Cold Air Intake for Chevy Silverado 1500/GMC Sierra 1500 (2014-2018) 4.3L V6 Engines All Black

Optimize Your EcoTec3 LV3 Performance with this High-Flow Cold Air Intake for Silverado & Sierra 1500

Who It’s For: Designed specifically for 2014-2018 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 owners running the 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine who want better towing response and a more aggressive engine note.

The Problem: The EcoTec3 V6 is a stout workhorse, but the factory intake system is plagued by restrictive baffles and a thin plastic accordion tube designed to keep the engine quiet, not efficient. This creates air turbulence and "chokes" the engine when you’re trying to merge onto the highway or pull a trailer, especially in the lower RPM range where this V6 needs to breathe.

The Solution: We engineered this kit to replace that restrictive factory plastic with smooth-bore T304 aluminum piping and a high-flow conical filter. By reducing air drag and isolating the intake from engine bay heat with a dedicated shield, we allow the EcoTec3 to breathe freely, improving volumetric efficiency and sharpening throttle response across the power band.

Why This is the Ultimate Upgrade

• Enhanced Airflow Velocity: Mandrel-bent T304 aluminum piping eliminates the corrugated factory hose, providing a direct, smooth path for air to reach the throttle body.
• Thermal Management: The included black powder-coated heat shield isolates the filter from the radiant heat of the engine block, ensuring the air entering your engine is as dense and oxygen-rich as possible.
• Lifetime Filtration: The high-flow cotton gauze filter is fully washable and reusable, designed to go up to 50,000 miles between cleanings depending on your driving environment.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (4.3L V6)
• 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (4.3L V6)
• 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (4.3L V6)
• 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (4.3L V6)
• 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (4.3L V6)
• 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 (4.3L V6)
• 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 (4.3L V6)
• 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 (4.3L V6)
• 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 (4.3L V6)
• 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 (4.3L V6)

Interchange Part Numbers:

LV3-43-1418-BLK, 4.3-SILV-INTAKE-ALLBLACK

The Performance Promise

Expert Tip: When installing this kit on your EcoTec3 engine, we recommend disconnecting the negative battery terminal for 10-15 minutes during the swap. This allows the ECU to reset its long-term fuel trims and "learn" the increased airflow volume immediately upon startup. Buy with confidence knowing this kit is designed for a perfect bolt-on fit with no cutting or drilling required.