AIRAID Offers Two Jr. Air Intake Kits for 2015 & 2016 2.3L Ford Mustang

Jan 26, 2017

Replacing only those elements that most impacts performance keeps the price down

The AIRAID Jr. Kit specifically targets the most restrictive elements of the Mustang’s OE intake

The 2.3L turbocharged EcoBoost engine was designed specifically for the Mustang, to meet the needs of drivers looking for outstanding performance and fuel efficiency. Compared to other versions of the four-cylinder EcoBoost, the intake manifold has been changed and a low-inertia twin-scroll turbocharger has been utilized to provide better breathing and higher output direct fuel injection, twin independent variable camshaft timing, developing 310 horsepower.

Producing that much power, reliably and day after day takes a stout engine. Ford’s started with a high-pressure die-cast aluminum cylinder block with ladder-frame bearing caps and DOHC 24-valve cylinder head and added to it a forged steel crankshaft, piston-cooling jets, steel piston ring carriers, premium bearing material, upgraded valve seat materials, and forged steel connecting rods. Covering up the bottom is a deep-sump, die-cast aluminum oil pan.

Owners of 2015 – 2016 can boost that output even further with their choice of one of two AIRAID intake systems. Both the 450-730 and the 451-730 are available for the 2015-2016 Ford Mustang 2.3L.

What makes the AIRAID kits so effective on the 2.3 L Mustang is that the EcoBoost engine is turbocharged, and one thing that a turbocharged engine can’t get enough of is air. Ford has demonstrated how the spark will continue to advance and the fuel system continues to deliver incremental gasoline to develop horsepower with an increase of airflow into the turbo.

The AIRAID Jr. kit requires no drilling and installs with simple hand tools

The AIRAID Jr. kit comes with detailed instructions and can be installed on a Saturday morning

In order to achieve that improved inflow of air into the engine, AIRAID has developed the AIRAID Jr. kit, which replaces only those components in the intake system that most limit performance, while leaving the other, less critical, parts in place.

While the AIRAID Jr. kit is a more affordable solution, you won’t achieve quite the same power gains as a full-on AIRAID kit. Though it’s a great starting point for enthusiasts on a budget or for those who’ve never installed an aftermarket intake system and want to see what kind of difference one can make.

The AIRAID Jr. kit specifically targets the most restrictive elements of the Mustang’s factory intake system, the intake tube and the paper filter, in order to help boost power and mileage. AIRAID has two solutions for EcoBoost Mustangs that will improve breathing, and result in increased horsepower and better response. There’s the 450-730 SynthaFlow oiled cotton gauze filter media recommended for those who frequently encounter dusty driving conditions and the 451-730 SynthaMax dry synthetic filter media which is recommended for everyday street driving. The AIRAID Jr. kit also includes an AIRAID modular intake tube. As with other AIRAID intake systems, the AIRAID Jr. Kit helps to straighten and improve air flow to the engine for improved throttle response, plus increased horsepower and torque.

And there’s no need to purchase a new paper filter each time the old one gets dirty when you can upgrade to a serviceable AIRAID Direct-Fit Replacement Filter for often less than the cost of two stock replacements. The AIRAID Jr. kit is easy to install, comes with detailed instructions, can be installed in a Saturday morning with only common hand tools, and requires no drilling.

The SynthaFlow oilled cotton filter is better suited to dirty and dusty conditions

SynthaMax dry synthetic filter media is recommended for everyday street driving

The 450-730 is both washable and reusable. Cleaning your AIRAID SynthaFlow air filter restores full air flow efficiency and maintains optimum engine performance. Best practice is to clean your AIRAID filter every 30,000 to 50,000 miles of normal driving and more frequently if your travel off-road or in heavy dust conditions. The best and easiest way is a quick, three-step process with the AIRAID SynthaFlow air filter cleaning kit which contains a 12-ounce pump bottle of cleaner and an eight ounce squeeze bottle of special filter oil.

The 451-730 is also washable and reusable. Cleaning your AIRAID SynthaMax air filter restores full air flow efficiency and maintains optimum engine performance. Best practice is to clean your AIRAID filter every 30,000 to 50,000 miles of normal driving. If you’re driving in off-road dusty conditions, consider the 450-730 filter. The best and easiest way is a quick, three-step process with the AIRAID SynthaMax dry filter cleaning solution, which contains a 24-ounce pump bottle of cleaner.

And of course both 450-730 and 451-730 are backed by AIRAID’s “No Hassle” Lifetime Warranty, which is simple. If you are ever dissatisfied with the materials, workmanship or performance of this air filter, call us at 800-498-6951 and we will be happy to assist you. You don’t have to worry about a warranty card; AIRAID filters are warranted for life.

Both the AIRAID 450-730 and the AIRAID 451-730 are designed for the following vehicles:

2016 FORD MUSTANG 2.3L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models
2015 FORD MUSTANG 2.3L L4 Fuel Injection - All Models