FITMENT
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2011-2016 Ford F-250 6.7L Powerstroke Diesel
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2011-2016 Ford F-350 6.7L Powerstroke Diesel
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2011-2016 Ford F-450 6.7L Powerstroke Diesel
DESCRIPTION
Product Overview
- Built for hard-working Super Duty trucks, the factory intake system places restrictive baffles and small-diameter plastic tubing between the atmosphere and the turbocharger. This stock plumbing slows down air velocity, forcing the turbo to work harder to achieve target boost—especially when towing heavy loads or accelerating on steep grades.
- This high-flow cold air intake system replaces the restrictive factory airbox with a smooth, black powder-coated aluminum tube paired with a high-capacity dry synthetic filter. By establishing a direct, uninterrupted path for cool air straight to the turbo compressor, it improves throttle response, reduces turbo lag off the line, and helps maintain cooler Exhaust Gas Temperatures (EGTs) during heavy-duty hauling.
Key Features
- Mandrel-Bent Aluminum Intake Tube: Designed with a smooth internal profile that eliminates sharp transitions and restrictive factory bends, delivering a steady, high-velocity stream of cool air straight to the turbo inlet.
- Electrostatically applied and oven-cured for superior heat and scratch resistance, providing a stealthy, factory-like appearance under the hood.
- Features multi-layer synthetic media that captures fine particulates without needing oil—eliminating any risk of oil residue contaminating turbo components while simplifying regular maintenance.
- Traps silica dust, dirt, and abrasive road particulates before they reach the compressor, protecting turbo blades and keeping internal intake components clean.
- The oversized filter element maximizes air intake volume and dust-holding capacity, ensuring consistent airflow performance even under dusty job-site conditions.
FAQ
Q: Will installing this cold air intake trigger a Check Engine Light (CEL)?
A: No. The intake pipe maintains ideal internal dimensions around the sensor mounts to ensure air mass readings remain within factory tolerance limits. The ECU adapts automatically to the increased airflow for safe, code-free operation right out of the box.
Q: Is this cold air intake fully compatible with factory engine connections?
A: Yes. The aluminum intake pipe features pre-engineered mounting ports designed to integrate seamlessly with your factory crankcase and sensor line connections, maintaining proper system function without modification.
Q: Does this intake kit require a custom ECU tune or chip?
A: No tune is required. This intake is a true direct bolt-on upgrade engineered to operate safely on stock engine calibration. However, if you already run a custom tuner, the high-flow design provides ample airflow headroom to support those performance gains.
Q: Is the installation difficult, and does it require permanent modifications?
A: Not at all. The kit is designed to utilize existing factory mounting locations in the engine bay. It includes a custom black powder-coated mounting bracket, multi-layer silicone couplers, and heavy-duty clamps for a straightforward installation with standard hand tools.
Q: How do I clean and maintain the high-flow dry synthetic filter?
A: Maintenance is quick and clean. Because it utilizes a dry synthetic filter element, no filter oil is needed—eliminating the risk of oil saturation on turbo components. Simply remove the filter, gently tap off loose dust and dirt (or rinse with water), allow it to air-dry completely, and reinstall.
