Porsche 928: Air Intake Reviews

While the factory air intake system in your Porsche 928 is good, installing an aftermarket air intake system is a terrific way to improve the car's overall performance. Continue reading to learn the best ones on the market.

By Jeffrey Bausch - April 14, 2015

This article applies to the Porsche 928 (1978-1995).

Air intakes for the Porsche 928 change the intake plumbing by moving the air filter outside the engine compartment. This allows cooler air to move more easily and make its way into the engine's combustion chamber, which leads to more power. At just a few hundred bucks for an entire system, it's a fairly inexpensive upgrade for your car. Here are three systems worth considering.

Porsche 928 Air Intakes


Kuhn Dual Snout Air Intake System
BlackBird Twin Air Filter System
928sRus Enhanced Intake System
Price
$425 (round), $625 (oval) $695 $400
Performance
Increased HP noted, in the range of 5-7HP Engineered to withstand 130+ PSI Burst Tests, effective, elegant and tough HP was increased by 5-6HP and Torque by almost 10
Availability
Call (859) 781-9288 Call (929) 290-9280 Visit 928srus.com
Fitment
Designed to fit the 1987 and newer Porsche 928 cars. Designed to fit the 1987 and newer Porsche 928 cars. Designed to fit the 1987 and newer Porsche 928 cars.
Best Quality: BlackBird

Best Value: 928sRus

Kuhn Dual Snout Air Intake System

Price – $425-$625

Performance – Increased HP noted, in the range of 5-7HP

Availability – Call (859) 781-9288

Fitment – Designed to fit the 1987 and newer Porsche 928 cars

Kuhn’s Dual Snout Air Intake System places air filtration out in front of the radiator. The air snouts are made using hand-laid aviation-grade fiberglass, which is secured with a strong epoxy resin. The air filters are K&N, and can be easily cleaned as well as re-oiled to extend the life of their use. The bracket design is set up to allow for strategic placement of air snouts into chassis. Additional brackets triangulate parts for secure installation.

Porsche 928 drivers who have installed the system note the quality of the system’s materials as fantastic, and have been thoroughly pleased with the results of the system installation. Specifically, they note an increase in their car’s engine power. Recommended for those who like the efficiency of the stock intake, but want more noise and power.

BlackBird Twin Air Filter System

Price – $695

Performance – Engineered to withstand 130+ PSI Burst Tests, effective, elegant and tough

Availability – Call (929) 290-9280

Fitment – Designed to fit the 1987 and newer Porsche 928 cars

While BlackBird’s Twin Filter Air System is not as widely used as the other two intake systems in this article, it is a highly regarded solution for those seeking to upgrade the air filter system in their Porsche 928. The induction body of the Blackbird system is designed to withstand 130+ PSI bursts, making it not only durable, but also effective. The system is cast using military-grade composite that offers a much better heat transfer rate than its aluminum-based counterparts.

Porsche 928 drivers who have installed this system have noted a quick as well as easy installation process, and are overall pleased with the look of the new system in their car’s engine. In terms of power, a noticeable throttle response improvement (especially in lower RPM ranges) has been described in user reviews. Recommended for its quick and easy installation.

928sRus Enhanced Intake System

Price – $400

Performance – HP was increased by 5-6HP and Torque by almost 10

Availability – Visit 928srus.com

Fitment – Designed to fit the 1987 and newer Porsche 928 cars

928sRus's enhanced intake system is certainly one of the less expensive air filter systems on the market today. As such, it has been used by many more 928 drivers than the other two systems described on this page. The units are specially designed for exact fit in 1987+ Porsche 928s. They feature little assembly and installation with basic tools.

User reviews of 928sRus's enhanced intake system are mostly positive, and many describe the system as a worthwhile alternative to more expensive options. Several have described the system as aesthetically pleasing once installed, and a modest improvement in overall engine performance. Recommended for those who want the best band for buck solution.

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