2003 Ford F350 Buildup - Souped Up Super Duty

Banks' Ram-Air cold air intake was next to be installed under the hood of our Super Duty. The free-flowing tube design will allow for a direct path of airflow to the less restrictive, reusable filter element.

The Ram-Air housing was dropped into place, and the MAF sensor was attached to the Banks intake tube before it was slid into place inside the new airbox.

Next, the dome-shaped, cotton gauze, high-flow air filter was dropped into place. Now, the air filter is easier to access and can be cleaned and reused unlike the disposable factory unit.

The Ram-Air intake housing cover was then fastened and just like that, our Super Duty was ready to consume heavy doses of cool, dense air.

A true performance upgrade wouldn't be complete without a rumbling exhaust system, so Banks' Monster Exhaust was naturally a great selection for our F-350.

It is plain to see that the Monster Exhaust features wider, less-restrictive tubing than OEM. The Monster muffler also offers a straighter route for exhaust gases.

Kevin then lifted and aligned the Monster tubing into position and began tightening the clamp bolts.

Next, the polished, stainless steel Monster muffler was hoisted and the appropriate clamps were secured.

The last stretch of exhaust tubing was then fed over the rear axle and affixed to the rear muffler outlet.

Once Kevin inspected the bolts and hangers securing the entire exhaust system, he then clamped on the 5-inch, polished stainless steel exhaust tip, which features a double-walled design that prevents heat tarnishing.