DC Sports Engine Short Ram Air Intake
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DC Sports Short Ram Air Intakes: Performance Engineered for Sport Compacts
DC Sports has been a cornerstone of the sport compact performance scene since 1987, when American Honda commissioned the brand to develop a header for their SCCA-prepped CRXs. That engineering-first DNA has carried straight into their short ram air intake lineup — systems built to sharpen throttle response, improve airflow, and deliver a satisfying induction soundtrack without sacrificing street legality.
What Sets DC Sports Short Ram Intakes Apart
The short ram intake sits at a sweet spot between ease of installation and real-world performance gains. Rather than routing the filter down toward the cold air near the bumper, a short ram design keeps everything in the engine bay — making fitment straightforward and reducing the risk of hydrolock from water ingestion. This design can work without additional tuning while delivering improved performance without the worry of a cold-air intake more easily sucking up water and causing hydrolock.
DC Sports elevates this fundamental design with quality materials and thoughtful engineering. Their systems feature mandrel-bent aluminum intake tubing for smoother, less restrictive airflow, paired with a high-flow, washable DC Sports performance air filter. The mandrel-bending process preserves the inner diameter of the tube through every curve, eliminating the turbulence-inducing kinks found in pressed or crush-bent alternatives.
The Oil-Free Filter Advantage
One of DC Sports' most practical differentiators is their oil-free filtration approach. The air filter requires no oil for filtration, eliminating any chance of getting oil in the intake track from excess oiling. It is washable and reusable, with filtration capability down to one micron, aluminum alloy construction for corrosion resistance, and a built-in velocity stack on most filters to increase airflow rates. For vehicles equipped with a mass airflow sensor, this matters enormously — oil contamination of the MAF sensor can result in loss of power and higher fuel consumption.
Broad Application Coverage & CARB Compliance
DC Sports short ram intakes span an impressive range of sport compact platforms. The lineup includes fitments for popular vehicles such as the Infiniti G35/350Z, G37/Q50/370Z, and Acura RSX, as well as Honda Civic, Subaru WRX/STI, Toyota Camry, Mitsubishi Lancer, and Kia Stinger, among others. For V6-equipped Nissan/Infiniti platforms, DC Sports even offers a Dual Short Ram Intake configuration to feed both sides of the engine.
DC Sports headers and intakes come in both CARB-approved 50-state legal and race-only off-road use versions, and the majority of their products carry CARB certifications, making them a top choice for performance enthusiasts who need to stay compliant.
Easy Installation, Built to Last
Each system is designed for direct bolt-on installation with only minor modifications needed on certain kits, and cuts the OEM entire intake system weight by up to half. All parts are engineered, dyno-tested for performance where applicable, and come with an industry-standard one-year warranty. Whether you're a weekend wrench-turner or a seasoned builder, DC Sports short ram intakes are designed to go in cleanly and perform reliably from the first drive.