Honda Accord - MISHIMOTO Air Intake (Install, Sound, & DYNO Tested!!!) // 10th Gen Honda Accord

Mishimoto Air Intake How-To Install, Sound Clips, & DYNO tested! Part II of our Honda Accord Air Intake comparison / shootout, in which we're testing and comparing air intakes; PRL HVI Air Intake, aFe Takeda Air Intake, Mishimoto Air Intake, PRL Stage 1 Air Intake System, PRL Panel Air Filter, and the OEM / stock engine air filter! As arguably the most popular aftermarket modification for the 10th Gen (2018+) Honda Accord, we've created a multi-part video series in which we show you how to install the air intake, hear air intake sound clips in various driving conditions, and DYNO test each to see how their performance / how much additional horsepower and torque can be gained, in order to provide you with the information you need to determine which Honda Accord air intake mod is right for YOUR Accord project car! Whether you're looking for performance / horsepower gains, or just to hear the sound of the air being sucked into the turbo / engine, this video series will provide you with the information needed to help you decide if a K&N panel air filter, PRL panel air filter, PRL Stage 1 Air Intake System, PRL HVI, AEM air intake system, Mishimoto air intake system, aFe Takeda air intake, Injen air intake, etc is the best air filter intake system modification for your (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022) Honda Accord 2.0 or 1.5 project car.
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[@jefft2101]

Thanks a lot for making these videos. They have been very helpful as I think about what I may want to do with my 2.0T Sport.

[@TheLemonFactor]

It’s my pleasure, especially when I receive positive feedback from enthusiasts like yourself 👍😁

[@alexanderjoachim9990]

Awesome video! Thanks for all this work your doing! This member of this community appreciates it!

[@TheLemonFactor]

And I appreciate your support and positive comment - Thank you! 😁👍

[@Donyce19]

I really appreciate you doing this video series. I'm waiting to watch them all before buying any intake

[@TheLemonFactor]

I’m glad you found it helpful 👍. Thank you for leaving a positive comment 😁

[@CakeFladudle]

Love you videos man! It really helps me decide what mods i want to do to my accord!

[@TheLemonFactor]

I’m glad to hear that. Thanks for the watch 😁

[@junkazama7922]

Honest to goodness realistic results. Great content. Video like this challenge Manufacturers to build better products that actually work and save enthusiasts/consumers from disappointment. Thank you for your service.

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you, jun! I appreciate the support and your positive comment 👍😁

[@drojas3333]

Awesome content, looking forward to future vids on the other manufacturers you have lined up for intakes 👍🏼

[@TheLemonFactor]

I appreciate the positive comment and support, thank you!

[@JampMan1982]

Most thorough video diy video I’ve seen by far besides Dan Villa’s one! Thank u

[@TheLemonFactor]

TY.

[@todd5082]

It’s a proven fact that anything Red or any “performance decal” will make 10+hp 👍

[@TheLemonFactor]

At least 😉

[@jasonworingen8431]

Great work once again. It is difficult to measure every conceivable addon, tune, modification, etc but at least we get a good bassline for difference scenarios. I still say my two Mugen stickers have reduced my Cd by a factor of 4 and increased horsepower by +20.

[@TheLemonFactor]

Haha, thank you. I agree, but I’d still like to dyno test your Mugen stickers to confirm 😉

[@zhutommy5630]

in case you are wondering, if you guys want to take the carbon fiber lid for more sound, the intake temperature on increased by like 5 degrees f while cruising so not as much heat soak as i expected. i did it for mine and i love it

[@Woooben]

How’s it holding up without the lid!?!!!

[@justchillin619]

Awesome testing 👍 you're getting good at this !

[@TheLemonFactor]

Haha, thank you! I’m enjoying the process too 👍

[@WilliamJSisti]

Great video. I'm literally shopping all of these right now so highly relevant. Will probably start off with the KTuner and phareable v3 tune then go from there.

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you, William! 👍 I think you’ll be impressed by the Phearable Stage 3 😉

[@Lilmacmcmo]

New to the channel - love the content! Just purchased a '22 Honda Accord Sport 1.5. Looking to add a little HP. Your vids are very informative. Thank you!

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you, and welcome to the channel 😁. Congratulations on your new Accord 👍

[@stonehouseguitars3869]

Thanks for the awesome and informative no-nonsense video. Can't wait to see your analysis on the other intakes. Me personally I'm just waiting to see which one is the loudest!

[@TheLemonFactor]

If you’re looking for loud and not concerned about performance, I think an open filter (ie, no filter box) would be your best option 👍

[@stonehouseguitars3869]

@@TheLemonFactor I know enough about engines to know the gains are gonna be super minimal on an engine this size with the stock turbo, even from an enclosed system. At least I hope I know that much. Maybe you'll prove me wrong! So yeah I'm leaning towards K&N typhoon being the loudest and best sounding one based on what I've seen and heard. But anyways thanks for the video I appreciate it it's very concise and to the point and didn't waste my time. Videos like that are hard to find on KZbin

[@TheLemonFactor]

👍

[@flynfury8363]

Thanks so much for doing this. It was double the power that I expected.

[@TheLemonFactor]

My pleasure 👍. I guess you set your bar low? Are you looking to purchase one, or do you have an air intake for your Honda Accord?

[@flynfury8363]

@@TheLemonFactor I have one. Watched a bunch of your videos. They’re great. I have a PRL DP, FP, intercooler. Also ktuner with phearable stage 3. This thing flys.

[@TheLemonFactor]

Hey, thank for the continued support 😁. The Phearable Stage 3 is pretty impressive. Are you in the stock rims and tires?

[@flynfury8363]

@@TheLemonFactor yes. Everything else stock. Forgot to mention that I put a little bit different upper torque mount on it. It’s not as aggressive as the hasport ones. Didn’t want a vibration when idling. It has helped keep the tires from spinning as bad.

[@TheLemonFactor]

Nice! I’ve always been leery of engine mounts as I don’t want any added vibration 🤷‍♂️

[@SasquatchS550]

Yeah, probably not going to get an intake after this because I doubt any of the others will make significantly more. Don't really feel like spending that much for sound. But what it does show me is that Honda did a pretty good job with their stock components. Thanks for the video!👌

[@HondaAccordPerformance]

Intake on a stock car won’t do much now put an intake and take it for a tune it’ll make a difference. If you get a type r turbo swap and catless down pipe the stock intake will become a restriction period. It all depends on your mods.

[@SasquatchS550]

@@HondaAccordPerformance yea probably should've mentioned this car will remain mostly stock. My old Speed 3 had a 4 inch intake but was big turbo and full bolt on so yea you are right there lol.

[@wfaccone4143]

Very informative, great video. like I said before I have the Mishimoto intake on my 21 2.0T Sport. Your testing just confirmed what I thought about the change from the Stock Air Intake. About a third of the Performance that Mishimoto claims... However Minimal gains is much better than NO gains so I guess it wasn't a waste of $350. I just hope the Mishimoto out performs the Takeda and the PRL.

[@TheLemonFactor]

I’m excited to see how they all compare to one another both in sound and performance 😁🤔

[@HondaAccordPerformance]

The PRL high volume is the best intake you can get once you start modding seriously. Mishimoto is good for basic bolt ons car and stock turbo with a type r turbo swap or bigger I would want a higher flowing intake.

[@edwardapollo]

@@HondaAccordPerformance What leads you to believe this?

[@edwardapollo]

I can't wait to hear about the rest!

[@TheLemonFactor]

The next video in the series will be released this weekend 😁👍

[@edwardapollo]

@@TheLemonFactor Yes!!! It's so hard to find data driven comparisons of 3rd party accord addon's/mods, these are great

[@TheLemonFactor]

I agree. I try my best to provide unbiased information and testing 👍

[@shantminassian3966]

Great video and thanks for all the useful info , I am a big fan of your videos. I have a drop in K&N and I may upgrade but I will wait until you test the other intake systems. I also have to decide if I want to spend 300+ dollars for a 5 or 6 hp gain.

[@TheLemonFactor]

😁👍

[@McYMrLove]

Excellent video, I have this mishimoto and I use it uncovered, I would have liked to see the test on the dyno with the filter open to see if more air flow made a difference

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you! 👍

[@u-know-this]

Great work

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Hopefully you subscribed so you don’t miss the next videos 😁👍

[@Zeltek7]

great video. I already purchased a PRL HVI but I am curious to see it perform on your setup.

[@TheLemonFactor]

It will be interesting to see if the PRL HVI can live up to the hype 🤔🤞

[@orcnutz]

been looking for exactly this man. thank you. edit: I have a 2020 2.0 sport 6spd, and follow these videos closely. also curious how your plastidip is holding up?

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you for the support and watch 😁. The Plasti-Dip has been holding up quite well - no complaints 👍

[@jaybrower7200]

Commenting in case someone gets the same problem... I had my battery disconnected for way too long while doing the steps by steps and my immobilizer (anti-theft) got engaged. The way to remove the anti-theft (flashing red light) is to step out of the car, lock the doors, unlock the doors, sit and press on the brake HARD and as you press you start accessories (you should not see the red light anymore) then you can start the car.

[@justwingingit1]

Just recently saw a video from Hondata stating that the new FL5 Turbo installed on the Accord 2.0t gives it impressive power all across the rev range. Also,a couple of tuners told me(at least for the Type R) that the factory intake is the best for performance unless you’re going for aesthetics. Not sure about the stock Accord intake but I find it interesting that it has the same box compartment built into it just like the new Type R.

[@fireemblemaddict128]

I've heard this on forums as well, that the stock intake is as good as even the best option among aftermarket intake options. Also do the FL5 turbo perform as good as even the MHI stage 2s?

[@justwingingit1]

@@fireemblemaddict128 I don’t know honestly regarding the FL5 Turbo vs the Mitsubishi Stage 2 but I’m going to ask Church Performance when I get to that stage. That’s where Hondata shoots all of their videos and they are very knowledgeable on what works better etc. Speaking for myself and having owned a couple of CTRs that were slow off the line…it’s nice driving the Accord 2.0t Auto with quick acceleration…so I’m going to go with whatever choice gives power all across the rev range(FL5 Turbo). Other choices are the RV6 660,27Won KURO etc. but having said that…I know Church still recommended the Mits. Stage 2 because of their engineering and how many turbos that they manufacture number wise.

[@509livin8]

Excellent video! Can't wait for more. It was unclear to me when you said you needed to drive the car to clear codes?? Is that all the car needs after install or do you need to tune it?

[@TheLemonFactor]

When you disconnect and reconnect the battery it will result in warning lights showing up on your dash. All you have to do is drive the car a short distance (

[@509livin8]

@@TheLemonFactor thanks !! Looking forward for more of these tests 👌

[@TheLemonFactor]

👍

[@LuisGarcia-yo6nw]

Sounds Nice 🤙🏽

[@TheLemonFactor]

Are you considering getting an air intake for your Honda Accord?

[@LuisGarcia-yo6nw]

@@TheLemonFactor i have the prl high volume intake system on my 2.0 accord right now and actually might give mishimoto a try! after hearing these clips !

[@TheLemonFactor]

We’ll let’s see how they all sound compared to one another 🤷‍♂️. Are you not happy with the sound of the PRL?

[@LuisGarcia-yo6nw]

@@TheLemonFactor the prl high volume it’s a little to quiet

[@haterass]

Hey Chad. Thanks for the videos! I’ve been following along because I really enjoy your videos, but I have the 1.5t. I was wondering if you could address how your modifications could translate to anyone in my position. Are all your modifications compatible with the 1.5t (CVT)? Do you think that you can get the same relative gains with a 1.5t that you are getting with your mods on the 2.0t?

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you, SergioGDP for the support! As the 1.5 is a different engine I wouldn't want to make any guesses regarding the gains. However, if I were you, in your situation, I would say that the results of the tests at least directionally would give you some indication, but that's also assuming that the air intake setup is at least very similar to the 2.0 (which I don't know if it is).

[@edwardapollo]

More data! Less butt dyno bro science! Great video, subbed!

[@TheLemonFactor]

Thank you! And thanks for the sub 😁

[@edwardtan4631]

After testing all the intake variations on stock tune, are you gonna redo the test for stage 1, stage 2, etc.. tune for Ktuner, PB and/or Hondata? Would be interesting to see data point on which combination works best for a particular tune.

[@TheLemonFactor]

I will go through a natural progression of mods, testing each to see what the expected gains may be for each, individually and as a combination. 🤔👍

[@nutfield7678]

Thank you for doing this for us. I'm going to wait for all of your videos before I decide which [if any] to buy. I currently have Ktuner V2/Phearable stage 3 Borla exhaust Hasport upper and lower torque mounts. Progress rear sway bar. Did you see any change in IAT with the cover on/off of the Mishimoto?

[@TheLemonFactor]

I’m very happy to hear all the support from people like yourself, thank you for taking the time to leave a comment 👍. When road testing the Mishimoto air intake, I was focused more on the sound 🤷‍♂️

[@bryanvlogs1421]

Pair this with the ktuner 👍🏻

[@bhoffman8984]

Chad, I've been wondering what kind of differences you'd see if you were on ktuner stage 2 w/ stock airbox vs. ktuner stg 2 w/ aftermarket intakes. Any plans for releasing something like that by chance? It would be interesting to see if there was a bigger HP gain with intakes on a tuned car vs. one that's flashed to stock (as I assume you're doing...correct me if I'm wrong).

[@TheLemonFactor]

Yes, that is something that I’m planning on. However, I don’t intend to re-dyno all of the intakes I’m currently testing. I’ll pick one and move forward with just that one 👍

[@edwardapollo]

@@TheLemonFactor I would be extremely interested in seeing how these intake systems perform with tunes vs stock intakes with tune as well! More data is always good!

[@TheLemonFactor]

👍

[@rinicahani800]

Hey Chad i am currently runing a stage 2 ktuner and i was looking to install a mishimoto intake but i wasn’t sure if i have to retune the car or no ?

[@TheLemonFactor]

@rinicahani800 you do not need to retune the car 👍

[@LuisPerez-dd1jy]

Hello Chad ! I am looking to buy an intake system and was interested in the mishimoto intake because of the carbon fiber panel is removable but it is a different system for the 1.5T ? Which would you recommend and is the closest to the one shown in your video ?! Big fan !

[@TheLemonFactor]

I’m not aware of any that have a removable panel that are available for the 1.5L 🤷‍♂️

[@LuisPerez-dd1jy]

Might just have to go with the PRL HVI !

[@TheLemonFactor]

Or skip the air intake and get an intercooler 👍

[@LuisPerez-dd1jy]

Was thinking of getting that after the intake ? Which would you recommend?

[@TheLemonFactor]

Based on my testing on the 2.0, I’d recommend the intercooler over the air intake if you’re looking for some performance improvement 👍

[@xtassyboy]

Curious if you feel any power Gains on drive I changed from stock to prl hvi and car feels slower. Waiting on your prl video

[@TheLemonFactor]

No, the additional horsepower is not obviously apparent / felt 🤷‍♂️. Remember, the gains are above 4000 RPMs, so unless you’re winding it out to redline, I doubt you’re going to feel much.

[@xtassyboy]

@@TheLemonFactor Min 2:05 was a life saver, I didn’t do this step on my install and car ran like shit. Disconnected battery and Maf did its relearn thing and car is so much better now. I can’t stress how big this is if your only doing intake install. I guess when people flash to other tunes it doesn’t matter cause it relearns the MAF but when you only do intake alone if you don’t do this part car will not run right. Thanks for the video and putting that info on video. It helped out a lot. I am still anxious to see your dyno on the PRL vs Stock on stock tune. Thanks

[@RiverAdams0801]

Curious to how your car was driving after you installed the intake before you realized you needed to unplug and replug the battery back up. Installed the mishimoto intake a few days ago and just made sure the ignition was turned off and had no issues

[@victorgalindo4636]

Will this go into a 1.5t accord??

[@mikeb3023]

Bought the mishimoto air intake then it was on backorder for weeks so canceled the order. I went with PRL and installed that a few weeks ago. So I'm curious to see what the games will be for you with the PRL. Thanks!!

[@TheLemonFactor]

Mine was on back order for quite some time too - I wasn’t sure if it was ever going to get here 😕

[@srv3_per361]

Fits on 1.5?

[@1.5thondaacord]

Hmmm im might have to switch to get that 6 hp lol

[@emiliorusso3044]

I installed the air intake on a 2022 Honda Accord 2.0 however the check engine light came on. Is this normal?

[@TheLemonFactor]

If installed correctly, you should not have a check engine light. Take a look at one of my install videos to see where the problem may be. Make sure that the MAF sensor is installed properly.

[@HondaAccordPerformance]

Hi Lemon Factor, I have a lightweight NST crank pulley they I never installed on my 2.0t can I donate it to you and mail it to you have you dyno it? Thanks.

[@TheLemonFactor]

That’s very nice of you, thanks! I think I’ll pass at this time. Why don’t you hold onto it, or sell it?

[@HondaAccordPerformance]

@@TheLemonFactor My mechanic refused to install it and said the lightweight crank pulley will damage my engine due to no harmonic dampener. I spoke with several other people on accord x forums and I guess the stock crank is forged so it shouldn’t cause too many issues on a car with stock turbo. I spoke with some performance shops and they said anything over 400whp should have a dampener because even if the engine is internally balanced the crank can still flex under power due to the lighter pulley. I had an Unorthodox racing aluminum crank pulley on my v6 accord with no issues but that’s naturally aspirated the 2.0t is capable of more power especially torque. I might sell the pulley since it might not be worth the risk for just 5-10 whp.

[@TheLemonFactor]

I’m not surprised to hear that, I’ve heard similar regarding the use on this platform. However, I have not done any research myself.

[@87gn93]

Was the front, rectangular opening sucking hot air during all the dyno tests?

[@TheLemonFactor]

According to the data log for the pulls, the temps quickly reduce as soon as the pull started, which tells me it was pulling sufficient cool air from outside the car.

[@87gn93]

@@TheLemonFactor Yeah! Some technical data! Logs are great to have when you know how to read then! Thanks Chad! I do understand the amount of time, effort and money it takes!

[@TheLemonFactor]

😉

[@JampMan1982]

Can I leave the af box cover off? Will it hurt anything?

[@TheLemonFactor]

You’ll hear more of the intake sounds, but you’ll also allow more hot air from the engine bay to be pulled in, which will negatively impact performance.

[@johnnyboydianno]

The problem I have with dynos is your in a shop with no wind factor

[@luiscabrera7231]

Will this intake fit in my 21 sport 1.5?

[@Nam087]

yea. it's the same car

[@ethanperez997]

254whp WITH Ktuner V2 stage 2 tune?

[@TheLemonFactor]

This is testing the air intake on a STOCK car, the KTuner is only being used to read sensor data 12:34.

[@kricketman12]

Lol air intake duct it’s the horn

[@TheLemonFactor]

I don't think we're both looking at the same part

[@kricketman12]

@@TheLemonFactor when u look thew the grill that’s the horn exit

[@TheLemonFactor]

You might want to go out to your call Accord and take a look

[@kricketman12]

@@TheLemonFactor 13:38 ish is the horn u might want to take your bumper off to se it or watch a video on how to take it off if I could send a picture I would

[@TheLemonFactor]

The air intake cutout that is behind the bumper is behind what I think you’re looking. It’s not a structured piece you can point out, rather a simple rectangular hole. If you shine a light through the top you can look through the bumper to see where it shines out from. Hope this helps.