{"product_id":"cold-air-intake-for-ford-f150-1997-2003-with-4-2l-v6-engine-red","title":"Cold Air Intake for Ford F150 (1997-2003) 4.2L Engine","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOptimize Your Essex V6: High-Flow Cold Air Intake for 1997-2003 Ford F-150 4.2L\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It’s For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for tenth-generation Ford F-150 owners running the 4.2L Essex V6 powerplant who are tired of the stock sluggishness and want to reclaim their truck’s lost potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Symptom:\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory intake on the 4.2L V6 is designed for silence and cost-efficiency, not performance. It utilizes a series of restrictive resonator boxes and accordion-style plastic tubing that creates massive air turbulence, effectively choking the engine’s throttle response. When you’re trying to merge onto the highway or haul a light load, this lack of airflow makes the truck feel heavy and unresponsive, as the engine struggles to pull in enough oxygen to meet the demand for torque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Engineering Fix:\u003c\/strong\u003e This system replaces that restrictive plastic plumbing with a high-velocity, mandrel-bent T304 aluminum tube. By smoothing out the internal airflow path and eliminating the corrugated factory hoses, we significantly reduce \"skin friction\" within the intake tract. This allows for a more laminar flow of air into the manifold, increasing the oxygen density entering the combustion chamber. The result is a sharper throttle snap, improved volumetric efficiency, and a resonant induction growl that lets the Essex V6 breathe the way it was meant to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Mechanics Choose This Kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Torque Curve:\u003c\/strong\u003e By reducing vacuum restriction, this kit helps the V6 reach its peak torque faster, providing up to a 10% boost in horsepower and torque depending on your current tuning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAggressive Induction Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacing the baffled factory box provides a deep, throaty sound under heavy acceleration without being obnoxious at cruising speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Efficiency Filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a washable, high-flow cotton media filter that provides superior surface area for filtration while allowing for a significantly higher CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute) rating than paper filters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1997-2004 Ford F-150 \/ Heritage\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEngine Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e4.2L Essex V6\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFactory Ratings\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eApprox. 202 HP \/ 252 lb-ft Torque\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eMandrel-Bent T304 Aluminum (Red Finish)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; OEM Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits the Following Vehicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997 Ford F-150 (4.2L V6 Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998 Ford F-150 (4.2L V6 Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1999 Ford F-150 (4.2L V6 Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2000 Ford F-150 (4.2L V6 Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2001 Ford F-150 (4.2L V6 Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2002 Ford F-150 (4.2L V6 Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2003 Ford F-150 (4.2L V6 Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2004 Ford F-150 Heritage (4.2L V6 Engine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterchange Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 0.9em; color: #666; background-color: #f5f5f5; padding: 10px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 4.2L, V6, F150-42-RED\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Performance Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstalling this kit is a straightforward bolt-on process that typically takes less than 60 minutes with basic hand tools. To ensure your ECU properly maps the new air density levels, we recommend disconnecting the battery terminal during installation to allow the fuel trims to reset. \u003cstrong\u003eBuy with confidence.\u003c\/strong\u003e Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47758444724472,"sku":"DS-FORD-F150-4-2N","price":119.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/Performance_Air_Intake_For_Ford_F150_1997_2003_4.2L_2png__52486.1648835159.1280.1280.png?v=1774464490","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/cold-air-intake-for-ford-f150-1997-2003-with-4-2l-v6-engine-red","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}