Do you have an upgraded intake? Or are you keeping it stock?? Remember to use code "chloekuo" for 5% off from Sparks Parts if you decide to go with the TRD one!
OMG, your channel is the best! The seat jackers are dope (I'm not a tall woman) and then give room for the compressor. From one software engineer to another, I'm literally following your roadmap. I wish you had a Jira server for it. :) Your truck looks so good in silver it finally put to rest my internal debate between inferno and silver. Every mod you pick is exactly what I would pick (want those sliders real bad). Thank you! So, so stoked I found your channel.
I love how you're doing all these upgrades on your Taco...I love how you explaining the install and details. Toyota needs to hire you to promote their products for Tacomas. Tacoma ambassador.
Sadly people don't realize your not increasing the amount of air your just making it easier for the air to flow and the engine to get what it needs. plus you can get the same results by just dropping in a K&N oiled filter without buying the TDR kit. Plus if you modify your original air entrance guard (see time stamp 9:14) and cut the splash guard (the half cup looking part off) you'll remove air floe restriction/turbulence. The only true way to increase air volume into the engine is with a turbo or a super charger. Yet with that all said you keep doing what you do Chloe. The look is nice and modding your vehicle is making it truly yours. keep up the good videos, and keep living the taco life.
That's fairly true. With colder air it is denser which is why fuel economy drops in the winter. You will need more fuel with colder denser air, but you'll get a small bump in power. She claimed better fuel economy, but there could be a number of factors. So I do not know. I'll have to go back to see all the parts included with the kit, but it just looked like the upper air box, red colored couplers, the "performance" air filter, and the horn shaped rubber piece that attached to the bottom of the air box. I think she reused the middle part of the stock intake that includes the resonator box. I'll have to go back and look, but if it came with a new resonator box that would account for a different sound. I think the magic part is probably that horn shaped rubber piece if the kit does make any extra power. Watching people build cars, and messing with plenum shape/size, intake runner size/length, and the opening horn shape on individual throttle bodies affect horse power. Sure that kit may suck in a bit more water than the stock configuration, but it shouldn't hurt anything unless you submerge it or maybe block it with mud. Unless you hydrolock your engine, a bit of moisture should just steam clean your piston, and then exit the exhaust. What I like about this system is it opens up the intake, and maybe gets cooler air unlike an aftermarket cold air intake with a long tube. A long tube may get colder air, but throttle response suffers because it has to equalize the pressure of that longer tube where as a short intake would have better response. A short ram intake is subject to heat soak though. Edit; went back to look at the parts 2:38 it seems it comes with that middle black tube. So after measuring the tube diameter, and if it is the same you could stay with stock sound or go with the trd kit middle pipe. I'VE NEVER LAID HANDS ON THE KIT, but I would expect the only difference would be the resonator. You wouldn't hear the sound difference at the exhaust, but rather in the engine bay.
I put this upgraded intake together with the TRD Pro exhaust on my 2019 TRD 4X4 and had the same outcomes. Additional Gas mileage is between 2 to 3 mpg with a noticeable improvement in acceleration. However these mods are not cheap and you need to weigh that expense against suspension upgrades and accessories you may need for overlanding and camping. Bottom line, if you have the coinage, do it.
more sound yes, more power, not likely since the stock air filter on the Tacoma is the same element as on the 5.7 l Tundra. Glad you found Sparks Toyota, they are great to deal with.
Your detailed camera angles, instructions are very impressive. I also love that you like working on vehicles. Looking forward to your next project and hopefully some maintenance videos
True, if you get the different intake flow accelerator and filter, you probably get the same results as the whole TRD kit. Would be cool to try out and compare!
@Dale Macarena nice, I just got a taco too! Been looking at other channels but you’re right I like watching this channel because it’s the perfect DD and off-road build which is where I want to keep my truck. Any other good channels you can recommend?
I drove my truck for 3 years before I messed with the air intake. By doing so I got a good knowledge of what my truck drove like in all conditions. A few months ago I added a Safari Snorkel. I noticed immediately an increase in responsiveness and power. It was well worth it.
@@gilg2560 I said it increased the trucks responsiveness. Not that it added HP. More air/colder air equals bigger bang... do you need me to break this down for you more?
Report back in a month or two when your ECU has reprogrammed to account for the increased airflow into the engine. I've tried a couple of intakes, both Injen and K&N. Both provided a bit louder intake noise and what I thought was a bit more torque but after a few hundred miles the trucks performance returned to normal if not a little less responsive. The only way intakes and high flow filters increase power correctly is to have the ECU retuned. It looks cool but I'm not sure looking cool under the hood increases performance or gas mileage.
@@Imagehype Defined Beast My dad has a RAV4 v6 Before K&N dropped in filter it would run 15.1 in the 1/4 mile with the original filter then after K&N 15.4 Different vehicle now 6.0 Silverado with original filter for example 300hp at the wheels tbh I don’t remember exact numbers but I do remember getting 1hp from K&N cool air intake $200 and total of 8 unnoticeable hp after tune but from 18mpg it went down to 15mpg , dyno numbers Unless it’s a 80s till 90s then yes any after market CAÍ is always better than stock
One thing to note, the airflow accelerator should go through the hole into your fender well first and then the lower airbox slides onto it. If you try to push it against the hole inside the engine bay, the accelerator will collapse and leave a gap that pulls hot air from your engine bay.
It should come as no surprise that you're closing in on 25 THOUSAND subscribers. You produce exceptional content, your editing is on point and you're upgrading your Tacoma with tasteful and sensible mods. I'm doing the TRD intake but will be pairing it with the TRD exhaust. I'm pretty sure the exhaust is on your short list as well.
This is pretty much what I was going to say. Now dropping a K&N type filter in the stock air box will give you the same benefits. If the connectors were smooth and not have the ribs then you would get better/smoother air flow which would help.
The thing about channels like this, and I really do appreciate her content so please don’t take this as a hater comment but, she gets these parts for free or at a crazy discount in return for a video install/review, hence the discount code from the parts dealer. For the rest of us who pay full or close to full retail, we have to really consider if the gains are worth spending the money and if we really want the “TRD” logo under the hood for little power and more than $300 out of the piggy bank. 🤷🏻♂️
@Dale Macarena I don’t think it’s worth the money at all, and to answer your question, I DO feel like a direct K&N filter replacement would suffice and add the 1-2hp. Not a great place to go if you’re looking to add major power gains, go with a tune etc.. this particular TRD part is a pretty part to have to show off but, in my opinion, isn’t worth the hefty price tag at all.
@@joelortiz9774: The only way to measure “increase air flow” is to download live data on a scan tool. Doesn’t it add more horsepower at the wheels? Only an additional test on a dynamometer will show that.
I’m so bummed! I was going to order this for my 2021 TRD off-road but the website says it will not fit. I emailed sparks parts to confirm. You did a great job with the install and video. Looking forward to more. I love that you are a female and you aren’t afraid to wrench on your own vehicle. 👏
Luckily it will fit all the way up to the 2021 without an issue! The only reason that it doesn't show that fitment on the website is because Toyota has to get them CARB approved in all 50 states before updating fitment. It will bolt on without an issue and if you are in an area that does not have emissions testing, you are all set!
Love this channel, love your editing and content. A lot of Tacoma videos don't show the product up front like you do so I have to skip around a lot to actually see the product. Your flow is well thought out and your installs are very clear and concise so thank you. You've been influencing a lot of my decisions for my recently purchased Tacoma.
Chloe; I am amazed at the push-back on the TRD CAI. Its not TRULY a cold air intake but its volume is bigger. I experienced a 1.5-2 mpg uptick immediately with the CAI. Knowing though that what goes in must come out, I added the CAT back TRD exhaust. The mpg improvement of the two improvements is still 1.5 mpg, it sounds pretty mellow, it drives with a bit more power which also seemed to have eliminated the transmission downshifting issue people complain about. If people can stomach the $900 or so that the two items will cost (self installed), these are WELL worth it. I LOVE this truck.
For sound tests, it may be good to check the frequency spectrum. It may sound as loud, but probably the upgraded trd intake sounds more in the lower frequencies
I have an S&B Cold Air Intake (oil filter), and it gave me 1-2 mpg as well in addition to being a little louder and more responsive throttle. The TRD intake isn't really much different from the standard stock cold air intake. And yes, the stock air box pulls air from your wheel well, not your engine bay, and is a cold air intake as well. The biggest difference here is the trd filter.
one important thing to keep in mind; Any upgrade that is used for air flow intake into the motor, you should always get the vehicle tuned to account for the airflow. That's the only way to fully optimize the increase in power. Thats why I always wait to do all of my intake/airflow mods all together and immediately take it in for a tune.
The kd max tune pro xt is around 350-400 and has 3 different mods light normal and sport i have it along with trd exhaust system and trd CAI and 93 octane totally different truck i have on sport super mad aggressive and responsive trust me you won’t be dissatisfied
Actually, the air flow sensor talks to the CPU and modifies the fuel mixture accordingly. Your engine is smart, and "learns" everything including the way you drive. There are no Tunes specific to a Cold Air Intake, because there is no need for one.
@@adanrios5884 I got my tune for $200 2 years ago. The tune alone would have changed your truck, the exhaust and intake barely make any difference other than more aggressive sound.
The design of the intake flow accelerator is completely different, although I’d agree that the upper air box, air bellow, and throttle body couple are nearly identical to the stock intake. A few people here have just replaced the intake flow accelerator and filter to the same parts that this kit uses and have gotten similar results as me, so that may be the way to go!
Hi, I had my dealer installed this to my 22 taco off road last week, what a difference, feels like the truck has more energy because it can breath better.
I put a cold air intake on my on my Stage 2 TDI and which would be way more noticeable then a naturally aspirated engine. It's placebo effect you hear way more engine noise which can even become annoying but pretty much no power gains and after seeing that a replacement filter was $120 I just went to stock and bought $30 K&N filter. I personally spent the money on something more noticeable.
Got the TRD Intake, TRD Stainless Exhaust, and rear sway bar on my 08 TRD Tundra Crewmax. Been working flawless for over 12 years. You made a good choice!
I like this intake but I don’t like the price. It looks great! I opted for a K&N intake that uses the stock air box and replaces the intake tube that eliminates the resonator box. I also got the intake air accelerator as a separate part. The K&N filter is basically the same as the TRD filter. In fact I believe K&N manufacturers the Toyota filter. I also noticed much better throttle response with this intake. I believe the stock Toyota filter is very restrictive! The bellows connector is replace by two flexible rubber connectors that are straight. I believe by eliminating the the bellows and resonator box you get a straight flow to the throttle body with less turbulence. K&N dyno tested this intake and got approximately 10hp and 10 foot pounds of torque increase. Third gen Tacoma’s have notoriously sluggish throttle response at light throttle application due to the part time Atkinson cycle engine. Replacing the stock intake solves this problem partially. You still feel a surge of power with full throttle acceleration when the cam phasers switch the cams back to Otto cycle. To me it feels like turbo lag. I also have a TRD exhaust that sounds great, especially with this intake! The K&N was about half the price! This intake is CARB certified so it will pass smog in California. Had the TRD intake been closer in price I probably would have bought it. I like the look!
Same set up - K&N straight tube, and the soft rubber "flange" type TRD PRO 2021 intake OEM part. BUT could not in good conscience use the K&N oiled filter. Just allows too much dust to pass, as I'm on dirt roads a lot. Stock filler.
First let me say BRAVO! I'm a contractor out here in SoCal and wish there were guys with the ability to open a hood and stick a tool in there like you! I am in AWE! Never owned a Toyota but just bought the Army Green Taco. This is a cool setup, bet combined with an exhaust and a tuner increases the HP and Torque significantly (along with better MPG and a cooler running engine). Did this to a Dakota I owned back in the 90's, that truck was bad ass. Ever look into this?
Chloe, I did this mod and for sure the exhaust is more throaty sounding. Nice. I think perhaps slightly more power too. I would say a bit pricey but then OEM is usually more. Sparks is a great dealer. I update my GPS map (have 2017 Tacoma Sport in quicksand color) too at Sparks and it is slight different map than what had. Tracks the roads i previously drove on. Another mod I did is added hydraulic hood lifts that were recommended good choice, USA made.
I have this intake on my 2017 trd off road tacoma. I wouldn't but it again because I didn't notice any difference in mpg or power. I paid $400+. If this increased efficiency or power it would be reflected on the trd pro models. They come with this intake stock and are rated exactly the same power and mpgs as the trd off road models. It is though aesthetically pleasing and the reusable filter is great.
I've seen a lot of dyno tests that show loss of power or no change in power when changing to similar products. Occasionally, there is a very slight increase in power. I'd love to see a dyno test on this.
I went the DIY route. From most reviews/feedback most said sound was the main difference. So instead of dropping a few hundred for sound (possibly a few HP) I spent like $80, that included the TRD filter, 1 piece of the TRD tubing, the fender snorkel piece, and the coupler .
I have almost the same exact truck as you, except mine is a 2023. Same Wheels and everything. Yet I get way lower mpg. I did get an aftermarket tune, in order to mitigate some of that wonky throttle response and electric transmission shifting times (courtesy of you one of your videos actually), and it did help with many things. Yet I still get crap mpg. I’m sitting around 12pmg on average. I am a bit heavy on the accelerator, but nothing too crazy
What exactly does the ovtune do? I've been looking into it but all I hear is that it helps with throttle response. I can enhance throttle response for way cheaper than an ovtune.
@@Ryan-ln7ro better throttle response, increase mpg, and just over all it feels like ect pwr on always there are other tunes that can be added for each individuals driving style for example if you tow or ar aggressive it can help
@@Ryan-ln7ro if you have Facebook you can search up tacoma groups and ask if anyone does the OvTune in your area. A guy around me charged $250 takes less than 20 minutes to install
I just installed one of these in my 2019 Chr xle yesterday. Drove it around today for about 1 1/2 hours on the highway and street. I can feel a difference that seems to speed up a lot faster in all modes. The sound is nice as well. Going to add the trd lowering springs next.
I really like your seats. Also, the information you covey is very concise. People have zero attention span, so having concise communication via tight editing will help you grow your subscriber base. Just sayin'. Well done!
Nice, It looks like the mounting of the Mass Air Sensor is lower than stock. I find the stock mount is too high and the wire hit the inside of the hood and can make the MAS not work. This whole unit looks better designed.
Nice work Chloe! I might try this one all by myself to recover some of the power and mpg loss I'm seeing after having installed pizza cutter 33s. Awesome detail with the decibel A/B testing!
Hi Chloe., Thank you for posting. New install looks very nice. I recently upgraded my air filter on my vehicle. I didn't realize how a little change could make a slight improvement in acceleration. Safe travels as always.
Very good video. U will love your new upgrade of your cold air intake. I have the EFE cold air intake. I bought the complete set. Comes with cold air intake throttle body spacer and comes with a hood scoop. Keep up the good work.
I'm thinking about the injen intake, but honestly it'll be one of my last mods since stock is already a cold air intake. With other mods for the engine, it would be nice to get a tune. Getting that Magnuson Supercharger would be better though. 😁
Got a afe intake and cat back. Wasn't a big difference beside I like how it sounds. Should of went with the trd cause cheaper. I would remove that after filter screen to maybe help with air flow. But the greatest mod was the kd max tune, which is a modified version of the ov tune, suppose to be even better. I pull with mine and it is a big difference. Great video too.
better to use stock system and just connect a hose from your cabin AC under dash box to your air engine intakes before the filters of course for a true cold air intake...cheaper too
Good vid. Just want to let you know that the increase in performance and mpg is from installing a new air filter, especially since the old one was used.
9:40 You missed the part where you stuff the outside ring thru the sheetmetal opening when putting the lower box back in. Otherwise great install video, used it to install mine. Def could hear a difference in throttle during a quick rev after first turning it on with the new intake.
You should try gutting the top of the airbox(the secondary filter element piece) it looks to be restrictive. I did it to my old tundra when I installed a drop in K&N filter. Seemed to notice a difference on my setup. Just a thought.
Waiting for Toyota to come out with a 10 Speed transmission for these trucks. I have 21 Sport with the TRD air box and its just gutless. I'm sure gearing , tuning or adding a super charger.. but when a lifted Jeep on 35's can blow by me and I can't keep up there's something really wrong there
Hi Chloe! These are the videos I love. Very informative and helpful. Amazing editing as well! Thank you so much for being all you can be! Getting my Tacoma late September!!! =D
In the comments of another video on trd air filter, testing the used oil for increased particles in dusty conditions due to the higher air flow. Not good for the engine. Thoughts?
just be sure to wash it with water in the opposite direction the air enters the filter. If not, you will just end up forcing the dirt farther into the filter.
Looks great! I did the cheap version (Intake Flow Accelerator and a high flow filter). Didn’t notice a power gain, but have had my best fuel economy (up by .3-.5mpg) consistently over the last several weeks. Will be curious of you long term updates. I got my IFA from Sparks too!🤙🏻
It has been proven time and time again that a CAI does nothing unless you have a super charger or a turbo, They do make you 400 bucks less rich though. If a CAI gave you 5 more mpg you can bet your ass it would come stock on your truck already.....Don't you think that would be a huge selling point for the manufactures?
I am planning to get a TRD intake, although I have a Hilux, so you have to do some small modifications to make the Tacoma kit fit (there is no Hilux kit)
Now you need Exhaust , The Proper way is Headers Cat back Exhaust , to get the Power Torque, claims , but it's also loud & not really Commifornia 😬POLITRICKENS Happiness , but You can get a Magnaflow Muffler with Good Gains the stock one Clogs the Exhaust Blow so much plus the weight difference is Huge , Magna-Flow is the softest sounding ,but a great Rumble and very little Sound Droning in cab ,
Heloww miss, love the simplicity of your video, very well explained, I'm planning on getting my very own "Taco" and changing the air intake will be my first mod, I'll follow your directions to the letter, 🌹
Been using K&N filters on my Off-road vehicles for years. Not surprising that Toyota/Sparks is using a similar air filter. Higher airflow through the filters and reusability. So the question is, did it actually help your gas mileage or just seemed like it. Smoother power band is definitely nice but with the current gas prices and my daily commute, an increase in fuel efficiency would be the biggest gain.
Hey Chloe ! Appreciate and love all your videos I am a fellow Toyota owner and enjoy your work it makes me wish to have fellow Toyota enthusiasts more locally to me to go on off-road trips with . Sorry for the soap opera but I was wondering if overall you’d recommend this as a purchase , I hear some saying it’s just cosmetic and doesn’t do much but I always considered this as a mod . I drive a 21 4Runner venture . Thank you !
This is basically a 40$ k&n cotton filter insert and some super cool looking red letters for 300$. I know theres more too it than just that, but not really.
Do you have an upgraded intake? Or are you keeping it stock??
Remember to use code "chloekuo" for 5% off from Sparks Parts if you decide to go with the TRD one!
Was curious to see if the TRD upper box had the charcoal filter still, looks like it does!
I’m sorry but the black and red looks so siiiiiick! Good job! By the way you should pin your comment so it stays at the top of the comments.
I just dropped a KN filter in the stock box.
Toy_runner here got any ideas on a new grill?
OMG, your channel is the best! The seat jackers are dope (I'm not a tall woman) and then give room for the compressor. From one software engineer to another, I'm literally following your roadmap. I wish you had a Jira server for it. :) Your truck looks so good in silver it finally put to rest my internal debate between inferno and silver. Every mod you pick is exactly what I would pick (want those sliders real bad). Thank you! So, so stoked I found your channel.
I love how you're doing all these upgrades on your Taco...I love how you explaining the install and details. Toyota needs to hire you to promote their products for Tacomas. Tacoma ambassador.
Sadly people don't realize your not increasing the amount of air your just making it easier for the air to flow and the engine to get what it needs. plus you can get the same results by just dropping in a K&N oiled filter without buying the TDR kit. Plus if you modify your original air entrance guard (see time stamp 9:14) and cut the splash guard (the half cup looking part off) you'll remove air floe restriction/turbulence. The only true way to increase air volume into the engine is with a turbo or a super charger. Yet with that all said you keep doing what you do Chloe. The look is nice and modding your vehicle is making it truly yours. keep up the good videos, and keep living the taco life.
That's fairly true. With colder air it is denser which is why fuel economy drops in the winter. You will need more fuel with colder denser air, but you'll get a small bump in power. She claimed better fuel economy, but there could be a number of factors. So I do not know. I'll have to go back to see all the parts included with the kit, but it just looked like the upper air box, red colored couplers, the "performance" air filter, and the horn shaped rubber piece that attached to the bottom of the air box. I think she reused the middle part of the stock intake that includes the resonator box. I'll have to go back and look, but if it came with a new resonator box that would account for a different sound.
I think the magic part is probably that horn shaped rubber piece if the kit does make any extra power. Watching people build cars, and messing with plenum shape/size, intake runner size/length, and the opening horn shape on individual throttle bodies affect horse power. Sure that kit may suck in a bit more water than the stock configuration, but it shouldn't hurt anything unless you submerge it or maybe block it with mud. Unless you hydrolock your engine, a bit of moisture should just steam clean your piston, and then exit the exhaust.
What I like about this system is it opens up the intake, and maybe gets cooler air unlike an aftermarket cold air intake with a long tube. A long tube may get colder air, but throttle response suffers because it has to equalize the pressure of that longer tube where as a short intake would have better response. A short ram intake is subject to heat soak though.
Edit; went back to look at the parts 2:38 it seems it comes with that middle black tube. So after measuring the tube diameter, and if it is the same you could stay with stock sound or go with the trd kit middle pipe. I'VE NEVER LAID HANDS ON THE KIT, but I would expect the only difference would be the resonator. You wouldn't hear the sound difference at the exhaust, but rather in the engine bay.
This girl knows how to edit a video!
Thank you 😊🙌🏼
You're the best
I put this upgraded intake together with the TRD Pro exhaust on my 2019 TRD 4X4 and had the same outcomes. Additional Gas mileage is between 2 to 3 mpg with a noticeable improvement in acceleration. However these mods are not cheap and you need to weigh that expense against suspension upgrades and accessories you may need for overlanding and camping. Bottom line, if you have the coinage, do it.
Agree! These were the exact improvements I noticed as well 🙂
How much is this mod?
more sound yes, more power, not likely since the stock air filter on the Tacoma is the same element as on the 5.7 l Tundra.
Glad you found Sparks Toyota, they are great to deal with.
I envy your hands. Your hands can weave through your vehicle parts/engine like butter.
Your detailed camera angles, instructions are very impressive. I also love that you like working on vehicles. Looking forward to your next project and hopefully some maintenance videos
Thank you! I’ll have a maintenance video coming soon! 😁
I just put in the filter and the mass flow excel in the fender does the same as the kit and saves you a ton of money
True, if you get the different intake flow accelerator and filter, you probably get the same results as the whole TRD kit. Would be cool to try out and compare!
@@ChloeKuo I noticed a difference from stock so im pleased , great videos by the way. real helpful
Honestly, this is probably my favorite channel now.
Aww, thanks 😊
@Dale Macarena nice, I just got a taco too! Been looking at other channels but you’re right I like watching this channel because it’s the perfect DD and off-road build which is where I want to keep my truck. Any other good channels you can recommend?
Ya me too! Im waiting on my 2021 to be built
I drove my truck for 3 years before I messed with the air intake. By doing so I got a good knowledge of what my truck drove like in all conditions. A few months ago I added a Safari Snorkel. I noticed immediately an increase in responsiveness and power. It was well worth it.
Thanks for saving me the extra years. Gonna get a snorkel now instead of this trd intake for my mall crawler 🤙🏼
@@Jason56B lol it really does make a difference. And take that mall crawler on a dirt road once in a while. Youll love it haha #cheers!
I’ve been thinking about getting a snorkel for mine! Glad the safari has worked out for you
Snorkels do not add horsepower! Lol 😂
@@gilg2560 I said it increased the trucks responsiveness. Not that it added HP. More air/colder air equals bigger bang... do you need me to break this down for you more?
Report back in a month or two when your ECU has reprogrammed to account for the increased airflow into the engine. I've tried a couple of intakes, both Injen and K&N. Both provided a bit louder intake noise and what I thought was a bit more torque but after a few hundred miles the trucks performance returned to normal if not a little less responsive. The only way intakes and high flow filters increase power correctly is to have the ECU retuned. It looks cool but I'm not sure looking cool under the hood increases performance or gas mileage.
Would the OVtune be fine?
@@Lobo1604 from what I understand the OV tune remaps the ECU and takes the "learning" ability away. The gains you get from an OV tune are permanent.
I got the k&n intake manifold with ovtune and it’s beast!
@@Imagehype
Defined Beast
My dad has a RAV4 v6
Before K&N dropped in filter it would run 15.1 in the 1/4 mile with the original filter then after K&N 15.4
Different vehicle now
6.0 Silverado with original filter for example 300hp at the wheels tbh I don’t remember exact numbers but I do remember getting 1hp from K&N cool air intake $200 and total of 8 unnoticeable hp after tune but from 18mpg it went down to 15mpg , dyno numbers
Unless it’s a 80s till 90s then yes any after market CAÍ is always better than stock
As she is in SoCal it isnt smog legal so its moot unless its allowed in another state.
One thing to note, the airflow accelerator should go through the hole into your fender well first and then the lower airbox slides onto it. If you try to push it against the hole inside the engine bay, the accelerator will collapse and leave a gap that pulls hot air from your engine bay.
It should come as no surprise that you're closing in on 25 THOUSAND subscribers. You produce exceptional content, your editing is on point and you're upgrading your Tacoma with tasteful and sensible mods. I'm doing the TRD intake but will be pairing it with the TRD exhaust. I'm pretty sure the exhaust is on your short list as well.
Thanks 😊 I’m thinking about doing the exhaust now too!
The stock intake is already a cold air intake. You just bought the name TRD. It's looks nice though.
This is pretty much what I was going to say. Now dropping a K&N type filter in the stock air box will give you the same benefits. If the connectors were smooth and not have the ribs then you would get better/smoother air flow which would help.
The thing about channels like this, and I really do appreciate her content so please don’t take this as a hater comment but, she gets these parts for free or at a crazy discount in return for a video install/review, hence the discount code from the parts dealer. For the rest of us who pay full or close to full retail, we have to really consider if the gains are worth spending the money and if we really want the “TRD” logo under the hood for little power and more than $300 out of the piggy bank. 🤷🏻♂️
@Dale Macarena I don’t think it’s worth the money at all, and to answer your question, I DO feel like a direct K&N filter replacement would suffice and add the 1-2hp. Not a great place to go if you’re looking to add major power gains, go with a tune etc.. this particular TRD part is a pretty part to have to show off but, in my opinion, isn’t worth the hefty price tag at all.
@@joelortiz9774: The only way to measure “increase air flow” is to download live data on a scan tool. Doesn’t it add more horsepower at the wheels? Only an additional test on a dynamometer will show that.
@@joelortiz9774 that trd box do the same as the stock one, save the money and buy k&n filter to the stock box and will do the same
I ordered one from Spark Parts , installed it and it’s working great for me . I’ve noticed that there’s more torque and better MPG
I’m so bummed! I was going to order this for my 2021 TRD off-road but the website says it will not fit. I emailed sparks parts to confirm.
You did a great job with the install and video.
Looking forward to more.
I love that you are a female and you aren’t afraid to wrench on your own vehicle. 👏
Luckily it will fit all the way up to the 2021 without an issue! The only reason that it doesn't show that fitment on the website is because Toyota has to get them CARB approved in all 50 states before updating fitment. It will bolt on without an issue and if you are in an area that does not have emissions testing, you are all set!
@@sparksparts7846 ordered it! Can’t wait to get it installed
@@sparksparts7846 dose this stand to be true for the 21 and 22 Tacoma?
@@sparksparts7846 i just ordered this intake for my 2021 trd off road on your website. I live in Cal, will this fit on my truck? Thanks
Love this channel, love your editing and content. A lot of Tacoma videos don't show the product up front like you do so I have to skip around a lot to actually see the product. Your flow is well thought out and your installs are very clear and concise so thank you. You've been influencing a lot of my decisions for my recently purchased Tacoma.
Dude so awesome!!! I love that your modding your tacoma and explain in a simple way to people !!! Can’t wait to build mine out
Chloe; I am amazed at the push-back on the TRD CAI. Its not TRULY a cold air intake but its volume is bigger. I experienced a 1.5-2 mpg uptick immediately with the CAI. Knowing though that what goes in must come out, I added the CAT back TRD exhaust. The mpg improvement of the two improvements is still 1.5 mpg, it sounds pretty mellow, it drives with a bit more power which also seemed to have eliminated the transmission downshifting issue people complain about. If people can stomach the $900 or so that the two items will cost (self installed), these are WELL worth it. I LOVE this truck.
If you order the pieces separately it's way more cheaper
Less than 3 minutes ago I ordered this intake using the link and the code you provided.., thank you 🙏
For sound tests, it may be good to check the frequency spectrum. It may sound as loud, but probably the upgraded trd intake sounds more in the lower frequencies
I have an S&B Cold Air Intake (oil filter), and it gave me 1-2 mpg as well in addition to being a little louder and more responsive throttle. The TRD intake isn't really much different from the standard stock cold air intake. And yes, the stock air box pulls air from your wheel well, not your engine bay, and is a cold air intake as well.
The biggest difference here is the trd filter.
one important thing to keep in mind; Any upgrade that is used for air flow intake into the motor, you should always get the vehicle tuned to account for the airflow. That's the only way to fully optimize the increase in power. Thats why I always wait to do all of my intake/airflow mods all together and immediately take it in for a tune.
How much does it typically cost for a tune?
The kd max tune pro xt is around 350-400 and has 3 different mods light normal and sport i have it along with trd exhaust system and trd CAI and 93 octane totally different truck i have on sport super mad aggressive and responsive trust me you won’t be dissatisfied
Actually, the air flow sensor talks to the CPU and modifies the fuel mixture accordingly. Your engine is smart, and "learns" everything including the way you drive. There are no Tunes specific to a Cold Air Intake, because there is no need for one.
@@adanrios5884 I got my tune for $200 2 years ago. The tune alone would have changed your truck, the exhaust and intake barely make any difference other than more aggressive sound.
Wouldn't replacing the air filter with the TRD air filter be the same thing minus $300?
The design of the intake flow accelerator is completely different, although I’d agree that the upper air box, air bellow, and throttle body couple are nearly identical to the stock intake. A few people here have just replaced the intake flow accelerator and filter to the same parts that this kit uses and have gotten similar results as me, so that may be the way to go!
@@ChloeKuo This is the route I'm taking, thank you for all the info, great video on how to take the Intake apart!
For anyone wondering a Arb snorkel WILL attach to this TRD intake even though they claim it wont. I just installed that set up on my 2020 PRO.
Hi, I had my dealer installed this to my 22 taco off road last week, what a difference, feels like the truck has more energy because it can breath better.
TRD Performance Placebo
I put a cold air intake on my on my Stage 2 TDI and which would be way more noticeable then a naturally aspirated engine. It's placebo effect you hear way more engine noise which can even become annoying but pretty much no power gains and after seeing that a replacement filter was $120 I just went to stock and bought $30 K&N filter. I personally spent the money on something more noticeable.
FYI There is also a OEM part you can put on the airbox itself that goes into the Fender well that also helps to increase the flow of air check it out.
Got the TRD Intake, TRD Stainless Exhaust, and rear sway bar on my 08 TRD Tundra Crewmax. Been working flawless for over 12 years. You made a good choice!
Nice! 😎
highly recommend K&N if u want a noticeable difference. TRD is so close to stock it does nothing.
at the same time, you're sacrificing a cleaner engine since you're replacing the filter with a less-dense one for more airflow
I like this intake but I don’t like the price. It looks great! I opted for a K&N intake that uses the stock air box and replaces the intake tube that eliminates the resonator box. I also got the intake air accelerator as a separate part. The K&N filter is basically the same as the TRD filter. In fact I believe K&N manufacturers the Toyota filter. I also noticed much better throttle response with this intake. I believe the stock Toyota filter is very restrictive! The bellows connector is replace by two flexible rubber connectors that are straight. I believe by eliminating the the bellows and resonator box you get a straight flow to the throttle body with less turbulence. K&N dyno tested this intake and got approximately 10hp and 10 foot pounds of torque increase. Third gen Tacoma’s have notoriously sluggish throttle response at light throttle application due to the part time Atkinson cycle engine. Replacing the stock intake solves this problem partially. You still feel a surge of power with full throttle acceleration when the cam phasers switch the cams back to Otto cycle. To me it feels like turbo lag. I also have a TRD exhaust that sounds great, especially with this intake! The K&N was about half the price! This intake is CARB certified so it will pass smog in California. Had the TRD intake been closer in price I probably would have bought it. I like the look!
Same set up - K&N straight tube, and the soft rubber "flange" type TRD PRO 2021 intake OEM part. BUT could not in good conscience use the K&N oiled filter. Just allows too much dust to pass, as I'm on dirt roads a lot. Stock filler.
You may want to add that if you have the snorkel you will have to modify the rubber intake. I had to cut about .375 off to get it to fit.
Code still works! At first copying and pasting it didn't work but typing it in lowercase and then it worked all of a sudden.
Thank you for your posts. I just bought a used 2019 Tacoma TRD 4+4, and I enjoy watching what you have done to your Tacoma.
Works best when paired with the TRD cat back exhaust.
First let me say BRAVO! I'm a contractor out here in SoCal and wish there were guys with the ability to open a hood and stick a tool in there like you! I am in AWE!
Never owned a Toyota but just bought the Army Green Taco. This is a cool setup, bet combined with an exhaust and a tuner increases the HP and Torque significantly (along with better MPG and a cooler running engine). Did this to a Dakota I owned back in the 90's, that truck was bad ass. Ever look into this?
You can get any cold air intake and it will have the same effect of making the engine breath easier. Means nothing without a tune
Chloe,
I did this mod and for sure the exhaust is more throaty sounding. Nice. I think perhaps slightly more power too. I would say a bit pricey but then OEM is usually more. Sparks is a great dealer. I update my GPS map (have 2017 Tacoma Sport in quicksand color) too at Sparks and it is slight different map than what had. Tracks the roads i previously drove on. Another mod I did is added hydraulic hood lifts that were recommended good choice, USA made.
I have this intake on my 2017 trd off road tacoma. I wouldn't but it again because I didn't notice any difference in mpg or power. I paid $400+. If this increased efficiency or power it would be reflected on the trd pro models. They come with this intake stock and are rated exactly the same power and mpgs as the trd off road models. It is though aesthetically pleasing and the reusable filter is great.
I just bought a completely stock 2019 TRD Pro Taco and it did not come with this TRD performance intake system at all.
I've seen a lot of dyno tests that show loss of power or no change in power when changing to similar products. Occasionally, there is a very slight increase in power. I'd love to see a dyno test on this.
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AYE shout out to Sparks Toyota Myrtle Beach that’s where I got my Tacoma from! Lol
I went the DIY route. From most reviews/feedback most said sound was the main difference. So instead of dropping a few hundred for sound (possibly a few HP) I spent like $80, that included the TRD filter, 1 piece of the TRD tubing, the fender snorkel piece, and the coupler .
That seems like it’s the way to go!
Where did you order?
I have almost the same exact truck as you, except mine is a 2023. Same Wheels and everything. Yet I get way lower mpg. I did get an aftermarket tune, in order to mitigate some of that wonky throttle response and electric transmission shifting times (courtesy of you one of your videos actually), and it did help with many things. Yet I still get crap mpg. I’m sitting around 12pmg on average. I am a bit heavy on the accelerator, but nothing too crazy
Thank you so much for the most excellent instructions and video!!! I just installed my brand new TRD intake. You are awesome!
Try the OvTune that really brings these trucks alive, best mod ive done to mine
What exactly does the ovtune do? I've been looking into it but all I hear is that it helps with throttle response. I can enhance throttle response for way cheaper than an ovtune.
@@Ryan-ln7ro better throttle response, increase mpg, and just over all it feels like ect pwr on always there are other tunes that can be added for each individuals driving style for example if you tow or ar aggressive it can help
@@EEDLC How would I go about getting one? Do I buy the whole kit for 700$ and I can choose which tune I want? Or do I have to buy a specific tune
@@Ryan-ln7ro if you have Facebook you can search up tacoma groups and ask if anyone does the OvTune in your area. A guy around me charged $250 takes less than 20 minutes to install
This does what a K&N filter does, essentially, you just get some cool bling for under your hood, with this one.
I just installed one of these in my 2019 Chr xle yesterday. Drove it around today for about 1 1/2 hours on the highway and street. I can feel a difference that seems to speed up a lot faster in all modes. The sound is nice as well. Going to add the trd lowering springs next.
I really like your seats. Also, the information you covey is very concise. People have zero attention span, so having concise communication via tight editing will help you grow your subscriber base. Just sayin'. Well done!
I never notice anything with these intakes. First vehicle in a long time im not buying one
Way to go Chloe! I did this as my first mod on my 2019...love it! Remember to do a before and after using ECT.
Nice, It looks like the mounting of the Mass Air Sensor is lower than stock. I find the stock mount is too high and the wire hit the inside of the hood and can make the MAS not work. This whole unit looks better designed.
Nice work Chloe! I might try this one all by myself to recover some of the power and mpg loss I'm seeing after having installed pizza cutter 33s. Awesome detail with the decibel A/B testing!
I just throw an K&N into my stock box. Works great.
Hi Chloe., Thank you for posting. New install looks very nice. I recently upgraded my air filter on my vehicle. I didn't realize how a little change could make a slight improvement in acceleration.
Safe travels as always.
I just got a Tacoma and your videos have been so helpful in installing some of my mods, and helping me choose what to get. Keep up the great work.
Congrats on your new Tacoma!
Very good video. U will love your new upgrade of your cold air intake. I have the EFE cold air intake. I bought the complete set. Comes with cold air intake throttle body spacer and comes with a hood scoop. Keep up the good work.
Sorry AFE cold air intake i have .
I'm thinking about the injen intake, but honestly it'll be one of my last mods since stock is already a cold air intake. With other mods for the engine, it would be nice to get a tune. Getting that Magnuson Supercharger would be better though. 😁
I heard the injen intake has a bad droning sound around 2,500 rpm I would do some research before you buy it unless you bought it already
Got a afe intake and cat back. Wasn't a big difference beside I like how it sounds. Should of went with the trd cause cheaper. I would remove that after filter screen to maybe help with air flow. But the greatest mod was the kd max tune, which is a modified version of the ov tune, suppose to be even better. I pull with mine and it is a big difference. Great video too.
Great Video. I just did this mod. Putting the airflow sensor back on is much easier if you do it before re-assembling everything.
You should have done the sound comparison revving the engine under the hood not tail pipe. That’s where the biggest difference would be.
better to use stock system and just connect a hose from your cabin AC under dash box to your air engine intakes before the filters of course for a true cold air intake...cheaper too
Great informative video, Chloe! My TRD intake
for my 2016 Taco is scheduled to arrive this Wednesday. I’m super excited. The intake is aesthetic.
Might have to add it to the list of mods I need to do this summer 👀
Thank you that website you always come in clutch 🙏🙌💯❤
Add a bed cover and you’ll be 23 MPG. I’m getting between 22-23 mpg with the bed cover as well.
I have one and it makes quite the difference!
I have K&N cold air intake
What you think Chloe about the K&N cold air
Good vid. Just want to let you know that the increase in performance and mpg is from installing a new air filter, especially since the old one was used.
9:40 You missed the part where you stuff the outside ring thru the sheetmetal opening when putting the lower box back in. Otherwise great install video, used it to install mine. Def could hear a difference in throttle during a quick rev after first turning it on with the new intake.
You should try gutting the top of the airbox(the secondary filter element piece) it looks to be restrictive. I did it to my old tundra when I installed a drop in K&N filter. Seemed to notice a difference on my setup. Just a thought.
Just purchased the 2021 4x4 Toyota Tacoma. Can’t wait to put some upgrades soon!
Another great installation vid! I just got a 2021 TRD Off-Road and would love to gain 2 MPG. I like not buying air filters as well.
Waiting for Toyota to come out with a 10 Speed transmission for these trucks. I have 21 Sport with the TRD air box and its just gutless. I'm sure gearing , tuning or adding a super charger.. but when a lifted Jeep on 35's can blow by me and I can't keep up there's something really wrong there
So for those of us without youtube money or OF money, what is the must have upgrades for the taco?
Have you though of installing a supercharger?...
Love your content and presentation.
Awesome job. 👍🏻. Keep it up just bought new 2021 Tacoma trd 4x4 off road. Super excited to add all these new mods to it.
Hi Chloe! These are the videos I love. Very informative and helpful. Amazing editing as well! Thank you so much for being all you can be! Getting my Tacoma late September!!! =D
How exciting and congrats!
In the comments of another video on trd air filter, testing the used oil for increased particles in dusty conditions due to the higher air flow. Not good for the engine. Thoughts?
Sounds like Snake Oil
Amazing job and content! It would be dope if you did some camping vidsss
just be sure to wash it with water in the opposite direction the air enters the filter. If not, you will just end up forcing the dirt farther into the filter.
Be careful not to get a ticket hot rodding your 🌮 around town! Great video Chloe. Thanks for the info on Sparks parts!
Just installed this bad boy on the BlueTaco. As always thanks for the install videos 😊
Looks great! I did the cheap version (Intake Flow Accelerator and a high flow filter). Didn’t notice a power gain, but have had my best fuel economy (up by .3-.5mpg) consistently over the last several weeks. Will be curious of you long term updates. I got my IFA from Sparks too!🤙🏻
That sounds like it’s the way to go! The setup seems like it’s identical to stock except for the filter and IFA
It has been proven time and time again that a CAI does nothing unless you have a super charger or a turbo, They do make you 400 bucks less rich though. If a CAI gave you 5 more mpg you can bet your ass it would come stock on your truck already.....Don't you think that would be a huge selling point for the manufactures?
I am planning to get a TRD intake, although I have a Hilux, so you have to do some small modifications to make the Tacoma kit fit (there is no Hilux kit)
You should try the K&N air intake system and trd air intake system. That would be a good video for 2023 year
Now you need Exhaust , The Proper way is Headers Cat back Exhaust , to get the Power Torque, claims , but it's also loud & not really Commifornia 😬POLITRICKENS Happiness , but You can get a Magnaflow Muffler with Good Gains the stock one Clogs the Exhaust Blow so much plus the weight difference is Huge , Magna-Flow is the softest sounding ,but a great Rumble and very little Sound Droning in cab ,
Heloww miss, love the simplicity of your video, very well explained, I'm planning on getting my very own "Taco" and changing the air intake will be my first mod, I'll follow your directions to the letter, 🌹
CZcams's "random" ad before this video started: Ford Ranger...
I'm keeping my Tacoma. :-)
Great video as always!
Looks great, I will be using your discount code for my own this year as well, thanks!
I have the s&b intake thing is killer and looks good
I luv it 💓 TRD intake looks amazing
I could hear the difference. More throaty at the idle mid range. Listen to it twice and you can hear it. Minute but there.
Your content is good and your presentations are spot-on. You’re a Champion
Been using K&N filters on my Off-road vehicles for years. Not surprising that Toyota/Sparks is using a similar air filter. Higher airflow through the filters and reusability.
So the question is, did it actually help your gas mileage or just seemed like it. Smoother power band is definitely nice but with the current gas prices and my daily commute, an increase in fuel efficiency would be the biggest gain.
Hey Chloe ! Appreciate and love all your videos I am a fellow Toyota owner and enjoy your work it makes me wish to have fellow Toyota enthusiasts more locally to me to go on off-road trips with . Sorry for the soap opera but I was wondering if overall you’d recommend this as a purchase , I hear some saying it’s just cosmetic and doesn’t do much but I always considered this as a mod . I drive a 21 4Runner venture . Thank you !
Great job Chloe! I have done this on mine as well. Mainly for looks IMO but I like it.
This is basically a 40$ k&n cotton filter insert and some super cool looking red letters for 300$. I know theres more too it than just that, but not really.