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AEM Brute Force HD Air Intake Filters


AEM Brute Force HD Diesel Air Intake Filters
AEM Induction Systems is proud to release its Brute Force HD air intakes for diesel applications with a massive DRYFLOW air filter element! They engineer their Brute Force HD intakes to deliver maximum flow, filtration and durability for heavy duty applications and they even outperform our BRUTE FORCE intakes for these vehicles in both dust holding capacity and filter flow.

AEM’s reusable DRYFLOW air filter for diesel applications is huge. Compared to the standard 9″ Brute Force Dryflow Filter, the Brute Force HD Dryflow filter features over twice the surface area of filter media and utilizes deep, bull-nosed pleats to improve dust holding capacity and increase intervals between cleanings. The DRYFLOW air filter does not use oil to trap dirt so it takes the guesswork out of servicing your filter.

AEM manufactures its BruteForce HD intakes from mandrel-bent, lightweight aluminum with high-strength dogbone brackets and dual rubber soft mounts for maximum durability, and includes a heat shield (when applicable) with a powder coated black finish, a complete hardware kit and comprehensive photo installation instructions. Brute Force HD intakes are available with a gunmetal powdercoat or mirror-polished finish.

Brute Force HD Diesel Air Intakes

AEM Brute Force HD Diesel Air Intakes
AEM Brute Force HD Diesel Air Intakes

AEM Induction Systems is proud to release its Brute Force HD air intakes for diesel applications with a massive DRYFLOW air filter element! AEM Brute Force HD intakes are available for popular late model Cummins, Duramax and Power Stroke diesel engines. We engineer our Brute Force HD intakes to deliver maximum flow, filtration and durability for heavy duty applications and they even outperform our BRUTE FORCE intakes for these vehicles in both dust holding capacity and filter flow.

AEM’s reusable DRYFLOW air filter for diesel applications is huge. Compared to the standard 9″ Brute Force Dryflow Filter, the Brute Force HD Dryflow filter features over twice the surface area of filter media and utilizes deep, bull-nosed pleats to improve dust holding capacity and increase intervals between cleanings. The DRYFLOW air filter does not use oil to trap dirt so it takes the guesswork out of servicing your filter.

AEM manufactures its BruteForce HD intakes from mandrel-bent, lightweight aluminum with high-strength dogbone brackets and dual rubber soft mounts for maximum durability, and includes a heat shield (when applicable) with a powder coated black finish, a complete hardware kit and comprehensive photo installation instructions. Brute Force HD intakes are available with a gunmetal powdercoat or mirror-polished finish.

Give us a call at 714-848-2170 M-F from 8-5 PST – We will answer your questions regarding the AEM Brute Force HD Diesel Air Intake Filters. Ask about Free Shipping!

Live locally? Feel free to stop by our location and meet us! OC DIESEL, INC. is located at 17242 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Suites A and B. In addition to carrying AEM Brute Force HD Diesel Air Intake Filters, we have a full service shop staffed with knowledgeable technicians who are ready to squash any Diesel Repair issues.

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What is the difference between the three media – Pro5R, ProDryS and ProGuard7 – that aFe offers?

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aFe offers three different types of filter media for most of their filters and  intake systems because everyone has different driving conditions and different driving needs.  There is the Pro5R, ProGuard7 and ProDryS. The differences basically are:

1. Pro5R is 5-layers of progressively finer mesh oiled cotton gauze which offers maximum airflow. This media is ideal for those who drive mostly on paved street and highway who want maximum horsepower.

2. ProGuard7 is 5 layers of progressively finer oiled cotton gauze used in the Pro5R media backed by another 2 layers of finer porosity synthetic non-woven media which offers maximum protection.  This media is ideal for those who do a lot of unpaved, off-road driving in severe dusty and dirty environments where protection is more important than maximum horsepower.  This media is most popular with compression-ignition diesel truck owners.

3. ProDryS is a 2 layer progressively finer porosity synthetic non-woven media, which is oil-free and offers maximum convenience since it does not require re-oiling.  This media is ideal for those who don’t want the hassle of re-oiling a filter.

Give us a call at 714-848-2170 M-F from 8-5 PST – We will answer your questions regarding the aFe Products. Ask about Free Shipping!

Live locally? Feel free to stop by our location and meet us! OC DIESEL, INC. is located at 17242 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Suites A and B. In addition to carrying aFe Products, we have a full service shop staffed with knowledgeable technicians who are ready to squash any Diesel Repair issues.

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Banks High-Ram Intake Improves Response & MPG

How airflow restrictions waste power
  • Intake Restrictions cause engines to work harder.
  • Exhaust back pressure generates a massive engine heat-load
  • To expel exhaust power is taken from the crankshaft
  • The cooling fans will run more, taking power and making noise
  • Increased friction from hot, degrading lubricants
  • Gasoline-vehicle makers mask poor-airflow problems (eg. detonation) with overly-rich fuel
  • Excess fuel is wasted, worsening mileage and emissions
  • Inadequate airflow chokes engine’s potential
Larger & less restrictive than the puny stock air intake, Banks High-Ram allows a greater flow of oxygen-rich air into the cylinders for instant torque & responsiveness + greater fuel economy.
Cooler, denser air packs real power. That’s an absolute fact. So why would you choke off all that power-packed air at the last second on its way from the intercooler to the intake manifold? That’s exactly what the stock air intake does.
The 3 inch Banks High-Ram changes all that. Designed on the computer using computational fluid dynamics, tested on the flow bench and proved on the dyno, High-Ram is much more than just another pretty air inlet. For even greater airflow with more power and improved throttle response, step-up to the 3 1/2 inch Banks High-Ram system with Boost Tube.

Above: Notice how cramped and angular the factory inlet is
compared to Banks’ larger, streamlined cast-metal High-Ram

Give us a call at 714-848-2170 M-F from 8-5 PST – We will answer your questions regarding the Banks High-Ram. Ask about Free Shipping!

Live locally? Feel free to stop by our location and meet us! OC DIESEL, INC. is located at 17242 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Suites A and B. In addition to carrying Banks High-Ram, we have a full service shop staffed with knowledgeable technicians who are ready to squash any Diesel Repair issues.

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How Often Should I Clean and Service My S&B Filter?

S&B LogoThe capacity of an air filter is directly related to how often you must service your filter. Capacity is defined as the total amount of contaminants/dirt particles that the filter will hold before reaching its termination point. The termination point is a predefined restriction number that is used as the cut-off point when measuring how much dirt a filter will hold. For typical passenger cars and light-duty trucks, 10” H2O is used at the termination point.

In OE applications, a new filter must be purchased every time the filter reaches maximum capacity. Not only is this costly, but it also creates unnecessary environmental waste. When an S&B intake kit or performance air filter is installed, you simply clean and re-oil the air filter per S&B’s specifications. Keep in mind that the conditions that the vehicle is operated under will determine how quickly it will take a specific filter to reach its capacity. With this being said, you can compare the ISO 5011 test results to find the difference in capacities for the OE air filter and the S&B air filter on the Orange County Diesel website just look up the part and click on the “extended information” tab.

The spreadsheet below is the Service Factor for each filter, this compares how the frequency of Servicing the Filter is affected. For example, if the S&B filter capacity is half that of the OE filter, the Service Factor is twice that of the OE filter. Simply put, you will have to clean the S&B filter in half the time you would normally take for an OE filter to load.


It is extremely important to clean and oil your filter correctly. Instructions, oil amounts and other pertinent information regarding S&B filters can be seen on the Orange County Diesel website in the description of each filter or intake and can also be found in the manual for the product under the “extended information” tab.

Give us a call at 714-848-2170 M-F from 8-5 PST – We will answer your questions regarding  S&B filters. Ask about Free Shipping!

Live locally? Feel free to stop by our location and meet us! OC DIESEL, INC. is located at 17242 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Suites A and B. In addition to carrying S&B filters, we have a full service shop staffed with knowledgeable technicians who are ready to squash any Diesel Repair issues.

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S&B Performance Intake Kit? How much horsepower will I see? Will it increase fuel economy?

S&B LogoHorsepower can be increased by increasing airflow to the vehicle’s engine. Typically, the OE stock air box and induction tube significantly restrict the airflow. S&B design’s its intake kits to increase the amount of horsepower by 5-10% by allowing the engine to breathe easier.

S&B does not publish horsepower results specific to each part because the majority of our competition makes outrageous horsepower claims that are unsupported and often are accompanied by the disclaimer “Up To, As Much As, or Results May Vary.” There is no standard for dyno testing, it is difficult to hold our competition accountable for their inflated claims. S&B utilizes its 1/2 million dollar, climate controlled lab to test its intake kits and filters to the same standard (ISO 5011 Test Standard) used by the OE manufacturers, so there is substance behind S&B’s test results.

S&B publishes 2 critical results: airflow & efficiency

1. Airflow Rating: This rating shows how much the filter/intake improves the airflow vs. stock. Improving the airflow results in more power and better fuel economy.

2. Efficiency Rating: Protecting your engine while dramatically improving the airflow is S&B’s competitive advantage which is why we post the efficiency numbers along with the airflow rating. The efficiency rating shows how much dirt our filters will stop. Our minimum goal for efficiency is 99.0%.

Question:
Will an S&B cold air intake kit provide me with an improvement in fuel economy?

Answer:
The simple answer is yes. By lowering the restriction level vs. stock, the S&B intake allows the engine to work more efficiently which will improve fuel economy.

According to the Department of Energy, a dirty air filter will have an adverse affect on fuel economy. Fueleconomy.gov states that replacing a clogged air filter can improve your car’s gas mileage by as much as 10 percent.  The reason a clean filter improves fuel economy is because it is less restrictive than a dirty filter, so the engine works less to consume the air it needs. This S&B intake kit is substantially less restrictive than the OE induction system with a clean filter installed thus allowing the engine to breather even easier which results in better fuel economy. S&B does not make a specific claim with regards to fuel economy because there are too many factors that can affect your miles per gallon.

Give us a call at 714-848-2170 M-F from 8-5 PST – We will answer your questions regarding the S&B cold air intake kit. Ask about Free Shipping!

Live locally? Feel free to stop by our location and meet us! OC DIESEL, INC. is located at 17242 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Suites A and B. In addition to carrying S&B cold air intake kit, we have a full service shop staffed with knowledgeable technicians who are ready to squash any Diesel Repair issues.

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S&B Cast Aluminum Intake Elbows – Big Airflow over Stock

S&B LogoWhy use cast aluminum?
S&B chose to manufacture their Intake Elbows out of cast aluminum because you need a part that delivers extreme performance without the risk of it bursting in the field. While we too liked the idea of using a composite material to make our elbows, trust us, it’s not worth the risk.

Features a larger plenum for increased airflow, and smooth radius turns to reduce turbulence and intake pressure losses.  S&B’s unique design positions the fasteners outside of the manifold (instead of through it) to reduce airflow restriction, and 5 convenient ports for the Dodge Cummins Intake Elbow and 3 for the Ford Powerstroke Intake Elbow make it easy to monitor boost and/or inject nitrous oxide or another power adder.

Intake Elbow Picture

Give us a call at 714-848-2170 M-F from 8-5 PST – We will answer your questions regarding the S&B Cast Aluminum Intake Elbows. Ask about Free Shipping!

Live locally? Feel free to stop by our location and meet us! OC DIESEL, INC. is located at 17242 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Suites A and B. In addition to carrying S&B Cast Aluminum Intake Elbows, we have a full service shop staffed with knowledgeable technicians who are ready to squash any Diesel Repair issues.

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OCDiesel has an inexpensive and simple approach to better airflow.

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Over 30 years ago S&B Filters started with a simple mission to become a manufacturer of the most technicallyimage of filters advanced high performance filter on the market. Their commitment to the race community allowed them to develop products that featured the incredibly high efficiency ratings and tremendously low air flow restriction.

They busted knuckles with the best engine builders of the day to deliver a product that supplied what they were craving a filter that delivered performance advantages without sacrificing engine protection. They succeeded by keeping their production capabilities on the front-edge of technology, and never, ever wavering from their goal of producing a high performance air filter that tests better than any other manufacturer. And even today they are pushing the other manufacturers to test to their standards.

Exceptional Design

Exceptional design, leading-edge manufacturing and a commitment to thorough research and development has allowed them to make several advancements within the high performance category. Here are a few examples of their latest technological advancements with filters:

  • S&B Filters are designed and tested to meet the ISO 5011 Air Filtration Test Standard, the worldwide accepted benchmark for measuring the performance of air filters.
  • S&B Filters tests its product to a higher standard in order to develop filters that improve airflow, protect the engine and permit more horsepower.
  • With the consumer clearly in mind, S&B Filters has developed the Precision Cleaning & Oiling Kit, which enables for the proper cleaning and oiling of S&B filters, thus ensuring a longer filter life and improving performance for the vehicle.

Give us a call at 714-848-2170 M-F from 8-5 PST – We will answer your questions regarding the S&B Filters. Ask about Free Shipping!

Live locally? Feel free to stop by our location and meet us! OC DIESEL, INC. is located at 17242 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Suites A and B. In addition to carrying S&B Filters, we have a full service shop staffed with knowledgeable technicians who are ready to squash any Diesel Repair issues.

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S&B Cast Aluminum Intake Elbows will give you more flow…

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Why use cast aluminum?

S&B chose to manufacture their Intake Elbows out of cast aluminum because you need a part that delivers extreme performance without the risk of it bursting in the field. While they liked the idea of using a composite material to make their elbows, they know, it’s not worth the risk.

Streamline the airflow after the intercooler.

The smooth design of the S&B Intake Elbow significantly improves the airflow after the intercooler. The result is denser air delivering more power and better fuel economy.

Still want even more out of your diesel?

S&B’s Intake Elbows include 1/8″ NPT ports for simple gauge and power adder installation

Built with Precision Machines

They tap all the ports on their CNC machines, so you can be assured of a perfect fitment without scraping your knuckles.

O-Ring seal provides for leak-free operation.

If it leaks, you lose power. Whenever possible, S&B utilizes an o-ring to seal the elbow and provided worry free operation for the long haul.

Clear Passage Way for Smooth Airflow

While many of their competitors insert bolts through the air chamber to secure their elbow, S&B kept it clear to provide you with the best possible airflow.

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Give us a call at 714-848-2170 M-F from 8-5 PST – We will answer your questions regarding the S&B Intake Elbow. Ask about Free Shipping!

Live locally? Feel free to stop by our location and meet us! OC DIESEL, INC. is located at 17242 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Suites A and B. In addition to carryingthe S&B Intake Elbow, we have a full service shop staffed with knowledgeable technicians who are ready to squash any Diesel Repair issues.

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S&B Cold Air Intakes

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Why S&B Intakes?

S&B diesel performance intake kits are all about improving airflow to your cars engine. Its just a matter of superior design. Better airflow translates into a noticeable increase in power, acceleration.

Airflow:

S&Bs intake kits are engineered to improve the airflow to your cars engine. It starts with years of research and development, as well as the most technically advanced testing. S&B tests to the ISO 5011 Air Filtration Standard in a climate – controlled lab when designing and testing our intake kits. This is the same technology used by Ford, Chrysler and General Motors to design the original induction system that comes on your vehicle.

Thorough Research & Development:

During our ISO 5011 testing, we first measure the restriction of the airflow through your vehicles original induction system in order to establish a baseline. The goal of a Performance Intake Kit is to reduce the restriction of the airflow to your vehicles engine. In laymans terms, we want to make it easier for the engine to breathe. By reducing the restriction of the airflow, your engine will have better throttle response and produce more horsepower and torque. Since your engine will not have to work as hard to produce the required amount of power – the result is better fuel economy.

Back It Up – Certified Test Results:

S&B provides ISO 5011 Certified Test Results for its intake kits, so you can see exactly how much the airflow was improved (restriction decreased) as well as the efficiency of the filter. For example, the S&B intake kit for the 2002 Dodge Ram 5.9L Cummins Diesel improves the airflow 46.8% versus the OE Induction System while still stopping 99.90% of the dirt. Demand ISO 5011 Certified Test Results prior to purchasing your next Performance Intake Kit.

Give us a call at 714-848-2170 M-F from 8-5 PST – We will answer your questions regarding the S&B Intakes. Ask about Free Shipping!

Live locally? Feel free to stop by our location and meet us! OC DIESEL, INC. is located at 17242 Gothard Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Suites A and B. In addition to carrying S&B Intakes, we have a full service shop staffed with knowledgeable technicians who are ready to squash any Diesel Repair issues.

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OCDiesel has S&B Filters for aFe Intake Kits!

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S&B Filters for aFe Intake Kits

Improve the airflow of your aFe Intake Kit without sacrificing engine protection. Numbers don’t lie, so check out how they did against aFe in all the key categories including price. Want more details? Download the ISO 5011 Test Results for each filter. That’s right, they tested each part number, so you could have the facts.

Better Airflow: 6.6% – 30.4% over aFe

Extreme Protection: Efficiency Rates Between 99.13% – 99.39%

Long Intervals Between Cleaning: Holds as much as 51.9% more dirt for longer life between cleaning.

A Reasonable Price: With a price of $55.00 this is the best deal in town.

Be sure to look in the extended information tab for the ISO 5011 test results!

S&B Replacement Air Filter for aFe Intakes for Dodge Cummins

S&B Replacement Air Filter for aFe Intakes for Ford Powerstroke

S&B Replacement Air Filter for aFe Intakes for GM Duramax

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