Tacoma Sxth Element Intake: 30-Min Install with Killer Turbo Whoosh

Rico's4G · 2025-08-30T06:36:04+00:00

Wanted to have a discussion on the kind of gas other Taco owners use for their trucks. I'm well aware that the electronic control module in most Toyotas is tuned for 87 octane, which is peak efficiency. Higher octane gas doesn't necessarily improve performance. Instead, octane ratings indicate how resistant the fuel is to pre-ignition. Also, I think modern engines have sensors that can help prevent pre-ignition, but there's still a small chance it can happen. Just an open discussion, let me know what kind of gas you use for your Taco.

h4ngman tacoma

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Jul 30, 2025

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I have always loved my truck's turbo noises, so I picked the Sxth Element Intake for my Tacoma.

It's one of the simplest intake I've ever put in. It took less than 30 minutes, plus cleanup included.

The truck made a few sound clips with the windows up. It's really loud, especially the seat next to the driver.

I like the whoosh sound tho, it completely changes how it feels to drive.