Whipple 50-State Legal Mega Cooler Intercooler Upgrade (2020–2024 Explorer / Aviator EcoBoost)
Overview
The Whipple Mega Cooler Intercooler for the 2020–2024 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator EcoBoost platforms is a no-compromise cooling upgrade engineered to eliminate heat soak and restore consistent power. Designed as a true direct-fit replacement, this Mega Cooler dramatically outperforms the factory intercooler while retaining full 50-state emissions compliance.
With massive gains in core volume and frontal area, the Mega Cooler keeps intake air temperatures under control during hard acceleration, sustained boost, towing, and real-world abuse—exactly where the stock intercooler falls short.
Industry-Leading Cooling Capacity
This Mega Cooler delivers a staggering 214% increase in intercooler volume and 259% more frontal surface area compared to the factory unit. The bar-and-plate core with offset fin design on both the hot and cold sides maximizes heat transfer while maintaining low pressure drop.
Dyno testing shows an over 70°F reduction in charge air temperatures, with 100°F+ drops recorded during real-world torture testing and quarter-mile runs. Cooler air allows the ECU to maintain spark advance and airflow density, delivering more consistent power and faster recovery between pulls.
Built for Real-World Performance
Whipple’s cast aluminum end tanks promote smooth, high-flow air distribution and outperform common sheet-metal designs in both durability and efficiency. The result is an intercooler that supports everything from stock daily drivers to aggressively tuned EcoBoost builds without compromising drivability or safety.
Performance Highlights
- 214% greater intercooler volume than stock
- 259% more projected frontal surface area
- 70°F+ drop in IATs on the dyno
- 100°F+ drop in real-world and quarter-mile testing
- Bar-and-plate core with offset fin design
- Cast aluminum high-flow end tanks
- Biggest direct-fit intercooler available for these platforms
Quick Specs
- Part Number: EB-8130
- Application: Ford Explorer & Lincoln Aviator EcoBoost
- Model Years: 2020–2024
- Engines: 2.3L EcoBoost, 3.0L EcoBoost
- Volume Increase: +214% vs stock
- Frontal Area Increase: +259% vs stock
- Construction: Bar-and-plate with cast aluminum end tanks
- Install Time: Approximately 3.5 hours
- Emissions: 50-State Legal, CARB EO D-231-125
Important Fitment Note
Aviator / Explorer hybrid versions are not compatible.
FAQs
Will this intercooler add horsepower?
The Mega Cooler primarily restores and maintains power by preventing heat soak. Power gains depend on conditions and tuning, but cooler air allows the engine to consistently produce peak output.
Is this a bolt-on upgrade?
Yes. This is a direct-fit intercooler designed to install without cutting or permanent modification.
Fitment
- 2020 Ford Explorer 2.3L EcoBoost
- 2021 Ford Explorer 2.3L EcoBoost
- 2022 Ford Explorer 2.3L EcoBoost
- 2023 Ford Explorer 2.3L EcoBoost
- 2024 Ford Explorer 2.3L EcoBoost
- 2020 Ford Explorer ST 3.0L EcoBoost
- 2021 Ford Explorer ST 3.0L EcoBoost
- 2022 Ford Explorer ST 3.0L EcoBoost
- 2023 Ford Explorer ST 3.0L EcoBoost
- 2024 Ford Explorer ST 3.0L EcoBoost
- 2020 Lincoln Aviator 3.0L EcoBoost
- 2021 Lincoln Aviator 3.0L EcoBoost
- 2022 Lincoln Aviator 3.0L EcoBoost
- 2023 Lincoln Aviator 3.0L EcoBoost
- 2024 Lincoln Aviator 3.0L EcoBoost
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is a trusted Whipple Superchargers dealer with deep experience in EcoBoost performance. We help you select proven, emissions-compliant cooling upgrades that deliver consistent power where it matters most.
Email: sales@beefcakeracing.com
Phone: 1-855-827-7223
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