Short Ram Air Intake For Ford Windstar (1996-1998) with 3.8L V6 Engine Grey

High-Velocity Induction for the Essex 3.8L V6: 1996-1998 Windstar Performance Intake

Who It’s For: Engineered for Ford Windstar owners running the Essex 3.8L V6 powerplant who are tired of the stock sluggishness and want better response from their heavy chassis.

The Symptom: The factory intake on the Essex 3.8L V6 is designed for silence at the cost of performance. In a heavy vehicle like the Windstar, the restrictive resonator box and accordion-style plastic tubing create massive air turbulence, making the van feel sluggish during highway merging or when carrying a full load. You often find yourself burying the throttle just to get a response because the engine is fighting to pull air through a maze of sound-dampening baffles.

The Engineering Fix: This system replaces that restrictive plumbing with a mandrel-bent T304 aluminum tube that provides a direct, high-velocity path to the throttle body. By straightening the airflow path and removing the factory baffles, we increase the oxygen density entering the combustion chamber for a cleaner burn. This results in a sharper throttle snap and a deeper, more purposeful induction growl when you step on the gas.

Why Mechanics Choose This Kit

• Enhanced Torque Delivery: Boosts horsepower and torque by up to 10% by allowing the Essex 3.8L V6 to breathe without the parasitic drag of the stock airbox.
• Induction Roar: Replaces the muffled factory sound with a deep, sporty tone that signals the engine is actually moving air efficiently.
• Lifetime Filtration: Features a washable, high-flow cotton filter that only needs maintenance every 50,000 miles, making it the last filter you’ll ever buy for this van.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility & OEM Reference

Fits the Following Vehicles:

• 1996 Ford Windstar 3.8L V6 (Automatic & Manual Transmissions)
• 1997 Ford Windstar 3.8L V6 (Automatic & Manual Transmissions)
• 1998 Ford Windstar 3.8L V6 (Automatic & Manual Transmissions)

Interchange Part Numbers:

1996, 1997, 1998, FORD, WINDSTAR, 3.8L, V6, SHORT-RAM-GREY

The Performance Promise

Buy with confidence. This kit is designed for a direct bolt-on installation using basic hand tools in under 60 minutes. It is a proven way to improve throttle response and fuel economy on the aging Ford V6 platform. Backed by real automotive experts and fast shipping.