For owners of VQ35DE powered 350Zs that don't want to go to a cold air intake (CAI), AEM has developed a short ram intake system with a heatshield to increase power and prevent heat soak. AEM Short Ram intakes are underhood systems that deliver unmatched performance, value and ease of installation. They are designed to outperform every comparable intake system on the market, are CARB exempt. AEM 03-06 350Z Short Ram Intakes are constructed of lightweight aircraft aluminum and mandrel bent for maximum flow and are manufactured and assembled in the USA.