Intake Manifold

The engine is the heart of your car where the much needed blood or fuel and air mixture is generated to be supplied to the various systems and mechanisms making up the car. Just like the heart, it is made up of chambers and passageways which facilitate the flow and transfer of the mixture. The intake manifold is one of the passage systems of the engine made up of pipes and tubes from which the fuel-air mixture passes through from the fuel injector or carburetor into the intake valves of the cylinder.

Highly efficient intake manifold systems can help boost the performance and driving dynamics of the car. There are several types available for you to mount as replacement for your factory component although it may be dependent on the specifications and features required by your car. Better check first your car’s manual before rushing to the market may it be your nearest local store or dealer or web based stores. Commonly used types are tunnel ram, cross ram, isolated runner, open plenum, single plane with partial divider plate and divided single plane.

The intake manifold, especially if it is made from aluminum, can become extremely hot especially if it is positioned on top of the exhaust header. Decrease in horsepower is the result when the air taken inside the manifold is heated before it goes into the cylinders. A heat shield can be used to protect aluminum intake manifolds from the heat radiated from the header. Excessive heat can damage not only the intake manifold system but also the painted plastic components of the car so it is better to block the heat to prevent further spread to the other areas of the car.

Should you desire to replace your intake manifold system, don’t hesitate to browse the net for an on line store that you can trust. Of course you can also have a drive or a walk to your local store but if you want easy and hassle free purchase, try the web based stores lined up in the net.