4.7L V8 Dodge Dakota Air Intake

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From the snorkel to the air box, through the filter, then through the ribbed tubing (for extra turbulence) and then into the resonator box for extra restriction, Chrysler engineers have done it again. They've provided dead silent operation to please the average moron American at the cost of fuel economy and performance. While they had to intentionally do this for marketability, I've taken my time to undo it for POWER at a low price.

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What you will need:

• ABS Cement

• 3" ABS Pipe (Approximately 15")

• 3" 90 degree ABS Street Elbow

• 3" 90 degree ABS Elbow

• 3" to 3" Rubber Coupling w/ Hose Clamps

• K&N Filter (Part # E-1796, For 2000 Chevrolet Full Size Pickups, 5.7L V8 F/I - All models)

  • An optional filter that is smaller can be used. It should be about $20 cheaper.  It has K&N part number RU-1785.

• Saw for Cutting ABS Pipe

• Flathead Screwdriver

• Socket Set (To Remove Stock Intake)

Note: The specialized ABS pieces required for this air intake system can be purchased at Lowes or Home Depot for under $20 (after sales tax if applicable). The K&N filter should cost no more than $65 (after sales tax if applicable) at your local K&N dealer / auto parts store. Total price for this system should NOT exceed $85. This system is extremely reliable. For specific reliability and temperature resistance data to date, please see the RELIABILITY DATA page.

If you do not have the time, energy, or resources to make this modification yourself, then I can build you a system with a K&N "Cannon" filter matching the one shown below. The system will come with installation instructions for $115 plus S&H. You can place an order for your 4.7L Dakota by contacting me. (I will build you a system for $50 plus S&H not including the filter.)

Optional materials for intake other than ABS can be discussed, but the price may change. However, please note that I have run my ABS intake in hot weather and under the MOST EXTREME driving conditions. The piping exterior is still as smooth as the day I installed it.

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Remove the snorkel, stock air box, ribbed tubing, and resonator box. The pathetic stock throttle body should be completely exposed once this is complete. I left my PCV breather open to the air with PCV filter material appropriately jammed into the end of the hose with nails (as needed) holding it in place sideways through the hose.

Now, you need to prepare the ABS components:

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You will need a 10.5" piece of 3" ABS pipe (confirm this measurement for your specific vehicle), and a 4.5" piece of 3" ABS pipe (confirm this measurement for your specific vehicle). You will also need the 90 degree 3" ABS street elbow as well as the 3" 90 degree elbow. DO NOT CEMENT PIECES UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO!

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Connect the 3" to 3" rubber coupling to the throttle body. Insert the appropriate end of the 3" ABS 90 degree street elbow into the exposed end of the 3" to 3" rubber coupling. Then install the 10.5" piece of 3" ABS pipe in the inlet side of the 90 degree street elbow. Then fit the 3" ABS 90 degree elbow to the inlet side of the 10.5" length of 3" ABS pipe. Rotate the inlet side of the 3" ABS 90 degree elbow such that it aligns with the engine bay side of the front passenger wheel well. Then, install the 4.5" length of 3" ABS pipe in the inlet side of the 3" ABS 90 degree elbow. Slide the K&N filter onto the inlet side of the 4.5" length of 3" ABS pipe and adjust the rotation of the 3" ABS 90 degree elbow for the appropriate fit. Using a flathead screwdriver, or equivalent device, engrave alignment marks on the outlet side of the 3" ABS 90 degree elbow and engrave another mark on the 10.5" length of 3" ABS pipe such that the marks can be lined up later for cementing the assembly. While ensuring that the alignment marks currently made are still in alignment, engrave another set of alignment marks on the outlet side of the 10.5" length of 3" ABS pipe and on the inlet side of the 3" ABS 90 degree street elbow.

Then, remove the ABS components from the engine bay. At an appropriate work space, cement the proper end of the 10.5" length of 3" ABS pipe into the inlet end of the 3" ABS 90 degree street elbow such that the alignment marks line up. Wait for the cement to cure. Typical cure time for Oatey ABS cement is 30 seconds. Then, cement the alignment marked end of the 3" ABS 90 degree elbow to the alignment marked end of the 10.5" length of 3" ABS pipe such that the alignment marks line up as expected. Wait for the cement to cure. Then, cement the 4.5" length of 3" ABS pipe into the inlet end of the 3" ABS 90 degree elbow. Wait for the cement to cure.

Final ABS assembly should match the above image.

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Fit the cemented ABS assembly into the 3" to 3" rubber coupling on the throttle as done previously. Securely tighten the hose clamps on the rubber coupling to the throttle body as well as the 3" ABS 90 degree street elbow. Then, install the K&N "Cannon" filter to the inlet end of the 4.5" length of 3" ABS pipe above the engine bay side of the front passenger side wheel well as seen in the photo above. Final installation should now be complete.

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Your air intake system should now look something like the one shown in the above photo. This air intake system should provide more power, improved fuel economy, better throttle response, and a smoother progression to redline. ENJOY!