Dyno backed 5.4 mods available?

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Old Jun 2, 2009 | 11:12 PM
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Dyno backed 5.4 mods available?

Folks, new to the forum here so excuse me if it’s been posted and I’ve missed it. Where is the data on the 5.4 which shows dyno results for a new air intake, headers, exhaust and possible a new ECU? I’m not accustomed to such a weak response under the go pedal but installing a turbo or supercharger is out of the question. This 5.4 is terribly anemic but the cost of a supercharger or turbo is out of the question as that solution seems to be in the $6k range. Up to $3K is OK for documented results. Thanks in advance.
 
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Old Jun 3, 2009 | 06:10 AM
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what year of 5.4?? 2 or 4 wheel drive? how do you use your truck???



for 3 grand you can find a lightly used supercharger



if not, long tube headers, a CAI, gear swap, custom tune, shift kit and e-fans would make a great increase in the butt dyno and eventually you'll want more
 
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Old Jun 3, 2009 | 01:23 PM
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Dyno backed results--details

I should have posted that info ~ 2005, 4x4. App is for hauling dogs and myself around. Virtually no towing or hauling. A gear swap seems not likely to happen. What's a CIA and custom tune? So no vendor has taken their products to the dyno to prove their worth? Last time I bought a chip and exhaust, the vendor has certified posts, and the butt dyno verified it.
 
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