{"product_id":"cat-back-exhaust-for-ford-f-150-1997-2004-4-6l-5-4l","title":"Cat Back Exhaust for Ford F-150 (1997-2004) 4.6L 5.4L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCorrosion-Resistant Cat-Back Exhaust for 1997-2004 Ford F-150\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Cat Back Exhaust replaces the restrictive factory exhaust assembly on the 1997-2004 Ford F-150 to reduce parasitic backpressure, improve thermal dissipation, and optimize exhaust scavenging for consistent towing power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Ford F-150 Exhaust Restriction and Corrosion Fatigue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory exhaust routing on the \u003cstrong\u003ePN-96\u003c\/strong\u003e platform relies on low-grade aluminized steel piping prone to severe road-salt oxidation, pitting, and weld fatigue along the seams. Internally, the OEM muffler utilizes restrictive baffled chambers and necked-down, press-bent curves that introduce significant turbulence into the exhaust stream. For the \u003cstrong\u003eTriton Modular V8\u003c\/strong\u003e, this bottleneck impedes post-combustion cylinder scavenging, increases exhaust gas temperatures (EGTs) during heavy towing loads, and mutes the natural engine note behind restrictive internal packing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from high-tensile \u003cstrong\u003eT-304 Stainless Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, this cat-back system eliminates flow impediments using precision mandrel-bent 3-inch tubing that maintains uniform cross-sectional diameter through every transition. The included high-flow performance muffler replaces baffled restrictions with a low-resistance perforated core, accelerating exhaust gas velocity across both the \u003cstrong\u003e4.6L Modular\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e5.4L Triton\u003c\/strong\u003e powerplants. Featuring fully integrated TIG-welded hanger rods, a polished 3-inch exit tip, and precision-faced flanges, this bolt-on kit provides immediate thermal relief, exceptional rust prevention, and durable service under severe work cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1997-2004 Ford F-150\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e4.6L \/ 5.4L Triton V8 \/ PN-96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e220-260 hp \/ 265-350 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eSPT-CAT1201\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997-2004 Ford F-150 Base, XL, XLT, Lariat (4.6L Modular V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997-2004 Ford F-150 XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch (5.4L Triton V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2004 Ford F-150 Heritage Edition (4.6L \/ 5.4L V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the PN-96 F-150?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, this is a direct fit for the 1997-2004 Ford F-150 equipped with the 4.6L or 5.4L \u003cstrong\u003eTriton Modular\u003c\/strong\u003e engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this cat-back trigger a Check Engine Light (CEL)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No, because this system bolts downstream of factory catalytic converters, secondary O2 sensor telemetry remains within OE factory parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Utility Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to handle the continuous payload and heavy-towing requirements demanded of the tenth-generation F-150 platform, this cat-back assembly provides the structural integrity, thermal efficiency, and rust-resistant durability essential for reliable truck duty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50622356947192,"sku":"DS-EQRI27J2J","price":345.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/cat-back-exhaust-for-ford-f-150-1997-2004-4-6l-5-4l-1.jpg?v=1790263542","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/cat-back-exhaust-for-ford-f-150-1997-2004-4-6l-5-4l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}