AEM Tuned Intake - Pics / Videos / Dynos - FT-86 SpeedFactory Review
 

Well, we are back with another one of our review threads.

Currently, we are working on the Scion FRS and Subaru BRZ AEM Tuned Intake.

Now, AEM has done something else no one has to this point. They offer an electronic module with the intake that "fixes" the MAF readout; essentially providing a tune with the intake. No need to worry about idle surges, or running lean as AEM has fixed all that with the electronic portion of this intake.

We have heard some people say, " it's ugly "; over in our SEMA thread, where we debuted this intake, but I have to add in here that AEM was one of the last to come out with an intake for the FRS/BRZ in 2012. The reason for that being, if I were to guess, is they wanted to engineer a quality product that provides actual HP/TQ gains. So if it's ugly and performs and your hood is closed 99% of the time, does it matter? ;)

Want something that is "pretty", ARC offers that with their intake. They also offer the ability to suck hot engine air in, which doesn't matter when hard parking I suppose. :mad0259:

The intake has all the features it needs to possibly be one of the better options out there for our cars.
1. The air box once installed is fully sealed. - No hot air.*
2. It pulls cold air directly from the stock location - No hot air.*
3. Electronic Module to correct the MAF readings providing gains. = power ( Jeremy Clarkson voice )
* If you live in a desert, hot air is unavoidable. Just an FYI

With that being said we have a review video and photos below. We also have an explanation as to why we don't have a dyno or in car video yet. ;) ( Think Iowa after a blizzard, no power for three days and etc... )

PART 2

Well everyone, we finally got some time to get our AEM intake installed on our Firestorm FRS today. :thumbup:

:( this blizzard sucked donkey but aside from getting up a hill into my garage my frs was passing ppl just like my outback! Looking forward to the dyno results when you get around to it. As always hit me up if you need a helping hand!


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Definitely wanting some AEM on my FR-S now. I'll be waiting to see the video.

wow thank you for the write up! I had no idea...I'm with the guy above me I want some aem now! How does the tune hook up work? easy to install?

Looks to be plug and play?


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Total plug and play. One end into the MAF, the other into the stock wiring harness. As easy as putting on a t-shirt.

Can this kit be used with the AVO turbo kit, as a high flow intake solution?

I would just use the AVO panel filter in that situation.

I'm sorry, but if you remove the snorkel (which IS a restriction), you're gonna suck in hot air. This airbox sucks air from the same spot as the airaid and my extensive temperature testing wasn't impressive on the airaid. I also am not buying that 10 horsepower difference without seeing an afr curve. I'm very hesitant with anything that "fixes" the maf sensor. Seems like they'd rather trick the maf than spend more time engineering the intake itself.

And stay safe out there man. Blizzards aren't fun. I've been lucky up here. No snow at all yet.

I want goodie bag!!! lol ahhhh Its a car with ahhh four wheels?! TOP DOWN?!

Is it a SVX??

hmmm im very interested on reading more on this "electronic module" that AEM has cooked up. can't wait for some dynos and a little more reading material! Thanks!

Top is up permenatly... lol

Nope

cant tell from the mirror gonna need more hints!

At least tell us what continent it came from, i don't have a clue.

I think it looks great!:thumbup:

95-99 Nissan Maxima?

I can't wait for you to do a video review of it! If aem is telling the truth, then this is a hell of a bargain. Yesterday I was one click away from buying a muffler delete and instead I told myself I better just wait, its winter what's the rush. SO glad I did. I rather spend 300 on this intake then a muffler delete...if the intake really does give you 10hp...:popcorn:

You want the muffler delete...trust me. It's an awesome purchase that makes the car awesome and it sounds so good!

I like the idea and AEM makes quality stuff. Looks fine to me, but I prefer OEM and performance/functionality over bling. Do you have them in stock? I just passed the 1K miles mark so I'm looking to get an intake any day (was waiting to see about this system).

Does it come with a plug to plug up the stock sound tube inlet on the firewall?

Lol your killing me hahah. Which one did you get? I was looking at berks.

I went with the Berk one...just the simple one with no tip. It adds about 3hp (not that much) but it also drops about 25lbs from the car. I want to get an intake, but it seems like the drop in filter is the best way to go, at this point.

lol yeah at this point. Which makes this aem really interesting. I was looking at their duel tip. I assume it would sound like yours?

Well it was made in the USA, but the MFG is from the far east.

It's older, 90-95 we'll say.

Nope.

Video of me babbling is on your YouTube channel.

Yep we sure do.

They include a cover for the sound generator. Very similar to what Injen does. It basically covers the hole on the black box the sound passes through.

The Black cap to the very right in this photo.

http://ft86speedfactory.com/images/411408DS-4.jpg

Mitsubishi Galant?

Made in U.S. but MFG in the far east. You're driving in snow, so I'm guessing it's AWD platform. I'm thinking a DSM car. Mitsubishi Eclipse, Eagle Talon, or the Plymouth Laser.

Nope

I sooooooo wish it was a 1G DSM. Something WAY less exciting and much more reliable.

Off to craigslist though, I'm pretty sure I still have boxes full of misc 1G DSM repair parts lol. Going to go build an EPIC winter beater car now! Thanks for the horrible idea.

If there truly is 10 hp gain I think 90% of the forum will be ordering lol

I placed my order, looking forward to installing the system.

Honda accord?

WINNER!

Wooot!!!!

hopefully there will be a group buy or something like that so the price isnt to steep

Can anyone else confirm their gains? If true I really want this thing... or save my money for the twinscrew supercharger kit hehehe.

lol yeah me too! Of course we should all wait for Perrin....hmmmm

Jeremy's price is very good considering I was expecting the price to be over 450$


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This might sound crazy but will the "tune" help other aftermarket parts?

I second this motion.

im getting one

works drop in (reports 10hp gain) Ft-86 I would love for you to share your thoughts on that since that's the same as aem?