Short Ram Air Intake for Pontiac Grand Prix (2004-2008) with 3.8L V6 Engine Red

Sharpen Throttle Response: High-Flow Intake for the Pontiac 3.8L V6 L26 Engine

Who It’s For: Engineered for 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix owners running the legendary 3800 Series III (L26) powerplant who want to eliminate the "mushy" throttle feeling inherent in the stock W-Body setup.

The Symptom: The factory intake on the 3.8L V6 was designed by GM engineers primarily for NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) reduction rather than efficiency. It utilizes a restrictive, heavy plastic resonator box and an accordion-style flex hose that creates massive air turbulence. This "dead air" space causes a delay in air velocity when you tip into the throttle, making the Grand Prix feel sluggish during highway merging or when trying to pull away from a stoplight.

The Engineering Fix: This Short Ram system utilizes a mandrel-bent T304 aluminum tube to provide a smooth, consistent internal diameter for incoming air. By replacing the turbulent factory plumbing with a straight-through design, we maximize laminar flow and increase the oxygen density available to the intake manifold. This allows the L26 engine to breathe without fighting against vacuum-robbing baffles, resulting in an immediate improvement in torque delivery and a significantly more aggressive induction note under load.

Why Mechanics Choose This Kit

• Optimized Volumetric Efficiency: By reducing intake restriction, this kit allows for a potential boost in horsepower and torque by up to 10%, helping the 3800 Series III reach its full potential.
• Acoustic Feedback: Replaces the muffled factory "vacuum cleaner" sound with a deep, throaty growl that lets you know the V6 is actually working.
• Thermal Management: The lightweight T304 aluminum dissipates heat faster than thick factory plastics, while the high-flow red cotton filter ensures superior filtration without the "choke" effect of paper elements.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (3.8L V6 Engine)
• 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (3.8L V6 Engine)
• 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (3.8L V6 Engine)
• 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (3.8L V6 Engine)
• 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (3.8L V6 Engine)

Interchange Part Numbers & Data:

2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 3.8, 3.8L, T304, 50000, 60

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. This kit is designed for a bolt-on installation using basic hand tools in under 60 minutes. We recommend a brief battery reset post-installation to allow the ECU to recalibrate for the increased air volume. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping.