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Our AMS Performance VW Golf R MKVII Carbon Fiber Cold Air Intake Upgrade was designed to draw a higher volume of cold air into the stock turbocharger. With this intake installed, bulky air filter boxes are replaced with our carbon fiber tubing and dry media filter. This eliminates clutter within the engine bay while drawing cold air from outside. The MK7 Golf R Cold Air Intake Kit is a vast improvement over the stock intake system and supports power levels up to 600HP!
We selected a motorsports grade carbon fiber that is both hand-laid and high temperature resistant. Other options on the market use the typical gloss clear coated carbon fiber prone to discoloration and cracking. Our AMS Golf R MKVII Intake Kit uses 3-layers of 1mm twill weave prepreg carbon fiber capable of sustaining a 240C temperature threshold while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic appearance with no worry of fading or yellowing over time. The AMS Carbon intake also eliminates the engine bay vents that are found on the factory intake. These vents allow the OEM car to pull in hot engine bay air for startup and fuel consumption requirements to the detriment of performance. By opening up the entire front grill and eliminating these warm air vents, 100% of the airflow is cold air being brought in from the front grill of the car.
The OEM manufacturer spends a lot of time reducing turbo noise at the expense of horsepower. By allowing the turbo to ingest all the cold air it needs, the AMS VW Golf R MKVII Carbon Fiber Cold Air Intake upgrade boosts power significantly. The use of carbon fiber composites allowed AMS' Snailworks Engineers greater design freedom to enhance performance and aesthetics for your Golf R. The new large AMS front duct was specifically designed to distribute airflow evenly over the entire circumference of the intake filter. This means greater distribution of cold airflow across the filter resulting in lower pressure drops and a longer filter life between cleanings. In addition, it allows you to hear the turbo spool up, something you as an automotive enthusiast can truly appreciate.
The use of carbon fiber allowed a consistently tapered tube and large gradual bend radii, adapting the 3.5? outlet filter to a 3? inlet size with no sign of restriction. The tube then simply integrates to your factory turbo elbow with the provided 3? to 2.75? silicone coupler. This design allows for an easy upgrade in the near future to a larger turbo elbow or the AMS Performance Turbo Upgrade Kit with only a simple 3? coupler. AMS designs all of our components with our customers' end goal as our guide. This intake, the AMS Intercooler, and AMS downpipe are all part of a complete system that will work seamlessly with the AMS Turbo kit without having to buy parts twice.
You can expect an easy install without cutting, trimming or taking off your grill. It can be installed with basic hand tools in minutes! Couple that with a purpose built, reusable synthetic high-flow dry media filter, you'll no longer have to purchase cheap factory paper filters down the road. The "Dry Media" filter means just that, no more messy oiling of your filter. Just one more reason why our intake is the best option on the market. The AMS MK7 Golf R synthetic media filter was designed and manufactured specifically to fit this application. The filter is a washable, reusable synthetic media filter (no oil) that was developed for automotive use. The filter size and configuration was fine tuned to ensure that it will still provide all the necessary air for any MK7 Golf R, including upgraded turbo cars, without any substantial restriction or compromise in filter efficiency. Also, for vehicles equipped with Secondary Air Injection, AMS offers an optional SAI filter.
Features:
We selected a motorsports grade carbon fiber that is both hand-laid and high temperature resistant. Other options on the market use the typical gloss clear coated carbon fiber prone to discoloration and cracking. Our AMS Golf R MKVII Intake Kit uses 3-layers of 1mm twill weave prepreg carbon fiber capable of sustaining a 240C temperature threshold while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic appearance with no worry of fading or yellowing over time. The AMS Carbon intake also eliminates the engine bay vents that are found on the factory intake. These vents allow the OEM car to pull in hot engine bay air for startup and fuel consumption requirements to the detriment of performance. By opening up the entire front grill and eliminating these warm air vents, 100% of the airflow is cold air being brought in from the front grill of the car.
The OEM manufacturer spends a lot of time reducing turbo noise at the expense of horsepower. By allowing the turbo to ingest all the cold air it needs, the AMS VW Golf R MKVII Carbon Fiber Cold Air Intake upgrade boosts power significantly. The use of carbon fiber composites allowed AMS' Snailworks Engineers greater design freedom to enhance performance and aesthetics for your Golf R. The new large AMS front duct was specifically designed to distribute airflow evenly over the entire circumference of the intake filter. This means greater distribution of cold airflow across the filter resulting in lower pressure drops and a longer filter life between cleanings. In addition, it allows you to hear the turbo spool up, something you as an automotive enthusiast can truly appreciate.
The use of carbon fiber allowed a consistently tapered tube and large gradual bend radii, adapting the 3.5? outlet filter to a 3? inlet size with no sign of restriction. The tube then simply integrates to your factory turbo elbow with the provided 3? to 2.75? silicone coupler. This design allows for an easy upgrade in the near future to a larger turbo elbow or the AMS Performance Turbo Upgrade Kit with only a simple 3? coupler. AMS designs all of our components with our customers' end goal as our guide. This intake, the AMS Intercooler, and AMS downpipe are all part of a complete system that will work seamlessly with the AMS Turbo kit without having to buy parts twice.
You can expect an easy install without cutting, trimming or taking off your grill. It can be installed with basic hand tools in minutes! Couple that with a purpose built, reusable synthetic high-flow dry media filter, you'll no longer have to purchase cheap factory paper filters down the road. The "Dry Media" filter means just that, no more messy oiling of your filter. Just one more reason why our intake is the best option on the market. The AMS MK7 Golf R synthetic media filter was designed and manufactured specifically to fit this application. The filter is a washable, reusable synthetic media filter (no oil) that was developed for automotive use. The filter size and configuration was fine tuned to ensure that it will still provide all the necessary air for any MK7 Golf R, including upgraded turbo cars, without any substantial restriction or compromise in filter efficiency. Also, for vehicles equipped with Secondary Air Injection, AMS offers an optional SAI filter.
Features:
- Draws a Higher Volume of Cold Air
- Eliminates Unsightly Engine Bay Clutter
- Effective to over 600 HP!
- Motorsports Grade, Hand Laid Carbon Fiber
- NO Yellowing or Fading Over Time
- 100% Cold Air From Outside Your Golf R
- Even Distribution of Cold Air Across Filter
- Dry Media Filter means Easy Cleaning and NO Oil
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| Make Vehicle | Model | Submodel | Year | Engine | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf R |
Golf R | 2015-2019 | 4 Cylinder 2.0 Liter |
Who is AMS Performance?
AMS Performance is an aftermarket tuning company that was established back in 2001. The company’s original founders used to work with Mustangs and have created some of the fastest 2.3L Ford Mustangs back then.
With the decline of the 2.3 Fords, the company shifted in tuning Mitsubishi’s 4g63 engines, and the rest is history. Today, AMS is considered to be among the top tuning brand in the market and has produced high-performance parts for vehicles such as the Mitsubishi EVO, Subaru, Porsche 911, and the Nissan GTR.
When Stock isn’t Fun Anymore
The company is known for creating parts that would be able to produce 10 times more horsepower compared to stock. They offer parts such as turbo kits, manifolds, intercoolers, and other performance parts for different Japanese and German Vehicles. With their extensive research and development, along with on hand track experiences, they are able to produce cars that go beyond 1000 horsepower.
Quality in Every Product
It is AMS’s goal to provide its customers with the best value of a product for their money. Being second best has never been an option for the company as they continuously try to improve itself and create products that are superior to its competitors.
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In today’s competitive world, to be the best, you need to have the best and AMS never fails to deliver. They have consistently created high-performing parts for all its customers who seek to have the best performance upgrade in their car. With a variety of products to choose from, you will definitely find what you need with AMS Performance. Visit Vivid Racing and check out what the company has to offer.
LIMITED PRODUCT AND LABOR WARRANTY
This warranty applies to AMS parts and begins on the invoice date of part purchase and ends twelve (12) months or 12,000 miles from that date, whichever occurs first. Due to the variety of modifications and changes made to cars and/or engines that may affect the performance or durability of related components, AMS’s obligation under this warranty extends solely to the repair or replacement parts manufactured by AMS.
This warranty applies to AMS’ labor and begins on the invoice date and ends twelve (12) months from that date. AMS’s obligation under this limited labor warranty extends solely to the labor required for the repair of components or systems deemed by AMS Performance to have been damaged as a result of an AMS employee’s negligence during installation of those components, systems, or existing components and systems.
All warranty returns must be pre-authorized by contacting AMS at (847) 709-0530. Parts deemed under warranty will be repaired or replaced by AMS at no cost to the customer. Payment of the cost of labor related to said repair/replacement is at the sole discretion of AMS and will only be covered by AMS where the AMS part or parts were originally installed or service was performed at the AMS facility located at 1760 Metoyer Court, West Chicago, Illinois, 60185. Labor/service performed at any other facility is at the sole discretion of that facility and is excluded from this warranty.
To file a warranty claim, AMS or the authorized dealer must be notified and the vehicle and/or part must be brought to AMS or the authorized dealer within seventy-two (72) hours of discovery of the defect, where feasible. Any returned merchandise shipped to AMS must be shipped with the AMS issued Return Authorization (RA) number clearly marked on the exterior of the shipping carton or package. Shipping charges to and from AMS are the responsibility of the customer.
To file a warranty claim, the part must be returned with proof of purchase, the customer name and address, type of car, year, odometer reading, and VIN number, the installation and removal date of the part, and the date the part was delivered. No claims will be considered without the aforementioned information and the original AMS part. Return freight charges must be prepaid. Collect charged returns will not be accepted. All parts replaced under warranty will become the sole property of AMS Performance.
EXCLUSIONS
Parts showing evidence of misapplication, abuse, misuse, improper maintenance, neglect, alterations from their original configuration, or failure to follow installation instructions are expressly not covered by this warranty. AMS reserves the right to make changes to products, or specifications at any time without obligation to modify earlier parts. No person, company, or other organization is authorized to assume for AMS any warranty responsibility or make binding judgments regarding warranties of any parts, which from time to time may become subject of a warranty claim.
The AMS Limited Product Warranty further excludes the following: Transportation and shipping charges, towing and rental car charges, damage to a component or assembly due to installation of replacement parts with specification(s) that differ in any material respect from the original vehicle manufacturer’s or AMS parts, damage resulting from the modification of an AMS part, damage resulting from the use of other manufacturer’s products in conjunction with AMS’ products or systems, damage to clutch or transmission components, maintenance services and parts when replaced during maintenance such as spark plugs, lubricants, fluids, engine tune-up parts, replacement filters, coolant and refrigerant, mechanical adjustments or repairs which result from normal wear and tear, drive belts, light bulbs, damage due to the failure to perform maintenance services at the specified intervals or in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual from the original vehicle manufacturer or AMS product instructions, damage attributed to negligence, improper installation, improper treatment contrary to the instructions in the owner’s manual from the original vehicle manufacturer or AMS product instructions, damage resulting from improper or contaminated fuel, damage to a AMS component as a result of a collision or repair, any vehicle/products operated and used in a competitive event, custom designed competition parts, incidental and /or consequential damages, including loss of time, inconvenience or loss of the use of the vehicle.
AMS’ Limited Product Warranty applies only to AMS vehicles and AMS products sold and installed through AMS Preferred Dealers and Installers.
LIMITED PACKAGE WARRANTY
This warranty applies to AMS packages and begins on the invoice date of part purchase and ends twelve (12) months or 12,000 miles from that date, whichever occurs first. Due to the variety of modifications and changes made to cars and/or engines that may affect the performance or durability of related components, AMS’s obligation under this warranty extends solely to the repair or replacement of a package or packages manufactured, installed and/or sold by AMS.
All warranty returns must be pre-authorized by contacting AMS at (847) 709-0530. Parts/packages deemed under warranty will be repaired or replaced by AMS at no cost to the customer Payment of the cost of labor related to said repair/replacement is at the sole direction of AMS and will only be covered by AMS in the event the AMS part or parts were originally installed or service was performed at the AMS facility located at 1760 Metoyer Court, West Chicago, Illinois, 60185. Labor/service performed at any other facility is at the sole discretion of that facility and is excluded from this warranty.
To file a warranty claim, AMS or the authorized dealer must be notified and the vehicle and/or part must be brought to AMS or the authorized dealer within seventy-two (72) hours of discovery of the defect, where feasible. Any returned merchandise shipped to AMS must be shipped with the AMS issued Return Authorization (RA) number clearly marked on the exterior of the shipping carton or package. Shipping charges to and from AMS are the responsibility of the customer.
To file a warranty claim, the part must be returned with proof of purchase, the customer name and address, type of car, year, odometer reading, and VIN number, the installation and removal date of the part, and the date the part was delivered. No claims will be considered without the aforementioned information and the original AMS part. Return freight charges must be prepaid. Collect charged returns will not be accepted. All parts replaced under warranty will become the sole property of AMS Performance.
EXCLUSIONS
Parts showing evidence of misapplication, abuse, misuse, improper maintenance, neglect, alterations from their original configuration, or failure to follow installation instructions are expressly not covered by this warranty.
AMS reserves the right to make changes to products, packages or specifications at any time without obligation to modify earlier installed products, packages or specifications. No person, company, or other organization is authorized to assume for AMS any warranty responsibility or make binding judgments regarding warranties of any parts, which from time to time may become subject of a warranty claim.
This AMS Limited Package Warranty further excludes the following: Transportation and shipping charges, towing and rental car charges, damage to a component or assembly due to installation of replacement parts with specification(s) that differ in any material respect from the original vehicle manufacturer’s or AMS parts, damage resulting from the modification of an AMS part, damage resulting from the use of other manufacturer’s products in conjunction with AMS’s products or systems, damage to clutch or transmission components, maintenance services and parts when replaced during maintenance such as spark plugs, lubricants, fluids, engine tune-up parts, replacement filters, coolant and refrigerant, mechanical adjustments or repairs which result from normal wear and tear, drive belts, light bulbs, damage due to the failure to perform maintenance services at the specified intervals or in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual from the original vehicle manufacturer or AMS product instructions, damage attributed to negligence, improper installation, improper treatment contrary to the instructions in the owner’s manual from the original vehicle manufacturer or AMS product instructions, damage resulting from improper or contaminated fuel, damage to a AMS component as a result of a collision or repair, any vehicle/products operated and used in a competitive event, custom designed competition parts, incidental and /or consequential damages, including loss of time, inconvenience or loss of the use of the vehicle.
AMS’ Limited Package Warranty applies only to AMS vehicles and AMS products and packages sold and installed through AMS Preferred Dealers and Installers.
This warranty applies to AMS parts and begins on the invoice date of part purchase and ends twelve (12) months or 12,000 miles from that date, whichever occurs first. Due to the variety of modifications and changes made to cars and/or engines that may affect the performance or durability of related components, AMS’s obligation under this warranty extends solely to the repair or replacement parts manufactured by AMS.
This warranty applies to AMS’ labor and begins on the invoice date and ends twelve (12) months from that date. AMS’s obligation under this limited labor warranty extends solely to the labor required for the repair of components or systems deemed by AMS Performance to have been damaged as a result of an AMS employee’s negligence during installation of those components, systems, or existing components and systems.
All warranty returns must be pre-authorized by contacting AMS at (847) 709-0530. Parts deemed under warranty will be repaired or replaced by AMS at no cost to the customer. Payment of the cost of labor related to said repair/replacement is at the sole discretion of AMS and will only be covered by AMS where the AMS part or parts were originally installed or service was performed at the AMS facility located at 1760 Metoyer Court, West Chicago, Illinois, 60185. Labor/service performed at any other facility is at the sole discretion of that facility and is excluded from this warranty.
To file a warranty claim, AMS or the authorized dealer must be notified and the vehicle and/or part must be brought to AMS or the authorized dealer within seventy-two (72) hours of discovery of the defect, where feasible. Any returned merchandise shipped to AMS must be shipped with the AMS issued Return Authorization (RA) number clearly marked on the exterior of the shipping carton or package. Shipping charges to and from AMS are the responsibility of the customer.
To file a warranty claim, the part must be returned with proof of purchase, the customer name and address, type of car, year, odometer reading, and VIN number, the installation and removal date of the part, and the date the part was delivered. No claims will be considered without the aforementioned information and the original AMS part. Return freight charges must be prepaid. Collect charged returns will not be accepted. All parts replaced under warranty will become the sole property of AMS Performance.
EXCLUSIONS
Parts showing evidence of misapplication, abuse, misuse, improper maintenance, neglect, alterations from their original configuration, or failure to follow installation instructions are expressly not covered by this warranty. AMS reserves the right to make changes to products, or specifications at any time without obligation to modify earlier parts. No person, company, or other organization is authorized to assume for AMS any warranty responsibility or make binding judgments regarding warranties of any parts, which from time to time may become subject of a warranty claim.
The AMS Limited Product Warranty further excludes the following: Transportation and shipping charges, towing and rental car charges, damage to a component or assembly due to installation of replacement parts with specification(s) that differ in any material respect from the original vehicle manufacturer’s or AMS parts, damage resulting from the modification of an AMS part, damage resulting from the use of other manufacturer’s products in conjunction with AMS’ products or systems, damage to clutch or transmission components, maintenance services and parts when replaced during maintenance such as spark plugs, lubricants, fluids, engine tune-up parts, replacement filters, coolant and refrigerant, mechanical adjustments or repairs which result from normal wear and tear, drive belts, light bulbs, damage due to the failure to perform maintenance services at the specified intervals or in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual from the original vehicle manufacturer or AMS product instructions, damage attributed to negligence, improper installation, improper treatment contrary to the instructions in the owner’s manual from the original vehicle manufacturer or AMS product instructions, damage resulting from improper or contaminated fuel, damage to a AMS component as a result of a collision or repair, any vehicle/products operated and used in a competitive event, custom designed competition parts, incidental and /or consequential damages, including loss of time, inconvenience or loss of the use of the vehicle.
AMS’ Limited Product Warranty applies only to AMS vehicles and AMS products sold and installed through AMS Preferred Dealers and Installers.
LIMITED PACKAGE WARRANTY
This warranty applies to AMS packages and begins on the invoice date of part purchase and ends twelve (12) months or 12,000 miles from that date, whichever occurs first. Due to the variety of modifications and changes made to cars and/or engines that may affect the performance or durability of related components, AMS’s obligation under this warranty extends solely to the repair or replacement of a package or packages manufactured, installed and/or sold by AMS.
All warranty returns must be pre-authorized by contacting AMS at (847) 709-0530. Parts/packages deemed under warranty will be repaired or replaced by AMS at no cost to the customer Payment of the cost of labor related to said repair/replacement is at the sole direction of AMS and will only be covered by AMS in the event the AMS part or parts were originally installed or service was performed at the AMS facility located at 1760 Metoyer Court, West Chicago, Illinois, 60185. Labor/service performed at any other facility is at the sole discretion of that facility and is excluded from this warranty.
To file a warranty claim, AMS or the authorized dealer must be notified and the vehicle and/or part must be brought to AMS or the authorized dealer within seventy-two (72) hours of discovery of the defect, where feasible. Any returned merchandise shipped to AMS must be shipped with the AMS issued Return Authorization (RA) number clearly marked on the exterior of the shipping carton or package. Shipping charges to and from AMS are the responsibility of the customer.
To file a warranty claim, the part must be returned with proof of purchase, the customer name and address, type of car, year, odometer reading, and VIN number, the installation and removal date of the part, and the date the part was delivered. No claims will be considered without the aforementioned information and the original AMS part. Return freight charges must be prepaid. Collect charged returns will not be accepted. All parts replaced under warranty will become the sole property of AMS Performance.
EXCLUSIONS
Parts showing evidence of misapplication, abuse, misuse, improper maintenance, neglect, alterations from their original configuration, or failure to follow installation instructions are expressly not covered by this warranty.
AMS reserves the right to make changes to products, packages or specifications at any time without obligation to modify earlier installed products, packages or specifications. No person, company, or other organization is authorized to assume for AMS any warranty responsibility or make binding judgments regarding warranties of any parts, which from time to time may become subject of a warranty claim.
This AMS Limited Package Warranty further excludes the following: Transportation and shipping charges, towing and rental car charges, damage to a component or assembly due to installation of replacement parts with specification(s) that differ in any material respect from the original vehicle manufacturer’s or AMS parts, damage resulting from the modification of an AMS part, damage resulting from the use of other manufacturer’s products in conjunction with AMS’s products or systems, damage to clutch or transmission components, maintenance services and parts when replaced during maintenance such as spark plugs, lubricants, fluids, engine tune-up parts, replacement filters, coolant and refrigerant, mechanical adjustments or repairs which result from normal wear and tear, drive belts, light bulbs, damage due to the failure to perform maintenance services at the specified intervals or in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual from the original vehicle manufacturer or AMS product instructions, damage attributed to negligence, improper installation, improper treatment contrary to the instructions in the owner’s manual from the original vehicle manufacturer or AMS product instructions, damage resulting from improper or contaminated fuel, damage to a AMS component as a result of a collision or repair, any vehicle/products operated and used in a competitive event, custom designed competition parts, incidental and /or consequential damages, including loss of time, inconvenience or loss of the use of the vehicle.
AMS’ Limited Package Warranty applies only to AMS vehicles and AMS products and packages sold and installed through AMS Preferred Dealers and Installers.
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