{"product_id":"performance-air-intake-for-acura-rl-tl-type-s-base-2004-2008-with-3-2l-3-5l-engines-red","title":"Performance Air Intake for Acura RL\/TL\/Type S Base (2004-2008) with 3.2L 3.5L Engines Red","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Velocity Induction for the Acura J-Series: J32A3 \u0026amp; J35A8 V6 Power\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It’s For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for Acura RL and TL owners running the J-series V6 powerplant who are tired of the stock sluggishness and want to hear their VTEC engagement with clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Symptom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory intake on the J32 and J35 engines was designed for executive-level silence, not performance. It utilizes a restrictive resonator box and multi-stage baffles that create significant air turbulence, effectively choking the engine’s throttle response. In a heavy luxury sedan like the RL or TL, this results in a \"lazy\" feeling when trying to merge at highway speeds or pulling away from a dead stop, as the engine struggles to pull air through the convoluted plastic plumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Engineering Fix:\u003c\/strong\u003e This system replaces that restrictive OEM maze with a mandrel-bent T304 aluminum tube. By smoothing out the airflow path and removing the internal baffles, we significantly reduce the air’s drag coefficient. This allows the engine to pull a higher volume of oxygen with less effort, increasing air density in the combustion chamber. The result is a sharper throttle snap, improved volumetric efficiency, and a deep, aggressive induction growl that factory plastic simply cannot produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Mechanics Choose This Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Torque Curve:\u003c\/strong\u003e By streamlining the intake path, this kit helps provide up to 10% gains in horsepower and torque, helping the J-series V6 move these heavy chassis with more urgency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lightweight aluminum piping dissipates heat more effectively than thick factory rubber, while the high-flow cotton filter ensures the engine is breathing the cleanest air possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance Longevity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The included high-flow filter is fully washable and reusable, engineered to last up to 50,000 miles between cleanings under standard driving conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2004-2008 Acura RL, TL, and Type S\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEngine Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eHonda J-Series (J32A3 \/ J35A8)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFactory Ratings\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e~258 HP to 286 HP \/ ~233 lb-ft to 256 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePart Specifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e3.2L, 3.5L, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; OEM Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits the Following Vehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2004 Acura TL Base (3.2L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2005 Acura TL Base (3.2L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2006 Acura TL Base (3.2L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2007 Acura TL Base (3.2L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2008 Acura TL Base (3.2L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2007 Acura TL Type S (3.5L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2008 Acura TL Type S (3.5L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2005 Acura RL Base (3.5L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2006 Acura RL Base (3.5L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2007 Acura RL Base (3.5L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2008 Acura RL Base (3.5L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterchange Reference Data:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 0.9em; color: #666; background-color: #f5f5f5; padding: 10px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 3.2, 3.5, J32A3, J35A8, AC-RL-0508, AC-TL-0408\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Performance Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit is designed for a direct bolt-on installation using basic hand tools in under 60 minutes. We recommend disconnecting the battery during install to allow the ECU to recalibrate for the increased airflow volume. Buy with confidence from experts who know the Acura J-series platform inside and out.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47758422507768,"sku":"DS-INTAKE-TL-RL","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/Acura_tl_red__50385.1632587126.1280.1280.jpg?v=1767728533","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-air-intake-for-acura-rl-tl-type-s-base-2004-2008-with-3-2l-3-5l-engines-red","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}