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Nissan Titan XD Silicone Induction Hose 2016+

  1. XD Induction Hose R&D, Part 2: The Working Prototype

    XD Induction Hose R&D, Part 2: The Working Prototype

    Some exciting developments are brewing in the world of induction hoses! We recently received into our R&D facility our first shipment of samples for the 2016+ Nissan Titan XD, and they are all looking great.

    3D modeling Titan XD performance parts
    3D modeling Titan XD performance parts

    Our tube's design is not overly complex, and it will be an awesome addition to the engine bay of this Cummins-powered Nissan. The design of the factory tube is interesting because of the type of bend it has. The orientation of the airbox opening does not have an even plane for a straight-through design that can just loop over to the throttle body. The opening angles out a bit, facing more in the direction of the truck's firewall. What results is an interesting loop that will force the hose to circle around the top of the oil filter. Check out an image of the factory system below.

    Factory intake tube with the accordion elbow and odd angle
    Factory intake tube with the accordion elbow and odd angle

    Our goals with this project were to aesthetically improve what is underneath the hood and to smooth out the

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  2. XD Induction Hose R&D, Part 1: Design Plans

    XD Induction Hose R&D, Part 1: Design Plans

    We're on a roll with new Titan XD project development! In addition to our plans for improving the factory intake, we have decided to implement an upgrade that is simple and awesome. What we'd like to do here is develop a silicone intake hose that will replace the factory intake tube.

    The factory intake tube is a well-designed piece, but it has room for improvement. For instance, we can increase the volume of air that flows through the tube, which will only benefit this 5.0L Cummins turbo diesel. The factory piece will be comparatively restrictive in size when compared with our planned design.

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    Factory Titan XD intake hose

    This would be ideal for those who want to squeeze a bit more power out of their Titan XD, but would rather not replace the entire intake system. Along with the potential for more power output, it will also be a visual upgrade, improving the aesthetics of the engine bay.

    Let's take a look at the factory tube.

    Factory Titan XD intake hose
    Factory Titan XD intake hose

    Accordion style intake elbow
    Accordion style intake elbow

    The

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