2013 GT owners, no more worries about water on your filter.

At JLT we purchased a 2013 GT shop car back in March and use it for testing. After many miles, driving in the rain and car washes we have not seen any adverse affects to the vents letting water in, we understand the customers concern.

Instead of jumping in and redesigning our heat shields we thought it from every angle. We have 2 kits for the 2011+ 5.0, one for the N/A (non supercharged) and one for the supercharged cars. This means two new shields specific to the 2013, two more part numbers and higher prices for the 2013 kits.

We don't want to raise the price and what if you go from a 2011 to a 2013 like many have done? Now you have to purchase a new kit and with 2013 specific kits it's a headache for dealers as they need to stock more and make sure the customer gets the correct kit.

So how do we stop the water from getting to the filter, but still allow engine heat to escape?
Stop it at the hood!

With the aid of a computerized water jet, we cut closed cell foam rubber slightly larger that the exact shape of the cut out in the hood insulator.
This material is good from -40* to 200*F, is resistant to water, light oil contact, ozone, alkalis and acids, making them a good choice for general enclosure door gaskets.

When inserted in the hood liner the foam plug expands creating a water tight seal just over the area of the cold air intake filter. When the rain water comes in it drains out the rear of the vent outside of the heat shield area, keeping the filter perfectly dry. Also being black it blends in nicely and will not look like an add on part.

This is our answer to the 2013's letting water get on the filter and we hope it will put your mind at ease too.

As of 11/19/12 all JLT intakes for the 2011 GT including N/A and Supercharged will include this at no added charge.

We are supplying 2013 JLT intake owners this part FREE of charge as well.

To get yours send us a copy of your invoice (if purchased from a JLT dealer) or give us a call if you purchased direct and we'll get one right out.
Email Info@JLTtruecoldair.com or call 757 335 1940


Not a JLT customer, but want the added protection, no problem. You can order this part online here: JLT Hood Insert plug


Here's a video showing you how it works:

 

Bravo.

 

Nice

 

My only concern is how much water can it take before the foam gets water logged? (Tried rubber?)

You did the hose test for 30 or so seconds. What happens in a hour long down pour? Love the idea and love that green beast!

 

Nothing to be concerned with, we knew people would ask this too.

The area is very small, only a couple ounces of water can puddle here. Now think about this, the hood insulator is pretty flat with a slight angle forward.
When you drive with an open drink, what happens to the liquid in the cup?
As you move forward it wants to come out the back, as you stop it wants to come out the front, turn left, turn tight and so on.

Simple driving will push the water out of the little pocket it's sitting in or just lift the hood.
Wash your car? Lift the hood
Drive home in a heavy rain, I don't think anything will be in there, but Lift your hood.

Drive more aggressive than a grandma and you'll be just fine.

Thanks
Jay

 

looks great, just wish I could actually use my CAI in my '13 GT... (cam tune surge and stall issues)

 

Cam tunes are not worth dealing with, more trouble than they are worth. Good luck.

 

Kinda what I'm thinking at this point.

That does look like a good fix for the water problem, if it actually is a major concern for anyone.

 

Funny how something so simple is "ground breaking" concerning the 13s, haha. I mean this is a better solution, rather than restricting the air flow with shields and plates.

With AM running their Black Friday & Cyber Monday deal on this CAI...Tucker will JLT provide the plug for purchases from AM?

 

Thank you and yes,

All 2011+ JLT kits come with the insert, but as you know A/M is a stocking dealer, so they will have some without the insert.

All you have to do is send us a copy of the invoice and we'll ship it to you for free.

Thanks
Jay

 

Well done sir

 

I haven't seen enough water in the front corner to be a concern. What I saw was when the hood is opened, that couple of ounces runs out the back and on the right side lands on top of the battery.

 

I agree, we have had our 13 since March without issue, but some have seen a need and have a concern. So this was the best and easiest fix possible, oh and it's free to the customer

 

JLT FTW