the Camaro ZL1.
Check Out The Carbon Elite CAI Camaro Cold Air Intake
“Everybody needs a little carbon fiber in their life.”
– Lonestar Hawaiian
As Lonestar Hawaiian says, this cold air intake is a great way to add a little carbon fiber to your life. It fits any 2017 to 2021 Chevy Camaro ZL1 with a 6.2-liter V8 engine and comes with an airbox, intake tube, air filter, coupler, stainless steel clamps, and installation manual. The airbox features a clear plexiglass window that helps you monitor the condition of your air filter and adds some major style points when you pop the hood.
The Elite Carbon Series takes that style to a whole new level. The system produces the same great benefits as the Elite Series system, but the air box and intake tube pieces are constructed from carbon fiber, which looks great and is lightweight, strong, and resistant to temperature changes. It naturally maintains a cooler temperature than a metal or plastic intake, which improves your power and fuel efficiency even more, making it the perfect solution for your Camaro.
Installing A Cold Air Inductions Camaro Cold Air Intake
Installing one of our cold air intake systems for your Camaro is pretty simple, typically requiring less than 30 minutes to complete the following steps:
First, disconnect the negative battery terminal, which will help reset the system.
Loosen the hose clamps and unscrew the MAF sensor from your factory air intake tube.
Slide the air intake tube off of the throttle body and remove the air box and tube.
Then, follow the instructions to hook up your new cold air intake. Remember to
If you watched Lonestar Hawaiian’s video, you saw that one of the best features of this cold air intake system is that it is designed to bolt right into place. In practically no time, he had it hooked up and his Camaro back on the road.
Lonestar Hawaiian notes in his video that it may not dramatically change your fuel economy. But who cares about gas efficiency when you’re talking about increasing power and performance?
Why Should You Have A Camaro Cold Air Intake?
No matter how you slice it, the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is one heck of a car. It’s powerful, fast, responsive, and looks incredible. A cold air intake is a ridiculously easy way to eke out a little more performance, particularly our Elite Carbon Series cold air intake.
Cold Air Inductions has been a leading manufacturer of sealed air box intake systems since 2004. We offer a lifetime product warranty and do real power testing to ensure our intake kits deliver noticeable improvements over stock performance.
Contact us to order your Camaro CAI cold air intake kit today!
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If you’re a proud owner of a Chevy Camaro and looking to enhance its performance and style, upgrading certain components can make a significant difference. From boosting horsepower to improving aesthetics, these upgrades can transform your Camaro into something unique.
Among the various options available, a cold air intake from Cold Air Induction (CAI) stands out as the top choice, but other things may also improve your Camaro, including suspension upgrades, new wheels/tires, body kits and window tint. Let’s delve into the benefits of each upgrade.
Upgrading the suspension of your Chevy Camaro is a surefire way to enhance both handling and ride quality. Performance-oriented suspension components like upgraded shocks, struts, springs, and sway bars can minimize body roll, improve cornering ability, and provide a more responsive and comfortable ride. By investing in a quality suspension upgrade, you’ll experience improved stability and control during aggressive driving, making your Camaro a joy to maneuver on the road or track.
2. Wheels and Tires: Amping Up Style And Performance
Swapping out the factory wheels and tires for high-performance counterparts can not only elevate the aesthetics of your Camaro but also enhance its grip and handling. Performance wheels made from lightweight materials reduce unsprung weight, leading to better acceleration, braking, and cornering capabilities. Pairing these wheels with high-performance tires engineered for improved traction and grip completes the package, allowing you to fully exploit your Camaro’s power and performance potential.
3. Performance Intakes: Boosting HP And Sound
One of the most gratifying upgrades for any Camaro owner is a cold air intake system. A high-quality intake kit optimizes air flow, allowing the engine to breathe more freely. This results in increased horsepower and torque, accompanied by a more pronounced engine sound (especially when you step on it) that exudes power and performance. Besides the performance gains, a well-designed intake kit can turn heads and give your Camaro engine bay an stand-out look. You can check out Cold Air Inductions high-quality intake intake kits for Camaros here.
4. Window Tint: Enhancing Aesthetics And Comfort
While not directly related to performance, window tinting is an upgrade that adds to the overall appeal and comfort of your Chevy Camaro. Tinted windows provide several benefits, including blocking harmful UV rays, reducing glare, and enhancing privacy. Additionally, window tinting helps regulate the interior temperature by minimizing heat buildup, ensuring a more comfortable driving experience, especially during hot summer months.
5. Body Kits: A Sleek And Unique Look
Body kits are meticulously designed to reduce air resistance, allowing the car to achieve better speed and fuel efficiency. They also help in channeling airflow in a manner that can keep the vehicle more grounded, providing enhanced stability at high speeds. Adding components such as front and rear bumpers, side skirts, and sometimes even a spoiler, provide a more aggressive and sporty look to the Camaro, making it stand out on the road. Besides the functional benefits, a body kit can significantly increase the resale value of the car, appealing to enthusiasts who appreciate a customized appearance.
Camaro Cold Air Intake Kits From Cold Air Inductions
Cold Air Induction systems are designed to provide noticeable performance improvements for the Chevy Camaro and come with a lifetime warranty. Our cold air intakes replace the stock intake with a more efficient design, drawing cooler air into the engine and increasing both horsepower and torque. By optimizing airflow, a CAI system helps your Camaro breathe easier and perform at its peak, improving throttle response and overall engine efficiency.
Contact us to order your CAI cold air intake kit today.
Cold air intakes are an inexpensive way to increase your truck’s performance, providing better towing and gas mileage while improving its sound. The key is finding a high-quality system that cools and improves airflow.
That’s why GuitarmageddonZL1 chose an intake system from Cold Air Inductions and says it should be the first performance mod on your truck. We’ll cover the highlights of their video in this post and explain what makes our cold air intakes stand out from the competition.
Cold Air Inductions Chevy Silverado Intake Install
GuitarmageddonZL1 installed a Cold Air Inductions cold air intake on his new Chevrolet Silverado, which was the first performance modification he did on the truck. In the video, he comments on the simplicity of the installation and the noticeable sound differences.
“The cool thing about this intake is it does not require a tune so it’s literally just bolt-on-and-go.”
– GuitarmageddonZL1
Our cold air intake not only changes the throaty sound of the V8 but helps the engine make more power. Each intake system is built for a specific vehicle, allowing it to provide the ideal amount of airflow for the engine. This allows more efficient combustion in the engine, leading to improvements in horsepower and fuel economy. Even though most V8 trucks already provide great power to the wheels, the extra performance comes in handy when pulling a trailer or hauling a heavy load.
Cold Air Induction’s Performance Is In The Details
There are many great-looking air intakes on the market, but nothing matches the performance and engineering of our intake systems. That’s because each kit is designed and tested to fit a specific vehicle and provides a tight fit to keep the engine compartment’s hot air out of the intake.
“They measure with a scaled 3D measurement, so it fits perfectly – it’s a tight fit because of that and takes some finesse – but once you get it in, it’s awesome. A perfect fit.”
– GuitarmageddonZL1
Additionally, each system comes with the following:
OEM-spec tubing, fasteners, and connectors for the crankcase breather tube
High-quality, reusable eight-layer cotton fiber air filter
Plexiglass inspection window
Powder-coated aluminum components to reduce intake temps
Perfectly insulated air boxes to maximize cold airflow
In most cases, it only takes a few tools and 15-20 minutes to install one of our cold air intakes. However, you’ll immediately notice the improved power, throatier sound, and increased fuel economy.
Why Choose A Cold Air Inductions Intake?
Cold Air Inductions are designed and engineered for specific vehicles to deliver noticeable improvements over stock performance. Every one of our kits is tested to verify performance gains and comes with a lifetime warranty.
Contact us to order your CAI cold air intake kit today.
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Upgrading your stock air intake comes with several benefits. And, yes, an improved intake sound is one of them. In this blog we will examine why this happens and how it affects your vehicle.
What Does A Cold Air Intake Do?
Increases power
Improves fuel economy
Enhances intake sound
A properly designed cold air intake does exactly what it says on the box. It allows cold air to be sucked into the engine.
Cold air is dense, which means more oxygen for your engine. The end result is more power and better fuel economy. And, of course, a deeper, more aggressive intake sound.
How Does The Intake Sound Change?
Deeper, sportier sound at full throttle
No drone or noise when cruising
The less restrictive design of our cold air intake systems allows more air to be sucked into the engine. This results in a more pronounced intake sound, adding a sporty edge to your vehicle.
Unlike most aftermarket intakes, there is little to no difference in the sound at part throttle or when cruising. Our customers love the way the intake sound transforms their vehicles.
“Looks and sounds great! Very easy to install.”
– John B. (After installing a CAI kit in his Chevy Camaro)
The Limitations Of Stock Intakes
Stock intake systems are designed and engineered to meet 3 very manufacturing guidelines. They must:
Meet prevailing regulations
Be cost-effective to make
Be easy to install
An auto manufacturer must design an air intake that is cost-effective and easy to install on an assembly line. It must also meet regulations in the markets where it will be sold.
The end result is a stock intake that is severely restricted. Most are made of non-insulated plastic and have restrictive designs that suck in hot air and have little to no intake sound.
Why You Should Upgrade To A CAI Cold Air Intake
At Cold Air Inductions, we develop cold air intakes that work with specific vehicles. Our designs are not restricted by the traditional manufacturing guidelines outlined above. We also test our systems in real-world conditions to deliver results you can feel and hear, mainly:
Enhanced performance
Improved economy
More pronounced intake sound over OEM system
Easy to check reusable air filter with handy inspection window
OEM quality and look
Lifetime Warranty
Real-world testing for real-world performance
Upgrading to a CAI Cold Air Intake is quick and easy, thanks to our custom-designed products and simple installation procedure. Our intakes are built to last, and the reusable air filter element will save you money over a stock system.
Cold Air Inductions has been a leading manufacturer of sealed air box intake systems since 2004. We offer a lifetime warranty. Check out our range of high-quality intakes here. Then, contact our team to order a Cold Air Inductions kit for your ride that sounds as good as it performs.
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There’s nothing like a CAI cold air intake to boost performance and unleash your ride’s intake sound. But don’t take our word for it. Rather, take a look at what Steve from Hammerdown Motorsports thinks when he installs our intake in his 2017 GMC Yukon Denali.
“This is a must-have for any vehicle.”
Steve, Hammerdown Motorsports
In this post, we cover his video review of our CAI cold air intake install. After all, the proof of a good product is how it performs in real-life situations. Watch the Hammerdown Motorsports video below.
The Yukon Denali CAI Kit
Aside from a Corsa Sport exhaust system, Steve’s 2017 GMC Yukon Denali was just as the factory intended. But it didn’t stay that way for long, as the CAI kit was the next upgrade for his vehicle. This CAI intake system kit includes:
Insulated Aluminum Air Box
Air Box Lid with Clear Inspection Window
Thermal-Coated Intake Tube
High-Performance Air Filter
Black Silicone Coupler / Stainless Clamps
Installation Instructions
After he unboxed the kit, it was time to remove the factory intake system.
Factory Intake Removal
Getting the original intake system off didn’t take long and only required a flathead screwdriver and a ratchet set:
First off, Steve unplugged the Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF), removed some clamps, and disconnected a couple of hoses.
Then, the factory airbox was removed with an 8mm ratchet.
The lower section of the airbox was secured with rubber grommets, so it just required a good pull to get free.
Then, the brace over the coolant reservoir was unbolted (13mm ratchet) in preparation for the CAI kit
Installing The CAI Intake
Once the old system had been removed, it was time for the CAI kit to be fitted.
The new fully insulated airbox went in first. It is designed to fit perfectly into the original airbox cavity, so no drilling or cutting is required.
Next up was the black silicone coupler, already fitted with the required stainless steel clamps. All the existing hoses fit straight on.
The thermal coated intake tube was then connected between the airbox and coupler. Steve also fitted the air filter before tightening it all up to ensure it all fit perfectly.
The final step was to refit the factory MAF sensor, fit the air filter cover, refit the brace, and tighten all the clamps.
First Impressions
With everything fitted, it was time to start it up. Steve immediately noticed how the intake noise sounded stock when cruising but emitted a deep growl under hard acceleration. The subtle vibration through the gas pedal gave it a whole new feel, too.
“That is a night and day difference.”
Steve, Hammerdown Motorsports
Steve loved how much better it sounded and commented that it wasn’t just great on his 6.2-liter Yukon but was a definite must-have for any vehicle. This kit is designed to fit several different vehicles including:
Upgrade Your Vehicle With A CAI Cold Air Intake Kit
“I can’t imagine driving the Yukon without it at this point – it’s so much fun.”
Steve, Hammerdown Motorsports
At Cold Air Inductions, we do real power testing and deliver real power gains. Every kit is built to the highest quality with OEM-quality fittings, and all original sensors are retained. We believe in our products, so we offer a lifetime warranty.
Our intake kits are designed and engineered for specific vehicles. This is why we deliver noticeable improvements over stock. So, contact us today and experience the benefits of a CAI cold air intake kit.
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Our cold air intakes are one of the easiest and most rewarding upgrades you can do to your vehicle. To demonstrate the benefits of our Elite Series Cold Air Intake for the Chevy Colorado, we sent a kit to HorsePower Obsessed to try out:
Why Cold Air Inductions?
Horsepower Obsessed hadn’t really considered installing a cold air intake on their V6 Colorado because most kits required the engine cover to be removed.
But that’s not the case with Cold Air Intake’s kit as it was designed to work specifically with the Colorado. Unlike some of the generic solutions from other suppliers. So, we decided to send them a kit to demonstrate just how effective our CAI cold air intake can be.
The Chevy Colorado Intake Kit
Our cold air induction kit for the Chevy Colorado is specially designed to work with that model. It uses all the original fasteners, OEM sensors, mounting points and connectors. This makes for an easy install that fits perfectly. The intake system includes:
2015 – 2022 Chevrolet Colorado 3.6-liter V6 and 2.5-liter inline-4
2015 – 2022 GMC Canyon 3.6-liter V6 and 2.5-liter inline-4
2016 – 2022 Chevrolet Colorado 2.8-liter Turbo-Diesel
2016 – 2022 GMC Canyon 2.8-liter Turbo-Diesel
The Installation
Installing the kit was extremely easy. It took just a few minutes and required just a couple of tools.
“I would definitely recommend Cold Air Inductions. The intake install was extremely easy.”
– Justin, HorsePower Obsessed
Tools:
T20 Torx screwdriver
Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
8mm and 10mm socket with extension
Removal Process:
Remove MAF sensor with T20 Torx screwdriver
Use 8mm socket or flathead screwdriver to remove pipe between intake and manifold
Remove stock airbox with Philips head screwdriver.
Take out stock filter and bottom air box section. Two 10mm nuts hold it in place.
Installation Process:
Slide MAF sensor into new intake tube.
Install new airbox using stock grommets and connectors
Connect new intake tube between airbox and intake manifold. Reattach MAF harness
Install air filter and fit new airbox lid
And that’s it. The process is simple, and the new components fit as if they came from the factory.
Scientific Testing
Every system we build is tested in real-world conditions to deliver real-world results. To test our claim Horsepower Obsessed did before and after dyno runs and sound tests.
“I can definitely hear a lot more intake noise.”
– Justin, HorsePower Obsessed
The sound from the engine bay before the new intake was hardly noticeable. Once it had been installed, it transformed the intake sound. Every press of the throttle released a far deeper and more impressive sound that really transformed the truck.
“It does give us some additional power, which is awesome.”
– Justin, HorsePower Obsessed
The dyno tests also showed minor, yet consistent improvements to both power and torque levels. Wolfpack speed Dyno runs:
Best of 249hp and 228 lb-ft with stock intake
Best of 251hp and 230 lb-ft with Cold Air Inductions kit
The 2hp and 2lb-ft improvements were small, but like with any modification, a tune would really allow the Colorado to make the most of the colder air being sucked into the motor.
Upgrade Your Truck With The Best Chevy Colorado Cold Cold Air Intake
For an immediate boost in performance, economy, and intake sound, the Colorado Cold Air intake kit is tough to beat. As HorsePower Obsessed found, it’s easy to install, sounds great, and can save you money thanks to the reusable air filter and potential for better gas mileage. Other benefits include:
Small power gain – could be increased with a tune
Potential gas mileage improvement
Much better engine sound
Reusable air filter saves money
Extremely easy to install
Cold Air Inductions has been a leading manufacturer of sealed air box intakes since 2004. Our products are built to last and come with a lifetime warranty. Each kit is designed and tested to work with your vehicle.
Our real-world dyno testing procedures show real-world benefits. Get in touch with our team to order your CAI cold air induction kit today.
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Our cold air intake kits offer enhanced performance, improved fuel economy, and a great sound. Our customers tend to agree:
“Why manufacturers don’t install this [intake] from the get-go is beyond me.” – Lonestar Hawaiian Garage
Lonestar Hawaiian Garage installed a CAI kit on their 2020 Chevy Silverado Trail Boss and was so impressed they decided to do the same to their 2007 Silverado, too.
Check out their video of the install and test drive. And read on to find out more about why our CAI cold air intakes are ahead of the competition.
The 2020 Silverado Cold Air Inductions Kit
Lonestar Hawaiian installed one of our CAI kits on their 2020 Silverado Trail Boss and loved the results. Aside from the impressive quality and fit and finish, the truck was also more efficient. Delivering 21mpg compared to 19.5mpg with the stock system.
Stock induction kits are made from ABS plastic. The main aim is to deaden the intake sound, which also restricts airflow. Plastic also can’t shield the intake tract from heat in the engine bay. All good reasons to eliminate the stock system as soon as possible.
Seeing the improvements on the 2020 truck, they decided it was time to get a kit for their 2007 Silverado as well. This vehicle was already fitted with a K&N system, but it was time for an upgrade. So out it came.
K&N Vs. Cold Air Inductions Kit
Comparing the two systems, it was clear that the CAI kit was better built, and more attention had been paid to the materials used and heat insulation. Notable benefits of Cold Air Inductions Kit vs K&N include:
Thermal-coated intake tube and air box
Plexiglass viewing port
Better quality components
Way larger air filter – better filtration and air volume
The K&N system had worked well over the years, but fuel economy was actually a bit worse compared to the stock system. Once the two kits were laid out on the table, the biggest differences were in the air box, intake tube, and filament filter.
“Build quality of the Cold Air Inductions intake is super strong and super sturdy.” – Lonestar Hawaiian Garage
Lonestar Hawaiian used his “finger science” method to compare the two intake boxes. Not exactly scientific, but the differences in quality were obvious.
The CAI box is clearly better insulated with thicker material. And it has a fitted, stitched-on, pre-molded edge for precise fitment. The K&N system has a simple weather strip-like rubber seal, thinner metal, and no insulation at all.
K&N uses a plastic intake tube for its design. The CAI system uses a thermal-coated metal intake tube. That means lower intake temperatures and more power.
And finally, the most obvious difference was CAI’s HUGE filament filter. This allows more air to be sucked into the engine and enhances the intake sound.
The installation itself took a little longer than intended. Mostly due to a bracket he wanted to retain for a future project. But the results were well worth it. And like all our systems, no changes were made to the harnesses, and OEM sensors were retained.
Immediate Driving Impressions
The results from the CAI intake install were immediate – most notably:
Better intake sound
Much lower intake temps
Out on the road, the first noticeable difference was the enhanced intake sound. That’s because the freer-flowing CAI system allows more air to be sucked into the engine. The superior design also showed up in the temperature difference under the hood. He recorded between 121 and 180 degrees in the engine bay, yet the intake box was at a far lower 93 degrees.
That is thanks to our state-of-the-art testing equipment, CAD engineering, and airflow analysis that each CAI kit goes through. While he didn’t get to compare fuel economy figures, judging by the performance of the CAI kit in the 2020 Silverado, it should also show an improvement
Time To Give Your Truck The CAI Upgrade
Cold Air Inductions has been a leading manufacturer of sealed air box intakes since 2004. Our products are built to last and come with a lifetime warranty.
Each kit is designed and tested to fit a specific vehicle. We use real-world dyno testing procedures to deliver real-world benefits. Check out some of the kits available for Chevy Silverados and Sierras here.
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