SRM Intake install step by step

[jcpowell]

If I'm tuned APR stage 3 and install these will it adapt to the increased flow or is a more specific tune like DS1 required?

[robocop47]

If I'm tuned APR stage 3 and install these will it adapt to the increased flow or is a more specific tune like DS1 required?

They won’t do anything. It’s not a matter of ds1 specific use but the tune isn’t taking advantage of that bottleneck being freed up

[acruxksa]

Just did this. I followed the OP's guide for much of the install, but instead of pulling the throttle body hoses, I just loosened them at the turbo's and pulled the throttle body/hoses together. There is plenty of wire/hose length to get everything out of the way.

As with some, my biggest issue was the passenger side rear screw for the throttle body, I had to shorten mine to get everything back together. There was no way it would go in at the original length, even though it was installed prior to placing the throttle body in position.

Somewhere along the line, I managed to put a small dent in one of the pipes, but what's done is done. All in, it probably took about 1.5hrs, but I took my time. Reading everyone else's posts really helped.

Currently running DS-1 Stage 3 w/ RS7 Turbos, AMS Downpipes w/high flow cats, EPL TCU Tune and SRM Intake................ :D :D :D

Still chasing O2 Sensor issues, so I'll probably look into the adapters/spacers for the rear sensors. I was hoping the AMS downpipes w/cats wouldn't need them, but it appears my setup does.

[audis4culver]

I read this entire thread - maybe I missed it but..... does anyone actually have accurate numbers for power gains?
I have a stock S7 and am considering adding an intake of some kind - CTS Turbo, SRM... but I certainly dont want to waste my time if they dont actually increase power. Thanks.

[16AudiS8+]

I read this entire thread - maybe I missed it but..... does anyone actually have accurate numbers for power gains?
I have a stock S7 and am considering adding an intake of some kind - CTS Turbo, SRM... but I certainly dont want to waste my time if they dont actually increase power. Thanks.

If you are stock you won't really see any power gains. You need a tune to increase boost before the inlets really become a restriction.

[robocop47]

If you are stock you won't really see any power gains. You need a tune to increase boost before the inlets really become a restriction.

This. Those other brand intakes they named really show 0 benefit.

[robocop47]

If you are stock you won't really see any power gains. You need a tune to increase boost before the inlets really become a restriction.

This. Those other brand intakes they named really show 0 benefit.

[jobu72]

I've been following this thread for months. As with others, been waiting for SRM intakes to arrive. I ordered through Eurocode along with some other stuff in early September and received in late December. Finally got the chance to install today.

Most of what everyone else says is spot on. Depending on the tools/extensions that you have, the job can be easier or more difficult. It took me maybe two hours. Yeah, those short throttle body tubes are certainly a pain, very difficult to get unstuck, but not too bad getting back on, especially if you remove the throttle body as I did. I used some plastic trim removal tools so to not scratch or tear too much, but mostly it takes just getting really aggressive with them. If taking off throttle body, which I definitely recommend, since it is so easy anyway, need that longer Torx T30. As for other tools, basic screwdrivers, socket extensions and wobble extensions. I did find that an L shaped hex key was handy for one of the 5mm bolts. I was able to get the that last passenger side rear screw in the throttle body, without cutting it short, by just scraping by on the tube a bit, but it might be because ...

My intake tubes from SRM appear to be a new version. They come as two pieces per tube now. I confirmed through SRM because they were different than all the previous pictures (they haven't updated their web site yet). My tubes don't touch each other and I also did not have to trim off anything from the top heat/engine cover as one person mentioned. Getting the couplers and clamps on though was very tight and needed some persuasion because the tubes are so close together at that point.

I applied DS1 Stage2 tune and drove around a bit. I am running without the stock air box. I have to say I was really surprised about the various new sounds. Not sure that I like it really (the sounds). I might see if I can fit the air box back in or not. We'll see. For now, will let the computer figure things out. I have winter performance tires on right now anyway, never tried draggy with them on, I guess it wouldn't hurt sometime. I probably should wait until the weather is clear and salt off the roads anyway to really test it out (northeast Ohio).

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[ngustas]

I applied DS1 Stage2 tune and drove around a bit. I am running without the stock air box. I have to say I was really surprised about the various new sounds. Not sure that I like it really (the sounds). I might see if I can fit the air box back in or not. We'll see. For now, will let the computer figure things out. I have winter performance tires on right now anyway, never tried draggy with them on, I guess it wouldn't hurt sometime. I probably should wait until the weather is clear and salt off the roads anyway to really test it out (northeast Ohio).

Try changing these two tables in your Stage 2 file to the RS7 values, see if it gets rid of your new lift throttle sounds while driving gently. Turbo whine and wooshes when letting off under high boost will still be there of course.
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[rkcstr]

I’m curious to know if that is what SRM is still shipping? Their website still shows. Single piece, unless they’ve done away with the short and/or 2 piece entirely to go back to the original design

Also, I’m trying to figure out a fitment issue, regarding the PCV hose, and if the drivers side inlet contacts it at all, or any clearance issues with the hose anywhere else with the SRM. I saw one post here somewhat mention it. I’ve purchased and now am returning two different manufacturers inlets, specifically ECS tuning, which was well made, but the inlet tube was clocked so that the throttle body connector contacted the hose inlet, and they then said it wasn’t compatible when I asked about it. Also their couplers didn’t fit right to RS7 sized airbox, which was frustrating. Then I have one from ARM Motorsports, which is an odd design that doesn’t align well with stock airbox (they sell their own intake filter/shield, but separately), but it would squeeze the PCV hose slightly as it came up from the valve, and then would also cause the hose contact the throttle body assembly slightly. Was concerned that could potentially lead to premature failure of the PCV hose. Not end of the world, but I also want reliability and not to have to pull these pieces every 5k just to check either.

Needless to say, I’m getting good at changing out the turbo inlets :l

[ItsLarryG]

Looks like enough people complained to SRM about having to remove their intake to change spark plugs!

[robocop47]

Looks like enough people complained to SRM about having to remove their intake to change spark plugs!

Now people can complain about the updated ones!

[09S5]

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[qcrazy]

Not sure what SRM makes now, someone else can answer that.

But any of the large inlets will lay on the PCV hose, completely normal. Not an issue.

As far as hooking it up with the airbox, I bought SRM long inlets and cut them to length. It is a tight fit, but the stock RS7 accordion hoses will work. One of my long inlets was fab'd incorrectly, so I had to add a second coupler to get one of mine to line up...typically not needed. But it works fine, no issues...

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[ClaudeG]

I’ve had these installed for nearly 2 years and they’ve been great! But recently I now have an air intake leak code and a high pitched sound ..

Anyone ever encounter this?