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Out on the road the improved midrange made the truck much more enjoyable to drive. The exhaust and intake work together to give the truck a powerful but pleasant and manageable sound.

Part Numbers:

MAC
#3544 F150 Induction System
#TK5505 F150...

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Back on the LA Performance Division Dynojet for an after test, and with the Edge programmer set to performance, our F150 made 261 horsepower and 285 ft-lbs of torque.

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Here is the finished product back on the ground. The bolt-on tips make re-aligning or replacing them easy.

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With the pipes hung, bolt the two together and align the tips before tightening the whole system. A tie-down can support the outlet pipes to make it easier to get them aligned properly.

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The rear outlet needs a new mount attached to the frame, the bracket can bolt on here above the shackle mount or it can be welded on for a stronger option.

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Hang the front exhaust outlet using the stock mount, then thread the nuts onto the studs by hand.

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With the new studs screwed into the connecter pipe and muffler rear flanges, hang the new muffler using the stock rubber mounts, then rotate the connector so it lines up with the muffler's inlet.

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Install the new connector tube into the stock front section but leave it loose so it can rotate to match the new muffler.

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With the clamp loose, work the stock system free by pushing it towards the back of the truck while rocking it side to side. The exhaust will come out in one piece.

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Simple F150 performance mods from MAC and Edge Products

Story and photos by Arthur Jensen

The F150 is a great truck, powerful, stylish, durable and affordable. The F150's factory intake and exhaust systems, however, are not so gre...

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The Edge Products Evolution programmer includes everything you need for a clean, easy install, including a custom molded mount for the unit, a cable with plenty of excess length for other mounting options and very detailed instructions.

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To unlock the MAF sensor lead, press down on the red clip and pull straight out.

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Mount the new MAF housing with sensor installed into the elbow fitting on the engine with the flow arrow pointing towards the elbow, at this stage leave all the clamps loose.

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A special bit to remove the MAF sensor is included with the intake, remove and save the screws, then carefully remove the MAF sensor from the airbox.

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The air inlet tube simply pulls out of the air box. On the body end it's held in with a simple rubber grommet. Remove the whole tube and grommet and set them aside.

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Out on the road the improved midrange made the truck much more enjoyable to drive. The exhaust and intake work together to give the truck a powerful but pleasant and manageable sound.

Part Numbers:

MAC
#3544 F150 Induction System
#TK5505 F150...

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Start by removing the drivers side dash access panel.

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With the bolts removed, the air box can be pulled away from the throttle body by hand, the MAF sensor is still inside so set it aside carefully to avoid damaging it.