CVF Titan v2 Intercooler tested

[ruey220]

Did you have to remove the front bumper to install the V2? Or can you install just by removing the skid plate?

You can install without removing the bumper. Removing the bumper helps however to get rid of the motorized louvers and so you can fit the radiator inside the shroud. Bumper removal is maybe 20 min max if you have the proper tools and the bolts aren't rusted.

 

[Dave__P]

Thanks for the write up! Gonna give this a shot

 

[Space Ghost]

Decided to install CVF's new Titan v2 Intercooler in my 2019 Raptor. 38K miles. Stock ECU, no other engine mods.

Core is definitely thicker than OEM. Definitely higher quality and finish than OEM.

(CVF Titan v2)
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OEM
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Compared side by side (CVF Titan v2 back) (OEM front) View attachment 357722

It's a very tight fit so here's my installation notes, took me 5 hours to install due to many trial and errors so here's some tips to make your install not as long as mine:

1. The new intercooler is heavier, a floor jack is recommended to help raise it to position. Use a 2x4 between the jack and intercooler to protect finish and structure (it's Aluminum)
2. When removing the assembly from the vehicle be careful of the BOV cable, it's not easily visible and parts of the wire harness is taped to the assembly. Have a knife the cut the tape.
3. Air guides definitely needs to be removed, however any trimming of shroud is not necessary.
4. Have a shop towel on hand to wipe some oil from the chargepipes. Especially if you have a higher mileage Raptor. Mine had 38K miles and there were some.
5. During re-install, position the intercooler fan first then have an assistant raise the intercooler into the position with a floor jack. The floor jack will help keep it while you do step 4.
6. Re-install the hoses only after the the intercooler is in place. Do not yet tighten the clamps but it's a good idea to push the hoses as far as they go. If you do this, trimming of the shroud is not needed. Make sure the clamp screws are indexed so that they can easily be turned at your working angle.
7. Once the hoses are in place (not tightened) you may remove the jack. The grip of the hoses are enough to keep the assemblies in place at this point.
8. Re-install the lower intercooler bracket. I found it easier to start by bolting down the driver side of the bracket.

Testing

I used Forscan lite to datalog runs. Did 3 15-85mph passes with 5 minute cool down in between to simulate real world conditions and to add gradual heat-soaking.

Baseline 3rd pass: Maximum charge air temp was 145 degrees (F). Ambient that morning was 95 deg (F). Maximum difference from ambient 50 degrees (F).
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Post CVF Titan v2 install - 3rd run: Maximum charge air temp was 127 degrees (F). Ambient on that afternoon was 102 degrees (F). Maximum difference from ambient 25 degrees (F).
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Notes:

1. The ambient temp rose that afternoon after the install.
2. Notice during mid-pull and at load the charge air temp started dropping to 20 degrees (F) above ambient.
3. While max temp difference is only 25 degrees from ambient, it's very short transitory. Compared to stock where temps gradually climb. Majority of the pull the temp actually dropped to the lowest diff from ambient (better) longer duration.

Truck feels better around town especially when you give it some throttle around 40-60mph with smoother accelleration. Overall, I'm impressed on the performance of the Titan v2 on the Raptor. It's silly Ford used such a small stock OEM intercooler for such a big truck. Definitely a must have especially if you live in warmer climates and/or planning on doing future power modifications.

Thanks to @CVF-Jason for answering my questions during the install.

thanks for the detailed writeup, noticed you mentioned you didnt need to trim the shroud, is that shroud the shutter assembly, and the air guides being that tertiary shroud on the shutter assembly you pop off? Just makin sure cause i kinda see some posts/vids where you need to remove it/trim it, just a bit confused on that part.

Sorry to bump an older thread

 

[JCT]

Any post with MatLab charts deserves a Like

 

[Space Ghost]

Well i had to trim a tiny bit off the shutter shroud, like a 1/4 inch. Could screw it in but the top didnt line up with the holes.

thanks for the detailed writeup, noticed you mentioned you didnt need to trim the shroud, is that shroud the shutter assembly, and the air guides being that tertiary shroud on the shutter assembly you pop off? Just makin sure cause i kinda see some posts/vids where you need to remove it/trim it, just a bit confused on that part.

Sorry to bump an older thread

 

[Johan]

Installed mine the other day, was not bad at all, took a few hours and no major cursing so all good

 

[CVF-Jason]

Hey folks - just a head's up that our best sale of the year is active! 10% off plus no taxes added (we eat the cost) and free shipping to the lower 48 on any CVF-branded products. Feel free to give me a shout via PM if you have any questions as well!

 

[NateMob]

Hey folks - just a head's up that our best sale of the year is active! 10% off plus no taxes added (we eat the cost) and free shipping to the lower 48 on any CVF-branded products. Feel free to give me a shout via PM if you have any questions as well!

Is a code needed? The Titan v2 doesnt appear to be showing 10% off.

 

[CVF-Jason]

Is a code needed? The Titan v2 doesnt appear to be showing 10% off.

Code is TAX23!

 

[supermoose]

Installed mine today (bought it late fall last year). Did it by myself with no floor jack. Ended up having to do it three times...forgot to put the fans back on (I know they aren't needed) the first time, second time I discovered I could not get the support to line up as the intercooler was hitting the shroud (yes I pulled off the removable part), third time after I trimmed the shroud was the charm.

Took it out for a spin before throwing the skid plate back on to make sure I didn't blow a hose off under full boost. Ended up turning around in a parking lot with two cops who definitely heard and/or maybe saw me ripping down the road...

Install wasn't difficult. Just time consuming mainly because I didn't pay attention the first go round. Good news, by the third time, I was pretty quick about getting it all done.