2017-2021 Honda Civic Type-R FK8 Titanium Turbocharger Inlet Pipe Kit - Black Thermal Coated

The PRL Motorsports FK8 Titanium Turbocharger Inlet Pipe Kit is designed to address a critical restriction in the factory intake tract on the 2017-2021 Honda Civic Type-R FK8 platform. This version features our titanium inlet pipe finished in a Black Thermal Coated treatment, combining the lightweight strength and precision fitment of titanium with advanced thermal management.

The OEM turbo inlet path is limited in both diameter and geometry, creating a bottleneck as airflow approaches the turbocharger. Our solution replaces that section with a larger diameter, smooth-transition titanium inlet designed to promote consistent airflow into the compressor. The result is improved efficiency and increased performance potential across the powerband.

This Black Thermal Coated version utilizes Techline’s Polyphen Thermal Dispersant coating. This coating is engineered to rapidly disperse heat away from the inlet pipe surface, helping reduce localized heat soak while distributing heat more evenly. By managing temperatures more effectively in a high-heat engine bay, the system supports cooler intake conditions and improved consistency during aggressive driving.

Key Features

• Titanium Turbo Inlet Pipe Construction
  • Lightweight titanium construction for reduced mass
  • High strength and durability for long-term performance
  • Excellent resistance to heat and harsh engine bay conditions
• Black Thermal Coated Finish (Techline Polyphen Thermal Dispersant)
  • Rapidly disperses heat away from the coated surface
  • Promotes even heat distribution across the component
  • Helps reduce heat soak within the intake tract
    
  • Strong chemical and corrosion resistance
  • Durable black finish for a clean, refined engine bay appearance
• Increased Internal Diameter and Optimized Geometry
  • Larger diameter than OEM inlet path to reduce restriction
  • Smooth transitions to improve airflow efficiency into the turbocharger
• Improved Turbocharger Efficiency
  • Supports quicker spool characteristics
  • Promotes more consistent airflow delivery under load
• High-Quality Couplers and Hardware
  • High-temp multi-ply silicone couplers for durability
  • Stainless steel clamps for secure, leak-free connections under boost

Fitments

• 2017-2021 Honda Civic Type-R FK8
  

What’s Included

• (1) Cast Aluminum Inlet Piece
• (1) 80mm OD Titanium Inlet Pipe (Black Thermal Coated)
• (2) High-Temp 4-Ply Silicone Couplers
• (6) 304 Stainless Steel Interlocking Worm Clamps

Important Notes

• NO ECU CALIBRATION REQUIRED
• ONLY COMPATIBLE WITH PRL HIGH VOLUME INTAKE
• (HVI Customers are to Use the Supplied Injection Molded Evap Purge Fitting with their HVI)