"I want people to understand that although we will market and brand our Ram trucks as Ram trucks, they will always and forever be Dodges," wrote Ram President and CEO Fred Diaz on Ram's official blog. "They'll always be VINed as a Dodge, and somewhere either on the exterior or the interior of the truck, you'll always be able to see the Dodge logo and the Dodge name."
Box for the AEM 28-20175 air filter
Diaz was attempting to untangle some of the confusion surrounding the introduction of Chrysler's new Ram brand and the separation of Dodge cars. The 2010 Dodge Dakota for example became the Ram Dakota the following model year. The very first Dodge Dakota was launched in 1987 and it was bigger than the popular Ford Ranger and Chevy S-10. The Dakota used a four-cylinder base engine, with an optional V6 created just for the new truck out of the sturdy 318 V8. When the Daimler/Chrysler people came out with the very popular 1997-2004 Dodge Dakota they made it even bigger and capable of towing 7,050 pounds.
Today, whether you own a classic 1997 Dodge Dakota 2.5L or a 2011 Ram Dakota 4.7L, or any of the other select model applications listed below, you can add performance and save money by simply upgrading to an AEM 28-20175 reusable Dryflow® air filter.
Replacing the existing factory installed air filter with AEM's new distinctive red colored three-dimensional filtering medium is easy. The procedure is identical to the one outlined in you vehicles owner's manual, with no modifications of any kind required. By simply upgrading to an AEM air filter you are installing a performance air filter designed to increase horsepower and torque. This is accomplished with our high-flow filter media that allows air to flow with less restriction while providing outstanding filtration. Depth loading characteristics and exceptional structural screen wire construction were also added for durability and longer services intervals.
AEM's 28-20175 washable and reusable panel air filter will be the last filter you'll ever need to buy for your Dakota, Durango or Mitsubishi Raider. This air filter can be used for up to 50,000 miles before cleaning is needed depending on driving conditions so it will be a while before you need to think about it. When you are ready cleaning the filter is easy. Just spray on synthetic air filter cleaner to quickly dissolve dirt, then rinse the filter clean with water. Backed by AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty, the AEM 28-20175 stock replacement air filter provides a lifetime of performance and engine protection.
The following Ram Dakota, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Durango and Mitsubishi Raiders models gain a lifetime of performance with AEM's 28-20175 high-flow air filter:
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The Chrysler 300 has had more comebacks then Brett Favre. In the 1950's it was a proud and revered vehicle, and in the 60's its appeal faded, until disappearing altogether for over 30 years. Then in 2005 it resurfaced as the symbol of a bold new direction for the Chrysler brand, and in 2011 the second generation Chrysler 300C launched. If you haven't heard, Fiat owns Chrysler and they have decided to resuscitate the noble old American full-sized executive car, once dubbed a "mafia-spec carpool vehicle."
Box for the AEM 28-20460 air filter
The large five-passenger sedan offering rear-wheel or all-wheel drive is being marketed as the Lancia Thema in all European markets, except in the United Kingdom, where it retains the Chrysler badge. The new platform is designed for drivers looking for a ride with more chutzpa than a normal family sedan and as an alternative to other entry-level luxury cars. Some of the 300's underlying mechanicals are in fact derived from Mercedes-Benz technology, and it also shares the platform with its siblings the Dodge Challenger and Charger.
A vehicle platform that dresses in such audacious style would only be comfortable sporting some serious power and there's plenty to choose from. There's a 3.6 liter V6 that produces 292 horsepower, or a 5.7 liter "Hemi" V8 that produces 363 hp, and the topper, a 6.4 liter, 470 hp V8, and every one of these big-dogs can benefit even more with an AEM 28-20460 reusable Dryflow® air filter. AEM's unique air filter design marries the best technology of various air filter types into a high performance product designed to increase horsepower and airflow, at the same time as filtering the air to protect your engine. It is as easy to install this air filter, as it is to replace your factory OE filter - not a single modification is needed.
The reusable AEM 28-20460 Dryflow air filter never requires oil, provides greater airflow and reduces air restriction. This AEM air filter can go for up to 50,000 miles before cleaning is needed depending on driving conditions, so fasten your seatbelts, and go for a long drive. It's going to be a while before cleaning is needed. Once you eventually reach the service interval, you simply wash it using a synthetic air filter cleaner, which dissolves dirt and allows it to be rinsed clean with water. This simple maintenance will make 28-20460 the last air filter you will ever buy for your car and it's backed by AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty.
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The immediate common thread running through these three vehicles is their macho badge. Dakota, Durango, and Raider all sound like characters from action adventure flicks, and of course that's by design, yet they're not exactly as they appear. Back in the late 1980s Dodge got more competitive in the compact truck market, the result was the Dakota, the first-ever midsize pickup truck.
AEM 28-20175 air filter
The Dodge Durango, although labeled a midsize sport-utility vehicle, is actually fashioned a half-size larger in order to fill the niche between the midsize SUV and full-size SUV classes. While the Mitsubishi Raider's aggressive styling allowed it to slot in with the company's other sporty cars and SUV's, beneath its muscular exterior essentially beats the heart of a Dodge Dakota.
Leading to another similarity this trio shares in common, they can all upgrade their existing factory air filter with the AEM 28-20175Dryflow® air filter. AEM's design results in a performance air filter designed to increase both horsepower and torque while protecting your truck from small particles that could damage your engine. AEM's Dryflow air filters can be used for up to 50,000 miles before cleaning is needed depending on driving conditions. When cleaning is needed just remove the air filter, spray it with synthetic air filter cleaner to loosen and dissolves dirt and grime, then rinse it clean with water.
AEM's 28-20175 air filter restricts air less than typical paper air filters and that can result in extra power and torque. Less restriction also means your engine doesn't have to work as hard pulling in air.
With regular, effortless care, the AEM 28-20175 air filter will outlast any one of these tough vehicles and it is backed by AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty. This filter is a direct replacement for the stock air filter, so it will install just as straightforward as the factory filter. Increased performance and keeping paper air filters out of landfills - the AEM Dryflow washable and reusable air filter just makes sense.
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.
Some people claim we are riding the metallic wave of a revived muscle-car era, others say it never really went away. Ever since the restyled Dodge Charger hit the mean streets in 1968, offering the 440 Magnum and Hemi engine options, the Charger has survived in exclusive muscle car company shared only by the Chevy Camaro and Ford Mustang. With its distinctive "Coke bottle" body shape and über-performance capabilities many considered it the best-looking performance car of the 1960s.
Box for the AEM 28-20295 air filter
In 2010, in part to appeal to family guys that weren't ready to submit to a family van, the Dodge Charger offered up a modern four-door coupe that combines rear-wheel-drive muscle-car power, sports-car handling, and five-passenger comfort into a thrilling, yet relatively fuel-efficient driving experience. Complaints from Charger traditionalists echoed loud and clear at first regarding the extra two doors. But, proving that horsepower trumps door count, the grumblings quickly faded as the powerful sedan displayed its might.
In addition to the legendary 5.7-liter Hemi V8-powered Dodge Charger R/T, there's the asphalt melting SRT-8, a 6.1-liter V8, 425-horsepower Charger, that delivers 0-60 mph in the low 5-second range, quarter-mile time in less than 14 seconds, a world-class ride and handling with benchmark braking. If you're looking to add even more performance while saving money on maintenance for your Charger, Challenger, Magnum, or Chrysler 300, look no further than the AEM 28-20295Dryflow® OE replacement air filter.
AEM air filters provide outstanding air filtration and they have less restriction than typical paper air filters, which can result in more power and torque.
Replacing the existing factory installed air filter with AEM's washable, reusable performance filter, is as easy as simply switching the filters. By simply upgrading to an AEM air filter you can stop wasting money on disposable paper air filters, and install a simple performance upgrade that can be used over and over again. How is that possible some ask? AEM gets it done with their exclusive Dryflow synthetic air filter concept that doesn't require oil. Part 28-20295 utilizes AEM's unique structural screen wire construction, for added durability and a depth loading process which allows it to perform longer between cleaning.
AEM includes their Lifetime Limited Warranty with the 28-20295 reusable air filter, so it will be the last one you'll ever need to buy for your car. After up to 50,000 miles of driving, depending on your driving conditions, you simply wash the filter using a synthetic filter cleaner, to quickly dissolve dirt, then rinse the filter clean with water.
The following Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Magnum and Chrysler 300 models share the benefit of AEM's 28-20295 lifetime, reusable, performance air filter:
2010 Dodge Charger 6.1L
2010 Dodge Charger 5.7L
2010 Dodge Charger 3.5L
2010 Dodge Charger 2.7L
2010 Dodge Challenger 6.1L
2010 Dodge Challenger 5.7L
2010 Dodge Challenger 3.5L
2010 Chrysler 300C 6.1L
2010 Chrysler 300C 5.7L
2010 Chrysler 300 3.5L
2010 Chrysler 300 2.7L
2009 Dodge Charger 6.1L
2009 Dodge Charger 5.7L
2009 Dodge Charger 3.5L
2009 Dodge Charger 2.7L
2009 Dodge Challenger 6.1L
2009 Dodge Challenger 5.7L
2009 Dodge Challenger 3.5L
2009 Chrysler 300C 6.1L
2009 Chrysler 300C 5.7L
2009 Chrysler 300 3.5L
2009 Chrysler 300 2.7L
2008 Dodge Magnum 6.1L
2008 Dodge Magnum 5.7L
2008 Dodge Magnum 3.5L
2008 Dodge Magnum 2.7L
2008 Dodge Charger 6.1L
2008 Dodge Charger 5.7L
2008 Dodge Charger 3.5L
2008 Dodge Charger 2.7L
2008 Dodge Challenger 6.1L
2008 Chrysler 300C 6.1L
2008 Chrysler 300C 5.7L
2008 Chrysler 300C 3.5L
2008 Chrysler 300C 2.7L
2008 Chrysler 300 3.5L
2008 Chrysler 300 2.7L
2007 Dodge Magnum 6.1L
2007 Dodge Magnum 5.7L
2007 Dodge Magnum 3.5L
2007 Dodge Magnum 2.7L
2007 Dodge Charger 6.1L
2007 Dodge Charger 5.7L
2007 Dodge Charger 3.5L
2007 Dodge Charger 2.7L
2007 Chrysler 300C 6.1L
2007 Chrysler 300C 5.7L
2007 Chrysler 300C 3.5L
2007 Chrysler 300C 2.7L
2007 Chrysler 300 3.5L
2007 Chrysler 300 2.7L
2006 Dodge Magnum 6.1L
2006 Dodge Magnum 5.7L
2006 Dodge Magnum 3.5L
2006 Dodge Magnum 2.7L
2006 Dodge Charger 6.1L
2006 Dodge Charger 5.7L
2006 Dodge Charger 3.5L
2006 Dodge Charger 2.7L
2006 Chrysler 300C 6.1L
2006 Chrysler 300C 5.7L
2006 Chrysler 300C 3.5L
2006 Chrysler 300C 2.7L
2006 Chrysler 300 3.5L
2006 Chrysler 300 2.7L
2005 Dodge Magnum 5.7L
2005 Dodge Magnum 3.5L
2005 Dodge Magnum 2.7L
2005 Chrysler 300C 6.1L
2005 Chrysler 300C 5.7L
2005 Chrysler 300C 3.5L
2005 Chrysler 300C 2.7L
2005 Chrysler 300 3.5L
2005 Chrysler 300 2.7L
2004 Chrysler 300C 5.7L
2004 Chrysler 300C 3.5L
2004 Chrysler 300C 2.7L
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AEM 21-712C air intake for 2011-2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5L
Designing a high flow air intake system for a modern vehicle is a challenge because tight engine compartments make packaging the intake system for maximum flow and inlet air temperature (IAT) control difficult. 2011 and 2014 Nissan Maxima models proved to be no exception to this due to the placement of the original intake system. While testing various intake system designs on the dyno and on the road we noticed maintaining IAT was critical to ignition timing stability. Ignition timing is critical to power and fuel economy so our design focused on getting cool air into the engine to aid with stable timing.
AEM air intake part numbers 21-712C and 21-712P were the result of our design challenge.
Dyno chart for the 21-712C and 21-712P air intake system
AEM's air intake system was designed to reduce air restriction and incoming air temperature to create more power and torque while maintaining IAT as much as possible. Since there was limited space under the Maxima's hood, the initial thought was to try to increase the diameter of the intake tube connected to the throttle body. Our power testing didn't show a difference between 3.25" and 3.5" diameter intake pipes. Since there wasn't a significant difference in horsepower the decision to use a 3.25" intake pipe on the final design was made.
The next step was to try to get better air flow by designing a one of a kind air duct to pull air from the front of the vehicle into the air box. Engineers then removed a few trim panels and made an air scoop that sits on top of the radiator core support and sends cooler air from behind the front grill to the Dryflow® AEM air filter. A custom heat shield was also added to isolate the air filter from the warmer air around the engine. After combining the air duct, air filter and heat shield with the 3.25" intake tube, it was time to test it on the dyno. This final design resulted in an estimated 10 horsepower gain and 12 lb-ft of torque at 4700rpm. This is the type of gain AEM was striving to achieve for 2011 and 2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5L models.
After product testing was complete, part number 21-712C, designed with a gunmetal gray finish, and part 21-712P, designed with a polished finish, were released for production. Both finishes are durable and will withstand years of punishment without losing their lustrous shine. All AEM air intakes come with AEM's Lifetime Limited Warranty.
AEM 21-712C and 21-712P come with a non-oiled Dryflow air filter to provide superior protection and high airflow. No oil means less time spent cleaning the air filter. Just apply the cleaning solution, rinse it out, and let it dry.
AEM Dryflow air filters can be used for up to 50,000 miles before cleaning is needed depending on driving conditions.
The following Nissan Maxima models benefit from AEM part numbers 21-712C and 21-712P:
2014 Nissan Maxima 3.5L
2013 Nissan Maxima 3.5L
2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5L
2011 Nissan Maxima 3.5L
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.
