15-17 F-150 2.7L V6 Ecoboost Intercoolers

Ford F-150 2.7 EcoBoost Intercoolers: Boost Your Truck’s Cool Factor! 

The Scoop on FMIC Upgrades

So, you’re the proud owner of a 2015-2017 F-150 with the gutsy 2.7L V6 EcoBoost engine. You know what’s cooler than a polar bear in shades? Upgrading your intercooler! 

What’s an Intercooler Anyway? An intercooler isn’t just a fancy name for a cooler full of energy drinks. Nope! It’s a crucial part of your turbocharged engine. Picture this: your turbos are working hard, spinning like caffeinated hamsters, and they generate more heat than a jalapeño in a sauna. That’s where the intercooler comes in. It cools down the pressurized air after it leaves the turbos, ensuring your engine breathes easy and performs like a rockstar.

Bar & Plate vs. Tube & Fin

Now, let’s get nerdy. There are two main types of intercooler designs: bar & plate and tube & fin. Think of them as rival factions in the intercooler world.

• Tube & Fin: These intercoolers use curved edges in their air galleries, like a smooth criminal moonwalking through airflow. They’re lighter and more efficient due to less air resistance. But here’s the catch: their overall capacity is lower. Like a tiny backpack, they can’t carry as much coolness.
• Bar & Plate: These bad boys have rectangular air galleries, like a stack of intercooler pancakes. They’re stronger, more durable, and can handle higher boost pressures. Plus, they’ve got more volume than a Shakespearean sonnet. So, when it comes to FMIC upgrades, bar & plate is the VIP section.

Why Should You Care?

Glad you asked! Here’s the lowdown:

1. Power Boost: Intercoolers aren’t just for show. They deliver solid power gains. Your truck will feel like it chugged a double espresso and grew wings. 
2. Consistent Performance: No more mood swings! An upgraded intercooler keeps your engine’s temperature in check, ensuring consistent performance even during hot summer days.
3. Brands That Rock: Check out aFe’s Bladerunner intercooler kit or Mishimoto’s performance intercooler kit. These brands know their stuff and make your truck feel like it’s flexing at the gym.

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers!

If you’re scratching your head about intercoolers or need a specific product that’s not on our website, don’t panic! Call the MPT Performance experts at (407) 636-7077 or shoot us an email.