S&B Intake - 5th Gen via Burtman

[Jason B]

Wanted to report back after one month of having my S&B CAI installed. Gas mileage is up about 1.3-1.5 MPG from about 50/50 city-highway driving. Definitely a nice howl at higher RPMs. Coupled with my TRD exhaust, I'm really enjoying the sound. Not much noticeable difference in power.

Thanks for the Feedback! If anyone has been on the fence for one of of these, now's the time to grab one. Price increases are coming from all manufacturers it seems sooner than later.

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[rageandlove]

Hey Jason

Someone asked a question above I don't think got answered. If you have installed a compressor near the passenger firewall as many of us have like this:

Do we need to worry about fitment issues? I'm not clear if there is a bigger footprint than stock.

Thx!

 

[Jason B]

I don't think that would be an issue. If you have another better picture further away of your compressor and stock post, please post it.

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Here's another of the S&B.

 

[rageandlove]

Here you go.

The ruler is against the firewall just below the top wire loom. So a bit over 11", but there is the factory wire loom after that that comes off the fender and heads down.

 

[Jason B]

Here you go.

The ruler is against the firewall just below the top wire loom. So a bit over 11", but there is the factory wire loom after that that comes off the fender and heads down.

[MENTION=202061]rageandlove[/MENTION] Call/text me at 717-319-2100 Thank you! Will try to figure this out. If I can't, maybe we work something out and have you test fit.

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[Jason B]

Here you go.

The ruler is against the firewall just below the top wire loom. So a bit over 11", but there is the factory wire loom after that that comes off the fender and heads down.

[MENTION=202061]rageandlove[/MENTION] Call/text me at 717-319-2100 Thank you! Will try to figure this out. If I can't, maybe we work something out and have you test fit.

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[USStrongman]

The simple answer is that the horsepower and torque gains will depend on your vehicle and your particular driving conditions. Improving the airflow to your engine has been shown to increase horsepower.

Not to be a douche, but what does doing dyno runs (3rd party, controlled environment, etc) with OEM vs this system have to do with others claims? The variable is that essentially NO ONE posts dyno sheets because the numbers are not high enough to justify the typical $100 per hp upgrade that is the reality for so many others.

If this is better, proof is in the dyno sheets. Air flow increases are terrific and CAN produce more power, but not if the vehicle in question can utilize that additional volume via OEM variable or custom mapping.

FWIW, its a great looking unit and well engineered system.

 

[rdruss]

I would say unless you are drag or road racing your 4Runner often that this intake won't do anything for performance and I find the 1-1.5 mpg increase hard to believe too.

 

[CementTruck]

Has this been CARB approved yet? Last I checked it was undergoing approval, but I haven't heard anything since. Thanks in advance.

 

[LazyRunner]

I bought this a few weeks ago and installation was very easy. While I don’t think it increased HP, low end response seems better, the sound is great. Also looks pretty sick, that’s worth something right?

Also, my thinking is yes the trucks do come from factory with cold air intake, but Toyota is building something for soccer moms so they put baffles in stock intake to reduce noise , that can’t be helping airflow.

 

[mserf3]

Just ordered. Will come back once installed and review.

 

[Jason B]

Just ordered. Will come back once installed and review.

Thanks. [MENTION=695922]mserf3[/MENTION] Did you get it in yet?

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^^In stock again finally!

 

[CementTruck]

Has this been CARB approved yet? Last I checked it was undergoing approval, but I haven't heard anything since. Thanks in advance.

Following up on this, JasonB. Is there an ETA on when this will happen? Will it happen?

 

[Jason B]

I've asked multiple times and unfortunately no one can control CARBs timing. It will likely be a long time before this intake is carb exempt. Sorry I don't have better news. But some good news is, once a new car is inspected in CA, you can go years without needing it done again, so if you're in CA, but that time, it probably will be done.

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[Jason B]

What's up everybody. Got my S&B in on Wednesday and drive around for a day and a half. Can't tell yet on mpg, but there is definitely improvement in the throttle response that I'm pretty excited about.

That's a nice bump in mileage! With gas prices, anything that helps is a plus.

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Picked up and installed my S&B intake from Jason back in June. Installation was extremely easy. I did have to bore out one of the holes in the bottom of the air box to make it fit, but we're talking a millimeter or two.
As others have mentioned, about a 1 mpg increase in mpg. No significant power gains (as expected) but definitely a smoother power band.
Looks and sounds great!
Excited to eventually add the Gibson Exhaust and Sprint Booster from Burtman Industries.
Thanks Jason!

After looking at the three "true" aftermarket cold air intakes, I decided to go with the S&B CAI. Price was the driving factor. It looking the best is a nice bonus.

Had a quick call with [MENTION=9]Jason B[/MENTION]. Helped me get it ordered asap. I plan on consulting him on any of my other auto part needs. He's the man! Hope it arrives before 9/2. Otherwise it might be a few days before I have the chance to install it again.

Side note: Knowing that everyone who has an aftermarket CAI for our vehicle has reported better gas mileage,I decided to do some maths.

If your mpg increases by 1, price of gas stays at $2.50 and you use a tank a week, then it would take 3 years to pay off an S&B CAI! After that you start to SAVE money! :grouphug:

CP = cost of tank
X% = percent better fuel efficency
CE = Tanks filled per year
W = cost of CAI

W/((X% * CP) * CE) = years till money is made back

That time will be cut in half now since gas price have doubled!

Wanted to report back after one month of having my S&B CAI installed. Gas mileage is up about 1.3-1.5 MPG from about 50/50 city-highway driving. Definitely a nice howl at higher RPMs. Coupled with my TRD exhaust, I'm really enjoying the sound. Not much noticeable difference in power.

Upgraded from stock. After additional observation it looks like 1.2-1.3 MPG is an accurate number.

I quoted some customers posts above that I've sold this intake too. With gas prices they way they've been, all these items below can help out.

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[hockeystl]

Wanted to report back after one month of having my S&B CAI installed. Gas mileage is up about 1.3-1.5 MPG from about 50/50 city-highway driving. Definitely a nice howl at higher RPMs. Coupled with my TRD exhaust, I'm really enjoying the sound. Not much noticeable difference in power.

Follow-up post today after having it installed for around a year. Still quite pleased with the S&B, no issues at all. I think my initial mileage improvement estimate was a bit high, but I'm confident that I'm still getting about 1MPG improvement and that it's now paid for itself. The howl is still present at higher RPMs which I do enjoy.

On another note, I spoke with Jason today about a lift kit and he took his time explaining what kit will fit my 4R best given some potential height clearance issues with my garage. He even conferenced in a friend of his to be sure.

Next purchases will be the lift kit (and 275 Toyo OC III's) and Sprint Booster with the Magnuson SC which I will be getting within the next 60 days.

If you're on the fence for the S&B intake, pull the trigger. You won't regret it. The excellent customer service from Jason is a bonus

 

[Jason B]

Follow-up post today after having it installed for around a year. Still quite pleased with the S&B, no issues at all. I think my initial mileage improvement estimate was a bit high, but I'm confident that I'm still getting about 1MPG improvement and that it's now paid for itself. The howl is still present at higher RPMs which I do enjoy.

On another note, I spoke with Jason today about a lift kit and he took his time explaining what kit will fit my 4R best given some potential height clearance issues with my garage. He even conferenced in a friend of his to be sure.

Next purchases will be the lift kit (and 275 Toyo OC III's) and Sprint Booster with the Magnuson SC which I will be getting within the next 60 days.

If you're on the fence for the S&B intake, pull the trigger. You won't regret it. The excellent customer service from Jason is a bonus

I appreciate the feedback! Glad to help ya out.

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[PhaseOne]

S&b cai

I am new to the forum! Thank you for the invite! I wanted to take a second and let everyone know that I have been lurking on this subject and pulled the trigger today. I ordered the S&B from Jason this afternoon. As soon as I get it installed I will report back. I already have the Peddle Commander installed and have a cat back (tanabe) on its way. We will see how all this goes...

 

[Jason B]

I am new to the forum! Thank you for the invite! I wanted to take a second and let everyone know that I have been lurking on this subject and pulled the trigger today. I ordered the S&B from Jason this afternoon. As soon as I get it installed I will report back. I already have the Peddle Commander installed and have a cat back (tanabe) on its way. We will see how all this goes...��

Thanks for the post! I can't always get in here to see these posts.

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Something else NEW is the pre-filter option that you can pair with the intake:

The Pre-Filters are factory treated using a proprietary hydrophobic process and are manufactured from the same durable polyester material as the race proven regular style. This unique material contains uniform micron openings that will filter out debris .005 or larger. This pre-filter will prevent splashes of water, mud and sand from saturating your air filter! Order below.

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[sactown]

I've asked multiple times and unfortunately no one can control CARBs timing. It will likely be a long time before this intake is carb exempt. Sorry I don't have better news. But some good news is, once a new car is inspected in CA, you can go years without needing it done again, so if you're in CA, but that time, it probably will be done.

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Anything new to report on this CARB issue?

Also the website won’t show this part when I search by vehicle, does it not fit a 2023 T4?