Will the Charge Pipe Kit for Acura MDX Type S fit a standard MDX?

No. HPS lists part number 17-163 for the 2022-2026 Acura MDX Type S 3.0L Turbo only, the turbocharged J30AC version of the fourth-generation MDX. HPS does not list the standard MDX for this kit, so confirm the Type S badge and 3.0L Turbo engine before ordering.

Does the kit replace both charge pipes?

Yes. The kit includes the hot side pipe, which carries boost from the turbocharger to the intercooler, and the cold side pipe, which carries cooled air from the intercooler to the engine. HPS builds the cold side from 3-inch aluminum tubing and the hot side from 2.5-inch tubing.

Is a tune needed after installing the Charge Pipe Kit for Acura MDX Type S?

No. HPS describes the installation as one that does not require a retune. HPS credits the Charge Pipe Kit for Acura MDX Type S with sharper throttle response and reduced turbo lag but publishes no dyno figures, so it is best judged as a boost path upgrade rather than a promised power gain.

What keeps the couplers in place under boost?

Each aluminum pipe has bead-rolled ends, a raised lip that stops a coupler sliding off as boost pressure rises. HPS pairs the pipes with its high temperature 4-ply reinforced silicone couplers and 100% stainless steel embossed hose clamps, all supplied in the kit.

How is the kit installed?

HPS calls it an easy bolt-on installation that needs no additional modifications, and supplies digital installation instructions. The job means removing the factory hot and cold side pipes and fitting the HPS pipes with the supplied couplers and clamps. HPS does not quote an install time for this kit.

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HPS Hot and Cold Side Intercooler Charge Pipe Kit for Acura MDX Type S 3.0L Turbo

HPS’s Hot and Cold Side Intercooler Charge Pipe Kit for Acura MDX Type S 3.0L Turbo replaces both factory charge pipes on the 2022-2026 fourth-generation MDX Type S with mandrel-bent aluminum: a 3-inch cold side and a 2.5-inch hot side, each with bead-rolled ends. HPS joins them with its 4-ply silicone couplers and stainless steel embossed clamps, and says the J30AC V6 needs no retune afterward. It suits a Type S owner who wants sharper throttle response and a boost path built to stay sealed.

Design and Performance

HPS publishes no dyno figures for this kit, so treat it as a boost path upgrade rather than a power part with a number attached. HPS credits it with sharper throttle response and reduced turbo lag. The more boost the MDX makes, the more a sealed aluminum path with bead-rolled ends matters, which makes the kit a sensible first step on a Type S headed for a tune.

Features

Replaces both the hot side and cold side factory charge pipes in one kit
Mandrel-bent aluminum tubing for durability and optimized airflow
Bead-rolled pipe ends that keep the couplers sealed under boost
Bolt-on installation with no additional modifications and no retune, according to HPS
Offered in black, blue, red or polished

Specifications

Cold side tube size: 3 in
Hot side tube size: 2-1/2 in
Pipe material: Aircraft grade aluminum
Couplers: 4-ply reinforced silicone
Shipping weight: 6 lb
Shipping box: 20 x 12 x 10 in
Warranty: 2 years
HPS part number: 17-163

What’s Included

HPS aluminum hot side and cold side charge pipes
HPS high temperature reinforced silicone couplers
HPS stainless steel embossed hose clamps
Digital installation instructions

Applications

Acura MDX Type S: 2022-2026 | 3.0L V6 Turbo J30AC

Notes

Sold as one complete kit with both charge pipes, couplers and clamps
HPS lists this kit for the 2022-2026 MDX Type S 3.0L Turbo only
HPS publishes no horsepower or torque figures for this Charge Pipe Kit for Acura MDX Type S
Installation instructions are supplied in digital form

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the Charge Pipe Kit for Acura MDX Type S fit a standard MDX? No. HPS lists part number 17-163 for the 2022-2026 Acura MDX Type S 3.0L Turbo only, the turbocharged J30AC version of the fourth-generation MDX. HPS does not list the standard MDX for this kit, so confirm the Type S badge and 3.0L Turbo engine before ordering.
Does the kit replace both charge pipes? Yes. The kit includes the hot side pipe, which carries boost from the turbocharger to the intercooler, and the cold side pipe, which carries cooled air from the intercooler to the engine. HPS builds the cold side from 3-inch aluminum tubing and the hot side from 2.5-inch tubing.
Is a tune needed after installing the Charge Pipe Kit for Acura MDX Type S? No. HPS describes the installation as one that does not require a retune. HPS credits the Charge Pipe Kit for Acura MDX Type S with sharper throttle response and reduced turbo lag but publishes no dyno figures, so it is best judged as a boost path upgrade rather than a promised power gain.
What keeps the couplers in place under boost? Each aluminum pipe has bead-rolled ends, a raised lip that stops a coupler sliding off as boost pressure rises. HPS pairs the pipes with its high temperature 4-ply reinforced silicone couplers and 100% stainless steel embossed hose clamps, all supplied in the kit.
How is the kit installed? HPS calls it an easy bolt-on installation that needs no additional modifications, and supplies digital installation instructions. The job means removing the factory hot and cold side pipes and fitting the HPS pipes with the supplied couplers and clamps. HPS does not quote an install time for this kit.

About HPS Performance

HPS Performance is a California manufacturer based in Irwindale, with more than 5,000 parts in metric and standard sizes, from reinforced silicone hoses and stainless steel clamps to aluminum intake tubing and complete air intake kits. Its multi-ply hoses are built to the SAE J20 coolant hose standard, and new kits are developed with SolidWorks CAD modelling, 3D scanning, CNC machining and dyno testing. HPS lists a two-year warranty on its intake and hose kits.

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Items that are in stock in the US, either at Bulletproof’s warehouse or at a supplier’s warehouse, are generally delivered within 7-10 days. Special order items from overseas take considerably longer. As a courtesy Bulletproof offers delivery estimates to our customers which take into consideration manufacturer availability and shipping schedule. These estimates represent our best guess based on previous orders from the manufacturer and do not in any way imply a guaranteed delivery window. Many manufacturers work in a “just in time” inventory system and often take 2-20+ weeks to produce an item once an order is submitted. All deliverable items are then sent to our Japanese warehouse. Bulletproof ships a minimum of one full ocean freight container every month from Japan, oftentimes more than one a month. Ocean freight takes an average of 4 weeks. Typically it breaks down to one week in Japan for paperwork and customs, two weeks by boat and one week in US customs/clearance. Due to the wide number of variables between manufacturer and shipping schedules, delivery estimates are simply just that – estimates. We attempt to estimate conservatively and we usually deliver faster than our estimates suggest. It is not Bulletproof’s policy to guarantee delivery time of any special order item, this is impossible for us to do. By ordering you acknowledge that there is no required delivery ETA and an order may not be canceled or altered due to manufacturing or shipping delays, all ETA’s are provided as a best guess only. Please review the full Terms & Conditions here.

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We do pricing a little differently on our JDM brands and we believe in making things simple and clear. No hidden fees or surcharges. Every price you see includes the shipping cost to our office in Los Angeles, California and all the associated taxes/duties/fees for bringing the products into the US. The only shipping you ever pay is from our facility in the US to your location. Be wary of resellers that don’t include the cost of international shipping in their pricing on JDM parts. While we believe we’ll always have the lowest all-in price on JDM products, we offer a price match guarantee for all authentic parts purchased from authorized dealers as well. For many international customers, it’s much more affordable to ship from the USA than from Japan directly, as the air freight and ocean freight costs are typically much less. However, for customers looking to ship directly from Japan outside of North America, or domestically in Japan, we can provide pricing specifically for that scenario. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any pricing questions or concerns. Please email us at sales@bulletproofautomotive.com with any inquiries.

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