3.5L NATURALLY ASPIRATED

[greg0920]

Has anyone been able to open up this engine? I feel that for a 6cyl this thing has no pep or get up and go unless you floor it. There is a dead spot when accelerating. I am just very disappointed in this engine. I have a 2013 explorer XLT 4x4. I have put an AEM dryflow air filter in it and it seems to have opened it up a little bit but not like I want it. Any help and or suggestions would be great. Not looking to drop a lot of money.

 

[Eric F]

Tuner. Livernois is an option that many have used with good success. This may or may not meet your budget.

Read more here...http://www.explorerforum.com/xenfor...rnois-only-for-the-n-a-3-5l-explorers.420064/

EDIT: I do wish my XLT had a little more pep at low RPMs, but overall, I'm fairly pleased with the power and torque once it gets spinning. That said, a Livernois tune is an awfully attractive tweak.

 

[JAPeterson]

My 2016 get right up and goes with no problems.

Just remember the saying on tuners and then having to go back to the dealer for a engine warranty. If you want to play you will have to pay.

 

[peterk9]

Has anyone been able to open up this engine? I feel that for a 6cyl this thing has no pep or get up and go unless you floor it. There is a dead spot when accelerating. I am just very disappointed in this engine. I have a 2013 explorer XLT 4x4. I have put an AEM dryflow air filter in it and it seems to have opened it up a little bit but not like I want it. Any help and or suggestions would be great. Not looking to drop a lot of money.

I had the 3.5L in my 2011 Limited and thought it had great power. Not as much as the current Ecoboost but good enough for such a heavy vehicle.

Peter

 

[Summers22]

I feel my 2016 3.5 has plenty of power