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AEM Brute Force Air Intake Dyno Chart for 2009 to 2015 Dodge Challenger 5.7 and 6.1 liter


Pollished Brute Force Air Intake for 2009 to 2015 Dodge Challenger 5.7 and 6.1 liter engines

Many consider the mid to late 1960's the beginning of the muscle car era. In 1964, the Ford Motor Company released its Ford Mustang. The Mustang is still coined the originator of the "Pony Car" class of American automobiles. The Mustang however would not be the only offering in this popular class as General Motors quickly reacted by debuting their Chevrolet Camaro for the 1967 model year. In response to the Mustang and Camaro, the Chrysler Corporation followed suit by introducing the Dodge Challenger. With muscle cars available from each of the Big Three, the rest is history.

Brute Force Air Intake System for 2009 to 2015 Dodge Challenger 5.7 and 6.1 liter V8

In 2009, Chrysler presented a remake of their vintage Dodge Challenger with a retro model. The 2009 to 2015 Dodge Challenger features modern technology wrapped by old-school looks. The revised Challenger was so well received that Dodge continued to offer the vehicle for the 2009 model year. Muscle car enthusiasts weren't the only ones to take notice of the retro Dodge, AEM's air intake system engineers were also eager to get their hands on the new Challenger.

After investing much research and development into the new Challenger, AEM proudly introduces two Brute Force Air Intake Systems for the 2009-2015 Dodge Challenger with the 5.7 and 6.1-liter V8 engines and 2010 Dodge Challenger 6.1L (Part Numbers 21-8223DC and 21-8223DP). The 21-8223DC and 21-8223DP are full cold-air intake systems that incorporate a two-piece design to bring in cool air from a 3.5x7-inch DRYFLOW air filter (Part Number 21-2147DK).

The modern 5.7 and 6.1-liter V8 engines offered by Dodge in their 2009 to 2015 Challengers are outfitted with the latest technology to generate big power. AEM also implements the latest in air intake system technology and engineering with the 21-8223DC and 21-8223DP Brute Force intake systems. As a result, the 2009 to 2015 Dodge Challenger with 6.1-liter engine benefits from a massive maximum gain of 24 horsepower with the Brute Force air intake system installed. This jump in power output brings the Challenger's peak power up from 302 horsepower to 325 horsepower!

The 21-8223DC and 21-8223DP Brute Force air intake systems come with a large oil-free DRYFLOW performance air filter (21-2147DK). The 21-2147DK has a flange inside diameter of 3.5-inches (89mm) and a height of 7-inches (178mm), allowing the delivery of a plentiful amount of airflow to the 5.7 and 6.1-liter V8 engines of the Dodge Challenger. The DRYFLOW air filter media creates a filter that is extremely durable, easily cleaned and delivers excellent filtration.

21-8223DC and 21-8223DP Brute Force air intakes also fit the 2009 Dodge Charger 5.7L and 6.1L and 2010 Dodge Carger 6.1L.

To find all AEM products for your vehicle, use the AEM application search link and the Where to Buy link on AEMIntakes.com to find an AEM dealer near you.

The Dodge Ram is often associated to a lineage of horsepower-inspired engines, which includes the ever-so-popular HEMI engine and of course the Cummins diesel power plant. This family of power-proven engines leaves the 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Ram Truck to uphold a reputation of performance.

Dyno Chart for 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Dodge Ram Air Inatke


Polished Brute Force intake system for the 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Dodge Ram

With the addition of AEM's new Brute Force intake systems (21-8222DC and 21-8222DP), 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Dodge Ram owners with the 5.7-liter V8 engine can benefit from enhanced power gains. According to testing completed by AEM, the 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Dodge Ram 5.7-liter V8 engine realized an eight horsepower increase at 4,700 RPM, bringing the peak horsepower figure up to 300 horsepower.

Brute Force air intake system for the 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Dodge Ram

The new 21-8222DC and 21-8222DP Brute Force air intake systems include a massive powder-coated black heat shield that houses an AEM 4x9-inch DRYFLOW Air Filter. Channeling the airflow from the large DRYFLOW air filter is a high-quality mandrel-bent aluminum inlet tube that is coupled to a durable adapter elbow (included). The piping design is routed to accommodate the Ram's unique upward-facing throttle body and to ensure a cool air source is utilized to deliver airflow to the engine.

The 21-8222DC and 21-8222DP utilize a large oil-free DRYFLOW performance air filter (21-2259DK). The 21-2259DK has a flange inside diameter of 4-inches (101mm), and a height of 9-inches (228mm), allowing the 21-8222DC and 21-8222DP intake systems to deliver a vast amount of airflow to the 5.7-liter V8 engine of the Dodge Ram. The DRYFLOW air filter media creates a lifetime filter that is extremely durable, easily cleaned and delivers excellent filtration properties. This AEM Brute Force air intake can be installed in an hour and a half or less using basic tools.

To find all AEM products for your vehicle, use the AEM application search function and the Where to Buy function on AEMIntakes.com to find an AEM dealer near you.

Remote Mounted Gauge 30-5111 Standard

Vehicles today have an indicator light or gauge dedicated for just about anything. Many late-model vehicles feature readouts for tire pressure, gas mileage, they'll even tell you if you've forgotten to tighten the gas cap! Oddly enough, when it comes to knowing when to service the air filter, one of the most important components of a vehicle, you're left on your own. For many, knowing when to clean your vehicle's air filter can be tricky.

Dash Mounted Filter Minder Gauge 30-5110

Some of the typical questions when it comes to servicing air filters are: How many miles can I go between service intervals? Do I service the air filter when it looks dirty? Does it look dirty? Can my air filter be clogged? In addition to these very valid questions, air filters are not always easily accessible to determine if they should be serviced or not.  In most cold air intake system setups, the front bumper and/or wheel well liner needs to be removed just to simply inspect the air filter.

With AEM's new line of Filter Minder^® gauges, the guesswork has been eliminated when it comes to knowing if it's time to service your air filter. AEM's new Filter Minder gauges are an air filter service indicator. They constantly monitor airflow and the gradual increase of air filter restriction.

Remote Mounted Gauge 30-5121 20" H20

As an air filter becomes dirty it holds much of the dirt and debris that was kept out of your engine. With this additional dirt and debris in the way the air filter gets restricted. The Filter Minder gauge senses this restriction.  Its needle displays the current condition of your air filter. When the air filter is clean and has little restriction, the needle will stay in the green section of the gauge. As the air filter moves through its service interval it will move into the yellow section. Once the Filter Minder needle reaches the red zone it's time to service your filter and reset the Filter Minder gauge.

AEM currently has three Filter Minder gauges available.  The dash mounted Filter Minder gauge (part 30-5110) is designed for mounting inside the cabin of your vehicle. The dash mounted gauge includes all the necessary hardware for mounting. Ten feet of vacuum hose and bezels in silver and black are included so the gauge can be customized to match the interior of your vehicle.

AEM also offers remote mounted Filter Minder gauges for easy mounting in the engine bay of your vehicle. Two remote mounted gauges are available.  The 30-5111 is the standard remote mounted gauge suitable for most applications.  It like part 30-5110 is designed to show a red indication at a pressure of approximately 10 inches of water.  The 30-5121 remote mounted gauge is designed for heavy-duty diesel applications where a pressure drop of less than 20 inches of water is acceptable.  These remote mounted systems come with all necessary hardware, including a support bracket for mounting and 36 inches of vacuum hose.

All AEM Filter Minder gauges are easily installed by tapping into a vacuum source on the lid of the air filter then connecting the vacuum hose to the back of the Filter Minder gauge. Each system comes complete with detailed installation instructions.

Go to www.AEMIntakes.com for information on all AEM filter and induction products for your vehicle.

AEM Air Intake Installed in 2010, 2011 and 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe


Polished Air Intake for 2010, 2011 and 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

Hyundai is making a move with their 2010, 2011 and 2012 Genesis Coupe to compete with other performance cars like the Mustang and the Camaro. The Genesis Coupe sports a 3.8 liter V6 engine with more than 300 horsepower. It is a rear drive sports coupe with a price that demands attention.

Gunmetal Gray Air Intake for 2010, 2011 and 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

AEM has designed a cold air intake for the 2010, 2011 and 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe with 3.8 liter V6 engine to give it even more power. While the engine compartment isn't cramped there isn't a clear short path to cooler outside air under the Genesis coupe's hood. AEM engineers got around this by designing a new washer bottle with an indention giving the intake tube the clearance needed. The re-designed washer bottle is included with the air intake. That's a design we call "Engineered to Outperform".

This AEM cold air intake for the 2010, 2011 and 2012 Hyundai Genesis coupe with 3.8 liter engine is available in a gunmetal gray finish (part 21-688C) and a polished finish (part 21-688P). The smooth mandrel-bent aluminum air intake tubes and large AEM DryFlow air filter in these intakes replace the restrictive factory equipment allowing more power to the wheels. AEM dynamometer test results show a 13 horsepower gain at 5800 RPM's.

AEM Intake Systems are designed to produce horsepower and torque gains as well as better engine sound when used as a replacement for the factory airbox and air filter. AEM DryFlow air filters can be washed and used over and over again. They are made in the USA and come with a limited lifetime warranty as do all AEM air intakes.

Most of the 21-688C and 21-688P installation utilizes common tools, however, the front tire is removed to secure the lower part of the cold air intake. For full installation details review the instruction sheet.

To find all AEM products for your vehicle, use the AEM Application Search on AEMIntakes.com. Use the Where to Buy function to find an AEM dealer near you.

The infamous Honda Civic… this car has been around for as long as most of us can remember. Honda first introduced the Civic as a two-door coupe in the early 70’s and ever since its release the Civic has been one of the best-selling compact cars of all time. Fast-forward almost 40 years and the Civic attracts a variety of drivers. You can see the Civic being driven by anyone from young adults that recognize its sporty side to elderly folks that want a car with good MPGs.

Well, a small displacement engine such as the Civic’s 1.8-liter four cylinder that gets good gas mileage (~29 MPG) often leaves the driver with a desire for more power. In the case of the Civic, there happens to be additional horsepower ready to be unleashed. AEM recognized the car’s need for an air intake system and designed a Cold Air Intake System for the 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 Honda Civic with the 1.8-liter engine. This cold air intake comes in two finishes. Part number 21-686C has a gunmetal finish and part number 21-686P has a polished finish. During the design phases, AEM was able to not only design a more efficient air intake system that looks and sounds great, the design also added significant horsepower to the 1.8-liter powerplant.


This AEM Cold Air Intake System completely replaces the restrictive factory intake system of the Honda Civic. By replacing the factory airbox and air filter with a mandrel-bent aluminum intake tube that optimizes airflow and filtration more power was gained.  AEM’s dyno tests have recorded a 4 horsepower increase at 3,800 RPM on the 2006-2011 Honda Civic 1.8L. This increase in horsepower brings the stock baseline power of 98 wheel horsepower up to 102 wheel horsepower with the AEM  Cold Air Intake System installed.

The 21-686C and 21-686C intakes route an AEM Dryflow 21-201DK air filter in the wheel well where the air filter can draw cool air safely. The 21-201DK air filter features a flange inside diameter of 2.5-inches (64mm) and an overall height of 5.125-inches (130mm). The oil-free DRYFLOW technology is extremely durable and easy to clean.

To find all AEM products for your vehicle, use the AEM application search on AEMintakes.com then use the where to buy search to find an AEM dealer near you.