K&N Cold Air Intake System: High-Flow Air Filter, Increase Performance & Towing: Compatible with 1988-1995 Ford: Bronco, F150, F250, 57-2542

I ordered this for my 1994 Ford Bronco 5.8 Liter. Here's the story:I have researched this product for quite some time now, about a year and a half to be exact. I have heard many naysayer reviews on this product specifically for this generation of bronco/f-150 claiming that it is not worth it due to either inadequate filtration of fine particles and or the "fact" that it draws in warmer air than the factory air box does due to not being enclosed. According to the critics this product WILL NOT increase horsepower, torque or fuel economy due to these factors.Contrary to what the critics said, I decided to give the cold air intake a go anyway. What I must say is after installation I IMMEDIATELY noticed an increased throttle response as opposed to the stock set-up. The truck is much more touchy now especially off of the line and seems to shift better than ever as well. I had no check engine lights or any other issues. It was a simple bolt on and go application.It is too early to tell whether or not this product increases my fuel economy or not. I will have to learn to ease off the gas a little bit more as it's very hard not to give in to the roaring sound of my exhaust and intake sound combined. I will definitely be sure to update in the future as to what I have gained/lost from this installation.NOTE: I actually received the wrong model intake. I ordered THIS 57-2542 kit and received the newer/revised 57-2543 generation II kit. The "42" kit is supposed to yield an additional 13+ HP and the "43" kit trails behind it supposedly at around an additional 9+ Horsepower. If you are set on supposedly eek'ing out the extra 4 Horsepower, make sure when your order arrives you are getting the 2542 kit and not the second gen. I found this out AFTER I already took the time to install this on my truck. I bit the bullet on it and decided to keep it none the less. Amazon issued me a small refund for the error and I can say that I am still just as satisfied as I would have been before. This is actually very confusing to me though however because I visited the K&N site and they list the 1st Gen model number with the 2nd gen directions and 2nd gen Power gains... Which leads me to believe they do not make this 1st gen model any longer.Installation: I wish that I could say installation was a breeze but it was not. This was partly due to my rusted out air-box compartment area which required me to drill through a rotten bolt, etc. You obviously may not have this problem. Additionally, I found it easier to install this kit somewhat out of sequence of the provided directions. In one instance, they want you to attach included silicon hoses to the throttle body and then attach the plastic tubing to the hoses. I found this to be impossible as the fit is extremely TIGHT. It is better to install the hoses first to the tubing and THEN to the engines throttle body. Additionally, it guides you to install the heat shield portion included in the kit, uninstall it after you mark hole placement and then drill, then re-install. I did not have to un-install it once it was installed. Why bother with the extra step if you don't need to take it?Finally, it gives directions for vehicles equipped both with and without AC. This was a bit of a problem for me because my vehicle DID have an AC compressor at one point because it was equipped with AC factory but no longer does as the compressor seized and I simply replaced it with an aftermarket idler or "dummy" pulley. I was not able to find one of the 3 included mounting brackets to fit with my set-up. BUT, it ISN'T necessary. This thing is held on firmly at the throttle body. I believe it's K&N's included insurance policy should a user not tighten it down enough with the provided clamps and the thing goes shooting off into the pulleys and fan, etc. Just make sure it's nice and snug if you run into a similar issue. I have not had any issues with this at all.Overall:Pros/Reasons to buy:Increased throttle responseLooks amazing, gives the engine bay a much cleaner more aggressive appearance.Sounds great, love the subtle "whoosh" it makes when you press the gas.UTILIZES factory fresh air inlet through the front grill. I wasn't sure if it did or not, maybe this is exclusive to the newer gen 2's and why they changed it. I was concerned I wasn't going to have a source of cold/fresh air coming in any longer but this is a non-issue. This is why the instructions advise you to install the shield, remove, drill, re-install because the factory air inlet bolts onto the shield to keep it into place. GREAT!My number one PRO is the fact that I now have much more space to work under the hood. I no longer have to disconnect the rubber breather hose to reach down and change oil filters. This system re-routes the hose with a provided silicon hose that will need to be trimmed to fit just right. Anything that makes it easier to work under the hood of a near 20 year old truck is a miracle from above, LOL. additionally there is easier access in and around the fan shroud, etc.Cons: None at all. - Do what makes you happy, if it's on your mind get it, you won't be disappointed. I only wish I did this a year ago. My 20 year old engine now feels like it just gained back half of it's life. This is not a it's all in my head improvement either... If you want an in your head throttle response/increased horsepower and torque "improvement" go buy yourself an octane booster or switch to premium gas.Hope this helps!

Install is easy. Throttle response is instant now. Sounds good too. Getting about 1-2 mpg better than stock air box

I bought this for my 1995 Ford f150 5.8, and so far i love it. Nice quality, good price, and HUGE increase in throttle response. Haven't really noticed any mpg increases. Was mostly easy to install, the alignment of the rear bolt on the heat shield i had to drill because it wasn't aligning with the mounting plate. And hose clamps take alot of john cena power to slide on. But overall, it was a great price, for a high quality cold air intake. Looks great as well, also came with a few K&N decals. Now my girl gets excited when riding in my truck :D

K&N NEVER FAILS ME! I’ve put these on EVERY vehicle I’ve ever owned(2014 Toyota Tundra 5.7L, 89 Bronco 302 5.0L, 81 Chevy C10 305 5.0L, 03 Honda Accord 3.0L, 2014 Honda Accord 3.5L, 2000 F-350 7.3L, 2009 2500HD Duramax, 1998 F-150 5.4L Triton, 2014 Mazda 3 Hatchback, etc.). Hands down my favorite upgrade on any vehicle!!! Enhances the sound, power and response!! What more could you ask for?!? When I hit the gas I want a response and this is why I love K&N intake systems. If my car or truck doesn’t respond when I hit the gas pedal then my safety is at risk, especially in tight situations when people try to bully you on the roadways. THANKS AGAIN K&N!!💪🏻

Arrived today and got it installed. I was very pleased with the quality of all the parts. The intake tube is very sturdy to say the least. It all went together fairly well. I had to leave one hose clamp off where the intake tube connects to the thottle body because there is not enough clearance to get the second hose clamp on. I doubt it will be a problem as the whole assembly is well secured. As for improved performance, it does seem to have more power. (I've only gone on a test drive so far) I don't know on gas mileage yet. All and all I'd say it's worth it.Update 6-11-12I do have more power. I had to change my driving habits as I don't have to have my foot in it as much to maintain speed. It has more get-up-and-go too.I have noticed no change in fuel economy however.I'd still say it is worth the money!'95 Ford F-150 5.0L 4x4

I drive a 1990 F150 4x4 with a 5 speed that gets about ten mpg going downhill with a tailwind. After doing a lot of research I decided to pull the trigger because Amazon is the cheapest price for a brand new system. The kit itself is awesome all necessary brackets and it looks awesome, really cleans up the engine bay. As far as a performance gain there is a slight difference in the top end but nothing to write home about. Fuel economy is where I was actually impressed. On the highway I average about 13 going exactly 60. Once I put this on I took a long trip and averaged about 14.7 more or less. All in all worth the money if you do a lot of highway driving. The best part, no more cheap paper filters!

For my F150, I had to revise the crankcase vent from their drawings. I used the original hard plastic pipe, shortened to the proper length, and then used just a piece of the supplied rubber hose as a connector to the air inlet tube. Other than that, was a fine installation. I do think, a supply of a bit more of the seal rubber should be supplied to be inserted in the round hole through which the sir tube fits to help seal out the warm air from the engine compartment.

I have to say that this cold air intake has helped make my 93 Bronco sound much fuller and performs better than I ever did from the factory. I do not know what it does to the gas mileage yet but I will update this when I do see a difference more. This is a great addition to my truck that has many upgrades to the motor such as a new ignition system, a magnaflow exaughst system I had custom fit to the truck and it roars up and down the road thanks to the K&N Cold Air Intake system!!