Rtunes Premium Air Intakes

Choose an intake style or shop by vehicle make to find a system designed for your exact application.

Choose Your Intake Style

Compare our three intake families, then shop the design that fits your vehicle and priorities.

Heat Shield Air Intake
RHI

Heat Shield Air Intake

A vehicle-specific heat shield helps separate the filter from direct engine-bay heat.

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Cold Air Intake
RCI

Cold Air Intake

Longer piping places the filter farther from the engine for remote filter placement.

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Short Ram Air Intake
RSI

Short Ram Air Intake

A compact engine-bay layout designed for simpler installation and stronger induction sound.

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RHI vs. RCI vs. RSI

Compare the layout and intended use of each Rtunes intake family.

Family Design Best for Key consideration
RHI
Heat Shield Air Intake		 Open cone filter walled off from engine heat by a vehicle-specific heat shield Daily drivers, trucks, SUVs and turbo cars that want cooler air without a complex install Mid-range price; 30–60 minute install, but costs more than a short ram for the added shielding
RCI
Cold Air Intake		 Long intake tube relocates the filter away from the engine, typically into the fender well Drivers chasing the coolest possible intake charge and maximum top-end breathing Most involved install of the three; low filter placement means avoiding deep standing water
RSI
Short Ram Air Intake		 Short, direct tube with the filter inside the engine bay Budget builds, tight engine bays, and anyone who wants the loudest intake sound Easiest install and lowest price, but the filter breathes warmer engine-bay air

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Premium Air Intake FAQ

Answers to the most common questions before choosing an intake.

Which intake style should I choose?

Pick RHI if you want a heat-shielded filter in the engine bay with an easy 30–60 minute install — it's the best all-rounder for daily drivers, trucks and SUVs. Choose RCI (cold air) if you want the filter placed far from engine heat for the coolest intake charge. Go RSI (short ram) if you want the simplest install, the lowest price, and the most aggressive intake sound.

What's the difference between a heat shield intake and a cold air intake?

Both replace the restrictive factory airbox. A heat shield intake (RHI) keeps the filter in the engine bay but walls it off from radiant heat with a vehicle-specific shield. A cold air intake (RCI) uses longer piping to relocate the filter entirely — usually to the fender well — where the air is cooler. RHI installs faster; RCI typically draws cooler air.

How do I confirm an intake fits my vehicle?

Match your exact year, make, model, engine size (e.g., 5.3L V8) and trim against the fitment on the product page. If anything's unclear — transmission, sensor type, or a mid-year split like the 2007 Silverado Classic vs. new body style — contact us before ordering and we'll confirm.

Will an intake add horsepower?

An intake reduces restriction versus the stock airbox, which sharpens throttle response and usually frees up a few horsepower — but no honest seller can promise an exact number for every vehicle. Gains depend on your engine, supporting mods, and installation. What every driver notices immediately is the deeper intake sound under acceleration.

Do I need a tune after installing one of these intakes?

No tune is required — every Rtunes premium intake is a direct bolt-on that installs and runs on the factory tune. But if you want to fully utilize the kit and get its full performance potential, a tune is recommended.

Can I run one of these intakes in California?

It depends on the product and vehicle. Check the product page for current CARB EO status or geographic restrictions before ordering — some kits are not legal for sale or use in California and other CARB states.