42 Draft Designs Mk7 Golf/GTI High-Flow Intake System (NLA)

Serious Gains From A Serious Intake

42 Draft Designs has long avoided the crowded air intake marketplace. In order for an intake project to captivate our attention, the goal must be difficult to achieve. We set out to create a high quality intake with a clean look that truly delivers. Although the process was far from simple, the finished product exceeds our expectations with ease.

This High-Flow Intake System combines an oversized air filter with an engineered velocity stack in an accurately shaped heatshield. Precision machining, fabrication, and finishing methods are used throughout. The result is an air intake system that delivers serious gains and looks the part.

To understand how it works, let’s take a look at the construction. Starting at the MAF, an adaptor slides over the MAF while a silicone o-ring creates a seal. Our velocity stack slides through the heatshield and attaches to the MAF adaptor with an o-ring seal. The velocity stack represents the heart of the intake, drawing air equally from all sides and accelerating it to the opening of the MAF. An oversized air filter properly fits the velocity stack, minimally restricting airflow. The heatshield represents the backbone of the intake, holding the components together, mounting to the engine bay, and shielding the filter from engine bay temperatures.

The entire system assembles and installs with perfection thanks to the extensive craftsmanship used to create each component. The MAF adaptor and velocity stack are CNC machined from 6061 aluminum. O-ring grooves are utilized and contours follow the OEM MAF flange. The heatshield is constructed from waterjet cut 304 stainless steel. Each piece is fitted and TIG welded on precision tooling to assure accurate fitment. The heatshield is finished with a satin black powdercoat and stainless steel hardware is used to assemble the components.

Installed in the engine bay, our intake appears oversized and robust. On the road, our intake unleashes power and sound. The diverter valve is audible and the sound created by the velocity stack can only be described as vicious. Substantial power gains can be felt throughout the power band with no loss of low-end torque.

We set out to create a serious air intake system and we're confident that we've succeeded. To learn more about our High-Flow Intake System, follow the tabs above.

Construction

• CNC Machined 6061 Aluminum
• CNC Waterjet Cut 304 Stainless Steel
• Mandrel Bent 304 Stainless Steel Tubing
• TIG Welded Construction
• Silicone O-Ring & Gasket
• 100% Stainless Steel Hardware
• Satin Black Powdercoat Finish

Includes

• Velocity Stack
• Intake Elbow
• Heatshield
• K&N Cone Filter
• SAI Filter
• SAI Filter Adaptor
• Mounting Hardware

This High-Flow Intake system is known to fit the following vehicles:

• 2015+ Mk7 GTI 2.0T TSI
• 2015+ Mk7 Golf 1.8T TSI

Due to the undeveloped nature of the Mk7 platform, additional fitments cannot be added until new models are released in the US and tested by 42 Draft Designs. Please do not order this air intake to "test fit" on a similar vehicle without first contacting 42 Draft Designs for approval.

*Model years listed are based on US models. European model years may differ. If shopping for a vehicle sold outside the US please match chassis designation before matching model year.

42 Draft Design is a manufacturer of high performance parts and accessories for VW, Audi, Porsche, and BMW vehicles. From exhaust and intakes to custom catch cans and billet aluminum engine parts, 42 Draft Designs covers it all and prides themselves on never cutting corners, always delivering the best possible products to enthusiasts.

42 Draft Designs products are manufactured from scratch in Millersville, MD. We use high-quality American-made materials throughout our products, manufacturing in-house every component possible. When necessary to outsource, we start with American companies that manufacture their products in the USA. Our modest manufacturing facility is staffed by a team of 12 machinists, metal fabricators, and TIG welders trained to work in exacting precision. From design to manufacturing we never rush, cut corners, or take shortcuts.

Due to growing demand for our products, lead times may exist.

Most items with a lead time are considered 'Made To Order' items and are subject to an early cancelation fee and a restocking fee if returned.