Engineered specifically for 2003 through 2007 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 Super Duty and Excursion trucks equipped with the 6.0L Powerstroke turbo diesel engine, the Volant Closed Box Cold Air Intake System (198606) combines maximum thermal isolation with industry-leading filtration technology. Factory intake setups often ingest heated engine compartment air, limiting volumetric efficiency and raising exhaust gas temperatures under heavy towing demands.

The 198606 kit features a heavy-duty cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) sealed airbox topped with an embossed aluminum inspection lid, fully isolating the intake charge from engine bay heat soak. Inside, this system is equipped with a revolutionary Donaldson PowerCore synthetic dry filter rated at up to 99.97% cumulative filtration efficiency. Utilizing fluted, alternately sealed air channels, the PowerCore filter requires zero oiling and delivers up to 100,000 to 150,000 miles of maintenance-free service in typical highway driving. Air is channeled through a large-diameter, smooth-bore XLPE intake duct with silicone couplers to deliver maximum boost velocity without triggering diagnostic trouble codes.

Key Features & Benefits

• Donaldson PowerCore Filtration: High-density synthetic fluted filter media stops 99.97% of airborne dust and contaminants without oiling, washing, or messy maintenance.
• Long-Life Service Interval: Designed to provide up to 100,000+ miles of dependable filtration under standard driving conditions before requiring replacement.
• Sealed XLPE Thermal Housing: Cross-linked polyethylene enclosed box shields intake air from power-robbing under-hood heat and road debris.
• High-Velocity Intake Duct: Dyno-tuned, smooth-radius roto-molded intake pipe reduces turbulence, sharpening throttle response and turbo spool.
• Polished Aluminum Access Lid: Features an airtight neoprene/silicone perimeter seal and allows quick visual inspection of the filter element.
• Durable Marine-Grade Hardware: Includes flexible high-temp silicone hose couplings and stainless steel clamps that resist heat fatigue and cracking.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number / SKU: 198606 / VOL-198606
• Filter Media Type: Donaldson PowerCore Ultra-Web Synthetic Dry Fluted Element (No Oil)
• Replacement Filter SKU: Volant 61503
• Truck Platform: 2003–2007 Ford Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 & Ford Excursion
• Engine Platform: 6.0L 32-Valve Powerstroke V8 Diesel / Navistar VT365
• Housing Style: Fully Enclosed Roto-Molded XLPE Box with Polished Lid
• Core Requirement: None (Brand New System - No Core Return Required)
• Warranty: Volant 1-Year Limited System Warranty (4-Year / 100,000-Mile Filter Warranty)

Vehicle Fitment & Installation Notes

• 2003–2007 Ford F-250 / F-350 / F-450 / F-550 Super Duty – 6.0L Powerstroke Diesel
• 2003–2005 Ford Excursion – 6.0L Powerstroke Diesel
• Fits Model Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 (Compatible with both early round-cooler and late square-cooler build configurations)
• Fitment Notice: Directly replaces the factory air cleaner assembly. Accommodates OEM sensors and vacuum restriction indicators without custom ECM tuning. Note: PowerCore configuration is not CARB exempt for street use in California.
• Installation Tip: PowerCore media must never be oiled or washed with water/solvent. If light debris collects in the flutes during routine inspections, gently tap the filter base or blow dry compressed air at low pressure (under 30 PSI) from the clean side out.