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Why are aftermarket air intake systems so popular" A related question might be why replace the factory system which was designed by the engineers who built your vehicle" Today, we?ll describe the advantages of performance air intakes, and also talk about their ease of installation.
First, let?s cover some basics about your car?s engine. An internal combustion engine (gas or diesel) operates like an air pump. Air, mixed with fuel, is brought into the cylinders, compressed, burned, and expelled as exhaust.
All things being equal, the engine’s ability to “breathe,” or bring in more air, has a positive effect on its ability to produce power.
A vehicle?s factory air intake system is a compromise. The automaker’s job is to balance air flow, noise, underhood packaging, and service access, while still meeting power and fuel economy targets. A majority of car owners accept this. But once you?re educated to the advantages of replacing the factory system, you?ll see how easy and affordable it is to squeeze more power from your ride, with minimal (if any) impact to fuel mileage.
Original Equipment (OE) pieces must fit within a confined engine compartment. The air filter, small and flat, limits air flow because of its size and shape. Its location is chosen for its accessibility. Aftermarket systems relocate the filter, allowing it to be larger. The air intake tubes can now be larger in diamet...