MORE POWER! 3.7 Intake Manifold & Throttle Body Install

Finally doing some more performance mods! In this video, remove the old Intake Manifold and install a 3.7 Intake Manifold.
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Also something to note around me, Marty..I'm just a normal car guy and not a trained mechanic. I like to make interesting car mods and show you how I've gone about it, but I can't promise that anything I show you will work for your car, or that you won't harm yourself, someone else, your car or your warranty doing it. Please be safe and be responsible. Talk to a qualified mechanic if you are in any doubt
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[@thecarfiend11]

If you can find a cheap 3.7 Intake Manifold and throttle body, This is DEFINITELY A GOOD BANG FOR BUCK PERFORMANCE MOD. Enjoy!!

[@chriztoph3rhammer750]

Hello I been look for that Silicone coupler with the hole for the IAT sensor can you like me know where you got it from??

[@thecarfiend11]

its a couple from P2R. Here's a link.. ebay.us/iHiCYw

[@Raeeban]

Do you get idle issues after install

[@thecarfiend11]

No issues at all, beside idle being 100-200 rpm more. It's been a couple of months now since install, and I actually havn't had any problems. This is just my experience

[@steveo6685]

How much was that manifold cover and where did you buy it?

[@gabekekis7032]

I got a 3.7 manifold with throttle body for $87 at a junkyard off a 12 TL sh-awd pretty good price, even though it’s in tuned when it gets hot can’t notice much of a difference but when it’s cold out definitely pulls Harder and better throttle response too.

[@thecarfiend11]

it's an upgrade nonetheless, even if you dont feel the performance. car may run more efficiently also, better gas mileage with a tune. Also, if you have a typeS (3.5L) it would be less noticeable

[@C6Elvy]

Should I get this for my Acura tl type s 07

[@iamatlantis1]

@@C6Elvy Yes

[@TrackSol]

Good video. Nice and thorough instructions. For that connector on the throttle body, it looks like the the sensors are similar enough that you could have just pulled the sensor from your old throttle body and installed it onto the new one. That way it would connect to your harness connector without any shaving. The way you did it can work, but sometimes Honda swaps pins around in the connector between generations and causes a MIL. Glad you got it worked out.

[@iamatlantis1]

I love my 2005 6MT. I know what you mean about small differences being felt in these things. difference between a full and empty tank of gas is quite noticeable. i need to get the 3.7 manifold and throttle body for mine now 🤩

[@Nightfall.]

Lmk how it goes, I have 05 6mt too and am interested

[@jasonclark6701]

Love the build it’s something different that a lot of people don’t do. You should dyno it and get it tuned eventually.

[@thecarfiend11]

Thanks man, I appreciate it. Definitely wanna tune and dyno. It's in the plans

[@Buhz93]

If u were on acurazine, you would see that this was a popular mod many years ago. And the problems that thecarfiend had, were already known for only the 6mt, the autos don’t have idle issues. I installed both on my 6mt type s and had idle issues. Fixed 95% of the issue by swapping the motor and throttle position sensor from a 8th gen v6 accord j35 throttle body into the 3.7 zdx throttle body. All this information is available if u dig deep enough. Fixed 100% of the idling issue after hondata. Hondata may or may not fix the issue 100% without having to replace swap throttle body parts

[@No_Transitory]

Did you ever get a tune? Thinking about it ive wondered how your air/fuel ratios have been mapped considering you just stuck on a lot more air on a vehicle that was tuned from the dealership. But for a swap like this id definitely take it to a tuner shop.

[@rogerbrewer6502]

Always passing on knowledge. Thank you for all you do. Your appreciated.

[@thecarfiend11]

Much appreciated 🙏

[@masmik70]

Keep up the good work. I like how you explained the pros n cons. I daily my TL also and it's my cruiser. With gas prices the way they are, I'm keeping my TL stock. Still love her tho!

[@tangsuto978]

Always a treat when yo vids pop up.

[@thecarfiend11]

Thanks man, much appreciated 🙏

[@MrSamPhoenix]

Very nice indeed, I always thought that the 4th-Gen TL had the prettiest engine bay out of all Honda/Acura products. I just love how the J-series V6 engine looks in general. But Acura took it a step forward when they developed the 4th-Gen TL. They just really wanted to make the engine the centerpiece if someone opened the hood & took a look. Kind of reminds me of how Apple develop their products… open one up & you’ll see what I mean.

[@akmaljohnmajid1]

I’ll take the compliment because their is no denying that the 3rd gen and especially the type s look way better than my 4th gen TL 6MT

[@NATURALGAMING]

J35 enters the chat

[@iamatlantis1]

You realize this is the third gen right?

[@MrSamPhoenix]

@@iamatlantis1 yes I do, I was comparing all the J-series V6 engine bays

[@antn8387]

dang, that's one of the nicest crafted intake manifolds I've ever seen. Everything is made out of plastic nowadays.

[@houtexflex]

Car looks sick. I recommend EGR valve delete to go with the manifold. Deleting the egr smoothed out the rev hang and high idle issues for me, but I have an automatic 😢 so results may vary.

[@thecarfiend11]

Thanks man, much appreciated. Will eventually delete EGR, more performance mods, stand alone ecu, and tune. that's the plan, slowly but surely

[@kitvexed8229]

this will throw a CEL that you can't get rid of.. for only 2hp

[@rickybaez2970]

​@@kitvexed8229explain?

[@georgepadin8421]

Great build & honest review. How are the thermal gaskets working for you? I've heard of them having vacuum leak issues over time. Also, have you had additional issues since you did the swap? I have an '05 TL-base Aspec w/ P&P IM/Runners. Been considering this build for awhile with my setup. Any feedback would be appreciated, keep up the great content! 💯

[@thecarfiend11]

Much appreciated. I tried to document as many cons as possible in that video. So far, so good. it's been a couple of months since install, and i drive the car daily. No issues, other than 1-2 loss in MPGs. No idle issues, no vacuum leaks, nothing. But this is just my experience. If I did have issues, I would most likely swap back to the stock 3.2 IM. since winter is around the corner and I try to avoid working on the car in the snow lol. So definitely keep your stock setup when doing this mod, in case you run into issues

[@Hispeed1]

I put on an Acura 3.5 intake manifold and 3.7 throttle body on my 2003 Honda Accord V6 coupe. You should add on a P2R spacer, port/polished runners and high-flow cats. I just added those 2 things

[@thecarfiend11]

Awesome man, that's a great upgrade for the Accord too. Full bolt on and a tune is my goal for the TL. In due time, I'm in no hurry and mod at my own pace

[@chrizze5062]

Why did you decide to do the 3.5 intake and not the 3.7? What’s the difference?

[@DreKirk]

I’ve heard the P2R spacer doesn’t do anything tho coming from the manufacturer but if there’s a gain lmk but high flow cats are definitely worth it tho

[@rayhowell2]

Bro... you gotta do something about those idle hands lol. Put them down every once in a while! Reminds me of Will Farrell in Talladega Nights. "I'm not sure what to do with my hands. " All jokes aside, great video. Lots of info and tips. Makes me want to get started on my 3.2 swap for a 3.5.

[@thecarfiend11]

Funny because people always make comments about my hands in my early videos. So I actually do it on purpose now to troll you guys LOL =] I appreciate the support tho

[@tee-jaythestereo-bargainph2120]

Great Job always have had a sweet spot for the 04-07 TL I had an 03 Maxima 6 speed manuel And my friend had a white 04 Tl we use to race all the time But yeah my manuel always got his Auto we always wondered How much better the manuel MT would compare to manuel 03 Maxi 😆 loved both cars - Mine was dark blue with black leather interior miss that car but now I drive a ISF thats been super reliable thanks for the video

[@thecarfiend11]

Thanks for sharing. That sounds like an awesome race, both has close specs. Manuals are always more fun, imo. ISF is a great, reliable, and pretty fast car (Father-in-law has a Fsport RX350, super reliable and fast for what it is).

[@iamatlantis1]

the 6MT has different gear ratios so it does pull harder for longer in each gear. also fourth gear is way better than on the auto. (based on the videos i've seen) 4th gear still weak though compared to the newer 8 speed 2.0T's. I watched a video where a nice 3.7 SH awd 2011 i think went up against a 2.0T accord, 2021, and a 2021 TLX 3.5 SH Awd. The old 2011 pulled them until fourth gear.

[@roundtownKen]

I think you meant "manual." I won't make the old joke about the guy named "Manuel." Happy driving.

[@Nitrious89]

Just passed up a white '08 TL-S manual. One of the smaller reasons i skipped it was no performance mods. This vid just came up on my FY page. Your car looks good and sounds great. Keep modding. 👌 Also, whats your MPG??? (before/after)

[@thecarfiend11]

Much appreciated. And yeah, there's not much aftermarket support for these J-series TL's. But you'll be able to mod them nonetheless, with some creativity and skills

[@jmaldovids2487]

Hell yeah bro it looks awesome!!

[@exo-zaddy4886]

3.7 intake on my 3.5L, only big difference is the noise and a bit more harder pull especially with a tune

[@overlord6815]

How much was the difference before the tune?

[@rivasvisual8403]

Nice work bro!🤌🏼

[@TheDudeWithTheAcura]

You need to switch the MAP sensor and use your old one. just FYI

[@dprogamer9689]

Great paint job!!

[@JuniIV]

Looks good! I have an 02 TLS that I swapped the j35 into I wanna do this intake swap next.

[@thecarfiend11]

Totally worth it if you can find it cheap

[@TheDudeWithTheAcura]

Don't use the thermal gasket. They warp with heat and then you get a vacuum leak, I only use OEM gaskets on my boosted motor

[@TheDerrty111]

Who ever you got that trottle body from probably moved the butterfly valve and alter the valve causing the idle to fluctuate therefore you have to do an idle re-learn. Nothing wrong with the 3.7 TB. I also feel like the oem metal gasket for the runners are better and the paper TB gasket is better I never had any idle or vacuum issues doing this mod

[@BLAZEPSI]

Thanks for sharing. Got myself a 3.7 from the yard. Im wondering if the MAP sensor on 3.2 fit tje 3.7.

[@michaelrussell3107]

I've been trying to figure out if you need to get the injectors off the same car

[@CarlosFierropalafox]

Buenas disculpa si hay diferencia del tamaño del intake del 3.7 y el 3.2 o solo la garganta es mas grande?

[@vegamusic8160]

Tambien el intake es mas grande y mas liviano

[@tomaszwiktorowicz1752]

I was install a throttle from Mazda rx8 to manifold from j35a8. :)

[@TheChensoccer]

Hey man, thanks for the detailed installation of the 3.7 manifold. I do have a question about the connector for the butterfly valve. Was it just a straight plug-in or were there any modifications done to it to plug-in?

[@thecarfiend11]

Thank you, thank you. It was not a straight plug in. You have to shave it slightly, so it can slip on. I briefly explained it in the video

[@TheChensoccer]

@@thecarfiend11 oh yes, I saw that. I was asking more about the butterfly valve connection that sits on the intake cover instead of the upper manifold.

[@thecarfiend11]

Are you talking about the IAT sensor?

[@TheChensoccer]

@@thecarfiend11 no I’m talking about the butterfly valve that sits in the upper intake to open or close depending on how much throttle is given.

[@YeaItsJr_Talks]

You gon love it when you get that tune

[@thecarfiend11]

For sure man. I'm waiting until I get ALL my performance parts in. Then I'll get a aftermarket ECU and tune

[@Pusheenloveeatingpizza]

Hey man, I just bid n won a 3.7L manifold with throttle body for $220 total is that a steal!!! can't wait to get it onto my 08 TLS auto.

[@urii4102]

what are you usually supposed to do with the connector that you didn’t plug in drill a hole ? for the connector or what

[@RandomGuy159951]

Very good documentation on this topic. I've been considering this upgrade for a while. What exactly did you do to the car for the idle relearn?

[@thecarfiend11]

I have a scan tool that I used, along with a video I followed for the idle relearn. Scan Tool: amzn.to/3rXdKPn Idle Relearn: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZfCnZ-YjrOqrdk If you don't have a good enough scan tool, you can always bring to a shop or dealer to get your idle relearned. Car was driveable after the install, without the relearn (for my case)

[@sebestiensoliz8831]

Can you send me the info where you got your Air Intake System. The eBay link you posted is no longer.

[@GTSam]

Heyyyy, I know that battery hold down and that guy. Used to live in the same area. Good video though!

[@thecarfiend11]

Yeah, Jonah is an awesome guy. He's been doing some stuff for the TL community and has his own youtube channel also

[@ua6jj328]

When I did mine I used my plyers I gripped the hoses and twisted them side to side and they broke loose for others that’s don’t have a picc or scared to poke holes

[@kitvexed8229]

this is cool and all, but this ENTIRE process, intake manifold swap w/ throttle body, only gives you 5-7hp.. honestly, a spacer does the same without any of the hassle and you just put back your old cover and items like before.. P2R dynoed J37 intake on a J32A2 and it was 3whp. try getter a smaller battery or relocate it to the trunk as it overhangs centerline of the axle.. dynamically it's more improvement than this J37 swap.. this just isnt enough improvement to bother, esp for the price. I thinks everyone is caught up in the louder intake sound they think it's noticeable power, when it's really not guys.

[@thecarfiend11]

Up to you bro 🤷‍♂️

[@kitvexed8229]

@thecarfiend11 I did this same swap and it DID look better.. but the gains themselves weren't noticeable, only louder intake sounds. the battery relocated and a progress rear swaybar with lighter wheels all were better improvements 👍

[@michaelrussell3107]

I mean if you take the intake off of 37 do you have to take the injectors as well and get the car tuned for that...?

[@sebestiensoliz8831]

@sebestiensoliz8831 I have a 2006 Acura MDX 3.5L. Can I swap out the Intake Manifold for a 2008 Honda Odyssey from a Mini van 3.7 Intake Manifold? And, do I have to cahnge the TB or can I use my stock TB?

[@loops03]

An MDX has J37 with the J35 intake manifold right? You need a J37A4 or A5 (TL SH-AWD or ZDX) to get the bigger intake manifold

[@robertoruiz4451]

Hi place to oder the adapter boot for intake hose

[@amaurylegaria2122]

Excuse me bro, Can I use intake manifold and throttle body from an acura TL SH AWD 2010?

[@rosieclark3661]

What cylinder heads from the Acura line that are compatible with my J35z2 2010 coupe V6 any info or suggestions are greatly appreciated

[@sebestiensoliz8831]

Great video, thanks. Where did you get the re-manufactured Intake Manifold? I have a 2006 MDX 3.5L. Which Manifold would you recommend?

[@thecarfiend11]

I bough mines off ebay

[@antonioponce1094]

how are you bro, your acura is very beautiful, sorry I would like to make that modification to my 2007 Acura Type S, apart from just changing the manifold, did you have to do any reprogramming? Or is it just changing the manifold and throttle body? Greetings.

[@erickhenriquez633]

What is that little sleeve you have for the sensor? Where dis you get it?

[@luislozano1513]

Usually connectors can be disassembled and repinned. Could look into buying the 3.7 connector for that sensor (or finding one at a salvage yard for free) then replacing it on your harness. Not sure though I'm new to this. Believe it or not I'm thinking about doing this to my 1st gen Pilot lol.

[@thecarfiend11]

Yes, they can be repinned to the correct connector. But since both connectors are very similar, and I do not have the correct one, a simple 5 minute job did the trick

[@CreatorKwam]

@@thecarfiend11 how did you do the job? did you shave the outside of the female connector?

[@alexisrios9127]

Nice but sounds like a headache specially if it’s a daily, now a days anything under 400hp ain’t nothing not worth the upgrade in my opinion.

[@thecarfiend11]

Fair opinion, tbh. "worth" is in the eye of the beholder. I happen to run across many issues that other TL enthusiants did not. Some really do just plug and play (for the most part) and can get it for cheap at a junkyard. Horsepower isn;t the be all end all.. you can still have a fun car without 400+HP

[@alexisrios9127]

@@thecarfiend11 it’s a beautiful car I have 02 type s and Acura integra I boosted my integra I fell I spend way more money on that b series than if I would off k swap it from the beginning

[@sebestiensoliz8831]

Are you saying I can install a 3.7 Intake Manifold onto a 2006 Acura MDX 3.5L?

[@dilanmartinez4384]

You should it just put the Intake Manifold Spacer

[@Dirt_tee_drew]

Wouldn't it be easier to get a bigger throttle body, than to change the whole intake? Am i missing something?

[@kevink6265]

My thoughts exactly, the two intakes looked identical in size, except the larger TB, if that's the case get the TB and an adapter?

[@ns5337]

no the j32 and 35 have a inlet ID: 67mm Outlet ID: 65mm where as the j37 has 80mm inlet and 70mm outlet. @@kevink6265

[@oldtwinsna8347]

@@kevink6265 The internal diameter of the intake manifold port to the throttle body must match the internal diameter of the throttle body , else if you just use an adapter it will constrain the airflow with zero net gains.

[@sgem119]

Bro, put your hands down lol Other that that good video 👌

[@justinfarris7045]

I’m thinking I will just drill a hole in my 3” to 4” rubber coupler right at the throttlebody and getting a thin nut for the inside to secure in the iat sensor. Did you just push in the iat sensor in the hole? Is it secure? I think the threads on the sensor are m12/1.5 can anyone confirm this?

[@thecarfiend11]

its a hack, but sounds like it could work. I'd be careful, because if the nut gets loose and falls off, it goes straight into the intake..

[@TIGERJS]

Kinda wish my type S was a 6spd now

[@d.leesheppard7607]

I know somebody with a base 6mt and another person with the type s auto. I'll take the base all day.

[@abelombrana4225]

🫱🫲😂. Good video bro. Drive safe.

[@ATLRC]

What if you already have a 3.7

[@pushhrodd01]

only thing i hate of this is you lose the cool 3.2 VTEC cover

[@thecarfiend11]

I'll slap on a decal/vinyl 👍

[@kasaiford1363]

Need your old sensor from the old throttle body

[@aidoist]

What did you do to do the Brembo swap?? I want to do that to mine too

[@thecarfiend11]

3G TL's with a manual transmission came standard with Brembo calipers in the front

[@colossalbigfoot256]

Nice car! What wheel setup w/offset you running? Looking to get some new rims.

[@thecarfiend11]

Thank you. My wheels are (knock-offs of Work CR Kai's) Vors TR4, Fronts: 18x8.5 +30, Rears: 18x9.5 +30. Needed spacers in the front to clear brembos

[@colossalbigfoot256]

@@thecarfiend11 I was thinking 18x9.5 with +35 which I think puts about even with fender with a 225/235 tire. Thanks for the info!

[@gerardolopez277]

Do I need to do anything to my car before making this mod? I could just virtually plug and play with some issues that come with connections or hoses

[@thecarfiend11]

it is basically plug and play, no prerequisites required. Some people have no issues, some have issues after install.

[@Peva_pat181]

Did you install the IT sensor to silicone coupler?

[@thecarfiend11]

yup! Didnt want the hassle of drilling or getting a new intake, etc. a bit costly, but made install super easy

[@imperialtekk9443]

I have the 3.0 accord will this 3.7 Intake work on it. I'm new to the honda Acura world. As far as cars go.

[@thecarfiend11]

Not sure, you're gonna have to do your own research. If it's a J-series, it should work

[@maxsanchez2840]

Love the car, where did you get the coupler?

[@thecarfiend11]

Bought off eBay. P2R 3.7 intake silicone coupler

[@sebestiensoliz8831]

Will it pass the smog test, after its been modified like this?

[@thecarfiend11]

Yeah, it should pass. It's not messing with exhaust or anything like that

[@youplayed2689]

would this set up apply for a 2008 base TL 3.2

[@thecarfiend11]

Yup. Should be the same

[@ismaelangel991]

Did you reuse the gaskets ?

[@carlosleguizamo8042]

Hey so I just did my 3.7manifold swap on a 07 base TL and ran into some problems. 3 codes popped up and after the car heats up the car will rev up to 2.5 RPM and then drop all on its own and it’s keeps doing without me pressing the accelerator Any advice

[@carlosleguizamo8042]

The codes were Po113 PO507 PO2279

[@thecarfiend11]

try doing the idle relearn process. mine's did the same thing. could be like my situation also and be a bad throttle body. double check all lines and do the idle relearn process would be my advice

[@lssjkuuchi]

Does it have to be from the 2011 mdx or can it come from the previous years too

[@thecarfiend11]

Basically any Acura (of the same vintage) that has the j37 motor

[@imranbawal9915]

Hey can you share a new link for the coupler please

[@thecarfiend11]

P2R Silicon intake tube for the 3.7 TL.. ebay.us/6MjkB1

[@jacobsmith6367]

Did you use the j37 map sensor you need to dont use the j32 map sensor

[@thecarfiend11]

Used J37 map sensor

[@tandaman008]

Hey where did you get that coupler from? For the IAT

[@thecarfiend11]

ebay lol. But the company that makes is P2R. its for a 4th gen TL

[@anthonymullings]

@thecarfriend where can I find that coupling ? Thanks

[@thecarfiend11]

Coupler is from a 4th gen TL. P2R 3.7 intake coupler

[@SaintIvo]

How much horsepower does this add to the base 3.2tl?

[@thecarfiend11]

Not sure, as I did not do any dyno before and after. Should add 5-10 Hp, in theory. Also could be even more if you add complimenting mods, like a cold air intake and intake runners

[@bryansaldana964]

Would this work on the 07 auto base

[@thecarfiend11]

Yup. Should work with any 3rd gen TL

[@DineroClips]

Where can I find this throttle body or a good one compared to the stock one on a 2005 Acura tl …links don’t work anymore …thanks for helping❤

[@thecarfiend11]

I got mine's off RockAuto.com. It's OEM refurbished. You have to know which car the Intake manifold came from, so you can get the right one (they are generally the same with the 3.2, 3.5, 3.7 but sizing may be different)

[@DineroClips]

@@thecarfiend11 I see you went with the one from the rdx or was that the intake manifold?

[@thecarfiend11]

My I.M. was from a 2011 MDX 3.7L (i believe). So I ordered the throttle body for that car, not the one for MY car.

[@bryanscarz7457]

Where can i find the coupler im doing the swap as well

[@thecarfiend11]

I used this one here from P2R.. ebay.us/ZvJWd9

[@werdnaja5762]

Will this swap fit on a 2003 Acura tl type s I’m new to J series all I ever had was d series and b series and f series and there are hardly any videos on the j32s

[@thecarfiend11]

It should be a direct swap, but don't quote me on that lol

[@werdnaja5762]

@@thecarfiend11 lmao what’s your insta lol might be getting one soon if I need help I’ll dm u

[@heavensent2321]

Where did you get that cuppler for the sensor?

[@thecarfiend11]

P2R 3.7 intake coupler from a 4th gen TL

[@waldobatista2742]

greetings after changing the air intake you had to reprogram the computer

[@sports_car_enthusiast]

I remember the guys on Acurazine having issues and hiccups like throttle hang and what not when doing the 3.7L mani and TB. Have these issues been solved yet?

[@thecarfiend11]

Yes, I have that issue, but it's not that noticeable. It really only goes away with a tune, from what I heard

[@sports_car_enthusiast]

@@thecarfiend11 I had throttle hang before my car was tuned. Drove me nuts. Let me know if a tune fixes those issues, it didn’t years ago. Good luck.

[@ns5337]

You need a foxwell scanner and do a tps relearn. ​@@sports_car_enthusiast

[@eliemuniz2179]

So if I wanna do a engine swap what would be the best?

[@thecarfiend11]

That's too broad of a question. I don't know much about engine swaps. But I do know.. if you got the money, time and skills, you can swap any motor into any chassis. If you're talking the 3rd gen TL's, then you can't really swap other motors without some modifications. A 3.7 motor from a newer Acura will fit into the 3rd gen engine bay, but modifications will need to be made. It's never an easy/direct swap. Knowledge is power (quite literally)

[@erickhenriquez633]

What car is the IM from

[@kaiezesi6630]

I have a stock Acura Kb1 05, not a mechanic or anything but I saw somewhere that a j37 could fit on the j35a8...is this true? Anything special need to be done other than jsut a few bolts(many) and removing parts and replacing? Also is it possible to put the j37 throttle body on the j35a8? Is that possible without doing any special work to the parts or buying additional smaller parts? And/or having to do things with the cpu of the car?

[@thecarfiend11]

I'm not 100% sure if this mod will work with your RL. you would have to do your own research on that. But in theory, yes it should be plug and play. Since you have the 3.5L motor, you won't see as much gains I did (coming from a 3.2L). I've heard of other people swapping in the 3.7 mani and have no issues. I just had bad luck with a bad throttle body and relearn process

[@kaiezesi6630]

@@thecarfiend11 so I did somw research for a amateur car person, and saw that there's not much gains. However I'm wondering, even if I do buy a 3.7 intake manifold, and also TB, what would I do for the air intake tube? You look like you ha e some sort of CAI? also, I was trying to watch over and over again you talk about each sensor wire connecter, and how there was a slight difference. I'm wondering if you have any idea on what each does? And how my 3.5s wires format would be in relation the 3.7? Lastly let's jsut say I put in the air intake manifold an TB and get the wires good. Would I need to do some scanner tool things to see if it's running rich or lean, due to more air then it's used too?

[@thecarfiend11]

Each sensor does something different. But it is important to have them connected, unless you want to manually bypass something and control it thru other means (aka standalone ecu). You dont really need an aftermarket intake. just need to make sure the intake tubing is connected. And you can solve that with an aftermarket tube, just measure and try to find one that fits. The car is gonna naturally run lean (more air than fuel). But the car's ecu can adjust slightly to it. you'll get maximum benefits if you can tune the car with a standalone ECU and gain more efficiency and power

[@minhnguyen96]

Hey bro I was thinking bout getting a cai do you drive your car in the rain?

[@thecarfiend11]

Yup. I daily my car. Sun, rain, snow. I have the KnN Typhoon

[@minhnguyen96]

@@thecarfiend11 you not scared for hydro locking?

[@thecarfiend11]

I'm always scared for hydro locking lol. But I usually know where the big water puddles are. I havn't had any issues, because I'm super careful

[@Peva_pat181]

What did u use to secure it to silicone? Super glue?

[@thecarfiend11]

What silicon and where? I don't think I used silicon anywhere

[@Peva_pat181]

@@thecarfiend11sry I meant the silicone coupler, how does the sensor stay in place?

[@thecarfiend11]

I don't have anything holding it in place. It's been super tight, no clamp or zip tie needed yet

[@OGRadGrow]

Nice 👍🏾

[@overlord6815]

As someone who has a 3.5(the Accord) would this upgrade still be worth it?

[@joshk1487]

Not really, the cars are pretty much maxed. These mods mostly move the power curve, less at low rpm more at wot high rpm.

[@oldtwinsna8347]

If it's an auto, definitely do the MDX spacer. Adds zero net power but gives a fatter torque curve down low which is sorely needed for an auto.

[@seanmichaels718]

Can I do this with the TLX-V6 also

[@thecarfiend11]

I'm not 100% sure. You would have to do your own research for your specific model

[@talon_mike1721]

Add a mdx spacer and your good to go..

[@thecarfiend11]

for sure, in due time. Gonna add PnP runners later down the line, so I'll add the spacer next time I'm in that area

[@truejey7475]

link for the intake please

[@thecarfiend11]

KnN Cold air intake. amzn.to/49oWpSX

[@rayortiz8665]

Would the 3.7 manifold fit on a 04 tl?

[@thecarfiend11]

It's the same motor. Yes

[@carlosleguizamo8042]

What’s the size of the coupler ?

[@thecarfiend11]

No idea. I didn't really measure it. But I just bought a compatible 3.7 TL intake coupler and that worked out

[@hansrod2990]

Can I do this to my 05 RL??

[@thecarfiend11]

You would have to do your own research, but I do believe you can do this swap

[@malikjackson1990]

I gotta 2005 Acura tl and I’m thinking about building it but it has 287k miles what’s yo thoughts 😂

[@thecarfiend11]

If it was my car, I would build it IF it's in good condition and runs well, but also not sinking too much money into it

[@malikjackson1990]

@@thecarfiend11 well I really wanted to make it something fast and cool sounding but you did make a point with it being front wheel drive and that it would be a difficult build and this would be my first ever build but I love Acura so much 270 stock hp being a gas saver is crazy do you know a similar car I could invest in then

[@thecarfiend11]

since you like honda/acura, i'd recommend anything with a K-series motor. they have tons of potential, and easy to modify

[@malikjackson1990]

@@thecarfiend11 yea preferably Honda/Acura because the 300k mile life span is crazy and also how much speed these cars can handle is actually stupendous. But I will further educate myself on the K series engines and what cars have that in RWD but being Honda/Acura most of the good/popular cars are FWD (civics-accords)

[@malikjackson1990]

@@thecarfiend11 im going to look for a 2007 Acura TSX. Good choice?

[@hunxdro610]

Tune required?

[@thecarfiend11]

Not required. But it would help with gas mileage, get some more extra HP, and run better. As long as it's tuned properly

[@ivanrivera9933]

Is this legal in California?

[@thecarfiend11]

You're gonna have to check with your laws. But it doesn't do anything with oxygen sensors, so it should be okay

[@scottmoola2311]

That my friend, is definitely not worth it. Why not just get a TL type S. Problem solved 😂

[@thecarfiend11]

Easier said then done. But I rather own my lower mileage, clean(ish), well maintained 3.2Base, than someone elses project/beat TypeS. Too difficult to find one that checks off all my boxes. #embracethebase

[@jamesmiles5785]

Is this installed on the 3.5 liter?

[@thecarfiend11]

i installed on my 3.2L. But it can be installed on the 3.5L also

[@jamesmiles5785]

@@thecarfiend11 is there a good website for the interchangeable mods like that?

[@thecarfiend11]

Acurazine is a good forum for resources. And for purchasing parts, you can visit EndlessRPM.com or HeelToeAuto

[@minhnguyen96]

Bout time, is it ported?

[@thecarfiend11]

Unfortunately, not ported. Didn't feel a need, since I'm not chasing max power, but also keeping my build budget oriented