I literally just got home from KFC, I've got my BBQ Bacon Stacker Combo meal, extra salt on the chippies, and after I post this comment I'll be dining on one of the best meals and TH-cam channel ever. Now, I gotta go, got stuff to do ;)
I’m really loving seeing this BA come along! I never really paid much attention to them but you’ve changed my mind. We had a silver BF MkII XR6 as a rental many years ago and I really loved it as a kid. My neighbour has a mint condition early 2005 BF Futura wagon in Blue Pearl, which seems to be pretty rare as it’s actually a BA colour. It’s great how there’s so much stuff that is interchangeable with Fords. Like E series looms being the same between wagons and sedans etc, everything is pre run!
Okay I'm at the end of the video......so I can have all my stock piping and air box and still get that sweeeet sweet sound?! Why didn't I find you earlier
I installed the lower snorkel two weeks ago. I’d read the posts about the difficulty of reinstalling the bolt sits under the snorkel. After cutting the hole and ensuring it fitted nice and snug I then put the snorkel in hot water. Once it was hot and pliable I placed it under the headlight. Then fitted the air box back including ‘that’ bolt. You can (just) fit an extension down between the air box and the snorkel. As the snorkel was still nice pliable I then simply inserted it into the air box. Worked a treat and all three bolts are in place and looks OME.
I just found this video, perfect timing as I have already brought this snorkel. I was planning to fit tomorrow after doing the tranny service today, you have saved me from butchering it.
You should replace the catch can with an oil air seperator and have it return back to the air intake/manifold so it's fully legal...it's like a 10k fine for having a breather that vents to atmosphere and isn't subtle at all haha
@MotoringBox Remove the breather and get an adapter so the air comes through the filter inside the catch can up through the top through some tube back into the EGR port on the intake Or you could just an oil air seperator 😅 only found this out because I tried to do the same thing after being told it was illegal and ended up returning the catch can and buying a mishimoto seperator for my car
Exactly, venting blow-by to atmosphere is an instant defect. Sealed system should be fine. Only around pre late 60s cars can vent to atmosphere (and race cars)
Was thinking the same thing, vent to atmosphere catch cans are highly illegal. Look at brands such as pro vent or ryco. I use a ryco RCC 350 on my turbo diesel and it works a treat. These catch cans have filters inside them so they actually work.
There is something seriously wrong with the coolant reservoir. Anyone who knows anything about Falcons knows yours isn't healthy. They are supposed to be the same colour as a smokers lungs.
Apart from being n/a and auto and my filter k&n i got same set up and scored both box already like that for free and filter out previous car 💯 happy with it
Lol, no guy I'm telling you, where you put the oil catch can is wrong. That is the crank case breather that lets air into the crank case. you want the check pcv valve that lets pressure out of the crank case, its the one to the left back of the valve cover. Unless turbo barra is different?
BA was still using clips to hold the airbox together, on the FG they used torx screws. Why Ford, why????????? At least the third bolt holding the base in was deleted.
Back in my day, we would fit the air box first with the three bolts then fit the lower ducting afterwards. Was a bit of a squish but I imagine they must have done it at the factory. There was an interesting test years ago where someone removed the inner ribs of the bottom of the air box to reduce turbulence and promote smooth airflow. Another zero dollar mod that you can’t see but made a difference, albeit small. I’ve noticed you’re running red coolant- as it’s a cast iron block (unlike say an LS or Alloytec GM engine) it should preferably run the green stuff.
Get a Process West Intercooler, as stock Intercoolers suffer from heat soak, another great video 👍 nice XR8 bonnet just makes the car look that bit meaner
I enjoy your vids greatly, thanks for making them. Im not in favour of the air box modification because you already had a cold air snorkel. The oil catch can was good idea to improve on and ended up looking neat.
Thanks mate. Each to their own - the lower snorkel is a factory mod which the F6 Typhoon had. So to me if FPV saw it as being worthwhile, I thought it was worth adding.
Hey nice video as always. Just curious, how do you drain the caught oil in that catch can when it fills up? I don't see a drain plug or a screw off bottom...
A lot of the cans for sale didn't seem to have one. So you'd have to un-bolt the can from the car, loosen the two hose clamps and pull the thing out. Tipping it sideways should allow any oil to drain out of the two connectors. Perhaps a bit of a hassle, but I imagine it'll be something you'd only need to check every 6 months or so.
arnt ya supposed to put the oil catch can to the pcv valve at the back of the valve cover? I thought were you put it was to let pressure back into the crank, the otherone is pressure out of the crank?
Next time Im looking for a car I might go for a barra :). my Fairmont is going ok so far but just got a master cylinder and booster to replace as they are warn out. 2002 fairmont ghia series 3. great car but yeh some of the issues im getting sorted out on it. was going to get a camry till I seen the interior of this beauty. your videos kinda helped me on deciding to buy one haha. between your videos and hubnut of his fairmont trip accross nz hehe.
Great video! Recently bought a bf mk2 xr6 turbo zf 6 speed. You using the factory bov or blocked it for the turbo flutter? My car doesn't have the under headlight peice. I want a nice flutter but I've heard blocking the bov is bad for turbo. Your car sounds great! Please let me know
@@MotoringBoxTV look forward to the next episodes.I also own a supposedly stock ba xr6t and suspect it has had a flash tune of some kind as my boost gauge reads 8-10 psi and as high as 15 with out limp mode or fuel cut ?? and it seems to run fine . Look forward to maybe videos of buyers guide or a bit of barra xr6t history and it's place as an Aussie turbo legend like the vl turbo.
@@MotoringBoxTV I'd say so too. But those Barra Turbos are so easy to Tweak to get way more. But I guess Ford wanted to restrict the output of the XR6 Turbos from the factory because otherwise they will walk all over the XR8 Boss 260s. 😂 And that wouldn't look too good for the V8s you know. 😄
Nice vid, I love how easy BA's are to tinker with, I modded one of the typhoon snorkels into my stock air box for my NA BA, and changed the stock plenum for a Territory one (bit thicker and less obstructive for airflow), and also installed an SS Inductions big mouth intake and modded it to fit the stock airbox, and put a K&N panel filter in, and it improved the noise a fair amount, and the response of the car ever so slightly. I've got an FG Intake Manifold, with fuel rail, but I need to get some injector adapters to keep my BA injectors, and either get or make an adapter plate to fit the BA throttle body onto the FG manifold (So the ECU doesn't throw a shit fit)...that is going to be my next mod, and then I am done with the CAI system, and its about as good as it can be without going with ITB's. Then it'll be Pacemaker headers and DEA mild-steel exhaust system, and 20% weight reduced underdrive pulleys, and a tune on 98..hoping for somewhere between 200-220rwkw.
@@MotoringBoxTV it's not too bad, just need the adaptors and some heater piping from the FG, for an extra 20rwkw (according to fellas that have done the mod).
I used redback headers and a 3'' system right through hand built another big 3' home made snorkel under the headlight a cheap fibrous better flowing filter you chuck every 10k a 20% underdrive harmonic pulley and a set of sniper multiple spark discharge coil packs which fire a fraction of a second early 5w 40 penrite hpr5 full syn eng oil made 242 kw and 420nm on a 525,000 km engine. Barra's are great engines to have fun with unfortunately lost BA in a fire.
@@colinclarkson2892 Thanks for the info about the coil packs, I'll be getting some of those.. also 242kw? At the rears? Where you running E85 or methanol injection for that?
If you get a 3" (from memory) 45 deg. Intercooler pipe, hose-clamp to fit around it and a universal pod-filter, you can install a pod inside the factory airbox! Put the pod on one end of the bent pipe, tighten it down, insert the other end inside the intake flexi-pipe that runs from the top half of the airbox, then use the extra hose-clamp on the outside of the intake flexi-pipe. Bada Bing, Bada Boom, Pod filter in a ba-bf falcon
@@MotoringBoxTV unfortunately, my BA was NA, i wasnt able to hear too much induction sound because of a lack of negative pressure on the cold side. But there definitely was a slight increase in intake noise
Just received the very stylish braided kit from Antz performance, has some nice fittings but seems it’s too big for the factory port in the cai 😢 I think I will be doing some ‘macgyvering’
I just had a tune and bluepower intake done to my BA XR6T.. sounds great. I wanted to do the turbo side however I heard laws get a bit grey and could not be bothered with the hassle. I hear these BA's have a tendency to bend rods with backfire etc so i'd be careful doing too much to add extra air without a tune ? You should do a follow up video on how your catch can performs though ! Curious to see if I should invest in one.
Nice job a l like this upgrade l wonder if you can do it to the FG XR6 Turbo airbox ...👍 If not a Bigmouth and panel filter could be used on an FG.... It's pretty easy to get an FG XR6 to F6 levels of performance... Bendix or DBA high performance rotors and matching pads are also a good upgrade... An air oil separator could also be used instead of a catch can... An XForce catback exhaust or turbo back exhaust are also good... 👍
Wondering if the better intake and filter will have an effect on the engine tune, everything is connected as they say. Think l would have left it stock, it's a classic car, oh and forget that catch can too lm not sure but it is probably illegal and may give the cops something to fine you for?
It sounds good and noise from blowoff value does sounds a bit crisper. I didn't realise you are still running the standard exhaust. I thought it sounded a bit louder. I think it is more of the induction noise.
Cold air intake comes standard on the BF, so no cutting just a retro fit , so you can fit to a standard falcon. Just for you information the turbo side mod is unlawful in SA because it uses a pod filter and pod filters are unlawful regardless.
i think you can get a 3/4" or 1/2" NPT brass fitting, matched to the outlet diameter of the rocker, same with new oil proof hose same diameter, an plumb that to the cold side with a heap of thread sealant/an a o ring,.. chuck ring clips around both ends,.. thats what I did for my catch can setup, i just ran it to the left hand strut tower, an then plumbed the rocker send line up towards over the crossover an same with the cold side, just so could pair them both an have it look somewhat aesthetic.. lol.. nothing in my engine bay looks aesthetic on second glance at the moment
+1 on the gloves. A lot of car TH-camr guys bare-hands it, bathing them in stuff like used engine oil, which is full of nasties. I think there's this perception that wearing gloves is not 'manly' - but eh, I don't want shite on my hands either.
Hi mate not sure if you have done it already or not but I recommend upgrading your oil feed lines to the turbo. I had my turbo go and found out after that it’s a fault and turbo is a bit restricted.
MotoringBox thought you would be onto it 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 really enjoy your vids mate. I have a fig g6eturbo and want to get mine looking as clean as yours. Nice also to see a Brissy based channel.
From early youth to well into middle aged I only ever worked with bare hands and copped the dirt/grease/scrapes/etc and then one day F it, I tried gloves and would never go back to bare hands now....
Love your videos,I installed a turbo back Venom exhaust,same as yours,I have now O2 sensors problems.Engine warning light comes on every second day.I clear it with a scan tool,but would like a permanant solution,any ideas?
I believe the stock ECU / tune isn't happy if the cat is replaced with a high-flow unit like yours. You may need to get it tuned to solve it, but the bonus is you'll end up with way more power than before!
I don't think the stock air box on the FG ever had an under headlight intake, I could be wrong though. But there are some nicely designed aftermarket intakes for the FG, like the "Streetfighter" or VCM air boxes. The catch can also installs slightly differently on the FG, I believe the line which plumbs back into the intake connects down near the battery.
I think we all went through a pod filter phase - the legality is something you'll have to check as it varies by state. They need to be securely mounted at the very least, some states require them to be enclosed in a shroud of some sort. If your main goal is increased induction noise they do the job VERY well, but I wouldn't go for one if your goal is more power. For me I hate how they look in the engine bay, even with those ghetto aftermarket shrouds you can buy for some cars like the XR6T.
10 years ago I had an Apexi pod on my R34 GTT with an aftermarket shroud. It sounded absolutely incredible, but deep down I missed how the stock air box assembly looked.
@@MotoringBoxTV I've got pod but fully enclosed....behind the headlight, that's been set up on 2015 WRX....behind the headlights is the ideal location, as anywhere else will be just sucking hot air stuck in engine bay!
Next mod. 3 port bypass valve. I have one waiting to install just need to arrange the same dia silicone to match. Have a K&N high performance filter, and a 8 shaker bonnet snorkel... will sound ub3r AF
Thanks mate. I have a no-name BOV on there at the moment - but it is alloy (not plastic) and the spring strength is adjustable at least. Seems to work very well!
They're an FPV Typhoon part, although apparently some BF XR6 Turbos and XR8's may have had them. I bought mine through eBay from a Ford dealer, but I haven't seen them up for sale recently. Apparently Ford still has stock, so you may have to source it through your local dealer.
Okay cheers Just finished watching the video and you say the price 🤦♂️ Once I seen the mod I stopped halfway through the video trying to find one online 😂
Sorry to bother you again,installing a catch can,same set up as yours.However the plastic fitting that screws into the crossover is broken,trying to find a replacement or a barbed fitting that will suit,also could do with the rubber elbow on the other end.Any help/link would be great
I remember finding a brass replacement at Supercheap - can't remember the exact size, but take your broken plastic one down there and see if they'll help. The rubber elbow is harder to find from memory - you might have to see if Ford still stock them.
I'll pull the bumper off sometime to have a look. I'd say probably from the main air-dam in the front bumper. You know, just pulling air across from the centre.
front corner above the fog light . its a good NA upgrade as well . cooler intake temps as its no longer drawing the bulk of the air from next to the radiator
As an engine reconditioner i can tell you the so called performance air filter will hurt. Iit will allow dirt and dust to enter the engine and increase ring and bore wear which will increase blowby and eventually stuff the engine. Most people will disagree with me but the proof is in the pudding and i have bored thousands of cyls over the years and seen the wear caused by washable filters. Falcon owners are lucky in the fact the falcon cyl block is much more durable than a lot of other engines in the fact they are capable of doing much higher ks before the bore wear out hence the reason they made good taxis. Ps dont be fooled by information put out by the manufacturers of these type of filters they just want to sell it. If you don't want your engine to last for years then its fine to run a washable filter so you can tell all your mates you run a high performance filter. Wank factor we call it in the trade.
Sounds like the factory BOV isn't working properly if at all... Barra turbos don't "DOSE" like that. Some fun facts, My 2007 xr8 bf mk2 has this lower "snorkel" fitted standard. My 2007 BF GT has the lower "snorkel" and a factory fitted BMC oiled panel filter.
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Some say that his coping saw skills are diabolical, and that he only eats KFC. All we know is he's loving all that extra induction noise.
@Michaels Carport nothing wrong with a bit of skin on skin contact.
I had a Big Jack today and best thing about it is the paper wrap instead of a stupid box that Big Mac is in. Off topic thou
I literally just got home from KFC, I've got my BBQ Bacon Stacker Combo meal, extra salt on the chippies, and after I post this comment I'll be dining on one of the best meals and TH-cam channel ever. Now, I gotta go, got stuff to do ;)
Some say he only gloves up for the really dirty brands, and at night he can be heard singing the Macarena.
All we know is, he's called the legend.
How many ks has your xr6t done
I really like how you make your videos accessible for someone like me, who loves cars, but genuinely knows nothing. You're very thorough.
Thanks mate, that's what I'm trying to do. My knowledge is limited but I try to pass on what I can.
Sounds fantastic! Nice job mate, highly appreciate your taste of keeping things very clean and factory
Its the way too do it , very nice video again. cheers.
I admire your persistence with the coping saw
Adding timestamps, what a legend.
I’m really loving seeing this BA come along! I never really paid much attention to them but you’ve changed my mind. We had a silver BF MkII XR6 as a rental many years ago and I really loved it as a kid. My neighbour has a mint condition early 2005 BF Futura wagon in Blue Pearl, which seems to be pretty rare as it’s actually a BA colour. It’s great how there’s so much stuff that is interchangeable with Fords. Like E series looms being the same between wagons and sedans etc, everything is pre run!
Hello from the other side of our globe. God I like the mighty Barra......
I will now forever sit on the roundabout of old Logan road and Julianne street waiting to soo you drive past the corner shop 💙
Was great to see the BPR mention, they run out of Geelong. Absolute top notch place who know their barras!
So they should the ford engine plant was only down the road 😉👍
@@Ken-fisho I'm pretty sure one of the blokes worked at Ford
After over a fortnight of pondering Ive made my xr6t do the dose, had some dramas but now watching your thorough and careful video, I'm worried 😂
Okay I'm at the end of the video......so I can have all my stock piping and air box and still get that sweeeet sweet sound?! Why didn't I find you earlier
Btw your car looks brand new
I installed the lower snorkel two weeks ago. I’d read the posts about the difficulty of reinstalling the bolt sits under the snorkel. After cutting the hole and ensuring it fitted nice and snug I then put the snorkel in hot water. Once it was hot and pliable I placed it under the headlight. Then fitted the air box back including ‘that’ bolt. You can (just) fit an extension down between the air box and the snorkel. As the snorkel was still nice pliable I then simply inserted it into the air box. Worked a treat and all three bolts are in place and looks OME.
Did the same, just no hot water. Used silicone spray.
Same here. Was easy using the snorkel hole in the box to access the replacement of the 3rd bolt, then connecting the snorkel.
Shout out to BPR, Matt is the man for anything Ford
thank you for the site to get a non over priced catch can from what a legend !
Loved the old thumbnail
This build is awesome to watch. It is both entertaining and instructional.
Thanks mate. I wouldn't call it a build personally, but it has been satisfying to improve how the car drives!
I just found this video, perfect timing as I have already brought this snorkel. I was planning to fit tomorrow after doing the tranny service today, you have saved me from butchering it.
You should replace the catch can with an oil air seperator and have it return back to the air intake/manifold so it's fully legal...it's like a 10k fine for having a breather that vents to atmosphere and isn't subtle at all haha
Really? Perhaps I can remove the filter from the top and block off the connection.
@MotoringBox
Remove the breather and get an adapter so the air comes through the filter inside the catch can up through the top through some tube back into the EGR port on the intake
Or you could just an oil air seperator 😅 only found this out because I tried to do the same thing after being told it was illegal and ended up returning the catch can and buying a mishimoto seperator for my car
Exactly, venting blow-by to atmosphere is an instant defect. Sealed system should be fine. Only around pre late 60s cars can vent to atmosphere (and race cars)
@Michaels Carport I think it's a good idea - I'll look around for a cap of some sort to block it.
Was thinking the same thing, vent to atmosphere catch cans are highly illegal. Look at brands such as pro vent or ryco. I use a ryco RCC 350 on my turbo diesel and it works a treat. These catch cans have filters inside them so they actually work.
Back in the day (early 2000's) I fitted that under headlight intake and full zorst to my NA barra. Made a huge difference to how it revved.
Noice! I do think it's funny that some of the stuff I'm doing is about 15 years behind other people who were doing it back in the day.
Daniel Curtis what trim was it
@@urabusliberty9258 just a XT grey cloth interior in vibe purple. Had it slammed on 19's too haha good times.
Daniel Curtis good ol xt you may have had an under headlight intake amd 19 but did you have rear power windows
@@urabusliberty9258 no I was just a poor apprentice.
This would work well on a gas lpg Barra engine? And can tell me where to find FPV part and the cutting the hole diagram please. I enjoyed videos
Car is looking good with the subtle changes 👍
There is something seriously wrong with the coolant reservoir.
Anyone who knows anything about Falcons knows yours isn't healthy.
They are supposed to be the same colour as a smokers lungs.
Clearly didn't see the previous video where he replaced it!
@@JohnErnstP76
Err, sarcasm.
His too was the colour of a smokers lung before he replaced it.
@@MrWilliam.Stewart I want to get the new polished alloy ones for 100bucks they look rellay nice I think
Fix the clutch then send it
Yeah big time hey...some just don't know when lol
the test spot was in yatala i believe and thats where i learned to drive :)
Apart from being n/a and auto and my filter k&n i got same set up and scored both box already like that for free and filter out previous car 💯 happy with it
Super informative and well edited as always 👏
Dude that sounds absolutely wicked mate I enjoyed your video 👍
see you grinning when that boost comes on something deeply satisying about turbo spool
Lol, no guy I'm telling you, where you put the oil catch can is wrong. That is the crank case breather that lets air into the crank case. you want the check pcv valve that lets pressure out of the crank case, its the one to the left back of the valve cover. Unless turbo barra is different?
i love how he sounds so wholesome but then again hes modding an aussie muscle car
Awesome stuff as always, amazing what a little bit of plastic can do to a car's intake noises, sounds amazing.
Also, clutch replacement video when? ;)
BA was still using clips to hold the airbox together, on the FG they used torx screws. Why Ford, why????????? At least the third bolt holding the base in was deleted.
Back in my day, we would fit the air box first with the three bolts then fit the lower ducting afterwards. Was a bit of a squish but I imagine they must have done it at the factory.
There was an interesting test years ago where someone removed the inner ribs of the bottom of the air box to reduce turbulence and promote smooth airflow. Another zero dollar mod that you can’t see but made a difference, albeit small.
I’ve noticed you’re running red coolant- as it’s a cast iron block (unlike say an LS or Alloytec GM engine) it should preferably run the green stuff.
Nice man, loving the BA videos 👌
F6 cooler next?
Top job mate,just some the same to my ba turbo and it sounds mint,cheers
Good job. Learned new things from this video. Keep it up
Thanks, will do!
Really good idea to smear some Molykote 111 Compound around the edge of the filter gasket it seals it really well.
I never did the catch can, but I'm pretty sure I used that filter and even the same online template for the intake!👍
Get a Process West Intercooler, as stock Intercoolers suffer from heat soak, another great video 👍 nice XR8 bonnet just makes the car look that bit meaner
Ok now I want another turbo B series 🔥
I enjoy your vids greatly, thanks for making them. Im not in favour of the air box modification because you already had a cold air snorkel. The oil catch can was good idea to improve on and ended up looking neat.
Thanks mate. Each to their own - the lower snorkel is a factory mod which the F6 Typhoon had. So to me if FPV saw it as being worthwhile, I thought it was worth adding.
Very well explained good job thanks mate
Hey nice video as always. Just curious, how do you drain the caught oil in that catch can when it fills up? I don't see a drain plug or a screw off bottom...
A lot of the cans for sale didn't seem to have one. So you'd have to un-bolt the can from the car, loosen the two hose clamps and pull the thing out. Tipping it sideways should allow any oil to drain out of the two connectors. Perhaps a bit of a hassle, but I imagine it'll be something you'd only need to check every 6 months or so.
Great job! Mission accomplished with that wonderful noise! Still nice and stock and . . . cheap as chips! 👍😊
Sounds wicked and done on the cheap as well 👍👍👍
arnt ya supposed to put the oil catch can to the pcv valve at the back of the valve cover? I thought were you put it was to let pressure back into the crank, the otherone is pressure out of the crank?
Good to see a factory addition for some added fun. Laughed pretty hard when I saw Gailes True Value Hardwear in the scenery.
Next time Im looking for a car I might go for a barra :). my Fairmont is going ok so far but just got a master cylinder and booster to replace as they are warn out. 2002 fairmont ghia series 3. great car but yeh some of the issues im getting sorted out on it. was going to get a camry till I seen the interior of this beauty. your videos kinda helped me on deciding to buy one haha. between your videos and hubnut of his fairmont trip accross nz hehe.
Good job mate, as always
Does this work with a FG falcon?
I don't believe FG's ever had their own snorkel.
Great video! Recently bought a bf mk2 xr6 turbo zf 6 speed. You using the factory bov or blocked it for the turbo flutter? My car doesn't have the under headlight peice. I want a nice flutter but I've heard blocking the bov is bad for turbo. Your car sounds great! Please let me know
There are a few unknowns about this car which I need to investigate. The BOV looks standard and isn't blocked off in any way.
Fantastic! Sounds great and a clean install that won't hurt the budget. You replied straight away, I love that ❤
No worries mate. A few signs are suggesting this car may have been tuned at some stage, but I'll save the details for a future video.
@@MotoringBoxTV look forward to the next episodes.I also own a supposedly stock ba xr6t and suspect it has had a flash tune of some kind as my boost gauge reads 8-10 psi and as high as 15 with out limp mode or fuel cut ?? and it seems to run fine . Look forward to maybe videos of buyers guide or a bit of barra xr6t history and it's place as an Aussie turbo legend like the vl turbo.
The ba and bfs have so much more room for activities in the engine bay
Love your videos mate I have a ba xr6 turbo manual stock.
I can't find these snorkels anywhere 😫. Can you please help get one 🙏?
Love your work.....very neat
Do you reckon this mod would be the reason why the stock BF XR6Ts are rated at 245kw instead of 240kw in the BA & BA MKiis?
I did think about that. I can't say for sure, but to me I think it would have played a part in it.
@@MotoringBoxTV I'd say so too.
But those Barra Turbos are so easy to Tweak to get way more.
But I guess Ford wanted to restrict the output of the XR6 Turbos from the factory because otherwise they will walk all over the XR8 Boss 260s. 😂
And that wouldn't look too good for the V8s you know. 😄
My '08 Bf2 XR6 x-HWP turbo didn't have the lower airbox snorkle factory fitted. It does now!
@@behan1969 x-HWP as in ex highway patrol car didn't have the snorkel fitted.
Well that's interesting.
Yes ex- NSW Highway Patrol. I bought it from the government auctions, still has the police fuel cards in the glove box.
Nice vid, I love how easy BA's are to tinker with, I modded one of the typhoon snorkels into my stock air box for my NA BA, and changed the stock plenum for a Territory one (bit thicker and less obstructive for airflow), and also installed an SS Inductions big mouth intake and modded it to fit the stock airbox, and put a K&N panel filter in, and it improved the noise a fair amount, and the response of the car ever so slightly.
I've got an FG Intake Manifold, with fuel rail, but I need to get some injector adapters to keep my BA injectors, and either get or make an adapter plate to fit the BA throttle body onto the FG manifold (So the ECU doesn't throw a shit fit)...that is going to be my next mod, and then I am done with the CAI system, and its about as good as it can be without going with ITB's.
Then it'll be Pacemaker headers and DEA mild-steel exhaust system, and 20% weight reduced underdrive pulleys, and a tune on 98..hoping for somewhere between 200-220rwkw.
I was looking at the FG intake manifold idea once, but it does seem like a huge amount of stuffing around for the gains you get.!
@@MotoringBoxTV it's not too bad, just need the adaptors and some heater piping from the FG, for an extra 20rwkw (according to fellas that have done the mod).
I used redback headers and a 3'' system right through hand built another big 3' home made snorkel under the headlight a cheap fibrous better flowing filter you chuck every 10k a 20% underdrive harmonic pulley and a set of sniper multiple spark discharge coil packs which fire a fraction of a second early 5w 40 penrite hpr5 full syn eng oil made 242 kw and 420nm on a 525,000 km engine. Barra's are great engines to have fun with unfortunately lost BA in a
fire.
@@colinclarkson2892 Thanks for the info about the coil packs, I'll be getting some of those.. also 242kw? At the rears? Where you running E85 or methanol injection for that?
Love your channel and love your videos
If you get a 3" (from memory) 45 deg. Intercooler pipe, hose-clamp to fit around it and a universal pod-filter, you can install a pod inside the factory airbox!
Put the pod on one end of the bent pipe, tighten it down, insert the other end inside the intake flexi-pipe that runs from the top half of the airbox, then use the extra hose-clamp on the outside of the intake flexi-pipe. Bada Bing, Bada Boom, Pod filter in a ba-bf falcon
Does it sound any different? I've seen it done, but wondered if the box would shield the noise and make it sound like a regular panel filter?
@@MotoringBoxTV unfortunately, my BA was NA, i wasnt able to hear too much induction sound because of a lack of negative pressure on the cold side. But there definitely was a slight increase in intake noise
Just received the very stylish braided kit from Antz performance, has some nice fittings but seems it’s too big for the factory port in the cai 😢
I think I will be doing some ‘macgyvering’
I just had a tune and bluepower intake done to my BA XR6T.. sounds great. I wanted to do the turbo side however I heard laws get a bit grey and could not be bothered with the hassle. I hear these BA's have a tendency to bend rods with backfire etc so i'd be careful doing too much to add extra air without a tune ?
You should do a follow up video on how your catch can performs though ! Curious to see if I should invest in one.
I'm not expecting it to be collecting any significant amounts of oil, but at least what it does end up grabbing won't end up in the intake.
Nice job a l like this upgrade l wonder if you can do it to the FG XR6 Turbo airbox ...👍
If not a Bigmouth and panel filter could be used on an FG....
It's pretty easy to get an FG XR6 to F6 levels of performance...
Bendix or DBA high performance rotors and matching pads are also a good upgrade...
An air oil separator could also be used instead of a catch can...
An XForce catback exhaust or turbo back exhaust are also good... 👍
Wondering if the better intake and filter will have an effect on the engine tune, everything is connected as they say. Think l would have left it stock, it's a classic car, oh and forget that catch can too lm not sure but it is probably illegal and may give the cops something to fine you for?
Once clutch replaced are you going to get SCT and dyno tuned.
Should be good.
It sounds good and noise from blowoff value does sounds a bit crisper. I didn't realise you are still running the standard exhaust. I thought it sounded a bit louder. I think it is more of the induction noise.
I would maked and used a centre punch to mark the centre of the hole
Cold air intake comes standard on the BF, so no cutting just a retro fit , so you can fit to a standard falcon. Just for you information the turbo side mod is unlawful in SA because it uses a pod filter and pod filters are unlawful regardless.
Some people say it did, some people say it didn't. Maybe it was a BF MkII thing or something?
@@MotoringBoxTV Bought my BF MK1 brand new out of the showroom, cold air intake was fitted
i think you can get a 3/4" or 1/2" NPT brass fitting, matched to the outlet diameter of the rocker, same with new oil proof hose same diameter, an plumb that to the cold side with a heap of thread sealant/an a o ring,.. chuck ring clips around both ends,.. thats what I did for my catch can setup, i just ran it to the left hand strut tower, an then plumbed the rocker send line up towards over the crossover an same with the cold side, just so could pair them both an have it look somewhat aesthetic.. lol.. nothing in my engine bay looks aesthetic on second glance at the moment
Keep these videos coming!
That looked very professional.
Would this modification suit a BA Ford Fairlane Ghia 6 cylinder model?
The snorkel? I can't confirm but I would say there's a pretty good chance it would fit.
@@MotoringBoxTV Yes - just the snorkel please. I imagine it would sound different as my engine is non-turbo.
You should have used a standard bf xr8 air box as this is stock aswell but I would have just put a growler on it mate👍
Yeah its pretty good! Miss the au vids though 😏
I want to get the AU back in the garage soon. I owe it some maintenance.......
@@MotoringBoxTV good idea, she's a real beauty that one
Do you think that under headlight intake would fit an N/A FG model?
Probably not FG I'm guessing.
+1 on the gloves. A lot of car TH-camr guys bare-hands it, bathing them in stuff like used engine oil, which is full of nasties. I think there's this perception that wearing gloves is not 'manly' - but eh, I don't want shite on my hands either.
Half the fun is getting the toxic goo all over yourself.
Where did you get the snorkel from ?
Motoring box
eBay, but I haven't seen them on there for a while.
Hi mate not sure if you have done it already or not but I recommend upgrading your oil feed lines to the turbo. I had my turbo go and found out after that it’s a fault and turbo is a bit restricted.
Got one ready to go on 👍
MotoringBox thought you would be onto it 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 really enjoy your vids mate. I have a fig g6eturbo and want to get mine looking as clean as yours. Nice also to see a Brissy based channel.
Do you know how hard it is to find those snorkels now? Y'all got anymore snorkels?
Yes, unfortunately once word gets out on some of these OEM upgrades the parts sell out.
Great vid I think you should get a turbo side intake
Nah, I like how the stock crossover looks and would prefer to keep it.
From early youth to well into middle aged I only ever worked with bare hands and copped the dirt/grease/scrapes/etc and then one day F it, I tried gloves and would never go back to bare hands now....
Yup it's worth it. Not looking forward to wearing them in Summer, but we'll see...
I have a BA XR6 MAGNET TURBO UTE and my car has that setup from the factory. Was that an option
Love your videos,I installed a turbo back Venom exhaust,same as yours,I have now O2 sensors problems.Engine warning light comes on every second day.I clear it with a scan tool,but would like a permanant solution,any ideas?
I believe the stock ECU / tune isn't happy if the cat is replaced with a high-flow unit like yours. You may need to get it tuned to solve it, but the bonus is you'll end up with way more power than before!
@@MotoringBoxTV Thanks, I will get it tuned
Reminds me of the E series days when we would chick an el gt intake in.
Snorkel section that is
That’s exactly what I thought, just like the E series era.
Not sure if this has been mentioned but the xr8 intake is much bigger, not sure how it compares to the turbo. I have it on both my ba ghia and au xr8.
Wonder if this can be done to the FG XR6 Turbo.
I don't think the stock air box on the FG ever had an under headlight intake, I could be wrong though. But there are some nicely designed aftermarket intakes for the FG, like the "Streetfighter" or VCM air boxes. The catch can also installs slightly differently on the FG, I believe the line which plumbs back into the intake connects down near the battery.
Awesome 👍
Do you have an opinion on pod filters, are they any good? I could be wrong, but i read they are illegal in some states.
I think we all went through a pod filter phase - the legality is something you'll have to check as it varies by state. They need to be securely mounted at the very least, some states require them to be enclosed in a shroud of some sort. If your main goal is increased induction noise they do the job VERY well, but I wouldn't go for one if your goal is more power. For me I hate how they look in the engine bay, even with those ghetto aftermarket shrouds you can buy for some cars like the XR6T.
@@MotoringBoxTV I forgot, but you are right on the money about the pod phase, they were a huge deal in the 2000s..wild claims of increased HP and all.
10 years ago I had an Apexi pod on my R34 GTT with an aftermarket shroud. It sounded absolutely incredible, but deep down I missed how the stock air box assembly looked.
@@MotoringBoxTV I've got pod but fully enclosed....behind the headlight, that's been set up on 2015 WRX....behind the headlights is the ideal location, as anywhere else will be just sucking hot air stuck in engine bay!
I would like to know where I could purchase one of these headlight intakes
Any points would be useful I’ve tried to look on line for them thanks
Haven't seen any around for a while. Facebook marketplace or wreckers may be the best bet from now on.
do you have the part number for the snorkel?
Choo Choo! Big smile.
Next mod. 3 port bypass valve. I have one waiting to install just need to arrange the same dia silicone to match. Have a K&N high performance filter, and a 8 shaker bonnet snorkel... will sound ub3r AF
PS. Huge difference in the induction notes. Nice work!
Thanks mate. I have a no-name BOV on there at the moment - but it is alloy (not plastic) and the spring strength is adjustable at least. Seems to work very well!
Where did you buy secondary intake from?
What model fords are they on?
They're an FPV Typhoon part, although apparently some BF XR6 Turbos and XR8's may have had them. I bought mine through eBay from a Ford dealer, but I haven't seen them up for sale recently. Apparently Ford still has stock, so you may have to source it through your local dealer.
How much did you pay if you don’t mind me asking
Around $110 from memory 👍
Okay cheers
Just finished watching the video and you say the price 🤦♂️
Once I seen the mod I stopped halfway through the video trying to find one online 😂
Sorry to bother you again,installing a catch can,same set up as yours.However the plastic fitting that screws into the crossover is broken,trying to find a replacement or a barbed fitting that will suit,also could do with the rubber elbow on the other end.Any help/link would be great
I remember finding a brass replacement at Supercheap - can't remember the exact size, but take your broken plastic one down there and see if they'll help. The rubber elbow is harder to find from memory - you might have to see if Ford still stock them.
@@MotoringBoxTV Thanks again, you fucking rock! Keep up the great work
@@MotoringBoxTV Got one from Super Cheap,thanks again.
I watch your tutes before any others,great work.
The intake under the headlight - where is that getting airflow from? The gap between headlight and bumper?
I'll pull the bumper off sometime to have a look. I'd say probably from the main air-dam in the front bumper. You know, just pulling air across from the centre.
front corner above the fog light . its a good NA upgrade as well . cooler intake temps as its no longer drawing the bulk of the air from next to the radiator
Good work. Run your car on 98 ron ULP too as will help with performance!
Always do!
@@MotoringBoxTV good work. Try changing out the fuel filter too!
And where can I get one of these snorkles
If your only half throttle mate then that thing pulls threw the rev range hard ! Sounds really heathly 👍
Yup it has always driven really well, surprisingly so.
Did you have to oil that air filter before installing?
I don't believe so.
Did he really say big flange, and force it into the hole?
Indeed
Best mod by far is to remove the firewall rubber seal!
As an engine reconditioner i can tell you the so called performance air filter will hurt. Iit will allow dirt and dust to enter the engine and increase ring and bore wear which will increase blowby and eventually stuff the engine. Most people will disagree with me but the proof is in the pudding and i have bored thousands of cyls over the years and seen the wear caused by washable filters. Falcon owners are lucky in the fact the falcon cyl block is much more durable than a lot of other engines in the fact they are capable of doing much higher ks before the bore wear out hence the reason they made good taxis. Ps dont be fooled by information put out by the manufacturers of these type of filters they just want to sell it. If you don't want your engine to last for years then its fine to run a washable filter so you can tell all your mates you run a high performance filter. Wank factor we call it in the trade.
Yes this is true. People should check out the project farm video where he tests air filters. K&N big fail
Sounds like the factory BOV isn't working properly if at all... Barra turbos don't "DOSE" like that.
Some fun facts,
My 2007 xr8 bf mk2 has this lower "snorkel" fitted standard.
My 2007 BF GT has the lower "snorkel" and a factory fitted BMC oiled panel filter.
Still working out a few unknowns about this car. Even at partial throttle the timecode on my footage was suggesting a mid 5-second 0-100 time.
Interesting. I look forward to future episodes as the investigation continues.
you found a place yet that'll let you film the clutch replacement?
Negative
I wonder if the extra intake piece would fit in an au xr6