Glossary / Engine

intake system

7 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

The intake system is like a pipe that brings air into the engine. A better one lets more air in, helping the car go faster.

Technical Definition

The intake system channels air from the atmosphere into the engine’s combustion chambers. A high‑performance intake can reduce restrictions, improve airflow, and unlock more power from the engine.

Hear It Discussed

"[651.0s] meaning that I put one PSI of pressure [653.0s] on the entire intake system and everything else. [655.0s] So the way that you would do this"
Can The 911 GT3 S/C Be A Real GT3? — The Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep 234 The Carmudgeon Show 10:51

"Well, yeah, but if you go messing with an intake system or an exhaust system on a vehicle, sometimes that's too much for the fuel trim to overcome."
Trusted Automotive Advice Personalized for You Too Under The Hood show 40:48

"We did a complete different intake system"
Alwin Springer: ‘Mr Porsche Motorsport’ talks to 9WERKS - Part 2 9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast 09:33