The aFe Momentum GT Pro 5R is a sealed cold air intake for the twin-turbo 3.0L V6 in the Ford Explorer ST, built around aFe's oiled Pro 5R filter. The kit is listed as a Momentum GT Cold Air Intake System w/ Pro 5R Filters for the Ford Explorer ST V6-3.0L (tt). The housing is cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE), which the manufacturer describes as heat-soak resistant Its XLPE material is heat soak resistant and extremely durable.. Because the housing uses the factory air inlet scoop, no extra hardware is needed for that connection The housing incorporates the factory air inlet scoop, using no additional hardware..
The manufacturer reports a measured flow of 375 CFM at 7" H2O and says the intake outflows the factory box by 27% Outflows Factory Intake by 27%; Measured Flow: 375 CFM @ 7″ H20. Its dyno-claimed gains are up to +15 HP and +17 lb-ft of torque. The five-layer cotton gauze element is washable, so you avoid rebuying filters over the life of the car Washable and Reusable Black Oiled Pro 5R Air Filters for Maximum Performance. Owners on user forums report a modest throttle-response gain, and one notes the intake's potential depends on a tune.
The manufacturer's fitment data lists the Explorer ST V6-3.0L TT from 2020 through 2026, but published year ranges vary, so verify your VIN before ordering. The install is designed around fewer parts and no cutting or drilling. Owners who have posted installs say you'll want 7 mm and 8 mm sockets or nut drivers for hose clamps, 10 mm and 13 mm deep sockets, 15 mm and 20 mm wrenches, and hose clamp pliers. Watch the driver-side turbo clamp, which owners describe as the most awkward step.
The manufacturer lists the Ford Explorer ST V6-3.0L TT for 2020 through 2026. Published year ranges vary, so confirm your VIN with the manufacturer before ordering.
Owners on user forums disagree. One installed it after an E50 tune and was told no retune was needed, while others with ZFG tunes reported that a retune helps maximize gains. Confirm tuning guidance with the manufacturer.
The manufacturer publishes filter cleaning instructions and a video for its aFe filters, and the Pro 5R filter is designed to be washed and reused.
Owners who have posted installs describe this as a manageable driveway job with basic hand tools. Plan for 7 mm and 8 mm sockets or nut drivers for the hose clamps, 10 mm and 13 mm deep sockets, 15 mm and 20 mm wrenches, and hose clamp pliers, since space around the clamps is tight. If your tube has an orange PCV connection, a small 90-degree pick makes removal easier. Work with good lighting on the driver side, where the turbo clamp is the usual sticking point.
