{"product_id":"cold-air-intake-for-ford-explorer-1997-2001-mercury-mountaineer-1997-2000-5-0l","title":"Cold Air Intake for Ford Explorer (1997-2001) \u0026 Mercury Mountaineer (1997-2000) 5.0L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Flow Cold Air Intake for 1997-2001 Ford, Mercury Explorer, Mountaineer (5.0L Windsor \/ UN105)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Bolt-On Airflow Optimization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces the restrictive factory air box and convoluted rubber intake tubing to lower intake air temperatures, reduce turbulence, and increase volumetric efficiency on the 5.0L V8 engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Explorer, Mountaineer Airflow Bottleneck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe factory intake system on the UN105 Explorer and Mountaineer prioritizes NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) reduction over performance. The OEM setup utilizes corrugated rubber hoses and a baffled plastic airbox that severely disrupts laminar airflow before it reaches the throttle body. Over years of heat cycling around the 5.0L Windsor block, the stock plastic resonators and rubber bellows degrade, harden, and become prone to unmetered vacuum leaks. Furthermore, the enclosed factory box traps ambient engine heat, resulting in severe heat soak. This robs the V8 of vital oxygen density, suppressing the crucial low-end torque required for towing and off-road hauling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis cold air intake system eliminates factory restriction by utilizing mandrel-bent, T-6063 aerospace-grade aluminum piping with a 3-inch outer diameter. The smooth internal bore removes the turbulence caused by OEM corrugated tubing, ensuring a steady, high-velocity stream of dense air reaches the intake manifold. The polished aluminum construction provides superior structural rigidity while actively dissipating residual engine bay heat. Paired with a high-flow dry air filter element, the system drastically increases total filtration surface area without the mass-airflow (MAF) sensor fouling risks common with heavily oiled filters. The kit integrates durable PVC couplers, replacement vacuum hoses, and heavy-duty clamps to ensure a permanent, leak-proof seal that reliably withstands engine torque deflection under heavy loads.\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;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1997-2001 Ford Explorer, 1997-2000 Mercury Mountaineer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e5.0L Windsor V8 \/ UN105\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e215 hp \/ 288 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n \n  \u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1997-2001 Ford Explorer 5.0L V8 (Fits Auto \u0026amp; Manual Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1997-2000 Mercury Mountaineer 5.0L V8 (Fits Auto \u0026amp; Manual Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Ford, Mercury Durability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEngineered to complement the rugged, cast-iron architecture of the 5.0L Windsor, this intake upgrades your SUV’s breathing capacity for improved throttle response, sustained pulling power during heavy towing, and enhanced reliability in demanding off-road environments. \u003cem\u003eNote: Intake kits are sold for off-road use only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244922286328,"sku":"DS-E21E2G3ZT","price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/cold-air-intake-for-ford-explorer-1997-2001-mercury-mountaineer-1997-2000-5-0l-1.webp?v=1776300230","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/cold-air-intake-for-ford-explorer-1997-2001-mercury-mountaineer-1997-2000-5-0l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}