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How I Built a True Cold Air Box for My K5 | DIY Enclosed Airbox for $40 (Kia K5 GT-Line 1.6T)

Tired of your K&N intake sucking in hot engine bay air? In this detailed video, I show you how I turned my K&N hot box into a true cold air box for under $40 using sheet metal, creativity, and a whole lot of hands-on fabrication. K&N only gives you a partial kit, which boosts sound but doesn't fully shield against heat. I walk you through how to build a fully enclosed airbox (minus the top which is closed by the hood) that improves airflow and protects intake temps from engine heat. What you’ll learn in this video: • Why the K&N box isn’t fully sealed (and why that matters) • How to use cardstock templates to custom-fit your airbox • Sheet metal cutting, bending, and fitting without fancy tools • How to mount with rivets, L-brackets, and edge-safe hose guards • How to protect wiring and avoid vibration wear • Painting the airbox with VHT high-temp matte black paint • Final fit test + install walkthrough • Free template download link via K5 Owners Forum (linked below) Materials used: • 18x12" sheet metal - Steel Works Plated Sheet (26GA) H# 11179 • VHT High Temperature Engine Enamel (choose your color) • Duralast fuel hose (for edge protection) - Duralast 50054 3/16” fuel EMI hose (3 ft) • Rivet gun + brake cleaner • Basic cutting and shaping tools Total cost? Around $40. Time investment? A few hours spread over 2 days. 4 hours to build a template and model, test, and revise. 2 hours to fabricate and paint. 45-minute install. End result? A fully enclosed airbox that matches your engine bay and improves performance potential. This DIY project is perfect for: • Kia K5 GT-Line & 1.6T owners • K&N intake users looking to improve heat management • Anyone wanting functional, budget-friendly engine bay mods 👇 Full parts list and free downloadable template in the description. Let me know how it works for you—or share your build in the comments! #KiaK5GTLine #KiaK5Mods #ColdAirIntake #CustomAirbox #DIYAirbox #K5Performance #K5IntakeMod #TrueColdAir #KNIntakeFix #HotAirSolution #BudgetCarMods #Kia16T #TurboHeatShield #SheetMetalFab #K5DIYMods #EngineBayUpgrades #DIYCarProjects #HeatShieldMod #K5GTLineBuild #ColdAirBoxBuild TIMESTAMPS 00:30 Overview of the issue 01:10 Parts and supplies needed 01:35 Create a paper template and model 19:13 Additional recommended supplies 19:32 Fabricating the sheet metal 22:37 Prepare and paint the airbox 27:05 Install the airbox Link to template on the K5 Owners forum as a free download https://www.k5owners.com/threads/fabr... Print the model and test fit before you cut the sheet metal. This video is for educational purposes only. Vehicle: 2021-2024 Kia K5 GT-Line (DL3) 1.6T AWD (Engine and exhaust parts are interchangeable with 2019-2024 Hyundai Sonata (DN8) 1.6T) Current Mods: K&N Cold Air Intake - High-flow, Aluminum; Custom 3" Aluminum Turbo Inlet; Borla Cat-Back Exhaust System S-Type; Ark Performance GT-S Lowering Springs Body Mods: Ikon Motorsports Front Bumper Lip, Rear Bumper Lip, Side Skirts; Cuztom Tuning KDM R Rear Spoiler; iJDMTOY Black-Out Smoked Lens Front Bumper Side Marker lights; 18x8.5 Silver Aodhan AH-X Wheels; G2 High Temperature Brake Caliper Paint Connect with me in the K5 Owners Forum https://www.k5owners.com/members/k5gt... *For the technically gifted* Hardware used: IPhone 13 Pro (camera) MacBook Pro Editing Software: Adobe Premiere Rush Adobe Photoshop (thumbnails) Music: Dyalla - 368 by LIMO Recording Studio