From The Driver SeatFactory computers are not able to make changes too far from their preprogrammed parameters. Our Ford SuperCrew was paying for that inability to adjust enough to run properly. We'll be getting the truck on the dyno again-check out Volume 33, Issue 10, for that story-but with a Ford-trained Diablo tuner who can make the necessary changes with his trusty laptop computer. Until then, we'll just enjoy the fact the exhaust does not rattle anymore, and we still have 14 more peak ponies than we started. Under the hood, the open filter element and cold-air intake from BBK make our truck actually sound like there is a blower in there somewhere, which is exciting since the stock intake really kept the blower whine to an inconspicuous squeak. Along the bang-for-your-buck realm, we'll see how it all ties together with a computer tune.
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
| Time Spent Working: | Approximately 16 hours |
| Degree of Difficulty: | Intermediate |
(The headers, Y-pipe, and exhaust require supporting the transmission and removing the crossmember for installation)
PARTS USED:
| BBK 1703 Power-Plus Throttle-Body | MSRP $256.19 |
| BBK 1720 Power-Plus Cold-Air Induction | MSRP $265.95 |
| BBK PN 35150 CNC-Series Headers | MSRP $668.54 |
MagnaFlow PN 15475 Y-Pipe with
High-Flow Catylitic Converters | MSRP $1,343.72 |
| MagnaFlow PN 15609 After-Cat Exhaust | MSRP $642.72 |
| Total Cost: | $3,177.12 |
(Not including tax or installation labor)