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TRD CAI on my Limited?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by 3GTCMLMTD, May 21, 2022.

  1. May 21, 2022 at 11:56 AM
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    3GTCMLMTD

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  2. May 21, 2022 at 12:13 PM
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    It will. You will get more bang for your buck with a tune than an aftermarket CAI as the Tacoma comes with a CAI from the factory.
     
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  3. May 21, 2022 at 12:18 PM
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    Thanks for the info. I know these are primarily just for the look and sound. I do have the truck tuned and that made a huge difference. That was probably the best money I've ever spent on this truck.
     
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    It’ll work but it won’t do anything.
     
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  5. May 21, 2022 at 12:20 PM
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    Thanks. I've read up on these and know that your only gain from it is primarily the sound it gives you. I'm not expecting any jump in hp or torque.
     
  6. May 21, 2022 at 12:21 PM
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  8. May 21, 2022 at 12:29 PM
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    I have a tune, HPS silicone tube, Green Filter, TRD Intake Accelerator, and the TRD exhaust. It sings at high rpm’s!
     
  9. May 21, 2022 at 12:33 PM
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    That's a nice setup. I bet it does.
    I'm also looking into the TRD exhaust. I'll put it in, I just need to check on which dealer to buy it from because it is a pick up only item and their prices/distance from me vary.
     
  10. May 21, 2022 at 12:49 PM
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    To be fair, the stock CAI is not 100% sealed to the wheel well, so there is a chance some engine bay air could be sucked in. The TRD CAI seals this completely with a rubber "accelerator" part. Does it all make a difference? Probably not. The only other benefit the TRD CAI has is that it comes with a high flow oiled filter. It will allow more air, but also more dust to get into the engine. To each their own.
     
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    That oiled filter is also something I'm now going back and forth on. Thanks for the reminder.
     
  12. May 21, 2022 at 1:23 PM
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    If you really want to change the sound of your taco, install some OME Dakars and then get them real dirty.
     
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  13. May 21, 2022 at 4:15 PM
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    I noticed a slight decrease in induction volume after I installed the intake accelerator.
     
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