FITMENT
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2014-2018 Silverado 1500 with 5.3L/6.2L V8 Engine
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2014-2018 GMC Sierra 1500 with 5.3L/6.2L V8 Engine
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2015-2020 Suburban with 5.3L V8 Engine
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2015-2020 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL with 5.3L V8 Engine
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2015-2020 GMC Yukon Denali/Denali XL with 6.2L V8 Engine
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2019 Silverado 1500 Limited with 5.3L/6.2L V8 Engine
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2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Limited with 5.3L/6.2L V8 Engine
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Fits Automatic and Manual Transmission,Will not fit Hybrid
DESCRIPTION
Product Overview
- The 2014–2018 Silverado/Sierra 1500 and 2019 "LD" / "Limited" equipped with 5.3L and 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engines is built for heavy towing, hauling, and high-output street performance. However, the stock plastic intake assembly relies on restrictive sound baffles and narrow ducting that slow down intake velocity and stifle engine breathing.
- The Cold Air Intake System replaces factory airbox with a high-flow mandrel-bent tube, protective heat shield, and a high-flow dry air filter. By feeding cooler, denser air directly into the throttle body, this upgrade delivers faster throttle response, improved combustion efficiency, and a deep, aggressive V8 intake growl under load.
Key Features
- High-Flow Mandrel-Bent Tubing: Replaces the restrictive factory intake pipe to maximize air volume (CFM) and intake velocity into the throttle body.
- Thermal Heat Shield Box: Heavy-duty steel shield isolates the air filter from hot engine bay heat, drawing in cooler, oxygen-dense ambient air.
- Washable Dry Air Filter: High-flow, reusable filter element traps microscopic particles effectively while maximizing airflow without needing messy oiling.
- Aggressive V8 Intake Sound: Deletes factory sound bafflers to unleash a deep, muscular intake growl under acceleration.
- Reinforced Hardware: Multi-ply heat-resistant silicone couplers and stainless steel clamps guarantee airtight, leak-free seals under high temperatures.
FAQ
Q: What are the main performance benefits of upgrading to this cold air intake?
A: Restrictive factory airboxes slow down intake airflow. Upgrading to this high-flow system increases air volume and velocity, delivering sharper throttle response, faster acceleration, and increased overall horsepower and torque.
Q: How do I handle the secondary PCV or fresh-air makeup hoses connected to the factory intake?
A: The intake tube features a precision-machined barbed fitting and includes a high-grade silicone hose that connects directly to the factory valve cover breather port, maintaining a completely sealed, emissions-compliant crankcase ventilation loop.
Q: Will adding this high-flow intake make my 6.2L L86 or 5.3L L83 engine run lean?
A: No. Your truck's factory MAF sensor and Wideband O2 sensors continuously monitor incoming airflow and exhaust mixtures in real time, automatically adjusting fuel trims to maintain a safe, optimal air-fuel ratio.
Q: How often should I inspect, clean, or service the dry high-flow air filter element?
A: Under normal highway and street driving conditions, inspect the filter every 10,000 to 15,000 miles and clean it every 30k miles. If you frequently drive on dusty dirt roads or active job sites, check and wash it more frequently.
