{"product_id":"cold-air-intake-for-jeep-wrangler-2012-2016-3-6l","title":"Cold Air Intake for Jeep Wrangler (2012-2016) 3.6L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Flow Cold Air Intake for 2012-2016 Jeep Wrangler (Pentastar V6 \/ JK)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces the restrictive factory air box and corrugated intake tract with a smooth, 3-inch aluminum pipe and dry filter to lower intake temperatures and increase volumetric efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Wrangler Airflow Restriction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe factory intake system on the JK Wrangler's 3.6L Pentastar is inherently compromised by NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) dampening requirements. The OEM setup utilizes baffled plastic resonators and a dense paper panel filter encased in a restrictive closed box, creating significant airflow turbulence and pressure drop before the throttle body. During prolonged trail use, heavy loads, or low-speed crawling, the sealed plastic housing is highly susceptible to severe heat soak from the exhaust manifolds and radiator. This results in increased intake air temperatures (IATs), timing retard by the ECU, and a noticeable loss of low-end torque when maximum traction is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis upgraded cold air intake system engineers out the factory bottlenecks using a mandrel-bent, 3-inch outer diameter (OD) T-6063 aluminum intake pipe. T-6063 aluminum provides an excellent strength-to-weight ratio and rapid thermal dissipation, effectively combatting under-hood heat soak. The smooth internal bore eliminates the turbulence caused by the factory ribbed hoses, maintaining laminar airflow velocity directly into the intake manifold. The system features a high-flow, washable dry air filter that significantly increases the surface area for filtration without the MAF-fouling risks associated with oiled alternatives. Connected via heavy-duty PVC couplers and secured with worm-gear clamps, this setup ensures a leak-free vacuum seal under severe off-road vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e2012-2016 Jeep Wrangler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e3.6L Pentastar V6 \/ JK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e285 hp \/ 260 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n \n  \u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2012-2016 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6 (Automatic Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e2012-2016 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L V6 (Manual Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Jeep Durability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eBuilt to withstand the harsh vibrations and extreme conditions of off-grid trail use, this intake system delivers the sustained throttle response and stable IATs essential for heavy rock crawling, water fording, and prolonged overlanding operations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244919042296,"sku":"DS-EDFQG7C75","price":124.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/cold-air-intake-for-jeep-wrangler-2012-2016-3-6l-1.webp?v=1776300081","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/cold-air-intake-for-jeep-wrangler-2012-2016-3-6l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}