Let me know what you think of this idea for your Toyota Tundra! Just trying to save you guys some money! Thanks for watching. #toyotatundra #toyota #tundra Like/Comment/Subscribe Twitter/Instagram @TundraDude34
Truth! I was going to by a TRD CAI then I did some research. A SR5 already has a stock CAI. In fact it is a true CAI. Where most after market CAI seal a box in the engine compartment. Toyota’s filter housing draws air from the fender compartment. I purchased the air flow accelerator from my local Toyota dealer and a K&N air filter. It is easy to install, but removing the filter housing is a must. Make sure and save the seal from the paper filter. Push the fluted end all the way into the fender. The ridge that is right of the fluted end has to be pushed in or it will not seal properly. Total cost $62.
Thanks I just did this to my 2016 scion tc after watching this video and then researched and found a forum on the tc as well about the same thing . Bought the trd flow accelerator and bought the trd air box for the looks. I already had the aem performance filter. And man it worked. I can feel the difference in performance and sounds great and spent around 130 bucks instead of 400. Thank you man!
Love the honesty. I did notice they were pretty much the same part. Stock vs TRD with the biggest difference being the air filter. I switched to a k&n air filter as I did in all my cars in the past and have great results. I just save the paper filter and toss it in when I clean the k&n until it’s ready to go.
I installed the air flow accelerator today with k&n filter. Definitely better throttle response but not difference with sound. With shipping only spent 16 bucks so can't complain.
Im going to try this mod. The stock air box and the plumbing actually have a built in oil catch can. I like the fact that this mod lets me keep it. Thanks
Again, great video! I bought just the filter and air flow and it works perfectly fine with my 2014 SR Tundra! Better fuel mileage as well. I'm getting 10-20 miles more each tank. A little more power/horsepower too. Highly recommend to save money
A K&N inside the stock air box is best option. There’s a group that tests odd things on a chassis dyno, they found that K&N or similar filter inside stock air box produces most hp and it’s really only a minimal gain,
yeah, it is something to think about, but I do like the "TRD" look! I still can't believe how much difference the swaybar changed the handling of my Crewmax!
I know this is from 11 months ago but does the sway bar negatively affect the off road manners? I've heard that it does. While it is good for on road the off road driving can cause problems like debris getting stuck and some suspension travel issues. That is only what I've read aka anecdotal.
+trainNGain TT if you do extensive off roading, i would avoid the sway bar. It interferes with rear articulation, and yes, i could see a rock getting stuck in there or wcs ripping it off
I just bought the K&N filter for my stock air box. Blew compressed air through a brand stock air filter and the brand new K&N and could feel the big difference in the less restricted airflow.
Understand that your "less restricted airflow" means less filtration as well. Engine oil silica levels are always higher when running these oiled filter media. That's backed up by thousands of miles of Blackstone Labs oil analyses. Further, simply bolting on an intake with a different flow design or a filter with a different media doesn't do SQUAT to change horsepower, gas mileage, throttle response or anything else. Period. Air STILL has to flow through the throttle body, through the intake runners, through the cylinders, through the exhaust manifolds/headers, through the catalytic converters, through the muffler, and through the rest of the exhaust piping. You can attach a garden hose to a fire hose but it isn't going to increase the flow through the garden hose. Further, the Toyota ECU's A/F mixture and timing maps are going to control air flow. It reads data from its suite of sensors and adjusts back to programmed equilibrium. You simply can't cheat the ECU with bolt on components. These "cold air intakes" are just a way to separate you from your money. Advice? Put it aside for gas. Don't believe me? Go here, do a search for "cold air intakes", and start reading real world results: www.tundrasolutions.com/
Hey Tundra Dude, Wes here again. I want to say thanks for this video. I really wanted to put a cold air intake on, but just couldn't justify paying $400 for the Whole TRD set up. Thats the way I am, I think it comes from growing up on a dairy farm, when we always looked for the cheapest way to do things. Thays why I wont buy the TRD dual exhaust set up, I will piece it together my way lol. So yes I ordered the $15 air intake accelerator and the $65 air filter. I cant wait to hear it with the peddle commander hooked up. The commander will get it to really talking. Thanks
Best way to find out if this theory is correct is dyno the truck with trd cold air intake and with out. Then try the k & n filter with the stock air box amd the accelerator.
I did this upgrade to my 2013 Sequoia, cost me a total of about 62 dollars. The TRD intake system costs best I've seen is about 375 dollars. and yes the air flow accelerator does not fit exactly the same, though there is a good seal on my car. As long as the tabs connect I believe this works fine as far as more power, I don't really know! Great Tip, thanks!
I’ve had several cold air intakes on different vehicles, I don’t see any notable difference, there is the sound, but the overall gain is minimal at best, would suggest spending hard earned money on other items that have more effect on mpg, horsepower, or positive functionality jmo
Another trick is to cut out the fabric filter media from the upper air box assembly, also...both resonators can be removed, cork the openings with just about anything, including spray paint can tops. You will need to reattach the fuel rail vacuum line, fittings found at Home Depot.
I’m a little late to the tundra game but I have a 2021 TRD pro. The very last year in that old school body style with the 5.7 V8❤❤❤ I think I’ll spend the money and get the whole TRD intake system. Plus it’s getting hard to find since the newer model came out .
I have a 2019 TRD sport crewmax ended up putting the accelerator and the trd air box cost was about 110.00 then ended up putting the AFE super stock tube along with it. It sounds great with the TRD exhaust and no annoying whistle.
@ C Parkerz: I've got a 2019 Tundra with the TRD package, could you provide the part numbers for the air flow accelerator, box, etc. My local Toyota parts department aren't too smart. Thanks man!
@@adjames9474 Part # PTR0300140AA And install was pretty easy but AFE ships a hose for the crankcase thats too short I just picked one up at the local auto parts store. Also be careful when seating top and bottom box those little plastic tabs are easy to break off believe me.
I am in the market for a 2017 Tundra Crew and while doing research I came across your channel and I find it very helpful. This vehicle will be a daily driver (yeah I know a little silly) mostly highway and I am looking for some ideas on how to get by with more gas millage.
+Chad D. Wilson thanks for watching! You can do the little things like road friendly tires, tonneau cover, maybe an intake and exhaust, drive slowly and keep the weight down lol. The 38 gallon tank will keep you out of the gas station a bit more. The best part about the Tundra is that it will last a very long time, which will save u money in the long run 👍🏼 When I do alot of highway driving, i usually hover around 18 mpg
I have a '15 Tundra DC 5.7L. For mileage (and hauling, and towing), I HIGHLY recommend the Michelin Defender LTX M/S LT285/65R18 123 (load E). Excellent road manners, phenomenal in the rain/light snow, best wear characteristics and warranty in the industry. On the higher end of the price range, but if considered on a per-mile basis, the best tires out there.
Hey!!! T.D.34...I took your advice in the video an went the cheaper route, I installed the air flow accelerator and the TRD filter only on my 2020 Tundra TRD Pro And I just love the sound that I hear coming from the inside of the truck an from my TRD mufflers it’s an awesome sound. All though I’m not hear any whizzing so that’s a plus....everything was so easy to install an i’m a happy camper. I would recommend going the cheaper route like Tundradude34 said an save some money!!! 😄 Thanks Tundradude34👍🏾
Thank you for the great videos, tips, and advice. 1st time tundra owner (2013 crewmax tss) and I love it! I'm not mechanically inclined and not ashamed to admit it,lol. could you offer a video on how the easiest way to replace the accelerator is, Please? or, if you know of a video showing this procedure, point me in the right direction. I really appreciate the help man!
thanks I been going back and forth with myself trying to figure out if I should spend the couple hundred bucks I'll do this instead. and my buddy works at toyota so I should get employee pricing 👍👍👍
Tundra dude feel free to post a link to my channel. I made my video from yours as an idea after watching it. I went a little further with the side by side with parts old versus new as I unboxed and installed. Your right only filter is needed. I wouldn't even buy the "air accelerator"
Truth is that CAI barely does anything. You only get a sound benefit with turbocharged cars. Better to save the money for something like a supercharger
When i put sport tune with super(94octane), dc becomes so agressive its scary. lol I can imagine the feel putting blower on 2600kg double cab...its completely different truck. sick ride but uncomfortable for too long compare to regular or mid settings like mine
Tundra dude. I have my Toyota dealer order the TRD square air filter for my 2015 platinum. When they went to install it into the factory black airbox, they said it was too big? The parts guy is going to double check the numbers, but have you heard of anyone else having this issue? Or do I need a new parts guy? Lol
+Cal Bailey i havent heard that issue. If u were to upgrade to a full TRD system, u still use the oem bottom part of the airbox. Maybe bring it somewhere else lol
Can you add a video on how to install the air accelerator on a 2016 Tacoma , also can you show us what the difference is on the inside of the intake , thanks
Id rather buy the entire system. I am curious why the stillen cai won't fit the 07-13 tundras? I mean one little part we could work around or is it a major deal? Id really love to use that cai on my 08 tundra. I use "4.7" from the parts store air pumps and they work just great on my 5.7
i love all of your videos on the air take system for the tundra there all awesome. i have a 2020 TRD PRO so should i just go the cheap route an do the air flow accelerator an the TRD filter or buy the whole kit?
Hey TundraDude, great videos, watched 'em all! I've got a 2016 CM TRD that I've put a TRD intake on recently. I had a pretty bad whistle with mine so I ordered the basket-free throttle body gasket that you did a video on. It seems it has just changed what range the whistle happens, but I still get a whistle, does yours still whistle as well? What else should I look at to get it to stop completely? The bigger question I wanted to ask you though is about how oily the TRD filter comes. I noticed that after driving about 1000mi with the new filter and stock basket gasket, when I went to remove it the basket had a good oil film on it (presumably from the excess air filter oil). I would have to believe that the MAF sensor probably has a good coating of oil on it at this point too. Do you think it would be a reasonable idea to pull the sensor out and spray it down with some cleaner? Also, do you happen to know, is the TRD intake tube a larger diameter than stock? I gave my stock one away and I can't double check now. Thanks for your time if you get a chance to respond, appreciate it!
+10 Gauge hey man, I appreciate you watching all the videos! For my truck, the whistle was completely gone after i changed the gasket. As far as the filter goes, mine was oily, but nothing crazy. If I were you, i would contact TRD and see if they will send you a replacement filter. Maybe the one you got ended up with too much oil somehow. Ive seen weirder things happen lol. I dont have my stock intake tube anymore either but im almost 100% the tube is the same diameter. The top part of the air box is larger then stock for more volume but everything else looks the same. Anyway, let me know how everything goes and thanks again for watching 👍🏼
Just installed the TRD Air Flow Accelerator today (12-24-2020) on my 2020 Tundra Platinum 4x4. Haven’t swapped out the air filter yet, still stock. Now let’s see if there’s any difference. And big thanks for the tip on making sure the TRD part is fully inserted in the fender wall. If you don’t push it in further than it looks like it goes, the air box won’t line up correctly.
You are right. But how do you get your hands on the modular tube that doesn't have the big baffle chambers on the back for faster flow to the throttle body?
Hello TD34 I am new to this mod stuff have had a Tundra for only a year and a half. Not sure I get how to do this from the video although I understand the concept. I see where to place he airflow separator, does the air filter go inside the regular box, so that it looks stock when finished? AS I mentioned I am pretty much of a novice at this. Will this work for the regular Tundra(not TRD)? I have a 2010 4.6 V-8. I appreciate he time and effort that you put into the videos, really informative.
+Jim Miller Hi Jim! Yes sir, you remove the stock air inlet from the fender and add the trd air Accelerator and a TRD air filter. Im not sure if the 4.6 has the same air box as the 5.7. Most likely does though. You can google that or go to Toyota Parts Barn and see what they say. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the quick response. I think it is the same, My son-in-law has a TRD. So the TRD filter fits inside the box, then close the box back up and it looks stock like it did before?
On your recent videos about the supercharger did you have to change air filters again and or a accelerator flow? Just wondering because I have a 2020 TRD pro and I have plans for a supercharger down the road not sure if I should just leave the airtake system alone if it’s going to be altered by the supercharger please let me know and thanks again Mark
do you think the tundra is going to have a diesel engine next year? I am in to diesels and I think the tundra would make a great mix with a diesel motor
+Joshua Mendiola Hey Josh, no definitely not next year. They scrapped the diesel idea back in 08 or 09 i believe. There is always a chance for a diesel tundra one day, but not in the foreseeable future. Thanks for watching
So after I installed the accelerator into the fender well, I noticed that there's a gap with the accelerator being pushed all the way through. Now is it better to leave it as is or put a piece of weather stripping or similar to close the air gap and make it airtight?
Where can I find this TRD Airflow Accelerator? I called the dealer and they don't have it as an independent item. Only within the larger intake system.
hi, my small questions - i didn't get it - if you buy trd pro version - does it comes with accelerator and fancy red filter box(with TRD logo on it) and tubing - or it comes with like a regular (say SR5) - no accelerator, regular black box and tubing? and what's about milage? have you noticed any changes after installing filter or the whole system (i didn't quite get what did you install finally) tnx in advance! like your videos and i'm about to order 2017 white double cab trd pro next weekend)
+Dennis V Hey Dennis, thanks for watching! It comes with the regular black box and tubing, no accelerator. When you buy the TRD system, it comes with the accelerator, bigger upper air box with TRD written on it, TRD oiled air filter and tubing. I really saw mileage gains when on the highway but overall my mpg is up. It makes the engine a bit louder and also helps with throttle response. To avoid a potential whistle, I suggest you change out the honey comb throttle body gasket to the hollow one Toyota offers. You can find the part number for that on my "intake whistle" video.
I just bought 2013 crewmax 5.7 it says trd on bed but looks like i have a stock air filter box. Will what you are suggesting work. Or what other air intake mod can i do thanks for all suggestions
it works well with injectors(15% more flow)catback and bullyD tune. Dyno doesnt lie:) Not blower of coarse,but my tundra runs on regular for towing and has around 440 hp towing gets to see only higher torque not hp because of rev regimes but when i go fishing or green light start i can feel it How double cab picking up Mark knows,he has video
Ok. Is having the modular tube make a difference in the sound. I have done the TRD Pro filter and air accelerator already. Noticed an not better throttle and mileage, but am looking for the growl that normally goes with it.
Mikey Doo! K&N makes a part (57-9036) which is basically just a tube with smoother airflow between the stock airbox and the throttle body. I think if you combine it with the TRD airflow accelerator and filter, you basically have the TRD CAI just without the red aesthetics.
How you doing I have a question I have a 2017 tundra trd pro with the regular black box that already connects to hole in the fender. Is that the same thing as the trd accelerator? If not what's the difference and how do you install? I'm curious to do this with another filter. Sorry just a little confused
+Chris Cahuenas the one that comes on the truck isnt the Accelerator. The accelerator is rubber and the shape of It supposedly draw air more efficiently. To install, u have to remove the air intake. You plan on doing the air Accelerator and performance filter of full intake system upgrade?
TundraDude34 oh ok I see what you are saying now I understand what the piece does. Do you feel like it makes a difference? I was just thinking of putting the accelerator with a performance filter do you know if the Trd cone filter fits in the stock box? Not looking to spend so much on a aftermarket or trd cai if I can basically get the same with just doing those mods. Does it sound a little more aggressive if I do that mod?
+Josh Hoeve it adds some sound and helps with torque. The 07-13 Tundras had a bit of a different system. Check with a Toyota Advisor to see if the TRD Flow Accelerator would work in your 07. I think it will. Thanks for watching!
Can I do that to my 2018 Tundra TRD? Just by swapping those two pieces out? Does the air flow accelerator fit the OEM Air box? Your help will be greatly appreciated!
Do you have any comments about S & B filters just got one for my 2013 tundra have not opened it yet was considering pairing it with an American thunder flowmaster?
