Cold Air Intake for Chevy Camaro/Pontiac Firebird (1995-1997) 3.8L V6 Engine Red

Optimize L36 Induction: High-Flow Intake for 1995–1997 Camaro & Firebird 3.8L

Who It’s For: Engineered for 1995–1997 F-Body owners running the L36 powerplant who are tired of the stock sluggishness and restrictive factory plumbing.

The Symptom: The factory intake on the L36 is designed for silence, not performance. It uses a restrictive resonator box and accordion-style rubber tubing that creates massive air turbulence, choking the engine’s throttle response when you try to merge or pass. In the relatively heavy Camaro and Firebird chassis, this lack of immediate airflow makes the 3.8L feel breathless, especially when you’re looking for that mid-range torque to get the car moving.

The Engineering Fix: This system replaces that restrictive OEM plumbing with a mandrel-bent aluminum tube. By smoothing out the airflow path and removing the internal baffles found in the stock box, we significantly reduce intake tract resistance. This increases the oxygen density entering the combustion chamber, resulting in a sharper throttle snap and a deep, mechanical induction growl that the Series II 3800 V6 is famous for.

Why Mechanics Choose This Kit

• Refined Torque Delivery: By improving volumetric efficiency, this kit helps the L36 V6 reach its peak torque curve faster, making the car feel lighter off the line.
• High-Velocity Airflow: The smooth-bore aluminum piping eliminates the "tumbling" air effect caused by factory accordion hoses, ensuring a laminar flow into the throttle body.
• Thermal Management: The lightweight aluminum construction helps dissipate heat faster than heavy plastic, while the red powder-coated finish provides a high-performance aesthetic under the hood.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 1995 Chevrolet Camaro Base (3.8L V6)
• 1996 Chevrolet Camaro Base (3.8L V6)
• 1997 Chevrolet Camaro Base (3.8L V6)
• 1995 Chevrolet Camaro RS (3.8L V6)
• 1996 Chevrolet Camaro RS (3.8L V6)
• 1997 Chevrolet Camaro RS (3.8L V6)
• 1995 Pontiac Firebird Base (3.8L V6)
• 1996 Pontiac Firebird Base (3.8L V6)
• 1997 Pontiac Firebird Base (3.8L V6)
• Fits both Coupe and Convertible body styles
• Compatible with Automatic and Manual transmissions

Interchange Part Numbers:

RED-CAI-F-BODY-38L, L36-INDUCTION-UPGRADE, 1995-1997-V6-INTAKE

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. This kit is a direct bolt-on solution that requires no permanent modifications to your chassis. It is designed to work within the parameters of your factory ECU while providing the airflow headroom needed for future modifications. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping.

Common Questions

Will this cold air intake fit my 1995–1997 Camaro or Firebird with the 3.8L V6?
Yes. This intake is built specifically for 1995–1997 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird models equipped with the 3.8L L36 (3800 Series II) V6 engine, including both Coupe and Convertible body styles and automatic or manual transmissions.

Does this kit fit 1995 models with the 3.4L L32 V6?
This system is engineered specifically for the 3.8L L36 V6 engine layout and plumbing.

What is included with this intake system?
The kit includes a mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube in a red powder-coated finish and a high-flow washable cotton gauze air filter.

Do I need to cut anything or tune the ECU to install this kit?
This is a direct bolt-on replacement for the factory airbox and resonator tubing that requires no permanent chassis modifications and runs within factory ECU parameters.

Can the air filter be cleaned and reused?
Yes, the included high-flow cotton gauze filter is washable and reusable for regular service.