Jeep Cold Air Intake - $40 Kit- Install, Test and Review

[@johnbergy5342]

Kudos! Only Ben from Jk gear could pull off a 17 minute video talking about a cold air intake 😂.. love your videos man. Thanks for the knowledge

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Hahaha thanks! 🤙🏻

[@jamekingsly1586]

Good idea on installing that water guard, don’t see many people running those but they are a must

[@danconatser8699]

New to your channel. Just watched 3 videos. Each was excellent. CAI for $40? That is a no brainer. My AFe for $300 does not work any better than yours. All your upgrades are focused on the "normal" Jeep guy. This is great compared to all the videos where unlimited cash guys install $5-10,000 of "performance" upgrades. Plus your videos are straight forward and you always mention both the pros and cons. Keep them coming.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you! And that is the goal for my channel, not everyone needs to spend thousands in order to build a cool and capable Jeep. I’ve been around jeeps for quite a while and it’s crazy how much bad info their is out in the world as well as online. Thanks for watching and tagging along 🤘

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Good job on this video, enjoyed the testing you did as well with this one. I am impressed that there was actually a colder air difference, I have put a couple of them on trucks in the past especially when I lived 60 plus miles away from work, did it for a little bit better millage and it eventually paid for itself, plus, i do think it sounds cool when its sucking the air, like you showed on the end of the video. Fun stuff. thanks again and have a blessed week my friend. Dale

[@TheBeardedJeeper]

Great video man. Very interesting to see an actual test between stock and the aftermarket. I might pick one up

[@newellrobinson9072]

Use some heat wrap around the pipe then take another test and update this post. I have looked at these cheap ones and thought about wrapping the tube in some heat tape...for like cycle exhaust pipes.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I will give that a shot. Part of me thinks that wrapping it might cause the pipe to heat up more since the aluminum won’t be able to release the heat. It will be a battle between which is more important (dissipating heat or preventing it).

[@newellrobinson9072]

Also is the filter that it came with as good as a K&N or any other name brand high flow air filter? I think the wrap is going to reflect the heat away from the tube. Also is that a real aluminum tube or different material with an aluminum coating?? Just a few things to think about. Also you could have cut away the section of the battery tray that has the holding points for the old air box and set it to the side. That may help a little being the DV8 inner fender has a screen already over it.

[@markbellger8945]

I’ve been thinking of doing this for a while. Think I might do it

[@JKGearandGadgets]

do it!

[@richrichie5850]

Great video.. just bought a 2012 Jk on Tuesday.. I'm new to the seen and you keep things simple ..

[@jamesmarchel8386]

I had one on my old Jk.. great mod like you said, but not worth the 300$ that some kits cost

[@robertsantos182]

ihave almost thye same on my 16 jk , noticed the hotter air but better response.....so i had an idea and wrapped the aluminum pipe with header wrap , for 20$. and noticed about 3-5 mpg difference.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

That’s good to hear! So you did the wrap and actually noticed an improvement?

[@robertsantos182]

yeah just a little cooler but not as hot, and still cheaper to do that then buy a 300 + plastic intake all together 160 with pipe, wrap and shipping / handling. more throttle response then anything

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

3-5 mpg difference????? That's a big difference would think maybe 1 or 2 mpg more how did you calculate those numbers?

[@shawnrahm1082]

Would be interested in an additional review or info now that you’ve had this for a while now.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Still loving it!

[@kennmanus5091]

What I noticed the most was the volume of air that the intake let in. My air flow increased by at least 30%, but I still swear it was closer to 50% more air. Also when I was on the highway and would hit the gas the engine noise sounded like a hamster squealing, but afterward it was a nice throaty rumble all the way to death wobble. Just kidding about the death wobble.

[@chuckmiller2741]

Wondering if it would make sense to modify the factory air box to fit the new filter.

[@treyloughridge5448]

Ben, very cool mod. Would look great on Lola, my 2006 Jeep Wrangler LJ.

[@ScottCormell]

I’m only at the 5 min mark here, and I will continue to watch the rest, but a thought struck me, the more expensive cold air intakes have the shrouds around parts of them, could you maybe achieve the same thing by keeping the original filter box, just removing the top from it and placing this filter inside it running the tube through it?

[@bigtrucklittlerv7969]

Should also check driving temps. That's where it operates mostly.

[@Jeepinwargammer]

Good review, but you had the heat issue backwards. Aluminum is not a good heat sink so it wicks heat away better. Comparable Plastics are actually slightly porous, and tends to be more of a heat sink. This is why aluminum rads, and inter-coolers are so good at what they do.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you! Good info

[@Georgia4Low]

Nice!! I would loved to have seen air temp on stock while driving down the road and then same road test with the cold air system.

[@howardfreeland5595]

I have a filter like that on my Harley and it's a pain to clean it. The cover is called a sock by Harley and many riders use it all the time. I never use mine - it cuts down on performance and is not needed in the rain as the oil in the filter doesn't allow much or no water to get through. I have ridden in heavy rain with no problem. Thee only problem was when I had the sock on and it was dusty - some engine missing. I took the sock off and no problem. My buddy says the clean out engines with some water in the filter where he works. Maybe it's different for a jeep. ( I just got a CAI for my Wrangler.)

[@JKGearandGadgets]

What your referring to is pretty much a prefilter. This is actually a waterguard, lots of people hydrolock their jeep engines from splashing through deep water with a cold air intake. I would highly recommend running a water guard if you have a cone style filter

[@brent212cburg]

Awesome video!

[@patan77]

That's awesome man love this intake, did you notice any power gains? Any gain with a 3.8 is good gains, I'm thinking a dual exhaust and this cai for some lower end power would be worth it?

[@fastcrxzc]

Did your hood louver lower under hood temperature alot? I'm looking at the xprite kit that has the 3 "triangle" vents but I am a little worried about water coming in from those vents... they are pretty big vents. I can link in another reply if you are not familiar with that kit?

[@davydeenice1174]

Hey buddy... I disagree w/the MAD POWER from Honda's etc... NOT!!!! 🤣 CAI Kits do work, but you got to get the right one for sure... Back to them Honda's... 😢😢😢 NOT!!!

[@garysumner6032]

Also, what's the chance you can do a video on mounting the dual gauge pod on the A post with a oil gauge and volt meter gauge. Jeep still hasn't put gauges that matter. Thanks

[@JKGearandGadgets]

That’s on my list!

[@LetsGoFish]

Great video!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Thank you!

[@jeepnutscotty]

Hi Ben, great video as usual mate 👌curious as to which OBD phone app you’re using in this video?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I don’t remember which one I was using, but I highly suggest Jscan

[@garysumner6032]

I enjoy your videos, unforntunatley the link to the amazon cold air intake is wrong. I ordered it and it does not fit my 2008 JKU Xt. the vent tube is way too small and the connection in in the bend next to the filter.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I’m sorry, did it look similar to the kit in my video? I’ll delete the link

[@garysumner6032]

I ordered the one from Amazon and the hose sizes were wrong and the placement was wrong so I ordered the one from eBay and should get it tuesday

[@cond3236]

@@garysumner6032 did you end up installing the ebay one? does that one fit? ive got an '08 jk and was considering getting that one. and if you installed it, how do you like it so far?

[@RoyalGraham]

Con D lol! Did you go through with it and if so how do you like it?

[@hunterfiuzat]

HOWD YOU GET THE SENSOR TO REACH? My kit won’t reach the sensor location

[@yhwhdesigntruth]

To fix the heat absorption... All you have to do is wrap it in exhaust wrap.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Well that gets a little tricky, it gets to the debate of heat dispersion vs asorbstion. Aluminum dissipates heat easily, and a wrap will slow heat absorbstion but hinder dissipation.

[@yhwhdesigntruth]

@@JKGearandGadgets that does make a lot of sense. good point.

[@conner415]

Looking to grab one of those water guards. Do you remember what size you used?

[@cookingwithsamontheblackst3282]

I would love that for my 2014 jeep

[@jkuhunter1064]

Still liking it? Any issues? I went ahead and ordered the same setup you Have (with the pre-filter). Should be here this week. Can’t wait to try it out. I’ve been on the fence for a while and your video pushed me over lol.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yep! No issues! Only thing I would reccomend is to use a little rtv or blue lockright on the “mounting bracket” nuts. They like to vibrate loose, or go to the hardware store and get nylock nuts

[@jkuhunter1064]

JK Gear and Gadgets good to know. Thanks bud!

[@jkuhunter1064]

You’re right. Well worth the money! Thanks for the video! The 40s look sick by the way!

[@ArizonaJK]

Can you somehow connect the stainless steel pipe to the factory box? It looks like the silicone sleeve will somehow connect.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I think you could. You might have to cut the pipe down shorter though

[@ArizonaJK]

JK Gear and Gadgets Thank you. I wonder if I would get the same temperature from the factory box with the pipe at.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I would think it would be very similar. However you will notice more performance with this style filter opposed to the stock filter. Could possibly find a way to cut the factory airbox hole bigger and have this filter sit inside

[@sagoodman988]

Really love your videos and as someone already stated, they are more directed for the average Joe who is on a budget! Was gonna buy the CAI from EBay and water block filter, but you stated yours was a medium size, all they show is a small and large?? Also was seriously thinking about doing the Magnaflow muffler install, did you end up extending your exhaust to the back, and did it help with the resonating noise?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I think I have the link to the pre filter on amazon. The video description should have the info, I don’t remeber what size sadly. But yes I extended the tailpipe and it helped a bunch

[@derekhartman6600]

Go Team Rugged!

[@mrdoorman0000]

Any updates on this? Has it lasted? Any issues?

[@chadr8264]

Ballsy to drop water on that pre filter while running man. whether it works or not!

[@tonymartinez5798]

Let me ask you.... What in that piece of plastic is making the air cold? Vs the stock one? Nothing thats what.

[@Rollermanfromspace]

Will the water guard help with dust/dirt too? (Think of like desert conditions)

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yes! It is a great prefilter for sand and dust as well. Easy to take off and wash down opposed to cleaning or replacing your air filter

[@bigbasstv8685]

Still working good? Any water issues?

[@Hopefaithguns]

What were you using to read the temps? I may have missed it, if you mentioned it

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Veepeak Mini WiFi OBD2 Scanner Adapter for iOS and Android, Car Check Engine Light Diagnostic Code Reader Scan Tool for Year 1996 and Newer Vehicle in the US www.amazon.com/dp/B00WPW6BAE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UwaZAbXEW1D8V

[@fokoortiz1065]

What app are you using as well? Ive ordered the scanner but reading the reviews it shows different opinions on apps to run the scanner. Which one is the one you are using? Thanks for the response in advance

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I’m using dashcmd

[@aalmanza89]

After connecting the sensor, does the "check engine" light come on?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Nope

[@MrBigshow101171]

Are you still using this intake and how is it holding up?

[@rl8750]

I bought this and installed it in my 2011 jk and started to run bad and get codes, took it off and my jeep ran alot better. No blame to JK gear and Gadgets

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Was your MAF sensor re installed correctly? This intake shouldn’t affect anything

[@rl8750]

@@JKGearandGadgets yes installed new sensor, everything was good for about one day, then everything went bad. Took off filter and reinstalled oem and jeep went from running bad to good.

[@keithlargy8230]

Fast and furious quote lol

[@MSTrishRN]

Go Team Rugged

[@gavakie]

Any check engine lights after?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Nope!!

[@brent212cburg]

What reader do you use on your Jeep to get that data

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Veepeak Mini WiFi OBD2 Scanner Adapter for iOS and Android, Car Check Engine Light Diagnostic Code Reader Scan Tool for Year 1996 and Newer Vehicle in the US www.amazon.com/dp/B00WPW6BAE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_flFZAb8S841Q6. And I used the dash command app. But there are a few free apps

[@tomnutt6022]

Good info good video

[@TBJ_OffRoad]

Hey what's up Ben? What size water guard did you use for this set up? Just bout the same intake.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Not to sure. But i put the link in the video description!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Sorry it’s been a while since I did this video lol

[@TBJ_OffRoad]

I know i tuned in late lol! But thanks i got everything i needed

[@derekharris4258]

Shawn Vargas Hey man. Did you figure out the right size pre filter?

[@kylewesner24]

Go Team Rugged!!!

[@scottmills9845]

Was thinking about a cold air return for my 17 JK. Are you still satisfied with this install/upgrade?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I am! Make sure you find the kit that works with your 3.6 engine

[@scottmills9845]

JK Gear and Gadgets oh ya will definitely make sure of that. Thanks for the quick response.

[@nickwitkowski5725]

3.8 gang.

[@tombob4547]

do you know of a good cold air intake thats affordable for the JKU 2012 and up?

[@JoseOrtiz_1416]

Theres ones just like this on ebay for 75 bucks for the 3.6

[@kristiancastillothegreenje1395]

What size of filter is this?

[@alexanderdavila4087]

Very cool 😎

[@jesus_5848]

Go team rugged!!

[@AZWESTSIDEWHEELERS]

Go team Rugged

[@earlier6977]

Heat wrap it lol idk if it’ll work but could

[@JoseOrtiz_1416]

Wondering if your still running this intake and that 100 muffler u installed? How have both mods been thus far? Thinking of doing those two on my build

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Still running both! No complains at all

[@JoseOrtiz_1416]

@@JKGearandGadgets thanks for the reply! Picked everything up today and doing it as we speak ! Looking good so far

[@210emergencyroadservice5]

Ya #600 on likes go team rugged

[@soccadude24]

So I'm planning on getting a RedRock 4x4 Cold Air Intake Kit for my 07 Rubicon 4 door, but I'd like to get that mesh water resistant cover for it. Unfortunately, the filter on the RedRock one is a lot bigger so the one you showed would definitely not fit. Could anyone help with a similar mesh net to protect the exposed filter from water? I'd rather not get a snorkel.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I don’t know of any that large :/ sorry bud

[@prestonshadle1579]

What size pre filter did you buy for this set up?!

[@JKGearandGadgets]

The link is in the description 🤘

[@prestonshadle1579]

Sweet 🤙🏼 I clicked on it but it has like three different size options on amazon I just wasn’t sure. Thanks again

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Ahh gottcha. Yeah I don’t remember there being size options when I bought it

[@matthewcoleman9920]

GO TEAM RUGGED!!

[@tommywainst7171]

Speed jeep! Haha. Nice video.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

haha still not fast, thank you!

[@AntRocker]

Where do I buy dash command

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Huh?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Ahh sorry, it’s in the App Store and I got the Bluetooth obd2 plug on Amazon

[@mawkemper]

I've been going thru trying to figure that out too...which one did you get? BlueDriver or OBDLink?

[@zyklonzombie8438]

Would this fit a 2013

[@JKGearandGadgets]

The one in the link I shared won’t, but they sell one just like this for the 3.6

[@IronBorn883]

@@JKGearandGadgets any link for that one?

[@meridethkey634]

3.6 different kit?

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yep! But pretty much will still give you the same results as I had

[@MyIronman8]

Keeps all the crud out of the filter

[@zacharydunn5847]

if you pull any air from your engine bay it isn't a true CAI. A true CAI pulls fresh air from outside your engine bay

[@devinscott5988]

Go TEAM RUGGED!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@willrezny2838]

Go team rugges

[@isy111]

Not canola oil! 😂 I mean a man gots to do what a mans got to do !

[@shawnrahm1082]

Did you notice any difference in fuel economy? I know I know I didn’t buy a Jeep for fuel economy lol.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

It’s hard to say... if anything I’m getting about .2-.3 more haha. So not much at all. Not much you can do to improve economy on these bricks except regear correctly haha

[@shawnrahm1082]

JK Gear and Gadgets ok thanks. Just curious have heard people claim 5-7mpg just switching to a k&n stock replacement filter figured it was bs 😂

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yeah no way 😂

[@hectorruiz8716]

Scotty says different

[@ati573]

Off topic, I've watched your newest ones, this is the oldest one I just watched, looks like you lost wt in the newer ones, congrats.

[@gavakie]

Can you run a dry filter on it? Oil filters dont run so well in the desert.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Yes you can.

[@gavakie]

Would you think it would make performance difference? What about the hood louvre? Thinking of doing this and and cat back.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Talking about the entire cold air intake or the oil free filter? And as for the hood louver.. do it!! So much heat gets out with the louver. Must have if your in a hot area. I went with the byline louver because it looks so much cleaner since it uses studs instead of 35 bolts like the other companies.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Also check out my exhaust video. Installed a magnaflow muffler. Pretty much the same as their kit, but reuses factory piping which is the same size anyway

[@digitalgavakie]

Just did the intake. I noticed a small difference and I dig the growl. Next is the exhaust.

[@bignaby]

GO TEAM RUGGED

[@RxMuscleStrength]

A few issues. 1. Your outside temp according to your dash was 49°F. Please retest above 80°F to a more accurate assessment. 2. Seat of the pants and psychological "feeling" of improvement means absolutely nothing. Before and after dyno pulls will show you that in nearly every system out there that has dyno video and charts... 2-7hp increases were made. That equates to about $65 per horsepower based on an average cost of $300 for most CAI. It looks cool. It sounds cool. $65 per horsepower? Not so much.

[@shawnrahm1082]

Go team rugged.

[@edc4lyfe445]

Go team rugged OIIIIIIIO

[@wadewolf76]

My god what is the beeping in the background!?!

[@johnnypkbond1251]

Birds.

[@chaseprovencio2571]

Go team rugged

[@jnoto520]

have you switched this out or are you still running the same intake after a couple years and all this fame? lol

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I actually went back to stock, just personal preference. When i made the trip out west to trail to sema i wanted to make sure i could swap out filters if it got too dusty. Never swapped back to this one. Its not a bad intake, and i might put it back on.

[@jnoto520]

@@JKGearandGadgets Oh i gotcha i can see that making sense. Thanks for replying. Im over at a "school" NC and on "ROM" so i have a couple weeks of free time on my hands and learning so much from your content. Some the stuff you do is incredible. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and Keep those videos coming!

[@luisSoto-ry9er]

Blablabla la lablabla

[@rfi-cryptolab4251]

Congrats on getting Hoodwinked on this snake oil. A fool and his money are easily parted.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I noticed a difference

[@rfi-cryptolab4251]

JK Gear and Gadgets kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKDJn5SMaqeclbM

[@JKGearandGadgets]

That’s a joke... if you watch my video I address all of what he said.. no check engine light.. the computer will adjust for the extra airflow, the factory airbox isn’t designed for performance it’s designed to be quiet and muffle Intake noise. Mine did not suck in hotter air, it actually lowered the intake temp about 5 degrees, I noticed better throttle response and I’m happy with the setup.

[@rfi-cryptolab4251]

JK Gear and Gadgets If you say so. It's your money. Enjoy.

[@JKGearandGadgets]

I know it’s not for everyone, but I found it worked for me. I wouldn’t pay 300$ for this setup, but for 40$ I’m happy and wanted to share with others Incase they want to do it. 🍻. Thanks for watching and hopefully you’ll check out some of my other videos

[@little_orange_az]

Can I just mail you a check? I fucken hate ads, bro :)

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Hahahaha can’t say no to that 😂

[@drillbittreed10]

Lol. Now this is and old video.😄😄😄😄

[@miken9484]

GoTeamRugged

[@adisrael.4537]

That definitely doesn’t cost 40$, str8 untrue

[@JKGearandGadgets]

It literally did. From eBay. And I included the link…

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Now, 4 years later with inflation. It’s $50. Don’t come at me again with your overinflated ego ding dong. www.ebay.com/itm/SHORT-RAM-AIR-INTAKE-KIT-BLACK-FILTER-For-07-11-JEEP-Wrangler-3-8L-V6/362030091849?_mwBanner=1&mkcid=0&mkpid=0&emsid=0&ufes_redirect=true&ul_noapp=true&pageci=d73245fb-42ee-4a1a-a8a9-b8d80fa78067 STR8 idiot

[@roofrat68]

That's not 40...that's 500 and something

[@JKGearandGadgets]

This was literally $40 lol

[@Jettrap505]

Not a cold air

[@JKGearandGadgets]

Ok

[@nickaudas]

Go Team Rugged!

[@acoustix6]

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[@zentoksmike2876]

Go team Rugged

[@MrGoatman2000]

GO TEAM RUGGED

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[@dt5131]

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