{"product_id":"performance-air-intake-for-ford-explorer-ranger-1991-1994-with-4-0l-ohv-v6-engine-blue","title":"Performance Air Intake For Ford Explorer\/Ranger (1991-1994) with 4.0L OHV V6 Engine Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGive your first-gen Explorer or Ranger the breath of fresh air it deserves and finally fix that sluggish throttle response common to the aging 4.0L OHV Cologne V6.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Air Intake Upgrade for Ford Explorer \u0026amp; Ranger (4.0L OHV V6)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re still running the original factory air box on your 1991-1994 Ford, you’re essentially forcing your engine to breathe through a straw. The stock plastic housing was designed more for sound dampening than flow, often becoming brittle and prone to vacuum leaks over decades of heat cycles. This performance intake replaces that restrictive, heat-soaked factory assembly with high-flow T304 lightweight aluminum piping finished in a stealthy black coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4.0L OHV V6 is a legendary \"tractor\" motor—reliable and torquey, but it lacks top-end efficiency. By streamlining the air path to the manifold, this kit reduces pumping losses and allows the engine to reach its power band more effectively. Whether you are navigating a trail or merging onto the highway, the improvement in throttle response is immediate. Plus, you’ll get that signature deep, throaty growl under load that the factory silencers were designed to hide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit isn't just a performance mod; it’s a smart maintenance move. The included high-flow filter is fully washable and reusable, meaning you can stop hunting for paper filters at the parts store. It’s a simple, bolt-on solution that modernizes your intake tract without requiring any permanent modifications to your classic Ford chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You Need This Upgrade\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Power Delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potential gains of up to 10% in horsepower and torque by maximizing airflow to the stock manifold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStealth Durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features T304 aluminum piping with a rugged black coating that resists corrosion and looks professional under the hood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Intake Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces the muffled factory tone with a deep, sporty engine note during acceleration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifetime Filtration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a washable, reusable filter that only requires service every 50,000 miles in normal conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficient Combustion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improved airflow helps the engine breathe easier, leading to better throttle response and more efficient fuel mapping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 20px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\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;\"\u003e1991-1994 Ford Explorer \/ Ranger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEngine Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e4.0L OHV Cologne 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;\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eBeginner \/ Under 60 Minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eBlack Coated T304 Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward and can be completed in your driveway with basic hand tools like a socket wrench and screwdriver. The kit is a direct replacement for the factory air box and intake tube. \u003cstrong\u003eCritical Step:\u003c\/strong\u003e You must disconnect your battery terminal during the install. This allows the engine computer to reset and \"re-learn\" the new airflow parameters once you fire it back up, ensuring optimal fuel-to-air ratios from the first drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces These OEM Applications \u0026amp; Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1991-1994 Ford Explorer 4.0L OHV V6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1991-1994 Ford Ranger 4.0L OHV V6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 0.9em; color: #666; background-color: #f5f5f5; padding: 10px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003eF17Z-9600-A, F27Z-9B659-A, 9194-FRD-40L-BLK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStop settling for restricted performance and give your 4.0L OHV the airflow it needs for a more responsive and powerful drive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47758466547960,"sku":"DS-ECP-TRANGER-01","price":129.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/explorangerbl1__28658.1690313254.1280.1280.jpg?v=1769978062","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-air-intake-for-ford-explorer-ranger-1991-1994-with-4-0l-ohv-v6-engine-blue","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}