[97_4.6L_Stang]

What is the best intake manifold for a 1997 mustang gt 4.6L SOHC. Everyone tells me to get the P.I. Intake Manifold, but i know there has to be a better one, but im havin some trouble findin any.

[Kornut]

Ultimately, dollar for hp, the PI intake is the best for the money. The other intakes for the 4.6 (that are worth a sh*t), IMO, cost too much for the amount of horsepower you will gain. The intakes like the P-51 and the Reichard Racing are more suited to the high-rpm, racing only applications. Yes they will gain you 10 or so horsepower or more, but you don't see hardly any of those gains until about 5k rpm's and both of these intakes cost around $1300-1500. The typhoon and the other "PI look-alike" (I don't remember the name) are cheaper, but from the handful or so of people I've seen actually buy them, install and dyno them......none saw any gains in power from the intake. I mean a couple saw maybe a 2-3 hp gain, but some actaully saw a drop in hp. Not to mention, their poor manufacturing quality. The Bullitt/SVO intakes are the general choice of intakes amongst the mustang nation. They see almost the gains of the p-51 and reichard, and is more durable and will give you that power throughout the powerband....which is great. However, you will still pay $900+ for a used intake.

IMO, paying $1000+ for 5-10 hp is not worth it in my opinion. Just stick with the PI intake for $200 and the 4-5 hp gain

[97_4.6L_Stang]

Thanks, i really appreciate your opinion. sounds good to me. ill go for the PI

[sonicblue]

trick flow is comin out in march. it looks really promising and they said it should retail around 799

[97_4.6L_Stang]

it definatly sounds promising, trick flow is well known for good manifolds. ill have to look into it.

[beheivjer]

was it still going to be a bullit copy basically. i remember reading that some where

[GTsetGO]

A friend called trick flow and got them to send out some MINOR details

Trick Flow 4.6L 2V Track Heat Intake Manifold

General Specifications

Made in the U.S.A
Material—A319 Aluminum alloy.
Designed for 1999-2004 4.6L Mustang GT ( modifications required for 1996-’98 models ).
Fits 1999-2004 Power Improvement head ports.
75mm Throttle Body Inlet.
Symmetrical high velocity intake port design.
3-PC design.
Accepts, but does not require aftermarket high-flow fuel rails.
2001 Special Edition Mustang performance when used on unmodified Mustang GT without costly additional components.
Increased performance potential over similar more expensive manifolds.
RPM Range: 1500-6500 when used with un-ported cylinder heads.
RPM Range: 1500-7200 when used with aftermarket or ported cylinder heads.
Same overall height as stock plastic lower intake manifold/ upper plenum assembly to minimize hood clearance issues.
Complete kit with detailed installation instructions for 1999-2004 4.6L Mustang GT.
Part Number: TFS-51800002 ( Silver metalic powder coated finish)
Part Number: TFS-518B0002 ( Natural finish )
Part Number: TFS-51811002 ( Black powder coated finish )
Estimated M.S.R.P ( < or = ) $ 799.00 ( Available Early Spring 2007 )
Additional Track Heat 2V Intake Manifold Components from Trick Flow
High-Flow extruded aluminum fuel rails and mounting brackets: TFS-5188000R
Twin 57mm throttle body Track Heat manifold. (Available Late Spring 2007 )
5.4L Track Heat 1999-2004 Mustang GT manifold. ( Available Summer 2007 )

Artie Kakiou Technical Advisor
email: akakiou@trickflow.com
Tele: 330-630-1555 Ext: 6324

[Invictus]

How much power would an intake like this add to a stock n/a motor?? And would I still need my accufab plenum?? just curious.. ive been thinking about buyone one for some time now

[GTsetGO]

again, it would all depend on what your mods are. probably to get the full effect of the intake you would need to p&p the heads as well. I am going to pick one up when they come out. It looks like the plenum is on the intake and all you would need is the TB.

[haloallstar]

theres reichard racing, the p51, edelbrock is comming out with 1, the red pi intake which is prob the besy dollar for hp and trick flows and also the bullit

[sonicblue]

f@###ck reichard racing. they have the worst customer service in the world. and unless you have a built motor i wouldnt suggest there intake. edelbrocks is going to be for a carburated application. im a little angry with reichard racing if ya cant tell....

[97_4.6L_Stang]

the trick flow says that some modifications are required for 96-98 models. im assuming by mods it means, PI head swaps are all that will be needed?

[beheivjer]

the edel is already out for the carbed sohc i havent seen anything for the efi

[mnrlgry99gt]

Originally Posted by sonicblue trick flow is comin out in march. it looks really promising and they said it should retail around 799

There is a BBK intake manifold in the works for the mod engine as well. and 799 is the list price on that trick flow street prices will be less.

[Casper98GT]

Invictus.... there is no plenum on that intake just throttle body.

Yes the modifications they are talking about is the PI swap. I swapped the PI on to my NPI heads and still dont have a problem. It can be done.

The 2v isnt really around anymore so thats why there isnt a huge demand for these intakes. But Now that one person made an intake, everyone will follow and make theirs saying different horsepower and trying to sell it. I personally like the fact that they are aluminum and dont have the chances of cracking like factory. Because even the PI intakes that are revised can still leak.