K&N Air Intake for 2015 & 2016 Ford F-150 Trucks Offers Estimated Boost of 12.7 Horsepower
- 6 Dec 2016
The 2015 and 2016 versions weigh less than previous F-150s because they are made of high-strength military-grade, aluminum-alloy on a steel frame. They offer 12,200-pounds of towing capability, 3,300-pound payload, improved power-to-weight ratio, and a five star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Four engines power the trucks. A new 2.7-liter turbocharged EcoBoost V6 that delivers 325-horsepower and 375-lb-ft of torque, a new 3.5-liter Ti-VCT V6 that produces 282-horsepower and 253-lb-ft of torque, a 3.5-liter Twin-Turbo EcoBoost V6 that delivers 365-horsepower and 420-lb-ft of torque, and a 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8 that generates 385-horsepower and 387-lb-ft of torque. The bed of the truck includes a new BoxLink flexible, configurable universal pickup box that contains an e-Track™ cargo management system and LED box lights. The bed includes stowable loading ramps, remote tailgate release, integrated tailgate step with lift assist, and deployable box side steps. The 2016 model is equipped with a Ford Sync 3 infotainment system while the 2015 has a MyFord Touch system and the Sync 3 was available as an upgrade.
The intake kit is guaranteed to increase horsepower and increase acceleration. In fact, tests have shown an estimated 12.74-horsepower boost at 4555 rpm. It will also improve the throttle response and engine noise. The intake includes a K&N RC-5173 universal chrome air filter that features a cotton gauze media that has been treated with a special grade of filter oil that makes the cotton strands sticky. The filter also includes ultra-strong molded pliable rubber flanges that absorb vibration and assures a secure attachment. It is washable and reusable and has a recommended cleaning interval of 100,000 miles, depending on driving conditions. K&N also offers an air filter cleaning kit, 99-5000, that is specially formulated to cleanse and recharge the filter so it can be used again. K&N is so sure about the quality of the filter that it backs it with a 10-Year/Million Mile Limited Warranty. The company promises that the filter will perform for up to 10 years or 1,000,000 miles without needing replacement. The intake is designed to replace the factory air intake system to create a less restrictive path for the airflow to reach the engine. The system also includes an aerodynamically engineered high-density polyethylene tube that channels the air into the engine’s throttle body and accommodates the factory EVAP vent line and crankcase vent hose. The tube is precisely shaped to reduce turbulence and accelerate airflow into the engine. There is also a heat shield that blocks hot engine air from entering the intake, assuring that only cool air gets into the engine. The K&N 63-2591 air intake kit is easy to install using the existing factory mounting points in about 90 minutes with common hand tools. The K&N 63-2591 AirCharger air intake system is designed for the following vehicles: 2016 FORD F150 5.0L V8 Fuel Injection - All Models | |||
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