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🏎️ Enhanced Performance: AEM 21-490R Red Cold Air Intake System Turbocharges Your Engine! Review

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Product GradeReplacement Part
BrandAEM
Fit TypeVehicle Specific Fit
MaterialAluminum

Description of 🏎️ Enhanced Performance: AEM 21-490R Red Cold Air Intake System Turbocharges Your Engine!

Engineered to add horsepower and reduce restriction compared to OEM air intakes. All AEM Air Intakes come with a lifetime DRYFLOW Synthetic air filter with great filtration. Guaranteed for the life of your car or truck. Manufactured in the USA. Fit type: Vehicle Specific.

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Quick installation and performance you can feel

I was a bit skeptical about installing it on my car (VW GTI GLX 01) but I needed more power for the trailer I was towing. installed (instructions included) and the performance was immediately noticeable. The engine runs a bit rough on cold starts, but once warm the car feels great. The fit and finish is great but doesn't match the Tornado Red car.

Pros
  • Replacement parts
Cons
  • Only available in white

Installation was a little tedious as you have to remove the old air intake bracket and battery. No modifications required, just read the instructions if you're a little confused. I noticed a decent increase in performance as soon as I started the car and drove it. The best part was the increased responsiveness. Be careful when driving through puddles/rain areas. If they are too deep, they can get into the air intake, as it is very deep. The red pipe looks beautiful and the finish is great. I…

Pros
  • Air Intake
Cons
  • Cable shorter than others

Revainrating 4 out of 5

This product sucks. Air!

I bought this product because I was looking for a small performance upgrade for my 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLX (2.8L VR6). It's a great shot, but the only problem I have is that it goes right in front of the driver's side wheel. Nothing bad has ever happened, but I've always been careful when driving near puddles. I can't say for sure if this actually increased performance, but I suspect it did because my fuel economy increased. I'm not sure if this is directly related to the setup or more a…

Pros
  • Filter
Cons
  • I don't really like it, everything is fine