06 V6 air intakes

[beachthug4]

Hey guys just got my 06’ V6 xlt 4x4 explorer. I have noticed that it’s a little underpowered and was wondering if a cold air intake would help this. I have been able to find intakes for 03’ and 04’ V6’s but nothing for a 06’. Any thoughts or suggestions would be much appreciated, since I am really new to this. Thanks

 

[limexp]

Try Kurtz Kustom Motorsports. They make a setup for the 06 V8 and it looks and works great.

 

[KKM]

Try Kurtz Kustom Motorsports. They make a setup for the 06 V8 and it looks and works great.

Explorer/Mountaineer 4.0L 04-UP TR-054004 134.95

 

[FORDAILY]

potential stupid question: Does this void factory warranty at all? Looks great! THX

 

[KKM]

Never a stupid question and never a warranty denied. Federal law prohibits a manufacturer from unjustly denying vehicle warranty. To clear up all specific details, check the great resources at SEMA

Warranty info at SEMA.org

 

[Bwana Bob]

Does it actually improve performance or does it just make the truck sound more powerful?

Bob

 

[KKM]

Does it actually improve performance or does it just make the truck sound more powerful?

Bob

An average gain of 9hp, 14ft/lbs torque and most everyone receives better mileage.

 

[Bwana Bob]

An average gain of 9hp, 14ft/lbs torque and most everyone receives better mileage.

Thank you, that sounds like a pretty decent improvement. When I get my new Ex, I'll put the KKM unit on the "to do" mods list.


Bob

 

[Crizz]

better mileage only after re-adjusting my right foot - but more fun on demand all the time

 

[shaker1]

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[torexplorer]

One Question?

Does the KKM Intake require a tune? I'm not sure if SCT makes a 4.0 V6 tuner for "06 Explorers.

 

[KKM]

No tune required, straight bolt-on kit.

 

[torexplorer]

Thanks

Thanks Warren. I appreciate the response. I will look into the KKM.

 

[thomasb_04]

does that intake fit the 2007 sporttracs

 

[jtudor]

Just wanted to let everyone know I just ordered my kit from Warren...Can't wait....

 

[Crizz]

takes only a little time, got mine overseas to GE within 10 days : )

 

[jtudor]

takes only a little time, got mine overseas to GE within 10 days : )

Says mine will be here on the 15th....Wooo hooo....I actually start vacation on the 15th.

 

[iLuvbase]

boo hoo

The big bad tax man :thumbdwn: came and took away my plans for a new KKM for my X... looks like it will have to wait til next month, if that soon

 

[midiout]

What is that device that is located before the intake goes into the manifold ? It is on top of the intake - looks like a black washer bottle. It appears to be a baffle of some sort - no wires/tubes coming out of it. It sort of looks like a brake master cylinder. Was this installed to limit the air going into the engine ? Thanks

 

[Y2KFirehawk]

What is that device that is located before the intake goes into the manifold ? It is on top of the intake - looks like a black washer bottle. It appears to be a baffle of some sort - no wires/tubes coming out of it. It sort of looks like a brake master cylinder. Was this installed to limit the air going into the engine ? Thanks

My understanding is that it is there to dissipate the air turbulence to make the stock intake more "silent." Although my stock intake does have a "turbo-like" whistle to it.... I'm in the market to get the KKM for my '07 V6 though... gotta work on the WAF... (wife-approval-factor)