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Started by bigmoneycloser, November 25, 2014, 08:01:57 PM

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74d34h

#60
December 06, 2014, 05:36:12 PM
I got in on the next batch! Mine is going on a 2015 Xsport did you run into anything on the install worth noting, or is this nice and easy straightforward?
2013 SHO

bigmoneycloser

#61
December 06, 2014, 06:27:45 PM

Quote from: 74d34h on December 06, 2014, 05:36:12 PM
I got in on the next batch! Mine is going on a 2015 Xsport did you run into anything on the install worth noting, or is this nice and easy straightforward?

Nothing at all. Simple and smooth


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2014 Explorer Sport 401A
22x10.5 Vossen CVT- powder coated Matte Graphite
Pirelli Scorpion Zero Asimmetrico 285/35/22
H & R lowering springs/LMS 93 high boost/AirAid CAI/170* thermostat/3 Bar Map Sensor/Full LED interior /HID head and fog lights/weather tech digital floor mats/SharkFin antena/custom Billet foot pedals/Wilwood big brake kit/ LMS-Corsa CatBack Exhaust/LMS Catted Downpipes

BiGMaC

#62
December 07, 2014, 11:54:52 PM Last Edit: December 07, 2014, 11:57:13 PM by BiGMaC
Got mine installed today... great eye candy, easy install... Made underhood access bit easier too... couldn't wait to get dyno time... left click pics to enlarge.
Ahmad did well!  I do plan to replace the ring clamps with stainless T-clamps tp match the other plumbing...just OC I guess, LOL


•2013 Taurus SHO nonPP - All Ford factory options, 3BAR MAP, LMS v8 tune (mods for 3BAR, DPs, and T-stat), Paint & plastic correction, CQuart finest all exterior surfaces, limo black window tint,VLED Triton switchbacks, Daytime BrightLites switchback DRLs, full interior and exterior LED conversion, Lamin-X charcoal blackout tail lights and reflectors, PPE catted and coated downpipes, EBPP coated hotpipes with BoVs VTA, MDesign CAI
•2013 F250 CC Lariat 6.7EB Diesel -stock

SHOdded

#63
December 08, 2014, 01:31:55 AM
I'd say it looks OEM, but that would be severely underestimating the aesthetic value!
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

ompy1977

#64
December 08, 2014, 06:27:31 AM
I'm anxiously waiting for mine also. Going to install it on my 10 SHO. I was going to go with an airaid when I first boght it but kept reading all the bad reviews. This is exactly what we all needed. BANG UP JOB Mdesign has done on this intake. I have never seen anything like this. I can see these things going far!!!

PokerMunkee

#65
December 08, 2014, 09:07:43 AM
What's sound difference from the stock airbox?
2013 SHO PP - Ignot Silver/Charcoal
Unleashed 91 tune w/ 3BAR, Corsa exhaust, LEDs everywhere
2011 F-250 6.2 CCSB FX4

ZSHO

#66
December 08, 2014, 09:44:20 AM
Quote from: BiGMaC on December 07, 2014, 11:54:52 PM
Got mine installed today... great eye candy, easy install... Made underhood access bit easier too... couldn't wait to get dyno time... left click pics to enlarge.
Ahmad did well!  I do plan to replace the ring clamps with stainless T-clamps tp match the other plumbing...just OC I guess, LOL


Looks awesome on a clean engine,your absolutly correct in regards to t-bolt clamps,holds everything in place better,also changed the silicone couplers.


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

BiGMaC

#67
December 08, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Thanks guys!

Z... where did you get you T-clamps...they look better than the ons I have on my plumbing now!...PM please...TIA

Poker... Haven't gone WOT.  With the LME v8 tune (modded for CAI and DP) the fans come on if i'm running the environmental controls (which I just leave on automatic)... Maybe nice a little spooling, but she growls pretty big when i ask for power... So I can't really say on the sound... bmc has noticed a change though.  Butt-dyno says maybe quicker down low, but I need to get her to a dyne to be sure.

•2013 Taurus SHO nonPP - All Ford factory options, 3BAR MAP, LMS v8 tune (mods for 3BAR, DPs, and T-stat), Paint & plastic correction, CQuart finest all exterior surfaces, limo black window tint,VLED Triton switchbacks, Daytime BrightLites switchback DRLs, full interior and exterior LED conversion, Lamin-X charcoal blackout tail lights and reflectors, PPE catted and coated downpipes, EBPP coated hotpipes with BoVs VTA, MDesign CAI
•2013 F250 CC Lariat 6.7EB Diesel -stock

ZSHO

#68
December 08, 2014, 03:33:08 PM
Quote from: BiGMaC on December 08, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Thanks guys!

Z... where did you get you T-clamps...they look better than the ons I have on my plumbing now!...PM please...TIA

Poker... Haven't gone WOT.  With the LME v8 tune (modded for CAI and DP) the fans come on if i'm running the environmental controls (which I just leave on automatic)... Maybe nice a little spooling, but she growls pretty big when i ask for power... So I can't really say on the sound... bmc has noticed a change though.  Butt-dyno says maybe quicker down low, but I need to get her to a dyne to be sure.
Just PM,Z.


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

ZSHO

#69
December 08, 2014, 03:59:11 PM
In general also like to use my own silicone HPS high temp couplers,made for turbo and intercooler applications http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004NYCL7Y/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

SHOdded

#70
December 08, 2014, 05:55:31 PM
Quote from: BiGMaC on December 08, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Maybe nice a little spooling, but she growls pretty big when i ask for power... So I can't really say on the sound...
I can tell you that just changing filters can affect the sound significantly.  I put an AEM DryFlow on the Edge (no downstream changes), and the king of the jungle has awakened :)
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!

ZSHO

#71
December 09, 2014, 11:19:43 AM
In reference to panel filters,AEM dryflow filters are one of the best filters out there,maintenance free,not like the oily K&N FILTERS which need oiling and can damage your sensors. :thumb:


2013 Performance Package SHO| Livernois Custom Methanol Tune|3-Bar Map|Reische-170-Stat|Full Race Tial-10psi BOV in Black|PPE-Gloss Black Hot Pipes|EPP Dual Intake in Gloss Black|PPE Catted DP|Corsa Sport Cat Back Exhaust|H&R Sport-Springs|CFM Performance Billet Valve Cover Breather In Gloss Black|Llumar 20%Ceramic window Tint|MSD Ignition Coils in Black|Extreme Roof Spoiler|Redline Fluids all around|Gearhead Intercooler|First-SHO With Direct Port Alky-VP-M1-100%-Methanol Injection|LMS-Custom-Dyno-Tuned @ 415whp-465wtq| Best Trap Speed of 115.54 mph|

explorergotoluvit

#72
December 09, 2014, 07:48:40 PM
Quote from: BiGMaC on December 08, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Thanks guys!

Z... where did you get you T-clamps...they look better than the ons I have on my plumbing now!...PM please...TIA

Poker... Haven't gone WOT.  With the LME v8 tune (modded for CAI and DP) the fans come on if i'm running the environmental controls (which I just leave on automatic)... Maybe nice a little spooling, but she growls pretty big when i ask for power... So I can't really say on the sound... bmc has noticed a change though.  Butt-dyno says maybe quicker down low, but I need to get her to a dyne to be sure.

So if the dyno read more power on yours then you will be able to feel the difference? but right now you can't?
2013 explorer sport
LMS tuner stat 160 3 bar magna flow v8 91 map
k&n H&R spring
retrofit FXR bi-xenon projectors done by lightwerkz 
all lights replaced with leds from daytimebrightlites

bigmoneycloser

#73
December 09, 2014, 07:49:40 PM
Dyno read more power on mine and I can feel the difference.


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2014 Explorer Sport 401A
22x10.5 Vossen CVT- powder coated Matte Graphite
Pirelli Scorpion Zero Asimmetrico 285/35/22
H & R lowering springs/LMS 93 high boost/AirAid CAI/170* thermostat/3 Bar Map Sensor/Full LED interior /HID head and fog lights/weather tech digital floor mats/SharkFin antena/custom Billet foot pedals/Wilwood big brake kit/ LMS-Corsa CatBack Exhaust/LMS Catted Downpipes

BiGMaC

#74
December 09, 2014, 08:07:59 PM
Quote from: explorergotoluvit on December 09, 2014, 07:48:40 PM
Quote from: BiGMaC on December 08, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Thanks guys!

Z... where did you get you T-clamps...they look better than the ons I have on my plumbing now!...PM please...TIA

Poker... Haven't gone WOT.  With the LME v8 tune (modded for CAI and DP) the fans come on if i'm running the environmental controls (which I just leave on automatic)... Maybe nice a little spooling, but she growls pretty big when i ask for power... So I can't really say on the sound... bmc has noticed a change though.  Butt-dyno says maybe quicker down low, but I need to get her to a dyne to be sure.

So if the dyno read more power on yours then you will be able to feel the difference? but right now you can't?

Of course not.  But subjective impressions are affected by the placebo factor.... Butt dyno says more low end... but AWDyno would prove it...  There are differences in the total package of the Xport and the SHO. I like the ability to access my tranny fluid dipstick and the general eye candy regardless.

•2013 Taurus SHO nonPP - All Ford factory options, 3BAR MAP, LMS v8 tune (mods for 3BAR, DPs, and T-stat), Paint & plastic correction, CQuart finest all exterior surfaces, limo black window tint,VLED Triton switchbacks, Daytime BrightLites switchback DRLs, full interior and exterior LED conversion, Lamin-X charcoal blackout tail lights and reflectors, PPE catted and coated downpipes, EBPP coated hotpipes with BoVs VTA, MDesign CAI
•2013 F250 CC Lariat 6.7EB Diesel -stock
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