3.3TT Agency Power Intake Initial Review and Install Video

[xot1]

I'd say.

- Fitment is actually great after cutting about 2 inches off of one hose and correct installation. (My experience)
- It took .2 off of my 0-60 so it's definitely worth some power, but I think all of the current intakes are pretty damn close.
- Dry filters are good imo, but that's kind of opinion based.
- It being plastic is good because it stays cool even when the engine is really hot. It obviously does. It is ALWAYS cool to the touch even after alot of hard runs.

Price point is pretty good for what you get.

I'd say it's popular because it's a good option for the price.

My IATs are actually really good with these intakes. They definitely work to keep some amount of air coming through the stock snorkels. That is only improved upon with something like velossatech snorkels.

The design is such that you get to keep alot of the goods from the stock intake and take away the restriction when necessary. You also get to keep the stock idea of plastic non heat soaking materials.

It looks really good, especially if you like blue.

The sound is basically a bov. With radio off I can tell as soon as I have even 1 psi of boost, and I can tell when my throttle is closing on shifts because it's audible.

Thank you for your detailed answer!
Cutting 2 inches from one hose is something I wish I didnt have to do.. is it a standard procedure on intakes?

 

[SteveCo]

Cutting 2 inches from one hose is something I wish I didnt have to do.. is it a standard procedure on intakes?

No. The Injen intakes I installed went in without any issues, no modifications required.

 

[Blitz]

Thank you for your detailed answer!
Cutting 2 inches from one hose is something I wish I didnt have to do.. is it a standard procedure on intakes?

I wouldn't say it's standard. Not a huge deal, but definitely a con in my opinion.

In saying that, you can reinstall the stock intakes with the shorter hose no problem. I have done it.

 

[Roarbomb]

Ok. New issue/concern.

Drove through rain today.

I know this isn’t a true sealed system.

Not too worried about water in the air getting past the filter.

HOWEVER. There was a friggin pool of it at the bottom of the shroud hosing below the filter.

No drain hole? Really?

It wasn’t a trivial amount of water.

Thoughts?

Why didn’t they drill a hole?

Would you recommend holding off on car washes?

 

[nhcowboy28]

Would you recommend holding off on car washes?

Not sure. Would probably accentuate the issue.

I put down some foam weatherstripping in an attempt to funnel water away under the hood.

It’s gonna rain today, so let me try it out driving first, then this weekend I’ll go through a touchless powerwash and check after.

The easier solution is still probably to drill a drain hole at the bottom.

But I’ll report back.

 

[GTA Jay]

Was really interested in these intakes, but seems there is a number of minor issues with them. Maybe I’ll go with the Injens which I’ve heard nothing negative about, unless someone can convince me otherwise.

 

[Kamauxx]

Thank you, that was fast

We've seen no proof that one performs better than another. Best bet? Get the best looking intake that fits your budget.

 

[Angel]

Would you recommend holding off on car washes?

Lol hahaha get a dawn car wash .... dude if the intake is preventing you from getting a car wash then you need to return those intakes lol .... what exactly is the issue ?

 

[nhcowboy28]

Lol hahaha get a dawn car wash .... dude if the intake is preventing you from getting a car wash then you need to return those intakes lol .... what exactly is the issue ?

He’s responding to mine that have pools of water in the bottom of the shroud following heavy rain. I have no doubt a car wash would result in the same situation.

As stated, I’m going to try something today in the rain to see if it resolves the issue... then drive through a car wash.

Worst case, I drill drain holes. Not a huge deal. I think I even see indentations where I suspect they should have been predrilled.

Angel, can you look at yours for any oredrilled holes in the bottom of the shroud?

 

[Angel]

He’s responding to mine that have pools of water in the bottom of the shroud following heavy rain. I have no doubt a car wash would result in the same situation.

As stated, I’m going to try something today in the rain to see if it resolves the issue... then drive through a car wash.

Worst case, I drill drain holes. Not a huge deal. I think I even see indentations where I suspect they should have been predrilled.

Angel, can you look at yours for any oredrilled holes in the bottom of the shroud?

Yeah can you post a pic of what you are talking about so I know what I am looking for ? I can look after work ... I need to check i have water on mine ? I have the Velossa big mouth ...

 

[nhcowboy28]

Yeah can you post a pic of what you are talking about so I know what I am looking for ? I can look after work ... I need to check i have water on mine ? I have the Velossa big mouth ...

Ok. You know the AP intakes (what this thread is about...not your big mouth inlets)...

There is a big black plastic shroud surrounded the cone filter (you know, the thing that you had to install grommets in and bolt to the car)....

Towards the bottom (below the cone filter).... after a big rain here, I had visible pools of standing water that presumably tricked down from the side of the hood due to driving rain.

Here is the pic I posted from before.



See the shiney/reflection just left of dead center of the pic?

That my friend is a pools of water.

On both intakes.

Once I dried with a towel, I see what I think is a dimple for drilling a drain hole.

Curious if anyone’s is predrilled.

And no, my hood is flush after removing the steel sleeves from the grommets (which was completed prior to driving in a massive rainstorm).

I don’t think this is a huge deal. I will probably drill a hole. Just want to know if others had the hole predrilled.

Thanks.

 

[Kamauxx]

Ok. You know the AP intakes (what this thread is about...not your big mouth inlets)...

There is a big black plastic shroud surrounded the cone filter (you know, the thing that you had to install grommets in and bolt to the car)....

Towards the bottom (below the cone filter).... after a big rain here, I had visible pools of standing water that presumably tricked down from the side of the hood due to driving rain.

Here is the pic I posted from before.

View attachment 18727

See the shiney/reflection just left of dead center of the pic?

That my friend is a pools of water.

On both intakes.

Once I dried with a towel, I see what I think is a dimple for drilling a drain hole.

Curious if anyone’s is predrilled.

And no, my hood is flush after removing the steel sleeves from the grommets (which was completed prior to driving in a massive rainstorm).

I don’t think this is a huge deal. I will probably drill a hole. Just want to know if others had the hole predrilled.

Thanks.

Not laughing at your issue, just the way you broke it down Barney style.

Regarding making a hole, have you considered using a dremmel to make a skinny rectangle slot instead of a hole? Seems like it would be a more efficient drain and still not run the risk of introducing much heat into the equation.

 

[Angel]

Ok. You know the AP intakes (what this thread is about...not your big mouth inlets)...

There is a big black plastic shroud surrounded the cone filter (you know, the thing that you had to install grommets in and bolt to the car)....

Towards the bottom (below the cone filter).... after a big rain here, I had visible pools of standing water that presumably tricked down from the side of the hood due to driving rain.

Here is the pic I posted from before.

View attachment 18727

See the shiney/reflection just left of dead center of the pic?

That my friend is a pools of water.

On both intakes.

Once I dried with a towel, I see what I think is a dimple for drilling a drain hole.

Curious if anyone’s is predrilled.

And no, my hood is flush after removing the steel sleeves from the grommets (which was completed prior to driving in a massive rainstorm).

I don’t think this is a huge deal. I will probably drill a hole. Just want to know if others had the hole predrilled.

Thanks.

I got you sorry I was a bit confused on what you were asking me to look for ... thank you for the explanation.... once I get home from work I will look and let you know ASAP.... we currently have a snowstorm but this weekend I will go to a car wash and see if I notice any water ... I personally have not opened my hood in a while or payed attention to that .... I will be keeping and eye on it and will see if there is a drain hole on mine ... thanks ...I am happy to see this thread I started has actually helped people .....

 

[nhcowboy28]

I got you sorry I was a bit confused on what you were asking me to look for ... thank you for the explanation.... once I get home from work I will look and let you know ASAP.... we currently have a snowstorm but this weekend I will go to a car wash and see if I notice any water ... I personally have not opened my hood in a while or payed attention to that .... I will be keeping and eye on it and will see if there is a drain hole on mine ... thanks ...I am happy to see this thread I started has actually helped people .....

No worries mate.

And don’t get me wrong... your videos and tutorials absolutely helped to tackle this and taking the front end off the car (for splitter install)

You’ve done great work.

 

[Angel]

No worries mate.

And don’t get me wrong... your videos and tutorials absolutely helped to tackle this and taking the front end off the car (for splitter install)

You’ve done great work.

That’s my goal sir .... I know I don’t have a high quality camera because I use my phone and the videos could be a lot better but it’s hard because I don’t have anyone to help me I do my own work .... but I do this to help people do it themselves and save money and time ...I don’t do this for views or money lol .... but glad it helped .... I will be installing primary downpipes this summer and that should be fun .... for sure I will check after work because I am curious myself about the water issue you are having ....

 

[robz32]

Yes, the hood does let some water inside on the drivers side and some on the passenger side. Be it rain or when washing the car. How do I know this? Because the top covers on my JT intakes have water spots. Keep in mind this is not an issue with aftermarket intake, this is an issue even with the factory boxes. Take a look after washing your car or after driving it in the rain.

 

[DiabloStinger]

I agree that a little slotted hole would work

 

[Roarbomb]

I agree that a little slotted hole would work

Love having to modify a modification

 

[nhcowboy28]

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Yes, the hood does let some water inside on the drivers side and some on the passenger side. Be it rain or when washing the car. How do I know this? Because the top covers on my JT intakes have water spots. Keep in mind this is not an issue with aftermarket intake, this is an issue even with the factory boxes. Take a look after washing your car or after driving it in the rain.

HI Rob,
I not concerned about the. Small amount of water hitting the filter.

I’m concerned about the lake pooling up on the AP intake shroud under the air filter. Not a trivial amount. That’s where this thread is focused on right now.

Of course the JT intakes don’t have this issue... they don’t have a mounded cup shape at the bottom where water can collect. And are sealed on top (as is the factory intake).

So yes, it is only an issue with aftermarket intakes THAT DON’T HAVE A COVER/SEAL ON TOP.

Again, end it the world... no. But I don’t like a pool of water that close to the air intake. I guess I’m being an idiot and should just not worry.

 

[SteveCo]

I don't have one to look at, but is the design such that if water continues to collect in that housing (say during an intense or extended rain event) it will reach the level of the filter media, and saturate the filter through capillary 'wicking'?