Ford super duty 7.3 Godzilla gets some bolt on power gains!

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2 жыл бұрын

If you have a 7.3 you probably share the same frustration as I have for the limited amount of aftermarket add ons. Thankfully AFE has a CAI option that not only looks good but actually performs. Brought to you as always unsponsored and none biased.
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@TAMBestBuild 10 ай бұрын

Thanks. I just switched from an F450 Powesrstroke to a F250 7.3 gas for my now new and smaller 10,000 lb. 5th wheel. The new setup is the dream.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 10 ай бұрын

Outstanding! Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@vrm86gt 2 жыл бұрын

The stock airbox is a cold air intake!

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Correct, but I wanted a less restricted CAI. Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@leesenne1719 2 жыл бұрын

X 2

@FredRTP96 2 ай бұрын

It is, but there is gains that can be gained with cold air. In most cases… im remote tuner. These modern v8 have more compression than older V8 from early 2000s , these moden v8 Chevy/Ford/Ram love more air and benefit from cold air and make more power.

@kericks1991 Ай бұрын

I know right???

@shanelawrence3972 2 жыл бұрын

Was hoping for some more in cab pulls and sound clips... Really think you should do a follow up video.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Not with gas prices like they are… haha I’m riding in eco mode. 😂

@free2chasehappy 2 жыл бұрын

That's a monster of a filter! A tune would definitely make the most use out of your new setup!

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed! I’m still a little nervous about a tune to be honest but yeah that the direction I’m heading. Five-star tuning has some stuff for the 7.3 already. I don’t want a race truck however ha. If I got it tuned I would want a eco mode, maybe a performance towing, and perhaps maybe a fun tune to see what she would do. If she gets tuned I’ll definitely do a video! Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@lancelamoon5294 2 жыл бұрын

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 I have had my 19 6.2 tuned from 5 Star from day one no problems what so ever. I would go ahead and do it. I have a 7.3 on order and plan on tuning it soon as I get it.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

@@lancelamoon5294 Awesome Lance! Please keep me updated! Maybe I should just call them. I really need help deciding on a device and the tunes…. I know I want a eco, and a 87 performance. I will most likely not get a 93 tune unless it’s just that much better.

@lancelamoon5294 2 жыл бұрын

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 I have all the tunes for 87 but I never take it off the daily tow tune. I have tried the others but didn’t care for them. Eco is basically a tad better than stock and performance is to aggressive for daily driving to me.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

@@lancelamoon5294 great information! I guess tow mode gives you a balance between eco and performance… thanks for reaching out!

@kevinvanlohuizen2709 2 жыл бұрын

Leaving those plugs off the new box seems to be counter productive. Yes it allows more air, but now you are allowing "hot" air in, the one thing you don't want.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

I agree I ended up adding the plug back… thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@chadwallo8026 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve got exhaust and a PedalMonster on mine been thinking about tuning and a afe intake. Hopefully they start making more go fast parts soon

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah man the market is slim for us right now… how much if a difference did the pedal monster make?

@chadwallo8026 2 жыл бұрын

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 it’s quite a difference even on the lowest setting. Never really tried much more than that lol. It has city sport and track mode. I have a video of my true dual exhaust on my channel if u care to see it

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Cool I’ll check it out

@chadwallo8026 2 жыл бұрын

How are you liking this intake?

@paulyancey68 2 ай бұрын

4 inch holesaw , make two nice overlapping cuts in front facing main part of airbox behind headlight,...will look like a figure 8 , free air intake improvement, and nice intake growl...few tenths fuel mileage increase also...best of all.... free!!!!!!!

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 ай бұрын

I didn't see much improvement in MPG to be honest.

@daveyaremko1342 Жыл бұрын

The problem with doing power add ons with the engine is the ecm does not react well to the changes. the ecm will not learn to adjust and compensate. So it defeats the whole purpose of doing this. Adding a power programmer or hard programming the ecm would be the only way to change this

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 Жыл бұрын

I agree, a tune is the best way to utilize any of these “upgrades.” Otherwise you’ll be like me with little to no noticeable difference in performance or efficiency.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@thehorseman1806 2 ай бұрын

I hauls and cargo for a living, im a hotshot in Iowa. I've got the 7.3 in my 2020 F250. Would you recommend this for torque? Any decent gains in MPG?

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 Ай бұрын

To be honest the gains are marginal without a tune. Add this and a tune and you will be where you want to be. Thanks for watching!

@HMuny55 Жыл бұрын

the stock filter pulls cold air from the grill you can see the scoop coming up from the box. Ive seen numbers on the stock box vs various cold air intake kits. Its a waste of money, they flow nearly the same amount of air. If you really want performance install a K&N filter on your stock intake. The engineers at ford are more than capable of designing an optimum intake design.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 Жыл бұрын

I understand what you’re saying and I say yes and no. In my case, since my truck is not tuned it’s pretty much pointless as you mentioned however with a tune that takes advantage of the less restricted tubing/filter it can make a difference. I saw no increase of fuel efficiency however did notice a slight difference in throttle response but not worth $500. Thank you for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@czealtamahawk1228 2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever have a chance to tune her. If you did, how much HP and Torque did you gain and which ones?

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

No tune all stock… think it would definitely benefit with a tune but have been hesitant with warranty.

@pauldiesel4582 2 жыл бұрын

Watching your speedometer climb so fast reminds me of watching a Mustang GT speedometer! Does that 7.3 pull you hard in the seat much?

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Yes… she’s not good right off the line but if she’s moving and you hammer down it’s putting you back.

@pauldiesel4582 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the response!

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

@vanwinkledan74 2 жыл бұрын

cold air intakes generally lose power unless you tune for it

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

I do intend to tune and possibly supercharge down the line. Baby steps Daniel 🤘🏻

@christianhadaway6144 3 ай бұрын

What’s the link to it?

@chadwallo8026 2 жыл бұрын

Ordered one of these and they’re back ordered from the manufacturer. Might be 3 months

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thanks for the update! If you want some real world feedback. Don’t expect any MPG gains. The best use for these and exhaust is definitely a tune. If you’d like me not likely to tune anytime soon it may not warrant the cost. Just being honest and transparent. Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

@redd7188 2 жыл бұрын

Sup pal, I know that you use to have what Ford now calls Rapid Red "Ruby". How did you like and would you get it again? Also I hear that color adds resale value.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Dude it was a sexy truck, and when it was clean it was clean. One thing I hated about it was it got dirty super easy and for that reason alone I will probably not buy another one… but I try not to say never… 😬

@redd7188 2 жыл бұрын

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 cool deal. Been looking at a Rapid red Lariat sport.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

She fine bro… she fine. She also high maintenance… 😂

@redd7188 2 жыл бұрын

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 lol, preach brotha!!

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Had to testify real quick… 🙌🏻

@davemiller3027 2 жыл бұрын

After you've had it in for a few days can you see any changes in fuel economy and power?

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Great question, give me a little more time. I’m not driving the truck every day right now. I am monitoring it, as I do for every tank. I suspect I may see a little improvement but I’m not expecting a huge improvement.

@davemiller3027 2 жыл бұрын

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 thanks, I sure your not going to see huge changes but little ones add up. I'm thinking of upgrading from a 15 Tundra. I was waiting on the 22 Tundra to be released and really disappointed in it after a long test drive.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

@@davemiller3027 I agree! Really? What did you not like about it? Honestly your gas mileage would be about the same upgrading to a Superduty haha. Those tundras love the gas station. If I baby mine I can get upper 14s. I really have a heavy foot though.

@davemiller3027 2 жыл бұрын

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 OH boy did toyota let us down. I found the new seats were not as comfortable as I'd like, the ride like a Tahoe and not as responsive as I'd thought it'd be. The V6TT was ok but had some lag, but if it was already spoolrd up it was better and not the increase in payload as expected. After seeing some towing videos and talking to people who have them I think I'll wait and upgrade to a 23 SD 7.3L. Not in a rush to get a new truck my 15 is set up just right and runs like a champ. I tow a Tractor just a little heavier than yours and it dose good so far, but we will have start having to take it from SE Texas to NW Arkansas more and more and going up a few times I've really pushed it hard. I think the SD will just be a better, safer truck when towing.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

@@davemiller3027 that’s really disappointing but that doesn’t surprise me. You will not be disappointed in the 7.3L. I hoping to put some weight behind mine soon! If and when you upgrade let me know… I’d like to see what you ended up doing.

@atomicorang 7 ай бұрын

I’m wondering how a “ cold air intake” works in 100 degree summers in Nevada works.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 7 ай бұрын

It does the best it can hahah. Thanks for watching!

@atomicorang 7 ай бұрын

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 You are welcome!!

@rustynail7866 2 жыл бұрын

The best mod I've done on mine is a throttle response programmer.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Which one bro? Pedal commander?

@rustynail7866 2 жыл бұрын

@@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 mine is an EVC. Plug into pedal wiring and go. Small controller on the dash. Around $200.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

@@rustynail7866 I’ll check that out… I know a lot folks like the Pedal Commander. It’s good to hear about other brand ms out there!

@chadvanorden5602 2 жыл бұрын

Good vid man. I’m starting to do stuff to my 2022 7.3

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

@@chadvanorden5602 what are you thinking about doing? Curious what others have planned for the Godzilla!

@MrDraper38 2 жыл бұрын

Can you post where you bought and exact name if

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

I bought directly from @aFepower1 and I chose the oiled version (think K&N). You can also choose the dry filter version. Thank you for taking the time to comment and for watching! afepower.com/afe-power-50-70058r-momentum-gt-cold-air-intake-system-w-pro-5r-filter

@leesenne1719 2 жыл бұрын

Dry is the way to go. Tested many filter systems for Ford and GM and after market. Little differance in proformance was measured.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

@@leesenne1719 thanks Lee! I was on the fence and ultimately went with oiled… I would have rather had dry for obviously reasons.

@freedomisntfree_44 2 жыл бұрын

This motor will last for ever with the rpms that it runs

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

From what I’ve seen from research, ford is shooting for these being 300k mile plus engines. I hope you and the research are correct m! Supposedly it’s suppose to be easier to work on being push rod etc.

@jthorpe454 2 жыл бұрын

The rpm’s are low when driving normally, but when you have a heavy tow the power range is nearly 4000 rpms. So that worries me sometimes. But hey, we’ll see.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

@@jthorpe454 I think we will be fine… Ford V8s are generally high revving engines to begin with. The 5.0 is the same way. I am having a occasional rough ideal with my 7.3. When I get some time I’m going to take it in.

@whit10mm72 2 жыл бұрын

Just wondering. Does this mod mess with the factory warranty?

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Only thing with warranty they have to prove that the mod cause whatever to fail. Worse cause I see for this would be if you had a MAF sensor go bad then they could that the air intake caused the failure. Other than that you should be good to go. Adding a cold air intake is pretty common.

@Back_door_bandit_98 2 жыл бұрын

If I’m being honest the engine bay looks like a complete mess in the 7.3s compared to my 6.6 Silverado gasser and they are both small blocks so there’s really no excuse. Hoses and wires are all over the place they didn’t even try to tuck them into places so you have more room to work on the motor.

@theoverdriveconsumerchanne4424 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback!