BigMike's IS-F with Joe Z Intake
02-05-09, 03:52 PM
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BigMike's IS-F with Joe Z Intake
Well everyone I was finally able to get my hands on a pre-production Joe Z Intake. I got it in the mail this morning and went out and installed it right away 
The install was extremely easy (no more then a 30 minute DIY) and came with great instructions that had pictures to help for those who are picture people. I didn't run into any problems what so ever while installing it. I chose to take off half of the stock airbox (but kept the sensor connected) to make it easier for me to work with. After I installed it, I started the car and let it run for a few minutes to get used to the new airflow (no problems) then I went around the block taking it easy before going WOT.
I had mine anodized F blue to match the F around the logo on the engine cover. I believe Joe Z is planning on doing them in black and anodized blue (he can hopefully provide more info).
I'm not sure if I can feel any difference but I do notice a deeper sound from the intake between 2000 and 3400-3500 RPMs, or right before the second intake opens up. I like the color it adds to the engine bay. The intake really adds an aesthetic touch.
It pairs up perfectly with his exhaust (which I still need to take pictures of). I'm really enjoying running both of his systems as this is how the F should sound coming from the factory imo. Enjoy the pics, I took a few along the way, sorry about the shi**y quality, they're cell phone pics. I'm having some photos done next weekend and will post up more then
Let me know if y'all have any questions or would like different photos!
The original intake tube and engine bay with the cover off
All wrapped up
No intake installed
All done 15 minutes later
For Joe Z and the NTL guys
The install was extremely easy (no more then a 30 minute DIY) and came with great instructions that had pictures to help for those who are picture people. I didn't run into any problems what so ever while installing it. I chose to take off half of the stock airbox (but kept the sensor connected) to make it easier for me to work with. After I installed it, I started the car and let it run for a few minutes to get used to the new airflow (no problems) then I went around the block taking it easy before going WOT. I had mine anodized F blue to match the F around the logo on the engine cover. I believe Joe Z is planning on doing them in black and anodized blue (he can hopefully provide more info).
I'm not sure if I can feel any difference but I do notice a deeper sound from the intake between 2000 and 3400-3500 RPMs, or right before the second intake opens up. I like the color it adds to the engine bay. The intake really adds an aesthetic touch.
It pairs up perfectly with his exhaust (which I still need to take pictures of). I'm really enjoying running both of his systems as this is how the F should sound coming from the factory imo. Enjoy the pics, I took a few along the way, sorry about the shi**y quality, they're cell phone pics. I'm having some photos done next weekend and will post up more then
Let me know if y'all have any questions or would like different photos! The original intake tube and engine bay with the cover off
All wrapped up
No intake installed
All done 15 minutes later
For Joe Z and the NTL guys
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02-05-09, 06:06 PM
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that's super cool looking.
what's NOT so super cool looking are those cheap wire wound hose clamps.
you can bet that i'm going to be replacing those with something.... something that doesn't look like it came off a corolla.
doug
what's NOT so super cool looking are those cheap wire wound hose clamps.
you can bet that i'm going to be replacing those with something.... something that doesn't look like it came off a corolla.
doug
also how about a pic of the hardwire passport u got?
02-05-09, 06:47 PM
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Looking good Mike. I've had 2 Joe Z intakes on my 2 previous rides. My 04 IS300 and 07 GS350. Definitely a simple mod, but a great bang for the buck. I will order one from Joe for my F in the near future.
02-05-09, 08:30 PM
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Thanks everyone! I've been driving around with it for a while now and am really enjoying it
I'm planning on doing a dyno as soon as I have some free time I'll keep everyone posted.
I sure will. Planning on a day of detailing and photos next Friday so they will all be posted up then 
Thanks Flip! I'm really enjoying the intake and the added "flair" it adds to the engine bay
I'll keep everyone posted. Thanks Flip! I'm really enjoying the intake and the added "flair" it adds to the engine bay
02-05-09, 08:40 PM
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Hello Mike.. Looking good...
Glad the DIY install went smooth for you...
- Thanks for the kind words gang.. Mike was nice enough to try out one of these pre-production units. We were sampling the anodize finish and it seems to look great...
Again we acheived approx. 5 rwhp during the R&D process for this intake and as Mike described, the sound will be a bit more robust, but in no way intrusive.
So you will get a nice performance upgrade & nice touch to your IS-F engine bay.
Carson Toyota / Lexus Parts will be announcing pricing and release date very shortly.
Thank You
Joe Z
Glad the DIY install went smooth for you...
- Thanks for the kind words gang.. Mike was nice enough to try out one of these pre-production units. We were sampling the anodize finish and it seems to look great...
Again we acheived approx. 5 rwhp during the R&D process for this intake and as Mike described, the sound will be a bit more robust, but in no way intrusive.
So you will get a nice performance upgrade & nice touch to your IS-F engine bay.
Carson Toyota / Lexus Parts will be announcing pricing and release date very shortly.
Thank You
Joe Z
02-05-09, 08:52 PM
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Hi Doug..
Thanks for being honest..
The clamps are actually a nicer automotive grade Stainless Steel worm clamp.
They are simple in design and right along the lines of the oem setup.
It was looking into some over enginered Turbo T-bolt clamps, but I think they looked a bit out of place for this type of intake pipe upgrade.
Thank You
Joe Z
Thanks for being honest..
The clamps are actually a nicer automotive grade Stainless Steel worm clamp.
They are simple in design and right along the lines of the oem setup.
It was looking into some over enginered Turbo T-bolt clamps, but I think they looked a bit out of place for this type of intake pipe upgrade.
Thank You
Joe Z