Ford Performance Godzilla 7.3L Low Profile Intake Tested | How Much Horsepower Will You Gain?

We are the first to try the all-new Ford Performance 7.3L Godzilla intake manifold in a direct comparison against a stock truck intake. And we show you all the details that make this a great option for any swap.

[@scottsigmon926]

This will change the sales order for the 7.3 tremendously. Now people can use this intake and a stock 7.3 and put twin turbos on it!!! Thanks Ford Performance engineering!!!!

[@keithlarge1151]

As a car guy I like how Ford is stepping back in time with this engine. Looks a lot easier to work on than the coyote engines and just looks cool. When the speed parts aftermarket catches up this will be a nearly unbeatable and probably reliable engine..

[@madmod]

I think the 6.2 and 7.3 both offer the large displacement crowd a solid performer.

[@PureCountryof91]

@@madmod if only the 6.2 got the love it deserved. Bump it up to 427ci and drop it into a CVPI.

[@madmod]

@@PureCountryof91 The 6.2 actually started life as a 7 liter in nmra. Don B had a 9k rpm boss based engine pre production. They have the ability to grow up to and past 7.5L with off shelf parts

[@PureCountryof91]

@@madmod I am aware of some of the development of the boss. It deserved more than it got. The worst thing is that it never became available as a factory mustang option

[@madmod]

@@PureCountryof91 I'm happy it never ended up in the mustang chassis from factory. You wouldnt be able to go pick up used running 6.2 sohc engines from the junkyard for pennies on the dollar compared to a 5.0 coyote like you can today. Used f series 6.2s go for under 2k typically while used f series coyotes are usually about 3-5k simply because the mustang crowd uses the parts. Ive even seen wrecked raptor longblocks go for as little as $1400 so they very much are a gem for the money. Something you simply wouldnt ever find if it was a common mustang engine because people would have already jumped on them. Much was the same with the early 4v mod motors. People jumped on them across all makes and models for many years skyrocketing the price back in the day.

[@bobuncle8704]

As good as they said it should be. I’m sure Ford did a bit of testing on their own, but this way you done independent testing to confirm it’s good. Open up the sales desk and start taking orders

[@sategllib2191]

Of course they tested the shit out of it haha

[@Davido50]

Yes, this is a great engine 👍🏻 I love all Fords engines older & new! Smooth , powerful & reliable.

[@mchristr]

It seems like swapping the cam/springs, adding headers and this intake is all that's needed for a stout street/track package. Now we need these engines to show up in the salvage yards. Thanks Evan and Brian.

[@CrystalWhiteLX50]

Rev’n is at the cutting edge of Godzilla parts!

[@brokenwrench404]

That’s so cool that they let you take that intake to test. Such a easy swap with a dry intake

[@DWH300]

Fantastic that you're handed a prototype low profile intake for the 7.3 Godzilla from Ford Performance for your personal testing. That shows me how much respect Ford has for you. Outstanding informative video Rev'n. With the V8 in the sights of our government. What do you feel the use of the engine will be. Personally. It's looking like it will not be offered in a vehicle. So I'm guessing crate engine builds only. One thing that confuses me is why with all the Ford fans on U-Tube. You don't have 5x or higher the subs you currently have. Your the go to guy regarding Fords.

[@anthonyesposito9251]

And your point is?

[@simbanugz2906]

Such a sick engine I would love to swap one in 93-95 Ford Lightning

[@460rowland3]

Really enjoy your and Brian’s engineering depth and commentary. Those who want to obsolete the internal combustion engine may be a little premature. The 7.3 looks to have huge potential- and gives outstanding performance without taking hours to recharge! Keep the videos coming!

[@ponygt6629]

I d still say this is far inferior to the Chevys LS7. Chevy is far superior to Ford when it comes to OHV engines

[@jmcrjc6799]

@@ponygt6629 Then take that pony Gt horse emblem off of your profile

[@jmcrjc6799]

There's always hope with the 7.3 Godzilla around

[@aesir0784]

@ponygt 662 - Once again - WRONG + you need to go learn from professionals since you can't handle it on your own.

[@jmcrjc6799]

@@aesir0784 Agreed 👍

[@jesusisalive3227]

These dry flat mount intakes are awesome! It makes working on them sooooo easy!

[@anthonyesposito9251]

Reminds of my first lifting off of a361SuperExpressV8 intake while under the hood.Wow how awkward and heavy! And that almost impossible to get right rear most seal that falls off as you try to wiggle the manifold into position.By the way I’m 85 now and still remember this clearly.

[@ShawnGilbert1967]

It looks real similar to pulling a GEN 5 LT chevy engine i mean real similar or gen 3 hemi for that matter just rest it on ports lol

[@Sleeperdude]

Good to know there are going’s to be some more affordable options coming

[@sorshiaemms5959]

wow impressed the new intake didn t give anything up that doesn t happen often keep it up

[@melspencer9957]

My respect jumped higher when I spotted the Trump sign in the background ! 👍👍👍

[@ablejohnson]

Murica F'Yeah!!!!!!!!! X10 That is exactly what I was thinking! if he would just cross out the pence part that sign would be perfect.

[@oneiam1533]

Congratulations on what you have achieved with your channel. Well done. Thanks.

[@regsmith7604]

The side view of that passenger side header is beautiful. I’m imagining that engine in a drop top ‘66 Galaxie 500 7 Litre body. I had one back in the day, but it didn’t have an engine

[@aerialcat1]

Reg, memories; I was 16 washing cars at our small town Ford dealership when those came out, they got one, Wimbledon white with red pin striping… the most beautiful damn thing I’d ever seen, I would sit in it and fantasize, totally out of my league at the time.

[@regsmith7604]

@@aerialcat1 Mine was black w/white drop top and red interior. Bucket seats auto on the floor

[@michaellopez6134]

Im trying to get it in my 63 galaxie and its adding up. For sure need to have several thousand ready to put in it.

[@pablotharpalo5685]

The bore spacing and beck height are stupidly close to the FE and atop that, 445 (the 7.3 displacement in CID) is and has been a readily available stroker kit for 390s and 428s

[@28ghz]

I have a '67 Galaxy 500 convertible definitely looking to drop a 7.3 in it

[@godzillagarage7.3]

Can’t wait for these to be released!! Thanks Evan for taking the time to shoot this

[@CJColvin]

Gotta love the Ford 7.3L Godzilla V8, I bet it'll outlast any EcoBoost engine with ease.

[@cesarpalmos8235]

I worked at Ford and saw MANY gen 1 ecoboosts over 300k miles with stock components. Granted, most of the are on half tons and don't tow much if we are being honest. The Ecoboost is a hit or miss. Some people have a ton of issues, others beat theirs to the ground it doesn't care. That said, I'd want a Godzilla over an Ecoboost any day.

[@CJColvin]

@@cesarpalmos8235 Same here

[@ec3886]

Broke 200k with my 3.5l 17' F150. Constantly towing 2 different trailers, both range from 5,000lb to 7500lb-ish. I think most people are not being honest about their usage and how little they do to take care of their vehicles. Sure, going to be some bad batches, 2015 Chevy 6.2l High Country blew up on me 30k miles in, warrantied the work with another 3k miles put on and just didn't feel confident. Sold it and haven't looked back.

[@cesarpalmos8235]

@@ec3886 Exactly what I saw at Ford. Most people do not do the maintenance that they should. Especially on a turbo engine, lack of maintenance will lead to issues.

[@CJColvin]

@@ec3886 Still won't outlast my 1996 Ford F150 with a 5.0L (302) Windsor V8.

[@AGOH-777]

I would like a de-stroked 7.0L version "428" to put in a Mustang. Then a slightly stroked version to add 200cc to create a 7.5L "460" for a truck.

[@CJColvin]

That would be awesome brother

[@darooke2]

Thank you for this update! I look forward to all the 7.3 Godzilla videos.

[@randylamance7888]

Really enjoy these videos! Great info as always and is great to see Ford produce this intake that addresses the issue with the throttle body angle. Can't wait to get one of these on a customer's vehicle and dial it in on the dyno!

[@CanIbeFrank]

Was waiting for this one 👍

[@todds5956]

Rapid prototype is such an advancement. In early 2000s I was a tech rep at S&S Cycle and we had one of the first ones. Automotive engineers from Ford and GM came over to make some parts.

[@outlawbillionairez9780]

Game changer for sleeper Fox Bodies.

[@zacharyfischer7845]

I love how snappy that motor is.

[@sergebasque8460]

Thanks! Evan &Brian for doing this will definitely improve performance with cam and heads. How about doing and other video with the prototype Ford plenum on a stock 7.3 Godzilla.🍺💪👍🇨🇦

[@TruckLifeProductions]

Dude a legit N/A fbo 7.3 Godzilla on E85 would be an absolute MONSTER!!!

[@Robert8455]

Wasted no time getting this baby tested. Very nice results. I'm curious how much longer before its available to purchase.

[@robertclymer6948]

Very impressive Evan and Brian! I have to get a 7.3L for my 67 Mustang Gt and nix the 460 boat anchor currently in her. I hope the Godzilla can bolt up to my built C-6. Thanks for sharing. Cheers from Motown/Dearborn.

[@mikealbert728]

it won't bolt to a C6. Uses the same bell pattern as the Mod/Coyote/6.2L

[@robertclymer6948]

@@mikealbert728 Thanks Mike! So I might have to swap out the C-6 and replace it for a trans that fits the 7.3L it sounds like. ? Will do some research and see what I need to do. Cheers from Motown.

[@mikealbert728]

@@robertclymer6948 Ford has a 7.3 with 10R140 crate setup for around 20k. A 6R80 or 10R80 can probably work also with one of the control pack deals Ford has

[@cgarris8674]

Use a Modular 4R70W, it has the correct bell pattern and won't break the bank. Several stand-alone controllers for them too.

[@robertclymer6948]

@@cgarris8674 Thank you for the information, much appreciated sir.

[@gr8tfoxes617]

This is great to see. Triple win for FRRP. Makes a person yearn to do a Godzilla swap.

[@kellymeade4587]

Very stoked, after seeing this prototype 3-D printed Ford Performance intake! I think my ‘95 T-Bird and my ‘07 Mustang ….Would definitely appreciate that. I Love the information, and the Awesome Dyno numbers. I Appreciate all the hard work, and the awesome content. Godzilla looks HUNGRY and READY to Destroy the competition!!! Take that.. you LS 🎀Boys!😂💯💯💯👍👍👍👍🦖🦖🦖🦖

[@57ford50]

Thanks for puttin this out, I've been hanging on the edge of my chair waiting for this video. Is this the 11:1 motor you tested the other intakes on or a stock Godzilla?

[@brianwolfe2993]

This is the same 11:1 engine with the stage 1 ported heads.

[@deancranley2241]

@@brianwolfe2993 did you guys end up measuring the throttle body flange on the prototype? The description was a big vague in the video just saying that it's bigger. I did my best going through the Ford Performance site to try to find that exact throttlebody to get my answer, but I had no luck. Its slightly different in appearance to everything I found.

[@mbusch84yt]

@@deancranley2241 was in the last video talks about it around the 4 and a 1/2 minute mark and towards the end of the video too. Said it was using a gt500 throttle body.

[@deancranley2241]

@@mbusch84yt to the best of my knowledge, all the GT500 ones are a twin throttlebody. This one is a single. I'm just trying to find out exactly what size it is.

[@deancranley2241]

Found it, 2020 GT500 throttle body is 92mm, up 5mm on the stock 7.3L one. 👍

[@jamesleone5468]

I like the personal touch ford motor co gives hard to believe it’s the factory talking and working with the street crowd

[@skwashua]

That sound is insane!

[@beeswaxx3.8]

I'm digging the Casper manifold

[@mikecurtis2585]

Very nice works great 👍! That would look great in my 67 F 100

[@543VTT]

Yep. I have a 68 and this is what I’d like to swap into it.

[@stormyyoung6344]

Can't believe he let you take that intake history in your hands not bad numbers either

[@tomhamilton9140]

Thank you both for the effort to expand the progress on the 7.3 Ford. 😎 Lover the Trump banner is the shop we sure need him back in office. 🇺🇸 Make America and the Ford 7.3 great. 😎

[@budpool4835]

Engine masters did this test on a LS with aftermarket low profile manifolds and got impressive results.

[@Vortek01GT]

I would love to see Bret at afs get a hold of this manifold to see what can be gained from porting it

[@blacksailstudio]

I couldn't resist. Only ford would produce an intake so large originally; that further goes at a 45 up at the end. lol.

[@logan_e]

Whew, I'm glad somebody else printed that manifold and not me, I can only write in cursive! Hahaha

[@rajcam80]

The 7.3L I have seen for yrs at work. It reminds me of another engine platform, a LS. Lifters under the head, 6 bolt mains, one cam shaft! Nicely done Ford. I am a believer in the LS ,Ford finally went back to a single cam engine. Congrats!

[@buckhorncortez]

Yeah...it has pistons in it. You figure they got that from the LS too? It's not like Ford hasn't made V8s with lifters and a single cam previously...

[@Davido50]

Ford big blocks rock! Love the new Gen 5.0L Coyote as well in my newer F150.

[@CoyoteFTW]

Fords mad cam in block engines longer than DOHC they don’t need to copy anyone they know what they’re doing

[@rajcam80]

@@CoyoteFTW It is basically a LS design.

[@shannonbuff6603]

Great content! You're going to have to change your name to ReVan Godzilla Evan.

[@VanstromBrosRacing]

Nice job. I was curious how this intake was going to perform.

[@connormckay9429]

Waiting on the Maverick swap now 👀

[@garypollack6948]

This is great...looking to put 1 in a 90 mustang

[@eljefe09]

I'm looking to put one into my 66 galaxie.......I can't wait.

[@qwiked]

Excellent as always..

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Very cool, great vid!!! 👍👍

[@Brutalford]

Will be excited to get one for a f150 swb...with a 6speed Manual or 10speed auto...non biased....

[@yaboykris2118]

I’m so happy ford does this with their engines/trans. But, my biggest complaint: I understand building a “race car” is expensive. But I wish Ford had cheaper stuff. I could LS swap a mustang (which I would never) for way cheaper than doing something like this. I’m stuck with building a 4.6L over just swapping a 7.3. For now, at least…

[@diegolp5323]

Bc Everyone wants Coyotes bc it’s a superior engine so the price is higher. Supply vs Demand.

[@anthonyrowland9072]

@@diegolp5323 plenty of 6.2s that people just all collectively decided not to care about. 385hp stock in full truck dress and tune...

[@philipmacduffie7612]

@@diegolp5323 No they don't. It's common in the F150 and mustang. GM put the LSx in everything that's why it's cheap.

[@brianwolfe2993]

I think if you bought a new LS from GM performance there is not much if any differance in cost. But as you say if you start with a junk yard engine, the 200K LS is very cost effective,

[@PureCountryof91]

@@bigboreracing356 support sucks on the 6.2. it had fantastic potential. But it was left in a shed to rot. Ford even had a 777 version. 7.0l, 700hp, 7000rpm. They abandoned it. (HP n/a)

[@tomupchurch4911]

Nice... Good work for sure. But what's up with the throttle? It looks like it came off a landscaping truck.

[@fastEdCanuck]

They should have tried a slight downward angle on the TB inlet, whatever could fit without interfering with the front accessories.

[@markbrouk7857]

Good stuff, thanks Evan!

[@jerryb9591]

Screaming Zilla. Love that 7.3

[@marvinmason7874]

Love the content guys!

[@noname-he9ud]

It be neat to see a Godzilla swap in a 83-11 Ranger.

[@shrek_428]

I got the donor truck!!

[@shaneonews6791]

Good numbers... Damn..

[@PitBullEngines]

I'm waiting on the aftermarket world to get up on this engine. The front timing cover need a lot of work.

[@PureCountryof91]

Looks like the manifold has already been tested. The yellowing looks like heat or coolant stains. Awesome to actually get a factory prototype part.

[@B1Springfield]

I can’t wait to swap a 7.3 into one of my vehicles.

[@igor455]

nice on trump pence - support from canada!

[@jameskirchner2655]

New manifold for the GODZILLA

[@NASNICK01]

Very cool video!

[@pwilly8543]

Love the engine but wished they would clean it up visually. Make it look like it performs!!

[@stevehei8035]

Love the motor and the ability for easier maintenance. Would like to see one in a 1997-2003 F150 with stock tranny. I hate my 5.4 2V.

[@Elver_Galarga_jugo]

What’s wrong with the 2V 5.4? Things are bullet proof

[@Hjfvvdst]

That's great news.

[@aussiesupersnake6642]

HI Evan and Brian What was the peak HP and Torque,what i could see it was over 600 @ 6000,pretty good for stock just with long tubes and the new manifold

[@racebiketuner]

How about a follow-up vid of you installing this in my Ranger? ;-)

[@plark7323]

Take a number

[@downhilldaddy9346]

I was thinking it would gain 5-10hp so I was spot on. But besides the hp I was also interested in the torque department which it gained 15 ftlbs. All by just changing the angle of the throttle body. I can see truck owners upgrading to this manifold once it becomes production.

[@cesarpalmos8235]

The reason the factory intake manifold points up is because of the superduty. The Godzilla motor is so small and sits so low that there are some hoses and the radiator shroud that gets in the way.

[@downhilldaddy9346]

@@cesarpalmos8235 I get that part but people who would use this manifold would be swapping it

[@brokenwrench404]

I wonder how many superduty guys will try this manifold since it’s such a easy swap with decent power increases

[@cesarpalmos8235]

The reason the factory intake manifold points up is because of the superduty. The Godzilla motor is so small and sits so low that there are some hoses and the radiator shroud that gets in the way.

[@trmpgod9976]

I THINK THEY SHOULD UTILIZE THAT ENGINE WITH 4 CAMS, AND 32 VALVES AND A FLAT PLANE CRANK TO BRING BACK A BOSS 429.

[@cgarris8674]

Putting DOHC heads of that 7.3L may make it too wide even for a truck 😂 Would be beastly tho!

[@MrLamf2939sh]

Nice job guys

[@Mrbobcat7]

Dang, looks like I made a bad choice jumping ship from Mustang to Challenger. I had 3 stangs, but wanted more torque with their bigger engine. But now they are going all electric and Ford is going back in time and bringing back even bigger ones and I hear they may even squeeze more out of the Coyote.

[@Mustang5L5]

Now all we need is Ford to actually product a factory 6-spd Mustang with the 7.3L

[@robertsrt]

Torque curve drops rapidly. Sure doesn’t look like a big cube pushrod.

[@pearlguy6351]

I seriously want this beast in my 03 excursion and take out that gutless 2V 5.4 it has now

[@MS07B3-G0UF]

Only thing I’m waiting on is an aluminum block for these engines. I’ll be all over it after that.

[@tonyp5770]

Great video

[@Brewdiss]

I bet that would fit in a Challenger. 🤘😎

[@428eliminator3]

Elephant Trunk be gone!!! 👍👍

[@aguyinnc2865]

Love this engine, ready to see it kicking butt on the street and the strip!

[@kenn5894]

Hopefully they make enough of the manifolds for them to offer them on the 7.3 crate engine packages instead of the one with the goofy throttle body angle.

[@jayallen7368]

I want to put this motor in a old f 250 highboy it would be a monster .

[@TheProtagonist_777]

The Yondu hood.

[@luthermoore2969]

Chrysler and gm guys are shaking in thier boots

[@price8314]

I've got a legit 7 up mustang, ya think Ford will let me test one of them Godzillurs in it? Asking for a friend...

[@mrupholsteryman]

Get a "7.3-Up" logo on it!

[@linloucfgouyg7436]

We're really worried about climate change in the USA with 7.1 ltr engines 👌

[@evanimdorf5380]

I want this for the 6 gen Bronco.

[@timweb1510]

I’d consider that engine for 6k

[@billanominous7979]

would any one know the 73 will bolt up to my 2002 v-10 trans.

[@fortyshooter1]

What is to happen to Ford Performance with Ford closing down the ICE division to fund EV?

[@ryan52620]

Well done Ford!!

[@hossbronco]

I need this and a controller that can handle my built 6R80 and I’ll be in pretty good shape! When can we expect these to be available for purchase?

[@mikebutler8043]

Heck yea nice info

[@SMiller5488]

Was the same sized throttle body used or did it have the GT500 throttle body?

[@dash4191]

Seem to me that it had quite a bit of lag before it kicked in. Which means you may out run em if you don't run out of road.

[@brianwolfe2993]

What you heard was the dyna absorber holding the motor down till auto test started

[@hump4pnt6]

What is the difference in throttle bodies? Do you think the gains were due to the throttle body and not really the intake?

[@art-is-lazy4509]

Ford need to make the big engine an option in the mustang, dump the 2.3 litre girl motor