Mishimoto R&D: Ranger 2.3L Performance Air Intake

[jeffe]

I took the plunge already!

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[Mishimoto]

I took the plunge already!

Thank you!

-Steve

 

[RangerDanger-UT]

Hey everybody,

The next post in our R&D blog will be coming later today but, more excitingly, the discounted pre-sale for this intake is now live! Head over to our website for more details and keep an eye out for the post detailing how we built and tested our intake.

Feel free to let me know if you have any questions! Thanks!
-Steve

How long is the pre-sale for?

 

[Mishimoto]

How long is the pre-sale for?

We're aiming to start shipping around the end of July.

Thanks!
-Steve

 

[Mishimoto]

Hey everybody,

Here's the last post in this development! Check it out to see how we finished off designing, prototyping, and testing this intake, then be sure to check out our website for more details on the pre-sale!

Thanks,
-Steve

Take in the World – Intake R&D Part 3: Design to Production
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The dyno roller whirred away as we ran the Ranger through its warmup runs. We watched as the line on the graph climbed and fell with the sound of the Ranger’s 2.3L EcoBoost. With the engine up to operating temp and the dyno computer logging, we started our power runs.

When we last saw the 2019+ Ford Ranger 2.3L EcoBoost intake, we performed our 3D scans and flow-benched the stock intake. In this post, we’ll take leaps and bounds towards a finished product.

From our measurements and flow testing, we determined what we would keep from the stock intake and what we would improve. We want to ensure the intake air stayed as cold as possible, so we want to keep the scoop that pulls in outside air from between the hood and the grille. The rest of the airbox, however, will be completely revamped as a rotational-molded box with enough room for a custom high-flow filter.

For the intake tubes, we can only upgrade the first due to emissions restrictions. However, by replacing the first corrugated tube, we’ll improve flow drastically. Like our airbox, the first intake tube will be rotomolded plastic to give the air a smooth path into the turbo. As we mentioned in our last post, the corrugation of the first tube isolates the airbox from engine movement. Because our tube will be rigid, we need a way to allow the engine to move without damaging the intake. Instead of adding another coupler, Ye built the flexibility around the airbox and filter. A flexible collar will hold the filter and tube in place, sealing the airbox and allowing the intake to flex. Now that we had a plan, Ye could create a 3D model and begin the prototyping process.

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[Tim G.]

Hey everybody,

The next post in our R&D blog will be coming later today but, more excitingly, the discounted pre-sale for this intake is now live! Head over to our website for more details and keep an eye out for the post detailing how we built and tested our intake.

Feel free to let me know if you have any questions! Thanks!
-Steve

is it sad that ive been checking my phone every hour waiting for a ship date knowing very well it wont be shipped out until late July ...

 

[Mishimoto]

is it sad that ive been checking my phone every hour waiting for a ship date knowing very well it wont be shipped out until late July ...

Haha, I'm the same way, then as soon as parts ship I start checking the tracking every two hours to make sure it's still on time ?

Unfortunately, I do have some bad news. Due to some logistics issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, we've had to push back the launch a little bit. We're shooting for early to mid-August now, but we're doing everything we can to make sure we start shipping as close to the original schedule as possible.

We apologize for the delay and will keep you updated if anything changes. Feel free to let me know if you all have any questions.

Thanks,
-Steve

 

[HoosierT]

Haha, I'm the same way, then as soon as parts ship I start checking the tracking every two hours to make sure it's still on time ?

Unfortunately, I do have some bad news. Due to some logistics issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, we've had to push back the launch a little bit. We're shooting for early to mid-August now, but we're doing everything we can to make sure we start shipping as close to the original schedule as possible.

We apologize for the delay and will keep you updated if anything changes. Feel free to let me know if you all have any questions.

Thanks,
-Steve

At least you’re forthcoming with the delay. That’ll go a long way with this community. We can wait, even if we don’t want to.

 

[Mishimoto]

At least you’re forthcoming with the delay. That’ll go a long way with this community. We can wait, even if we don’t want to.

Thanks! We always try to be as transparent as possible, even when things aren't going to plan. We appreciate everyone's patience!

-Steve

 

[RangersLeadTheWay]

Thanks! We always try to be as transparent as possible, even when things aren't going to plan. We appreciate everyone's patience!

-Steve

Hey Steve,

How long will this pre-sale last? I'm in the middle of an upcoming move, and I don't want to have to change addresses on you guys while the delays get sorted out...

From another Steve (possibly cooler too )

 

[Abjectwoe]

Love the design.

I was just wondering if you could provide any information on the filter that'll be supplied with this intake.

 

[ryyck]

Man i have a roush intake on the way but depending on how this ends up turning out i may ditch that later and get one that has all the parts upgraded on the intake system. Following this one closely.

I've had a Roush CAI ordered since last year. I'm getting kind of frustrated. I put on a MagnaFlow cat back, but I would like to finish this up.

 

[FoD]

Hey everybody,

The next post in our R&D blog will be coming later today but, more excitingly, the discounted pre-sale for this intake is now live! Head over to our website for more details and keep an eye out for the post detailing how we built and tested our intake.

Feel free to let me know if you have any questions! Thanks!
-Steve

I noticed (after ordering and then submitting a cancel request) that it is not C.A.R.B. cert for California. Will that occur soon or this will not be a market area?

Thanks.

 

[Racket]

I've had a Roush CAI ordered since last year. I'm getting kind of frustrated. I put on a MagnaFlow cat back, but I would like to finish this up.

I've seen the Roush on YouTube and while it looks quick and easy to install - I notice the large air filter surface area - I like the look of Mishimotos and the HP claims. I don't have a read on the Afe model.

My only concern with these types of upgrades is the filter medium does not keep out as fine particulate matter as the stock one.

 

[Abjectwoe]

I've seen the Roush on YouTube and while it looks quick and easy to install - I notice the large air filter surface area - I like the look of Mishimotos and the HP claims. I don't have a read on the Afe model.

My only concern with these types of upgrades is the filter medium does not keep out as fine particulate matter as the stock one.

This is also my concern. Greater airflow is wonderful, but if the filter medium doesn’t filter the fine particulates well it’s, in my opinion, a waste of time. That’s why I was hoping Mishi could shed some light on the filter itself.

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