Performance Air Intake for Acura SLX (1998-1999) 3.5L

Maximize Throttle Response and Mid-Range Torque for your Acura SLX 6VE1

Who It’s For: Designed specifically for 1998–1999 Acura SLX owners running the Isuzu-sourced 6VE1 engine. Whether you are using your rig for overlanding or daily commuting, this is for the driver who feels the factory lag when pulling away from a stop or overtaking on the highway.

The Problem: The 6VE1 engine is a stout, reliable powerplant, but the factory intake system is a nightmare of plastic resonators and corrugated rubber hoses. This setup was designed by Acura and Isuzu to prioritize silence over flow, resulting in massive air turbulence and heat soak. By the time the air reaches the throttle body, it’s turbulent and restricted, which kills your low-end grunt.

The Solution: This Short Ram Air Intake replaces that restrictive factory plumbing with a high-velocity, mandrel-bent aluminum tube. We engineered this system to provide a direct, smooth path to the intake manifold, allowing the 6VE1 to pull air more efficiently. This isn’t just about peak numbers; it’s about fixing the intake geometry to ensure your engine doesn’t have to work as hard to breathe.

Why This is the Ultimate Upgrade

• Optimized Air Velocity: The smooth-walled aluminum construction eliminates the air tumbling caused by factory accordian-style hoses, leading to crisper throttle response.
• High-Flow Filtration: Includes a reusable, high-surface-area performance filter that provides superior protection against dust and debris while significantly increasing CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute) over the paper stock filter.
• Bolt-On Simplicity: This kit is a true 30-minute install. It utilizes factory mounting points, meaning you won’t be drilling into your inner fenders or making permanent modifications to your engine bay.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 1998 Acura SLX 3.5L V6 (All Trims)
• 1999 Acura SLX 3.5L V6 (All Trims)

Interchange Part Numbers:

6VE1-INTAKE-98, SLX-V6-35-AI, 1998-1999-SLX-SRI

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. As specialists who have spent years under the hoods of 90s Japanese SUVs, we know exactly what these engines need to perform. This intake is a proven modification that provides a noticeable difference in how your vehicle drives. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping.