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So we've been playing around with our new 3D printer and decided to print up a prototype intake system to check for fitment before we have a mold designed for a production piece. Fitment was spot on, stay tuned with us for better pics and info. Please keep in mind that this is just a rough prototype made out of printed plastic and isn't meant to be pretty. ;)

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The ID of the larger gray silicone piece is 4", including the odd "square" sections. Installation was a breeze, simply removing the bumper and moving the fender liner for a moment. The blue MAF housing will most likely be a machined aluminum piece designed to behave much like the stock MAF housing, but allow a much larger volume of air through it. This intake system will also utilize our standard oiled PRL cone filter.
 

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Looks cool!

Didn't realize you could make a shape like that (gray tube) with silicone..
 

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Yes, I understand that.

I thought they were planning on making the production version in silicone, which I assumed would mirror this shape.
 

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Just want to give a heads up on people still looking to pre-order the downpipe combo. You got about 2 to 3weeks before the first batch of catless downpipe to be ready to ship. So that means pre order combo discount will end soon and we will need 2 more for 15% off
 


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we just need that one to make the jump then the 2nd will follow!
 
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We've been hard at work over the past few weeks designing and running numbers for our new 1.5T front mount intercooler kit. A lot of time and thought was put into developing what we feel will be the most-efficient, best-fitting intercooler kit on the market.


One of the key selling points of the 1.5T, Civic X platform is its lightweight, highly efficient engine and chassis. So efficient, in fact, that Honda engineers have continuously prided themselves for how well the factory intercooler flows and cools for such a lightweight unit. Because of this, our intercooler core of choice for this application is a dense 24"x6.3"x3.5" 500hp bar-and-plate core. We have used this core in our BRZ/FR-S/FT86 turbo kit with great success, proving itself still efficient at well over 500hp. The size of this intercooler also allows it to be a rather lightweight assembly (about 10lbs heavier than stock for the whole kit), meaning we are able to offer a similarly low-weight intercooler that performs much better than stock.


Our goal was to offer an intercooler setup that didn't notably affect or create turbo lag, but still offers headroom for guys looking to make big power in the future. In the past we have been a fan of our larger 600hp cores (that have been proven to over 900whp) for big(ger) turbo and larger displacement applications, but it is important to keep in mind that these cars are only a 1.5L with a very small turbocharger. After running some numbers we felt that this 500hp core would be the most ideal size for customers with stock turbos, future stock-replacement turbo upgrades and a possible future PRL Motorsports turbo kit!
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This intercooler will utilize factory mounting spots with our embossed end tanks as well as all factory air ducts/shrouds. Kits will come standard with upgraded hot and cold side intercooler piping that utilize smooth radii and hose/tubing diameters designed with small and larger turbochargers in mind. Like most of our PRL product line, no cutting, fitting or trimming will be required. Kits will come with all hardware needed for a seemless install. Stay tuned for more pictures and info as we finish our design and begin testing!
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Looks cool!

Didn't realize you could make a shape like that (gray tube) with silicone..
Yes, I understand that.

I thought they were planning on making the production version in silicone, which I assumed would mirror this shape.
We should have a prototype silicone intake ready for testing by the second week of April!
 

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Everything looks and sounds great....

On the intake will you offer the smaller size MAF housing at the same time as the larger one?


We should have a prototype silicone intake ready for testing by the second week of April!
 

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Everything looks and sounds great....

On the intake will you offer the smaller size MAF housing at the same time as the larger one?
Go big or go home! Lol
 


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Down pipe updates?
 
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Our prototype stock-replacement intake hose came in today for test-fitting. Everything lined up as it should and we are ready to start production. Right now hoses will only be available in black, but we plan to release a few colored variations in the near future!

3D scanning and silicone technology has allowed us to offer a stock replacement intake hose that is better looking, more durable and out performs the corrugated OEM intake hose. Our silicone intake hose is constructed of the same high quality 4-ply silicone as the rest of our couplers and features a perfectly smooth-finish transition for optimal air flow. The pleats found in the OEM hose makes disrupts air flow, which limits power potential and throttle response.

Each Silicone Intake Hose Kit Includes:
  • PRL Motorsports 4-Ply Silicone Intake Hose (Black, Other Colors Will Be Available in the Future)
  • (2) 304 Stainless Steel Worm Clamps

We also have stock replacement, drop-in high flow air filters in production

Why use a PRL Motorsports air filter?

Our oiled filters are constructed from high quality, double layer cotton to increase the filtration surface by 10% - 15%. This causes air to move freely while maintaining superior filtration, trapping particles as small as 5 microns! The cotton filter is encased by coated steel mesh to ensure your PRL Motorsports air filter withstands the toughest of conditions!
Each filter is hand-molded using a flexible rubber base to ensure an airtight seal and absorb vibration. These filters do not use pressure-molding like other manufacturers, which can cause the rubber to seep into the filter element blocking airflow by up to 25%! Our air filters utilize a precision four-step process to virtually eliminate rubber seepage and maximize airflow!

All PRL Motorsports high flow drop-in air filters will come standard in PRL Cool Blue

Orders Are Expected to Ship By 4/31/17

We designed this kit for customers looking to improve performance, durability and aesthetics without breaking the pricetag of a full intake system or needing a tune. We don't anticipate any crazy horsepower gains with these two mods, but we will provide data on the filter and hose once our filters are done.


All intake components are available at 20% discounted intro pricing!

Silicone Intake Hose Here

High Flow Drop-In Here

Stage 1 Intake Combo Here
 
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