Jeep Air Intake Systems – AIRAID, K&N, and aFe Air Intakes
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If you’re looking for some significant performance gains, a Jeep air intake system is one of the best. Not only will it increase your horsepower and torque, but it will also improve your gas mileage. For the June vote, choose which air intake you want installed on this 2010 Jeep: AIRAID, K&N, or aFe.
Last month we upgraded the exhaust so we could make sure that all the used air will be taken out of the Jeep as quickly as possible. The air intake system is the second part of this process; before you take the air out, you have to make sure you have the right Jeep parts to get the air in. Having a cool air intake system is incredibly beneficial because cooler air is denser, so more air can pass through the system much faster than before. The more air that gets to the engine to mix the fuel, the more combustion there will be and the more efficiently and powerfully your engine will run.
Choose which Jeep air intake should be installed on the Jeep JK:
AIRAID Cool Air Dam Intake System
The mandrel-formed tubing of these AIRAID intake systems are made with the best materials and top-notch production techniques. In addition to having a larger diameter than stock intakes, each AIRAID intake system is powder coated inside and out for a smoother airflow. This also makes it more durable and long lasting.
Benefits:
- Up to 30% more airflow over stock
- Horsepower Gain: 14
- Torque Gain: 24 lbs-ft
- Air Filter is washable and reusable
K&N Fuel Injection Performance Kit
This K&N intake system has a tube that’s specifically designed to be aerodynamic, and it comes with an oversized conical air filter. It gets more cool air to the engine by using a heat shield, which isolates the cool air from the warm. To back up their product, each air intake system comes with a million mile limited warranty.
Benefits:
- 26% more airflow over stock
- Up to 10% increase in power
- Estimated Horsepower Gain: 8.17 at 4807 RPM
- Air Filter is washable and reusable
aFe Stage 2 Cold Air Intake System
The aFe Stage 2 intake system traps heat in two ways: with a powder coated heat shield and a heat-insulating molded plastic tube. These work with the conical air filter to provide as much cool air as possible to the engine. Plus, each air filter is made out of 100% polyurethane so it will last through multiple cleaning cycles.
Benefits:
- 58% more airflow over stock
- Horsepower Gain: 6
- Torque Gain: 8 lbs-ft
- Air Filter is washable and reusable
We’re nearing the end of our contest, but that doesn’t mean we’re overlooking any of the details. In addition to the air filter that you choose, we’ll be installing Bestop HighRock 4×4 Replacement Mirrors as well. These are heavy-duty Jeep accessories that will hold up to the rigors of off-roading.
About AIRAID: Since 2007, AIRAID has been innovating the air filter industry with new and improved products. They’re the recognized leader in air management for both diesel and gas applications.
About K&N: The reusable cotton gauze filter engineered by K&N has revolutionized the industry by making your air filter last longer. This global company is now bringing this technology to consumers around the world.
About aFe: If you’ve got a power-hungry engine, then aFe is the answer. They’ve designed 3 different air intake systems to meet any vehicle’s needs and provide the highest possible performance gains.
Jun 26 @ 07:17amBrad says:
Jeepless in Utah, I have owned a few K&Ns before. There good upto million miles, so it’s the last filter you will ever need.
Jun 26 @ 12:21pmMark says:
Have been wanting an K&N for my JK for a while now.. just gotta get off my keister and git’er done!
Jun 26 @ 18:37pmSeth Preston says:
K&N
Jun 26 @ 19:01pmAmbrosia says:
K&N!
Jun 26 @ 20:18pmBoneShkr says:
I gotta go with Airaid. I have a ‘93 YJ,4cyl., Stick. And with the intake & exhaust up-grades, I’m diving My ‘lil Jeep wherever I want to go. You just can’t beat the amount of punch You get for Your buck with the Airaid System.
Another nice feature with the Airaid System….No Oils to soak the filter.
No Oil equals No mess. Plus the Airaid hardware allowed me to mount it up high under the hood, increasing my fording abilities. Keeping the System Simple aids to the product being purchasable by any shade-tree mechanic.
Thanks for affording me this chance to keeping the Jeeping Community informed.
Keep the Shiny Side Up!!!
.:BoneShkr
Jun 27 @ 12:34pmJohn Murphy says:
An increase in fuel economy is nice!
Jun 27 @ 13:30pmCarlos says:
K&N
Jun 27 @ 14:14pmJosh says:
K&N is over rated. Based on the numbers, i would try the aFe. I had K&N on several trucks/jeeps, they were OK, nothing special.
Jun 27 @ 15:03pmMatthew DeVries says:
K&N is the best out there.
Jun 27 @ 16:44pmNate says:
I have the Airaid and it is just to loud. I would go with the K&N!!
Jun 27 @ 18:59pmSheila says:
K&N, without a doubt!
Jun 28 @ 09:34amLouis says:
K&N
Jun 28 @ 11:15amFrancisco says:
I’ve been pretty happy with K&N so far, and I’ll continue to use their products.
Jun 28 @ 12:51pmBill says:
I have put a Airaid system on many jeeps and tried a K&N and Airiad kicks butt cost less and there is no sweeter sound than opening your hood and hearing the power makeing howl of air being swallowed up in your rig. ohhh how sweet the sound and power to pound.
Jun 28 @ 15:08pmEnderJK says:
K&N 4 Me….
Jun 28 @ 17:47pmJeremy says:
You can,t go wrong with K&N
Jun 28 @ 20:51pmBill F says:
I actually owned both K&N and an Airaid for a 2010 JK 4DR. I returned the K&N, although I am a K&N fan, the Airaid is a superior product for this application hands down!
Jun 28 @ 22:56pmDenise Baham says:
; ) Airraid
Jun 28 @ 22:57pmjason says:
the best one is airaid look jp magazine
Jun 29 @ 09:03amRoger Kasik says:
K&N intakes are great and they are easy to service!
Jun 29 @ 09:04amRoger Kasik says:
K&N products are great and easy to service!
Jun 29 @ 16:41pmlynn brannen says:
KandN
Jun 29 @ 16:44pmNick says:
Airaid all the way. Just put one in my 99 TJ. It feels like it has much more even acceleration thanks to it!
Jun 29 @ 18:39pmCHARLES GIALLANZA says:
K&N is the best I know of. I haven’t used many others but once you’ve switched to K&N, it’s hard to think of anything being any better, especially for an offroad rig. Anytime you think it might be getting a bit gummed up with too much dirt, you just clean it, oil it and you’re back in business. What more could you ask for?
Jun 29 @ 18:57pmDanny McCoy says:
K&N works so why change what works?!?!
Jun 29 @ 18:57pmNikki says:
K&N all the way, baby!!
Jun 29 @ 21:19pmtrent m says:
air raid is king, put an intake system on the wife’s jeep and what a difference it made
Jun 29 @ 21:37pmRoger Yeakle says:
More horse power means more air and thats help my jeep a ton when its hot or cold,and love the sound
Jun 29 @ 23:22pmcody says:
k&n without a doubt the best filters
Jun 30 @ 08:18amABRAM U says:
AIRAID, easier to clean…
Jun 30 @ 08:19amABRAM U says:
Airaid, great power and eaier to clean…
Jun 30 @ 09:05amJustin says:
K&N- been pleased with mine
Jun 30 @ 09:57amTerry Lee says:
I would try aFE.
Jun 30 @ 15:04pmTed says:
K&N Rocks! I have one on all my vehicles.
Jun 30 @ 18:43pmChris Naff says:
K@N is a great filter but power rules airaid takes it all the way
Jun 30 @ 20:43pmtodd clarke says:
Airaid all the way!
Jun 30 @ 20:54pmPJS says:
K&N all the way.
Jul 1 @ 00:51amJorge Granda says:
I would go with Airaid.
Jul 1 @ 06:09amcolter harris says:
airaid has best fit and finnish
Jul 1 @ 09:29amEric says:
K&N
Jul 1 @ 09:37amJeephawk says:
K&N in all 4 of my jeeps!
Jul 1 @ 11:24amussoldier88 says:
i would go with the airaid
Jul 1 @ 11:33amPat says:
K & N
Jul 1 @ 14:03pmVicki Garrett says:
Air raid
Jul 1 @ 14:21pmTravis Kishpaugh says:
AIRAID ALL THE WAY
Jul 1 @ 16:18pmryan says:
afe all day. i had one on my powerstroke along with everyone…almost everyone i know having one on there truck to.
Jul 18 @ 00:11amWill says:
When are you going to post the winner?
Jul 23 @ 07:08amwildwolfproducts.com says:
K&N and this ride is the making of a Home Run. If I don’t win this ride they sure have set me up in the right direction on my own New Jeep next year.
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