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AIRAID AIR-401-256 Cold Air Dam Air Intake

The AIRAID AIR-401-256 Cold Air Dam (CAD) Air Intake is designed to supercharge your engine's performance by delivering a larger volume of cooler air. This innovative system not only enhances horsepower and torque but also maintains the original air filter location, ensuring a seamless fit. With a massive open-element air inlet safeguarded by Cold Air Dam panels, your engine receives a consistent flow of cooler outside air, crucial for optimal performance.

Key Features

  • Air Filter Color: Red
  • Air Filter Material: Non-Woven Synthetic
  • Air Filter Outlet Shape: Round
  • CARB EO Number: D-609-18
  • Clamp Material: Stainless Steel
  • Clamp Style: Worm Gear
  • Clamps Included: 4
  • Couplers Included: 2
  • Intake Pipe Color / Finish: Black
  • Intake Pipe Material: High-Density Polyethylene
  • Product Style: AIRAID Intake Kit
  • Replacement Filter: 721-478
  • Weight: 11.5 lb (5.2 kg)

Benefits of the AIRAID CAD System

The Cold Air Dam panels function as an effective heat shield, keeping the intake air cool and isolated from the heat of the engine compartment. This design not only optimizes air intake temperature but also utilizes factory cold air inlet ducts, enhancing overall efficiency. Plus, the 360-degree conical AIRAID premium air filter is washable and reusable, providing superior filtration compared to traditional paper filters.

Installation Made Easy

Installing the AIRAID Cold Air Dam Air Intake is straightforward and can be accomplished with common hand tools. This user-friendly design ensures that you can upgrade your vehicle's intake system without the need for professional assistance.

Legal Information

This intake system is compliant with California emissions standards, featuring CARB EO number D-609-18, making it legal for sale and use in California and other states that adopt similar regulations. Always check the product's vehicle applications to confirm legal status for your specific vehicle.

Customer Feedback

Many users have praised the AIRAID AIR-401-256 for its noticeable performance boost and ease of installation. One customer noted, "The power increase was immediate; I could feel the difference on the highway." Another shared, "Installation was a breeze, and the engine sounds fantastic now!"

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Vehicle Make/Model
Ford F-250 2008-2009 XLT
Ford F-250 2008-2009 Flotillera
Ford F-250 2008-2009 XL
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2008-2010 XL
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2008-2010 King Ranch
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2008-2010 FX4
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2008-2010 Lariat
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2008-2010 XLT
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2008-2010 Harley-Davidson Edition
Ford F-250 Super Duty 2009-2010 Cabela's
Ford F-350 2008-2009 XL
Ford F-350 2008-2009 XLT
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2008-2010 King Ranch
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2008-2010 Lariat
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2008-2010 Harley-Davidson Edition
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2008-2010 XL
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2008-2010 XLT
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2008-2009 FX4
Ford F-350 Super Duty 2009-2010 Cabela's

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Who is Airaid?

Airaid is an aftermarket company that manufactures air filters and air intake systems for various vehicles. Founded in 1997, their filters are designed to work in any kind of environment, may it be the sand dunes, mud bogs, snowy slopes, and other harsh terrains. 

Their filters are not just used for offroading purposes but at the race track as well. You can see it being used by various drag cars and track cars too. Over the years, Airaid has established itself as a company that provides top quality products and has since become a leader in its market segment.

Engines Need to Breathe Too

Like humans, your car engine needs to properly breathe as well. Imagine running with your nose clogged. Hard isn’t it? That goes the same for your engine. 

A clogged air intake system would not just hinder the engine but might cause some unnecessary damage as well. Airaid aims to provide a better solution to these by creating products that would help restrict airflow.

Continuous Research for Innovation

Airaid has always pushed itself to find better ways on how to improve an engine’s airflow. They have created products such as throttle body spacers that complements their high-performance air intake systems. 

Their own air filters dubbed Synthaflow and Synthamax are proven to be more efficient against its competitors. The company is committed to providing the best product that they have created a special team known as the H-PAS Development Team. This team focuses on High-Performance Air Systems.

Purchase Airaid at Vivid Racing

Don’t restrict your vehicle’s full potential and upgrade your vehicle’s air intake system with Airaid. Designed to perform, you know that you have a product that helps your vehicle’s performance. Visit Vivid Racing and check out the list suitable for your needs.





Araid has the following 4 available warranties:
  • AIRAID "NO-HASSLE" LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
  • AIRAID 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
  • AIRAID 90-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY
  • AIRAID 12-MONTH / 24,000 MILE LIMITED WARRANTY

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY CAN ALSO BE FOUND ONLINE AT www.airaid.com/warranty. WE LIMIT THE DURATION AND REMEDIES OF ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS.

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