Season 3: Episode 4
F-150 Electric Fan & Air Intake
Aired: March 28, 2010
Posted in: All Episodes, Electronics, Featured, Performance, Season 3, Trucks, Video
Chris Duke from Motorz TV shows you how to install a Flex-A-Lite electric fan and an AFE (Advanced Flow Engineering) [[air intake]] on a 2005 Ford F-150.
This episode (S03E04) originally aired on MavTV on February 28th, 2010. This version contains the entire show, but with fewer commercials.
Links
Flex-A-Lite
Advanced Flow Engineering (aFe)
Episode Notes
These two products help improve both horsepower and torque, and are relatively easy to install.
aFe’s cold air intake kit gives you great sound, plus a boost in torque and horsepower. The electric fan from Flex-A-Lite also helps increase torque and horsepower, and takes a huge load off your engine by eliminating the cooling fan. This results in less load on your engine, and as a result improves fuel economy. We noticed an extra 2-3 MPG on this truck as a result of installing the Flex-A-Lite electric fan.
Also in this episode we feature the 2nd installation of this season’s Letterz segment, and the return of the Partz segment.
Product Information
In this episode we feature products from Flex-A-Lite and aFe. For more information, just look to the right!
Music
This episode features music from COLDWEST. “Snakeskinner”, “Ignition”, and a custom song for the Motorz Intro.
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This air intake system features a washable and reusable conical air filter that improves airflow for increased horsepower and torque and is in afully enclosed heat-shielding molded plastic housing.
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March 28th, 2010 at 6:02 pm
first!
March 28th, 2010 at 6:08 pm
second!
March 28th, 2010 at 6:15 pm
dude, your shows still aren’t showing up in itunes. subscribed and still haven’t gotten anything…
March 28th, 2010 at 11:07 pm
You might want to try un-subscribing and re-subscribing, as the podcast is being updated. Take a look at it in iTunes and you’ll see that there are current episodes!
March 29th, 2010 at 12:35 am
Great stuff… which was better from a hp/torque standpoint?
March 29th, 2010 at 5:07 am
Great work once again :)
March 29th, 2010 at 5:25 am
should do some tuner stuff too. That would complete the gamut of custom cars.
March 29th, 2010 at 6:49 am
great shows, thanks from Ireland. P.s welcome back!
March 29th, 2010 at 9:20 am
The intake (especially when combined with an aftermarket exhaust) makes a noticeable difference, however the electric fan (by far) has made the biggest difference in any bolt-on modification I have added to the truck. My MPG has increased by 2-3, and I immediately noticed more low-end torque. I highly recommend getting one and getting that huge fan off your motor!
March 29th, 2010 at 1:47 pm
22:17 Whoops! Paint chip repair tutorial in near future… About Magnaflows and Flowmasters. I put a Magnaflow in my import and that damn thing is so much louder than factory. It sits under the trunk in the back but there is still that dreaded muffler drone in the cabin I can’t stand and at 250-300 rpms it’s so loud inside. I only got a little bit more horsepower and a little more miles to the gallon, but sometimes I think I should have paid the extra money to go with a Flowmaster. I heard the
March 29th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
Delta series Flowmasters have a more subtle sound, but as I didn’t put it on the vehicle, I don’t know. I’d like to hear other people’s thoughts on this. It’s really hard to get comparisons. Even online, it’s very hard to.
March 29th, 2010 at 3:36 pm
Hey Chris, Why don’t you solder instead of crimping?
March 29th, 2010 at 3:39 pm
@21mejia25 It’s not always necessary to do so, and in this case we were following the manufacturer’s recommended installation instructions which called for the use of butt connectors (supplied by the manufacturer). If used properly, butt connectors work great! I’ve never had one fail on me.
March 29th, 2010 at 4:23 pm
dude, your shows still aren't showing up in itunes. subscribed and still haven't gotten anything…
March 29th, 2010 at 4:23 pm
You might want to try un-subscribing and re-subscribing, as the podcast is being updated. Take a look at it in iTunes and you'll see that there are current episodes!
March 29th, 2010 at 4:37 pm
LOL no paint chip–it sounded worse than it was!
March 29th, 2010 at 4:37 pm
LOL no paint chip–it sounded worse than it was!
March 29th, 2010 at 5:34 pm
@motorztv Haha, very glad.
March 29th, 2010 at 5:34 pm
@motorztv Haha, very glad.
March 29th, 2010 at 8:04 pm
Yes I agree butt connectors are decent. I don’t want to tell you how to do things, I just want to express my opinion. Since you’re working with a device that is crucial to your engine wouldn’t you want to settle for a solder and heat shrink? I don’t know how good of a seal butt connectors create, but you can always run the risk of moisture entering the connecting, which wouldn’t be good. Ultimately Its up to you on what to do. I like the, keep it up!
March 30th, 2010 at 9:56 pm
I love your truck and thank goodness you made this video, now im going to do the E-Fan
March 30th, 2010 at 9:56 pm
I love your truck and thank goodness you made this video, now im going to do the E-Fan
March 31st, 2010 at 4:27 am
@motorztv thanks man. i’ll check it out again. see if it works.
March 31st, 2010 at 4:27 am
@motorztv thanks man. i’ll check it out again. see if it works.
March 31st, 2010 at 7:10 am
@motorztv btw. it only has shown up on the Motorz HD not the regular one. Re-Subcribed on iTunes, weird…
March 31st, 2010 at 7:10 am
@motorztv btw. it only has shown up on the Motorz HD not the regular one. Re-Subcribed on iTunes, weird…
April 1st, 2010 at 6:06 pm
c’mon we want to hear that new intake and fan
April 9th, 2010 at 10:40 pm
great show on the F-150 fan, cold intake install.
May 6th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
Great show! I don’t think I’ve found a better diy instructional. Good luck finding a sponsor.
May 6th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
Great show! I don’t think I’ve found a better diy instructional. Good luck finding a sponsor.
May 6th, 2010 at 12:32 pm
@TBAGGZ1 Thank you. I’m working on it… hopefully a few will step up!
May 10th, 2010 at 6:45 pm
What model was the electric fan?
June 19th, 2010 at 10:47 am
I just bought an ’07 F-150, and haven’t had much time to play around with it. This video was awesome for helping install my new Intake. Thanks!
July 18th, 2010 at 8:54 pm
whats is the felxalite product number used on this F150? Why connect it to the AC Clutch? How do you set the temperature on the variable speed control? and finally, how do you check if the wire into the AC clutch is + or -?
December 11th, 2010 at 3:58 am
LOL I laughed so hard when you “scratched” on the fan at the beginning!
December 11th, 2010 at 3:58 am
LOL I laughed so hard when you “scratched” on the fan at the beginning!
January 10th, 2011 at 1:29 am
thanks for this video! i purchased the fan controller b/c of this video! i got my fans off a guy on craigslist and they work. so i bought this controller. itll be here this week. and it should work nicely!
January 10th, 2011 at 1:36 am
@98offroadFORDexpo Glad to help. Thanks for watching!
March 2nd, 2011 at 9:49 pm
could you please explain in greater detail why you hook up the fan to the AC and why the specific wire? thanks!
March 2nd, 2011 at 9:49 pm
could you please explain in greater detail why you hook up the fan to the AC and why the specific wire? thanks!
March 3rd, 2011 at 12:49 am
could you please explain in greater detail why you hook up the fan to the AC and why the specific wire?thanks!
April 18th, 2011 at 6:25 pm
You should do this with a 2004 ram 1500.
June 22nd, 2011 at 2:41 am
this should work for a 2008 ford f150 4.6l v8 right?
July 7th, 2011 at 8:20 pm
IT would Be Nice to see you do each step, not skip the step. Telling us and showing us is 1 thing….
July 7th, 2011 at 9:19 pm
@sherrytucker Sure, we always try to show each step and sometimes it’s not possible for whatever reason such as not being able to get the camera down in a certain spot. Thanks for watching!
July 28th, 2011 at 12:35 pm
wasn’t your seccond episode installing an airraid intake on this truck? what happened to that?
July 30th, 2011 at 10:06 pm
How much did this increase mpg?
August 30th, 2011 at 10:23 pm
@javie4vr The air conditioning system adds considerable demand on the engine, requiring the fans to be on much sooner than without. That particular wire triggers that.
August 31st, 2011 at 1:23 am
@javie4vrThe air conditioning system adds considerable demand on the engine, requiring the fans to be on much sooner than without. That particular wire triggers that.
September 6th, 2011 at 3:36 am
brilliant video very objective and clear!! i just wish i have the workspace u have mate :/
November 27th, 2011 at 3:10 pm
Where did you buy the fan kit? Also, do you know the part # off hand? I have a 05 with the 4.6L and I was looking to do this to my truck.
November 30th, 2011 at 11:05 pm
Does anyone know the Flex-A-Lite part #? I want to buy that one he used but I have had not luck finding it.
December 5th, 2011 at 4:34 pm
I love the show, but im disappointed I never see any 87 to 96 model trucks. Like mods to the old 300 inline. Thats one of the best motors ford ever put out. There are lots of things you guys could put on your show. Like the E fan mod, and converting to mass air system.
December 27th, 2011 at 3:20 pm
I want your job.
March 8th, 2012 at 8:25 pm
Question for ya If I want to run off a switch is the order: Battery, inline fuse , switch , fan , ground ? Or ..
March 26th, 2012 at 12:16 am
Maybe try to space out the videos. Kinda annoying when your blowing up my sub box in one day.
March 26th, 2012 at 12:23 am
Sorry about that, but we have to get all our videos back up so the newest episodes can get back online here. I apologize for the inconvenience. Hopefully they’ll all be done by Tuesday.
March 26th, 2012 at 3:16 am
Maybe try to space out the videos. Kinda annoying when your blowing up my sub box in one day.
March 26th, 2012 at 3:23 am
Sorry about that, but we have to get all our videos back up so the newest episodes can get back online here. I apologize for the inconvenience. Hopefully they’ll all be done by Tuesday.
March 26th, 2012 at 3:13 pm
NOTE: All our previous videos were accidentally deleted, so we had to re-upload them all. Sorry for the inconvenience. We hope you continue to subscribe, LIKE and Favorite our videos! Visit our website (motorz.tv) for more!
May 4th, 2012 at 9:31 pm
always use heatshirnk butt connectors when doing electrical work outside the cab
May 5th, 2012 at 12:31 am
always use heatshirnk butt connectors when doing electrical work outside the cab
May 22nd, 2012 at 8:40 pm
what about hummer h2 03 – 07 fans ?can i install a gmc electric fans on it ?? please replay as soon as can
May 22nd, 2012 at 8:40 pm
what about hummer h2 03 – 07 fans ?can i install a gmc electric fans on it ?? please replay as soon as can
May 22nd, 2012 at 11:40 pm
what about hummer h2 03 – 07 fans ?can i install a gmc electric fans on it ?? please replay as soon as can
November 8th, 2012 at 4:18 am
Keep the videos coming. Screw pballer23list inbox.
November 8th, 2012 at 7:18 am
Keep the videos coming. Screw pballer23list inbox.
November 16th, 2012 at 7:07 pm
I’d like a vid or some results info of what kind of improvement this made. Got an expedition and wanted to try this if it didn’t cost me to much for not enough
November 16th, 2012 at 10:07 pm
I’d like a vid or some results info of what kind of improvement this made. Got an expedition and wanted to try this if it didn’t cost me to much for not enough
November 18th, 2012 at 10:25 am
An one more thing. What is the trigger for these fans to engage? I know that you hook it up to the a/c compressor, but what if you’re not running the compressor? What triggers it to run then
November 18th, 2012 at 1:25 pm
An one more thing. What is the trigger for these fans to engage? I know that you hook it up to the a/c compressor, but what if you’re not running the compressor? What triggers it to run then
February 3rd, 2013 at 9:49 pm
i too have the same question onmyf150the ac is shot so i roll with my windows down
February 3rd, 2013 at 9:49 pm
i too have the same question onmyf150the ac is shot so i roll with my windows down
March 24th, 2013 at 7:41 am
The thermostat on the control module for the fans. It’s just stealing power from the compressor, it’s not dependent on it being on.
March 24th, 2013 at 7:41 am
The thermostat on the control module for the fans. It’s just stealing power from the compressor, it’s not dependent on it being on.