Not really an install video but couldn't find many deep explanations on this, questioned whether it worked or not, what to do with certain things. Figured I would go over some things about it
There were so many small questions I had that I either really deeply researched or just winged it and did it so I figured I'd give as many tips as I could. Wish I videoed the install but I'm just starting to video things. I'm really glad it at least helped someone out and if you have any other questions definitely let me know
Finally got mine installed this week. Your video was very helpful. I went with OZ omega tune. This motor flies! Had to figure out the CAI due to different angles.
@markbuildstx If you have a 15+ F150 you will need to drill a hole for the new sensor location. There are two good places to choose from. Upper left corner of the back or upper left corner on the right side of the manifold. I went with the rear mounted option and did not need a harness extension.
I purchased the kit from stage 3 motorsports. Bought the extra hose just watching your video! Thanks for putting it out there! The only thing changed is the intake manifold came from 5 star tuning already had sensor installed on it. And yes got tuner with 2 tunes!
It seems that Stage 3 wants something like $1600, but comes with an intake and tunes with a tuner. I already have an intake and a SCT tuner. So, I think all I would need is the intake ($300) and tunes for $100 or $150. Does that sound about right?
Finally! Have this intake sitting here for couple months with a sct tuner couldn’t find all the info on install… I think I’m ready to go now. Thanks a lot for video. I have roush intake as well. That was holding me back to
I'm really glad it's helped people so far. I couldn't find anything about it really on the newer ones, but it's really a great add on. I did the 0- I guess you can say 90s with a ton of stuff in the bed and on an economy tune. I couldn't find my original video I took a while back on the performance tune, but it pushed me back in my seat
I have 2019 roushe I didn't know the intake sucked . They sure make these trucks hard to work on I'm 6 foot I can barely check the oil with out a step. Stool
Thx for the Tips! As you say the other vids didn’t mention maps sensor. Installing mine today do to a IMRC issue, no need to monkey with the stock manifold anymore. Got the manifold and tuner today, exhaust will be here tomorrow and cold air is on the way. Cheers!
Thanks, very informative. I have a 2016 with a S & B intake , Hipertech tune , full 3 in exhaust with 3.73 with 33 in tires . It surprises a lot of diesels . Especially from 100 mph to 125 mph they fall way back !……
I think when I said PCV, you meant the EVAP Purge....the part that's usually 2-bolts with plug and vacc hose behind the Throttle body is EVAP. PCV is in the cam cover and has a tube to the intake.
Great video. I’m getting ready to put this intake on a Gen 2 F150 5.0 and install into a 89 Notch Mustang. Did you change your injectors or stay stock?
I bought the complete kit from stage 3 motorsports and I’m hoping to install it soon. My question is will the truck pass smog with the kit on and the truck tuned? My initial reason for buying the kit was that I’ve got the imrc code on my truck currently so I figured I should upgrade and hopefully fix the engine code in the process.
It should. I passed inspection but every state is different. The imrc codes go away when it's tuned. Just tell the tuner to delete those codes, 5star has a specific selection for tuning with it and in the comments just put delete imrc codes and once you tune it they're gone
I've got a question if you don't mind answering. The throttle body electrical connector has another connector in line with it. I assume I need that. Take part off old manifold and bolt it where on the boss manifold?
So could you explain how you moved the pcv valve down to the bottom of the intake manifold because that’s what’s confusing me about this install right now
I'll have to look to be sure but I believe I just hooked some coolant hose to where the hard line normally connects, let it hang under the throttle body and hooked the other end of the coolant hose where the hard line would go normally on the intake
I had a roush Cai that I've had for a while. I did have to wrestle a bit at the throttle but it worked. Some people trim it a little to get the flatter curve but I didn't wanna do that. Without the box it fits fine though. There is an aem one that 5star has on their site in a kit, if you just search that one separate from the kit it would fit fine with the new angle of the intake
@@joerobbins3581 it's really tight to do it. It will slide in though. Just a little wrestling with it and angles. Def not meant for this offset. Without the box it should fit fine though. I had to squeeze it in to put the box back. You could also pop the throttle body off to just install the thing together temporarily. But if you want it very flush you may just need to trim the curve to be flatter than how it went into the original. Reason I didn't is because I may decide to upgrade to the gt350 or 18gt intake down the line and they have the same angle
For the newer trucks I would go for the gt manifold. Gonna fit better and I think youll be able to hook up the imrc, plus advancements in the manifold over the years seem to outperform the older performance ones. But issue is the more expensive they are and I'm sure a few more things needing to be done. But plus side is with the 18 gt, the throttle body will sit the same direction and all
Were you able to drive it without the tune, for a bit. I'm looking into buying the Boss 302 to replace my intake due to failed sensors in my 2017 F150. I've always done my own modifications, but this im slightly worried about. Mostly the tuning.
Yes you can. I did for months. Power wasn't gone but it definitely felt better after the tune finally but it still drives fine without it. It'll show a check engine light though until you tune that out. What I've been seeing that I seem to now recommend is if you can afford the 2018 gt intake, it's apparently better. I may switch over one day. But this is definitely pretty powerful in a performance tune too. It has really good acceleration and definitely feels like there's added power
There’s little to no point in installing anything that increases airflow without a tune. Even on a MAP car. Yes you need to bite the bullet and get it tuned from a reputable tuner like Lund racing, or VMP performance. They have the fastest coyote vehicles. If you can’t afford it yet then you need to save up. Have the laptop and tuning software ready before you even purchase the manifold, throttlebody, and intake. It’s not cheap to do things the right way, but the right way is the only way you should do it.
This may stupid, but the "5 Star Tune" that you mention @ 3:46. Do I take it somewhere to be tuned or is that a tuner that i buy? Sorry if it's obvious. Thanks!
I bought a tuner. Then bought the 5 star tune when I did this. I'm not positive if you could just get it tuned by a shop that maybe uses hp tuners, don't know if ford allows that brand at all. I know on my camaro I was able to tune it without needing a tuner, just a single use ticket type system through the website. Fords I've only really ever seen people use computers. I'll try and look up if it's possible without a tuner but I did buy a tuner for this, and they're on sale in some places like American trucks for 4th of july
@@sKoutzyy I ended up going with the tuner you suggested from AT. Was on sale. I will let you know how it goes. Also, for the hose you extended with the clamps, what size tubing is it?
@@sKoutzyy What tune did you get? I did the 87 Octane, but now i'm gettng 5 codes thrown and a CEL every time I start the truck. Getting U0422, P2019, P2014, P2011, P2008.
I did 87 eco, 87 performance and 93 performance. You build the tune to what you have, i chose cold air intake, boss 302 monifold, catback exhaust. I had to use a computer to download the tunes to the brain of the tuner then loaded them into the truck
When did you do with all the big bulky stuff on the back of the oem intake? Did you just cut it all off and cap it? Then pretty much just reinstalled the map sensor? You also put the green connector under the throttle body
The barrel looking things that were wired? Just leave them on the old intake. They're for the runner controls. You don't use them anymore. I just left the harness unattached from those 2, then drilled it for the sensor in the picture. Those other connections will set off a code but not effect it, but you can get them tuned out with the tune
@@michaelsimek913 yup exactly that. Just put in the tune request that the imrc codes need to be deleted to make sure but I'm pretty sure it's automatic for that intake anyways
Just to give an idea too, after finally cleaning my air filter, I'm getting 16.5 mpg on this with the tune in economy mode, and on a 3 inch lift on 35s with some tools and stuff in the bed. So you really don't go down in gas mileage after the tune at all, but after cleaning everything I'm impressed
@@sKoutzyy I have the AirRaid air intake, so mine is the sealed box, I also have the bbk 85mm throttle body on it. Also the Red MSD coils and 87 tune. I also have flowtech shorty hedders ceramic that I need to put on. I also have 40 series flowmaster muffler single in and dual out. I plan to tell 5 star tune all that I have done when I get my tune from them
The auto start stop? I think you can get that tuned out but if you didn't tune it out it'll still show up because the computer thinks it connected. If you're talking about the Intake manifold runner controls then yes they will show up until you get them tuned out. Once the tune is in with those deleted the check engine light goes away
Sorta, everything fit, it more pulled it further down than up, but you can't use the box because the pcv hose won't reach if it's up that high and that hose is hard plastic. I haven't tried yet but I'm thinking if you just got a filter for the pcv valve on the driver side and capped off the cold air intake port, you can probably get the box back in and just have the brake booster line move wherever you need it since it's rubber
@@sKoutzyy yea that's an idea. Or find some hose to fit over the hard pipe and make an extension after cutting the pipe I have the pass side Ford Oil/Air separator on now and also have the drivers side GT500 Oil/Air separator which isn't yet installed. Since that pipe is now 2, I may have more flexibility. My concern was ppl saying the only CAI to get to fit was the JLT and Roush was impossible to do. For that reason (I already have Roush), I was leaning towards 18+GT intake over Boss302
@@mikz86ta1 the gt350 intake is almost the same install, and I'm pretty sure you can utilize the IMRC controls still, not 100% sure on that though. I've heard good things so either would be a good upgrade. Honestly with technology advancement if you don't already have this intake I'd go gt350 intake or the 18 manifold. 18 manifold i believe still has basically the same angle coming out of the throttle body as the old truck one. But roush will work. I think most will, it's just the way it puts the angle initially and the lack of using the box without any modifications. Yeah the JLT has a kit made specifically for it, but they overdramatized that price because it's part specific for this intake, this roush still works for me so if it saves some money that's good.
I just started this today I had to Google like every single clip and how to use it lol. Unfortunately I can't find anything on these IMRCs. I'm sitting in the engine bay of the truck like you are but I still can't seem to get these clips off the back
Oh man it was a royal pain. But they did. I think I just focused on ripping or somehow cutting the tape they have on them. They're taped together and if you can find them they're also I think partially plastic clipped
@@sKoutzyy yeah I finally got the tape off like you were talking about it looks like they electrical taped like the cable to the clip for some reason I got all those off but now the clip itself is just clipped in there's a little red tab but I can't seem to get past it
@@D3lphie those stupid red tabs are a pull back and then it releases. They suck and are very hard the first time to unclip. If you have something angled, even like an angled pick and can get it to lock onto it and pull back, it might work. That's how I did mine, there was no room really to get my fingers on it or if there was it was just that much of a pain. Pushing the connector forward a little if you can while pulling back on the red clip seems to sometimes work on those too
It costed me 185 for 3 tunes during a holiday discount on 5 stars site. That included the little extra I had to pay for the tuning for the manifold. And tuners are iffy, I'm pretty sure they need to be unlinked to one of the cars they're tuned into in order to link to yours, but I'm pretty sure they can't be unlinked without going back to the stock tune. I don't know that for a fact but I think that's how they prevent the tuners from being passed around like that. Either that or there's a limit they have
@@D3lphie pretty much but I'd try and find out if it can just be tuned, because if I unplug my tuner it's still there, but I don't know how many cars you can marry to one tuner
You do to remove the codes and get the power out of it. Without tuning the low end torque disappears. It's still drivable but there is a drastic difference with the proper tune for that manifold. 5star has tuning specifically made for it
Running good. Mileage is about 16 to 17 with a 3 inch lift and 35s and an economy tune. Performance tune wasn't far off in mileage but every mile counts for me atm
And you also have to take in account that the engines compression ratio and cams are much different than a mustang engine. The truck engines were made for more low end torque and you can only push it so far. It's definitely fun to drive around with this thing, but it's not a completely crazy change either
@@sKoutzyy mines at the dealership rn with aftermarket warranty getting phasers done at 101K but been rattling since 67K lol. Warranty took 2 months to accept the fix they kept complaining but it’s under what they cover which is engine, transmission, and differential. Should get it back in a couple weeks. I got the 18GT manifold, lost like 50 pounds of TQ but gained it up top so just depends what you like. 1/8 or 1/4 I used to gap tuned V8 Camaros and 5.0s to the 1/8 before Gt manifold lol but now it’s a little closer up top
@@carlife_710 how much were you quoted for them to do them? Contemplating just pawning my issue off on someone with a lift who won't get annoyed every 3 seconds like me lol
It has options for all of that but I am in economy mode. In performance mode I've had it up there a bit, not 7400 though because I just don't trust my motor
@@jobbi9336 not too bad, but definitely need a timing chain very soon, 183k miles. Almost time for an actual rebuild with more performance upgrades. Just need to start piecing things together
You have no idea how helpful this video is for somebody who's planning on doing the same thing to their truck.
There were so many small questions I had that I either really deeply researched or just winged it and did it so I figured I'd give as many tips as I could. Wish I videoed the install but I'm just starting to video things. I'm really glad it at least helped someone out and if you have any other questions definitely let me know
Finally got mine installed this week. Your video was very helpful. I went with OZ omega tune. This motor flies! Had to figure out the CAI due to different angles.
Putting this on my truck thanks to IMRC codes and factory back orders. Even after a year, your video is still the most helpful. Thank you!!!
I'm in the same boat with my truck. Damn stock manifolds are trash
@@shootindices did you drill into it for the MAF sensor?
Any update on the sensor? I need to do this swap.
@markbuildstx If you have a 15+ F150 you will need to drill a hole for the new sensor location. There are two good places to choose from. Upper left corner of the back or upper left corner on the right side of the manifold. I went with the rear mounted option and did not need a harness extension.
Yo so how long did y’all have to wait for the readiness codes to go away to pass emissions 😓
I purchased the kit from stage 3 motorsports. Bought the extra hose just watching your video! Thanks for putting it out there! The only thing changed is the intake manifold came from 5 star tuning already had sensor installed on it. And yes got tuner with 2 tunes!
It seems that Stage 3 wants something like $1600, but comes with an intake and tunes with a tuner. I already have an intake and a SCT tuner. So, I think all I would need is the intake ($300) and tunes for $100 or $150. Does that sound about right?
Finally! Have this intake sitting here for couple months with a sct tuner couldn’t find all the info on install… I think I’m ready to go now. Thanks a lot for video. I have roush intake as well. That was holding me back to
I'm really glad it's helped people so far. I couldn't find anything about it really on the newer ones, but it's really a great add on. I did the 0- I guess you can say 90s with a ton of stuff in the bed and on an economy tune. I couldn't find my original video I took a while back on the performance tune, but it pushed me back in my seat
I have 2019 roushe I didn't know the intake sucked . They sure make these trucks hard to work on I'm 6 foot I can barely check the oil with out a step. Stool
Thx for the Tips! As you say the other vids didn’t mention maps sensor. Installing mine today do to a IMRC issue, no need to monkey with the stock manifold anymore. Got the manifold and tuner today, exhaust will be here tomorrow and cold air is on the way. Cheers!
Thanks man used your video to finish my install.
Best video of 2022!
Thanks, very informative. I have a 2016 with a S & B intake , Hipertech tune , full 3 in exhaust with 3.73 with 33 in tires . It surprises a lot of diesels . Especially from 100 mph to 125 mph they fall way back !……
Just ordered mine, I have the same s&b intake. How did u cut it and what did you use to make the right angles?
It’s 15/32” hole for the sensor in the back
I think when I said PCV, you meant the EVAP Purge....the part that's usually 2-bolts with plug and vacc hose behind the Throttle body is EVAP. PCV is in the cam cover and has a tube to the intake.
Yes that's exactly what I meant. I didn't even catch that I said that
Great video. I’m getting ready to put this intake on a Gen 2 F150 5.0 and install into a 89 Notch Mustang. Did you change your injectors or stay stock?
Much appreciated thank you for the video 👌🏻
Douse this fit on a 2021?? I have one that i wanna put on
There is a hose coming out of the stock Manifold that seems to be for the brake system is that deleted in the swap?
I bought the complete kit from stage 3 motorsports and I’m hoping to install it soon. My question is will the truck pass smog with the kit on and the truck tuned? My initial reason for buying the kit was that I’ve got the imrc code on my truck currently so I figured I should upgrade and hopefully fix the engine code in the process.
It should. I passed inspection but every state is different. The imrc codes go away when it's tuned. Just tell the tuner to delete those codes, 5star has a specific selection for tuning with it and in the comments just put delete imrc codes and once you tune it they're gone
I've got a question if you don't mind answering. The throttle body electrical connector has another connector in line with it. I assume I need that. Take part off old manifold and bolt it where on the boss manifold?
You're talking about the throttle body wires?
So could you explain how you moved the pcv valve down to the bottom of the intake manifold because that’s what’s confusing me about this install right now
I'll have to look to be sure but I believe I just hooked some coolant hose to where the hard line normally connects, let it hang under the throttle body and hooked the other end of the coolant hose where the hard line would go normally on the intake
Hey man I loved the video, it was super helpful which cold air did you use? I’ve tried a couple and can’t seem to get them to fit
I had a roush Cai that I've had for a while. I did have to wrestle a bit at the throttle but it worked. Some people trim it a little to get the flatter curve but I didn't wanna do that.
Without the box it fits fine though. There is an aem one that 5star has on their site in a kit, if you just search that one separate from the kit it would fit fine with the new angle of the intake
@@sKoutzyy I may try that I just don’t have enough room between the throttle body and the coolant reservoir. I have the 17 f150
@@joerobbins3581 it's really tight to do it. It will slide in though. Just a little wrestling with it and angles. Def not meant for this offset. Without the box it should fit fine though. I had to squeeze it in to put the box back.
You could also pop the throttle body off to just install the thing together temporarily. But if you want it very flush you may just need to trim the curve to be flatter than how it went into the original.
Reason I didn't is because I may decide to upgrade to the gt350 or 18gt intake down the line and they have the same angle
Would you think a JLT intake would work
What size for the pcv valve hose? And did you use like 1 or 2 ft? Thanks
I think it was standard 3/8 from the parts store. Prob get 2 ft, May have a little extra but I'm pretty sure I used it somewhere else on it too
Is this one better than the gt manifold? And will it fit in a 22 f150?
For the newer trucks I would go for the gt manifold. Gonna fit better and I think youll be able to hook up the imrc, plus advancements in the manifold over the years seem to outperform the older performance ones. But issue is the more expensive they are and I'm sure a few more things needing to be done. But plus side is with the 18 gt, the throttle body will sit the same direction and all
What is the diameter of the hose and fittings that you used to splice the extension in?
Mine was 3/4 on a 2017 model.
Were you able to drive it without the tune, for a bit. I'm looking into buying the Boss 302 to replace my intake due to failed sensors in my 2017 F150. I've always done my own modifications, but this im slightly worried about. Mostly the tuning.
Yes you can. I did for months. Power wasn't gone but it definitely felt better after the tune finally but it still drives fine without it. It'll show a check engine light though until you tune that out. What I've been seeing that I seem to now recommend is if you can afford the 2018 gt intake, it's apparently better. I may switch over one day. But this is definitely pretty powerful in a performance tune too. It has really good acceleration and definitely feels like there's added power
There’s little to no point in installing anything that increases airflow without a tune. Even on a MAP car. Yes you need to bite the bullet and get it tuned from a reputable tuner like Lund racing, or VMP performance. They have the fastest coyote vehicles. If you can’t afford it yet then you need to save up. Have the laptop and tuning software ready before you even purchase the manifold, throttlebody, and intake. It’s not cheap to do things the right way, but the right way is the only way you should do it.
Rtv sealant is recommended on map
This may stupid, but the "5 Star Tune" that you mention @ 3:46. Do I take it somewhere to be tuned or is that a tuner that i buy? Sorry if it's obvious. Thanks!
I bought a tuner. Then bought the 5 star tune when I did this. I'm not positive if you could just get it tuned by a shop that maybe uses hp tuners, don't know if ford allows that brand at all. I know on my camaro I was able to tune it without needing a tuner, just a single use ticket type system through the website. Fords I've only really ever seen people use computers. I'll try and look up if it's possible without a tuner but I did buy a tuner for this, and they're on sale in some places like American trucks for 4th of july
@@sKoutzyy I ended up going with the tuner you suggested from AT. Was on sale. I will let you know how it goes. Also, for the hose you extended with the clamps, what size tubing is it?
@@sKoutzyy What tune did you get? I did the 87 Octane, but now i'm gettng 5 codes thrown and a CEL every time I start the truck. Getting U0422, P2019, P2014, P2011, P2008.
@@johnpaulguse6602 How did you fix this?
I just did mine. Did yours sound like it was sucking a lot of air before the tune?
With the cold air take yes, but that seems pretty normal after this install too
What tune from 5star? Did you have to do it on a computer or direct from device?
I did 87 eco, 87 performance and 93 performance. You build the tune to what you have, i chose cold air intake, boss 302 monifold, catback exhaust. I had to use a computer to download the tunes to the brain of the tuner then loaded them into the truck
When did you do with all the big bulky stuff on the back of the oem intake? Did you just cut it all off and cap it? Then pretty much just reinstalled the map sensor? You also put the green connector under the throttle body
The barrel looking things that were wired? Just leave them on the old intake. They're for the runner controls. You don't use them anymore. I just left the harness unattached from those 2, then drilled it for the sensor in the picture. Those other connections will set off a code but not effect it, but you can get them tuned out with the tune
@@sKoutzyy I am getting my boss 302 from American trucks, then I am going to get a 5 star tune. So that wl delete the code for ircm code.
@@michaelsimek913 yup exactly that. Just put in the tune request that the imrc codes need to be deleted to make sure but I'm pretty sure it's automatic for that intake anyways
Just to give an idea too, after finally cleaning my air filter, I'm getting 16.5 mpg on this with the tune in economy mode, and on a 3 inch lift on 35s with some tools and stuff in the bed. So you really don't go down in gas mileage after the tune at all, but after cleaning everything I'm impressed
@@sKoutzyy I have the AirRaid air intake, so mine is the sealed box, I also have the bbk 85mm throttle body on it. Also the Red MSD coils and 87 tune. I also have flowtech shorty hedders ceramic that I need to put on. I also have 40 series flowmaster muffler single in and dual out. I plan to tell 5 star tune all that I have done when I get my tune from them
What size heater hose did you use to extend it
Ever find that size for the heater hose ?
Did you have a problem with the truck starting when you first put it on?
No, seemed to have ran fine. Just make sure there's no vacuum leaks
What if I bought mine with the on off garbage removed will the code still appear?
The auto start stop? I think you can get that tuned out but if you didn't tune it out it'll still show up because the computer thinks it connected. If you're talking about the Intake manifold runner controls then yes they will show up until you get them tuned out. Once the tune is in with those deleted the check engine light goes away
Hey I was wondering part did you put into the top right port for the intake like which hose connection please lmk thank you!!
That was the pcv valve on the one, the other hard line is the crankcase tube to the valve cover
@@sKoutzyy how did you run the line to there because if I try to make it fit it doesn’t fit properly
I end up getting a vacuum leak
@@sKoutzyy is there anyway I could get your Facebook to send you some pictures of the problem I’m having please and thank you!
So you used the Roush intake and just angled up at the Throttle body?
Sorta, everything fit, it more pulled it further down than up, but you can't use the box because the pcv hose won't reach if it's up that high and that hose is hard plastic. I haven't tried yet but I'm thinking if you just got a filter for the pcv valve on the driver side and capped off the cold air intake port, you can probably get the box back in and just have the brake booster line move wherever you need it since it's rubber
@@sKoutzyy yea that's an idea. Or find some hose to fit over the hard pipe and make an extension after cutting the pipe I have the pass side Ford Oil/Air separator on now and also have the drivers side GT500 Oil/Air separator which isn't yet installed. Since that pipe is now 2, I may have more flexibility. My concern was ppl saying the only CAI to get to fit was the JLT and Roush was impossible to do. For that reason (I already have Roush), I was leaning towards 18+GT intake over Boss302
@@mikz86ta1 the gt350 intake is almost the same install, and I'm pretty sure you can utilize the IMRC controls still, not 100% sure on that though. I've heard good things so either would be a good upgrade. Honestly with technology advancement if you don't already have this intake I'd go gt350 intake or the 18 manifold. 18 manifold i believe still has basically the same angle coming out of the throttle body as the old truck one. But roush will work. I think most will, it's just the way it puts the angle initially and the lack of using the box without any modifications. Yeah the JLT has a kit made specifically for it, but they overdramatized that price because it's part specific for this intake, this roush still works for me so if it saves some money that's good.
I just started this today I had to Google like every single clip and how to use it lol. Unfortunately I can't find anything on these IMRCs. I'm sitting in the engine bay of the truck like you are but I still can't seem to get these clips off the back
Oh man it was a royal pain. But they did. I think I just focused on ripping or somehow cutting the tape they have on them. They're taped together and if you can find them they're also I think partially plastic clipped
@@sKoutzyy yeah I finally got the tape off like you were talking about it looks like they electrical taped like the cable to the clip for some reason I got all those off but now the clip itself is just clipped in there's a little red tab but I can't seem to get past it
@@sKoutzyy can I send you some pictures somehow. I have oil and liquid everywhere under here too
@@D3lphie those stupid red tabs are a pull back and then it releases. They suck and are very hard the first time to unclip. If you have something angled, even like an angled pick and can get it to lock onto it and pull back, it might work. That's how I did mine, there was no room really to get my fingers on it or if there was it was just that much of a pain. Pushing the connector forward a little if you can while pulling back on the red clip seems to sometimes work on those too
@@D3lphie if you want to, my email is skoutzyy13@gmail.com if that let's you unless you have a Google drive link
How much are tunes? can I find someone who already bought a tuner and have them add the tune to my truck?
It costed me 185 for 3 tunes during a holiday discount on 5 stars site. That included the little extra I had to pay for the tuning for the manifold. And tuners are iffy, I'm pretty sure they need to be unlinked to one of the cars they're tuned into in order to link to yours, but I'm pretty sure they can't be unlinked without going back to the stock tune. I don't know that for a fact but I think that's how they prevent the tuners from being passed around like that. Either that or there's a limit they have
@@sKoutzyy so you definitely need that 400 obd2 component from sct hptuners ect. That's about 600 or so?
@@D3lphie pretty much but I'd try and find out if it can just be tuned, because if I unplug my tuner it's still there, but I don't know how many cars you can marry to one tuner
@@sKoutzyy thanks 🙏
Thos sensors in the back are just left alone ?
Yup they just stay unplugged because they're for the IMRCs and get tuned out
do u need to tune intake manifold
You do to remove the codes and get the power out of it. Without tuning the low end torque disappears. It's still drivable but there is a drastic difference with the proper tune for that manifold. 5star has tuning specifically made for it
What cold air intake is that? Never mind you said it.
Roush
I think 2015 till 19 about everything is interchangeable.
Any updates?
Running good. Mileage is about 16 to 17 with a 3 inch lift and 35s and an economy tune. Performance tune wasn't far off in mileage but every mile counts for me atm
Your only shifting at 5800rpm?
Any of the videos posted were before tune
And you also have to take in account that the engines compression ratio and cams are much different than a mustang engine. The truck engines were made for more low end torque and you can only push it so far. It's definitely fun to drive around with this thing, but it's not a completely crazy change either
Mine shifts, at WOT, 7000+ with a tune. Pulls from 4500-7000 like beast.
How many miles now on the motor?
211k so far but phasers need replacing. Have all the parts for that currently, just waiting for better weather
@@sKoutzyy mines at the dealership rn with aftermarket warranty getting phasers done at 101K but been rattling since 67K lol. Warranty took 2 months to accept the fix they kept complaining but it’s under what they cover which is engine, transmission, and differential. Should get it back in a couple weeks. I got the 18GT manifold, lost like 50 pounds of TQ but gained it up top so just depends what you like. 1/8 or 1/4 I used to gap tuned V8 Camaros and 5.0s to the 1/8 before Gt manifold lol but now it’s a little closer up top
@@carlife_710 how much were you quoted for them to do them? Contemplating just pawning my issue off on someone with a lift who won't get annoyed every 3 seconds like me lol
Was it easy to relocate the pcv?
Yes, just add a couple hoses and hang it under the throttle body is what I did
@@sKoutzyy so the only hoses you capped off is the brake booster? Do you know the size of hoses and about how long?
@@sKoutzyy did you reconnect the map sensor or delete it?
What were the measurements for the map sensor?
Change tuner. You should be able to rev at 7400 max
It has options for all of that but I am in economy mode. In performance mode I've had it up there a bit, not 7400 though because I just don't trust my motor
@@sKoutzyy ahhh okay sounds good man lol how’s the truck?
@@jobbi9336 not too bad, but definitely need a timing chain very soon, 183k miles. Almost time for an actual rebuild with more performance upgrades. Just need to start piecing things together
People don't realize that these motors will Rev to 7k
I have it in economy tune currently
Intake...tuner..air intake..etc...etc..
Lot of money for horses you'll never feel
Didn't spend much money and I definitely feel the difference
Definitely feel it in this V8 bud. 335 whp out of factory after those upgrades you mentioned to goes to 430whp on e85