VMP Performance | Coyote Ford Mustang Manifold Shootout

Trying to decide which Coyote Mustang intake manifold to put on your Ford Mustang? In this video, VMP tested all of the commonly available Coyote manifolds to see which one will get you the most horsepower.
0:25 | 2018 Ford Mustang Intake Manifold Test
1:26 | Ported 2018 Ford Mustang Intake Manifold Test
2:28 | Ford Mustang GT350 Intake Manifold Test
3:39 | Ford Mustang Boss 302 Intake Manifold Test
5:48 | Ford F-150 Truck Intake Manifold Test
8:08 | Ford Mustang Cobra Jet Intake Manifold Test
10:55 | 2018 Ford Mustang Intake Manifold Results/Review
11:29 | Ported 2018 Ford Mustang Intake Manifold Results/Review
12:29 | Ford Mustang GT350 Intake Manifold Results/Review
12:52 | Ford Mustang Boss 302 Intake Manifold Results/Review
14:13 | Ford F-150 Truck Intake Manifold Results/Review
15:18 | Ford Mustang Cobra Jet Intake Manifold Results/Review
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[@pcpalan]

On behalf of all Coyote owners, thank you! For taking the time to do this!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

You're very welcome!

[@turbo96cobra8]

You have never lied thank you VMP SO MUCH

[@Madmaxxxx1984]

Yes indeed !!!!!! Hats off .

[@kevinanglin678]

@@VMPPerformanceTV Wonder what a ported 18 truck manifold would do

[@07slowbalt]

@@kevinanglin678 absolutely was something id hope to see.

[@johnf517]

VMP really brings it for the people.... if there is any doubt about who cares, just look to see who brings the most usable content for the people... Thanks guys...

[@manowar5516]

So ported 18' intake for my coyote project. Got it.👍

[@Isaihernandez777]

Man O War weird flex but ok

[@Gu3ssWhoki113dU1]

Are u gonna change tour injectors?

[@Isaihernandez777]

Percaholic well i did comment it a year ago ...

[@milleniallgt9715]

Ported 18 manifold. Cold air intake and exhaust should add an extra 30hp - 35hp maybe!

[@TheBb6prelude]

@@milleniallgt9715 it should add more than that for sure

[@eddie6t9]

I'm really glad it was you guys that tackled this test! Everyone has been waiting for this.

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Thanks, Gonzo! We will have a story on it in our next newsletter as well.

[@eddie6t9]

BTW guys, I live in Inverness west of Ocala and I have a ported CJ intake and mono blade tb sitting on my shelf in case you needed to use one for a future part 2 video.

[@custombug74]

@@eddie6t9 Would you like to sell that CJ and mono blade????

[@eddie6t9]

No sir. It was on my procharged 14 GT when it was still NA but now it's going on my auto 18 GT.

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

@@eddie6t9 reach out to me: [e-mail] and I'll see what we can do on a P2.

[@nightbreed141]

These are the kinds of videos that I wanted 10 years ago. Great videos keep them coming !!!

[@AvantiprodsClient]

Great video, very informative. Thank you guys at VMP for taking the time , really shows that you care for your viewers. 🛠👍👍

[@bl4d3runn3rX]

I love those kind of videos, pure dedication.

[@victorxavier9977]

Thanks for your time and effort to put this together for us regular folk, greatly appreciated! Keep up the great work!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

We're glad you enjoyed, Victor!

[@dr3wster]

Such a great review/comparison video. Thanks for taking the time to produce this!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@0nlyVanz]

This video is the deciding factor on which manifold I chose. I went with the 18+ Ported ! Thanks VMP !

[@12oz_Coronas]

The Stang is such a work horse, gotta love it

[@HISSMANS]

As always, nice Job Justin.

[@thatoneguy-1290]

By far the best intake manifold comparison to date. keep it up guys!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Appreciate it!

[@tevetanders9729]

THE BEST REVIEW I EVER SEEN. 👍

[@alberto6855]

Y’all made the video that answers everyone’s questions 😂

[@NoizTheDj]

Wow I’ve been sweating this upgrade for awhile and you guys gave me a clear choice...thank you.

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Sweet! Glad we could help!

[@chrism.728]

Great intake manifold test guys!

[@DJDinaggio]

Great job. What did it do with the stock 2017 intake manifold? It would be interesting to see how much difference the other six manifolds made. Really impressed with the torque of the truck intake manifold. I'd be interested to see what a ported 2018 truck manifold would do.

[@Four_Eyes]

Excellent video.. thanks for taking the time to put this together - very informative.

[@jimbrow83]

You should do a s197 5.0 build lol

[@nobodyimportant69]

Absolutely Great explanation of all the different intakes, pros/cons. Very informative and eye opening experience Justin, Thank You. I think I'd go with the ported 2018 intake, seems pretty well rounded

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Thanks, we've got them

[@edwinacevedo443]

Thank you for this video, everyone was waiting on this. You guys are getting my like 💪🏼

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Awesome!

[@mick76]

I like to see what a ported truck manifold would do. I spend more time in the mid range. So that extra torque would be nice!

[@ralexzander]

Thanks for the video, great runs and information. Also love the color scheme of the mustang.

[@JohnDiMartino]

Nice work! I can’t believe you guys only have 4.8k subs! You guys are awesome!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Thanks!

[@LearnSomethingHelpful]

Thanks for the clear viewpoint, great video

[@DerekBaranProductions]

This video is insanely good

[@Boss302ATC]

Awesome content guys, now i am even happier with my BOSS 302!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Awesome!

[@xxbonrockxx]

Top Notch Informational Video. Thanks Guys! 👍👍

[@RicanBagger219]

Great testing. Just bought a 18 manifold ported because of this data for my F150.

[@BruceLee-sw4ms]

I have a ported 18/19 manifold and got the cylinder head ported also . With a tune 511 rwhp. ( + CAI - H-pipe) This video was the inspiration for the mods I got , which I, happy with.

[@christopherstewart6751]

Sweet video guys, best on on KZbin yet regarding intake manifolds. I just got my 2018 manifold and VMP tune a few days ago. I feel a huge difference and the power is amazing up top in the Rpms. Thanks for the awesome job you guys did

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Thanks, Christopher, for the feedback! Glad you liked the vid.

[@DIzz-wt8yv]

Hey Christopher did you go with the ported or just the stock 18' and which tuning device did you use? The SCT or ngauge?

[@christopherstewart6751]

D. Izz I went with the stock 18 manifold from VMP and then VMP performance installed the tune as well with it. They used my SCT tuner. They have really good tunes, just tell them what you have on your car and they can make it happen.

[@DIzz-wt8yv]

@@christopherstewart6751 Thanks man ! Enjoy the holiday

[@mavricxx]

Best test ever!

[@vitoaugello1677]

This precisely what my local tuner told me. If you're racing then go with a GT350 or 18 intake because all your gains are on the top end. If you're just street cruising and occasional street racing then the stock intake has better low end torque, but runs out at 6500rpm. Wondering how the complete Borla 8 stack set up fares. Expensive yes, but looks amazing.

[@italian_stang]

Very well done test. Thank you.

[@aguyzler]

Love the vid. I think you guys just saved me several hundred bucks on my build. I'd be curious to see how the different manifolds perform with different fuels. 93 isn't available without a road trip and buying in bulk for me. 91 & e85 are easy to find in rural Iowa though.

[@robmccance]

Really good video VMP

[@xxHOLESHOTxx]

I’m here because of Cleetus. Much love to VMP and the Neighbor project!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Hell yeah, brother! 🦅🦅🦅

[@WynterK]

Awesome test and info. Thank you!

[@flfun1684]

This video is priceless! Definitely some data I want to know

[@johnslicck]

Excellent like ALWAYS VMP!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Thanks for the feedback, I hope you watched as much as possible of the video, there are a lot of details that don't come across at first glance.

[@LuisRodriguez-su2qv]

Thanks VMP! I just ordered my 2018 ported manifold with the E85 injectors for my 16 S550. It should give me a good starting platform for my future turbos. Thanks again for your help and great tunes.

[@chuckluperful]

Great job guys, thank you

[@JsGarage]

Really cool to see the truck intake on there. Shows it falls off right after where the F150 redlines.

[@MrVideoDre]

good video.....I'll be looking forward to a video with the new dual inlet coyote intake!

[@johnparrish9215]

I'm going to have to try that Truck manifold, it might give me the added kick coming out of the corners that I need.

[@glock19aog21]

I just bought my 2017 gt literally what I needed !

[@Shotgunwilly1588]

I've actually seen it on a few coyotes they're pretty darn interesting and they sound amazing I mean jaw dropping hit the floor amazing

[@internationaldynoauthority693]

2018 GT INTAKE is the ONLY intake we ever suggest to our customers......Great job testing

[@TwizzTasty]

This video made me finally pull the trigger on a ported 18 manifold. Can't wait!

[@armandoalvarado2710]

who does the porting?

[@hernandezs1977]

Armando Alvarado 1320 junkie performance and vmp Can port it. Go on there website! www.vmpperformance.com/2011-2017-Mustang-GT-2018-Intake-Manifold-Tuning-Power-Pack?quantity=1&custcol_vmp_tune_octane=E85%20&custcol_vmp_porting_option=71&custcol_vmp_transmission=1&custcol_vmp_tune_for_e85=20&custcol_add_tuning_device=52&custcol_vmp_add_air_intake=6&custcol_vmp_cmcv_imrc_options=4

[@thevineproductions3182]

After a stressful day of work I watch this video just to listen to the sound of that engine roar! What a stress reliever! I would play it at night while I sleep, but my wife may not like that. =)

[@Mr.Killswitch]

Awesome test! Thanks for taking your time and $$ to put this out there for everyone!

[@juanflores4170]

Awesome video.... just signed up for notifications!

[@tonywade161]

Ported 2018 manifold here I come

[@cocacola3269]

Good Information bruh, Thank you!!!

[@akrs6398]

Thankyou sir.i think il go with the ported 18 manifold .that looks like my best bet👍🏾

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

Can we please get a part 2 with the ported truck mani, ported cj , holley sniper mani, and the Edelbrock Victor 2 mani?

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

We'll see what we can do, Reece. Thanks for the suggestions!

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

@@VMPPerformanceTV You welcome, thanks for the content keep it coming.

[@KINGKJ2REAL]

You asking for to much my guy just be happy

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

@@KINGKJ2REAL Thats your opinion requesting more data can never hurt.

[@supreme_sergio7742]

VMPPerformance I definitely suggest adding the holley to the test i made 450whp with the holley and switched to a Cobra Jet and made 448whp..

[@Rob...]

finally! great video, the 18 is the bang for the buck though!

[@drjotting]

Great test VMP

[@drjotting]

Only critique would be the new redesigned Holley Sniper. Have you ever tested the new design?

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

We're glad you liked the video! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@mark303murphy]

Way to use a dyno exactly what its meant to be used for. Awesome content for a video. When it was mentioned on tuning Tuesday I didn't believe we would see it at first.

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Thanks for watching! We'll be discussing the video on today's Tuning Tuesday!

[@spicky420]

Great video

[@TEAMIMPORTKILLER]

Awesome video. I'm glad you guys did the test. Now I can decide what to do with my 18 manifold Thanks guys

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

You're welcome! Glad it could be of some help!

[@rafaelortiz127]

@@VMPPerformanceTV what intake manifold do you recommend with stage 3 comp camshaft

[@tomcronininc]

Thank you so much for the test! 2018' Bret Barber intake has more HP than the Cobra Jet and more torque than any save the truck intake and it's so cheap. Makes deciding super easy.

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

You're welcome! Glad we could help out!

[@Reecesavage-Alwayswin]

Hand porting vs cnc ported big difference maker

[@ricebuster273]

Liked subbed and commented 👍 keep going with the good content guys!

[@weldtestservicesllc633]

Thanks for a great and very useful review!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

You're very welcome! Glad you found it useful.

[@1SuperSlowV6]

Need a Ported 2018 Truck manifold test next :D

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Thanks for the suggestion! We'll look into it.

[@pacobordok6666]

Amen !!!

[@gaivoron]

I was thinking about that too. Lol

[@gameovergt]

My 2016 GT is a beast with '18 intake & VMP tune! So happy.

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Glad to hear it!

[@Xtr3me85]

Awesome guys!!!!

[@JsGarage]

Great test thanks for sharing with us.

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Absolutely!

[@alpena2835]

Great video keep up the good work!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Thank you!

[@ToxicatedValentine]

Definitely do 11-14 1st gen 5.0 manifold tests next!

[@gripking131313]

Did you guys tune per manifold? Find it kinda hard go believe a truck mani out flows the boss mani.

[@busardr1452]

Wow! Just wow! Hell of a job, guys. Hell of a job.

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

Thanks Busa_rdr!

[@Q8RACE]

Good work👍

[@Ali-bz9gd]

Great stuff

[@theodorecendejas1343]

wow. and thank you for the knowledge💪

[@balakays5.013]

Well the 2018 intake manifolds are going to be on back order! Order them before you have to wait for 2-3 months lol

[@Subninja2012]

An actual video to help the community.

[@jaymccartin910]

Ported 2018 is the way to go!

[@foxydiscdad]

Could you guys do a ported 11-14 intake manifold too? Just for shiggles 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@a.wheeler7731]

With the truck manifold if you set it to shift at 6800 it would make about the same peak hp and more torque in the powerband in each gear I think.

[@AlexanderDreams]

Beautiful car VMP, was wondering if you guys are willing to share the wheel and tire specs? I really like the way the car sits with those MPS4 🤙🏽.

[@aldenunion]

Earned a Sub,cheers!!!

[@2000fordhd]

You give Dino data on all intakes but the 15-17. Why is that? Would be good to see where you would be whit that manifold.

[@scottkayrouz236]

I’d say the outcome of the testing is either keep it stock and just shift at 6.6k rpm or waist money to pull an extra 1k rpm with no real hp improvements and potential catastrophic results attempting to get so much way upstairs like that. I love your dyno setup!! Awesome scientific testing done and thank you for that. Not quite the results most would expect but definitely worth the effort.

[@writeupking]

Yea , unfortunately you extra wrong. People have picked up not only hp gains but tenths off their quarter miles with the 2018 intake because they carry the power out further before shifting . In the next gear the rpms are higher than if they had shifted earlier , helping them stay in the usable power band . I'm going 2018 ported intake , you can run the stock manifold and get gapped if you like 😂

[@FranMonajGuitar]

Topically a stock 2017 gt makes 380 on the dyno. I believe it is a huge gain to 460 hp

[@_angrycoyote9540]

Great vid 👍

[@LoganXHebda]

Truck yeah! Gimme that F150 intake 🦅🦅🦅

[@scottsmith31]

Jesus PLEASE more videos like this! This is what we want to see. I’m curious, was the truck mani a 2018 or a 15-17? I’d love to see a 15-17

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

We're glad you enjoyed the video! The truck manifold was an '11-'14

[@matt6951]

Y'all should have used a 2018 truck manifold! Do a 2018 f150, test the manifolds on those!

[@TheModAddict]

I agree..i would like to see a 2018 truck manifold..

[@madmod]

All this info is pretty helpful for mod motor guys too. The 5.4 Navigator has the ability to use these manifolds and the 18+ manifold seems like the hot ticket.

[@madmod]

That truck manifold impressed me too. It made more peak horsepower than the boss 302 manifold and average more hp and tq up until 6500rpms. The boss 302 manifold is common on the 5.4 because it fits over the stock alternator location. Honestly, given that the 5.4 4v sbe is only safe to around 6500rpms, the truck manifold may be the best suited to the combo. Thanks for sharing all this!

[@VMPPerformanceTV]

No problem at all! We're glad you found it helpful.

[@georgecarr257]

Great video!!! Wish you would have done the ported stock 15-17 manifold as well, though. Trying to decide, right now, if the gains from an 18 ported over my 15 stock ported would be worth the extra $400 or so. Lol

[@14truelies]

Were the 18 and 350 intakes locked out correct? Also could you do this again but with a ported 350 vs the 18 ported and un ported? Curious on how well the curve is after that. The 18 ported really smoothed out the tq and had huge low-end gains.

[@bodyshotjake7475]

The truck intake is the best power curve for anyone swapping this motor into a car with any manual transmission other than a built T56 cobra spec or better transmission. You just can’t get older synchronization technology to shift much over 6500-6800 Also the older 5 speed transmissions have great gaps that are far larger than newer 6 speed transmissions. One question. Is the torque curve wave due to the variable valve timing?

[@alanwright782]

Love the video, but my question is how do these manifolds perform on an 18? I’d like to put a boss 302 on my 18 and ditch the clickty clack of the 18 manifold

[@shawnsanders9450]

I have a 2013 5.0 and the truck manifold looks promising. Would like to know the difference in power through the curve of the truck manifold, stock 2015 manifold and stock 2011 manifold. They all drop off at 6500 but if you gained power everywhere else that would be a great bang for your buck. Many 1st gen Coyote owners dont want to rev past around 7000-7200K. Every single other manifold in this test would need to be revved to at least 7500 RPM or it would make the car slower vs the stock ones.

[@amalfi460]

You guys kick ass

[@jpadilla0515]

I like the truck manifold it's a good light to light swap. But by track you mean road course or 1/4? Also was it done with the lockouts?

[@mervyoung5397]

Fantastic review! Are these RWHP numbers? Interesting that the F-150 manifold doesn't lag too much behind in terms of peak HP but obliterates them all in torque. Would be a great mod for pure street or auto-cross where minimal time is spent above 6500 rpm. Would love to see how a well ported F-150 manifold performs up top too. Good work! 😎👍

[@davidray4128]

Great job Justin.

[@stevehall6539]

Keeping Donnie hard at work ! Cobra jet all day !

[@nathantroutman4728]

Ported 2018 👍

[@Brutalford]

I have so many questions 1. What size throttle body are you using to test unit. 2. What other mods does the car have besides Headers and exhaust?