Stock exhaust systems on the 2.7L and 3.5L EcoBoost F-150 leave real sound and flow on the table, muffled by conservative OEM tuning built around noise regulations rather than driver satisfaction. Thermal R&D's 3-inch catback changes that equation with mandrel-bent T304 stainless steel construction, a drone-free cabin, and an aggressive tone that earns its keep every time you get on the throttle.
True Helmholtz Technology keeps the cabin livable. Resonance and drone are the two most common complaints with aftermarket exhausts on daily-driven trucks. Thermal R&D targets the low-frequency tones that cause cabin drone at highway speeds by engineering True Helmholtz resonator chambers directly into the system. The result is an aggressive exhaust note under load without the fatigue of constant resonance on a long commute.
T304 stainless steel, mandrel bent throughout. Every bend in the system uses mandrel-formed T304 stainless steel tubing at a full 3 inches, preserving consistent interior diameter through every curve. No crimped bends, no flow-restricting transitions, and no corrosion compromising longevity over years of use.
Bolt-on fitment for the Regular Cab Long Bed F-150. The system is cut and configured specifically for the Regular Cab Long Bed body style, using factory mounting locations for a straightforward installation that requires no cutting, welding, or modification to existing hangers or hardware. Tip finish options include single or dual polished or coated styles to match the look of the build.
Product Benefits
- Drone-Free Design: True Helmholtz Technology cancels low-frequency resonance for a comfortable cabin at highway speeds.
- 3-Inch Mandrel-Bent Tubing: Maintains full bore through every bend for unrestricted exhaust flow.
- T304 Stainless Steel Construction: Resists corrosion and holds up to years of heat cycling and road exposure.
- Direct Bolt-On Install: Uses OEM mounting locations; no modifications required.
- Regular Cab Long Bed Specific: Engineered for the exact body configuration, not a universal fit.
- Tip Options: Available with single or dual polished or coated tips to suit your preference.
- Lifetime Warranty: Backed by a full lifetime warranty from Thermal R&D.
- Made in the USA: Manufactured domestically by Thermal R&D.
About Thermal R&D: Thermal R&D designs and manufactures exhaust systems in the United States, focusing on truck and performance applications where fitment precision and long-term durability matter as much as sound quality. Their True Helmholtz Technology reflects an engineering-first approach to solving the drone problem that plagues many aftermarket exhaust builds.
Note: Fits 2015-2020 2.7L/3.5L EcoBoost Regular Cab 8ft bed F-150 only.
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- Vehicle Trim:
- ST
- Vehicle Fitment:
- 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
