Gearhead Diva 5th Gen Camaro Intake System Install

Cold air intakes can be a great way to boost the performance and intake sound of your vehicle. But not all systems are built the same, and there is a lot of misinformation out there too.

Installing the wrong cold air intake may actually be worse than sticking with a stock unit. That is why it is important to do your research. That is exactly what Gearhead Diva did when she installed one of our cold air intakes into her 5th Gen Camaro.

In this blog, we break down her install of our Chevy Camaro cold air intake kit.

The Camaro Cold Air Intake Install

Rachel De Barros is the Gearhead Diva. She knows plenty about cars and only installs the best quality modifications in her builds. When upgrading her 5th Gen “Stormtrooper” Camaro, she took to the forums to find out which system was best for her vehicle.

She spent a lot of time going through owner stories, anecdotes, and product feedback. She found that only Cold Air Inductions kits produced consistent results across the board. Dyno runs showed an average 15 horsepower increase over stock numbers. These were not manufacturer claims, but real-world results from customers.

The choice was clear. It had to be a Cold Air Inductions Camaro kit.

Why Choose A Cold Air Inductions Product?

At Cold Air Inductions, we do real power testing that delivers real power gains. Every cold air intake kit is built to the highest quality. We use OEM-quality fittings and retain all original sensors.

• Inspection window on certain kits great for checking reusable air filters
• Powder-coated aluminum components to reduce intake temperatures
• Perfectly insulated air boxes to maximize cold airflow
• OEM-spec fasteners and connectors
• OEM sensors remain stock

The Video Review

Before Rachel explored the benefits of the Camaro cold air intake kit, she pointed out that original stock intakes are specifically designed to work with other stock components. While some generic aftermarket solutions can actually hurt performance, Cold Air Inductions Camaro intake kits are designed to improve it.

This is because Cold Air Inductions intake kits are engineered specifically for individual year, make, and model vehicles. They are thoroughly tested to deliver improvements over stock parts by:

• Reducing airflow restrictions
• Keeping engine heat out
• Increasing the amount of cold air entering the engine

Rachel also mentions that the intake has a smooth airflow pipe, which gives the MAF sensor a cleaner reading and delivers more consistent and reliable power gains. The large diameter air pipe is thermal coated to help keep intake air temperatures lower.

The Power Is In The Detail

A visually flashy intake kit may look great, but it is real engineering that delivers results. Rachel reviewed the design details that set these systems apart from the rest:

• High-quality 8-layer cotton fiber air filter
• Perfect fit air box
• Plexiglass inspection window
• OEM-spec tubing for the crankcase breather tube

For starters, the air box is a very tight fit, preventing hot under-hood air from being sucked into the system. The 8-layer oiled cotton fiber air filter is also superior to many competitor options. It is completely reusable, and the Plexiglass inspection lid fits perfectly.

Designed with convenient push pins, it allows for quick air filter inspection. This is a feature included on the top Carbon Elite Series kits.

Another unique component in this Camaro kit is the extra tubing provided for the crankcase breather tube. It even comes with heat shrink for a clean OEM-style fit and finish. Rachel also reused the original screws and nuts.

It only takes around 15 to 20 minutes to install one of these cold air intakes. That is a small investment of time for improved power, sound, and fuel economy.

Give Your Camaro The Best Intake On The Market

Our Elite Series systems are the perfect upgrade from an OEM setup. The Carbon Elite Series system Rachel chose for her Camaro is our highest-performance cold air intake and includes the signature plexiglass inspection window.

Both systems use stock sensors and connectors, so no vehicle tuning is required. Cold Air Inductions has been a leading manufacturer of sealed air box intake systems since 2004. We stand behind our products with a lifetime warranty.