Factory Plastic Pipe Is a Weak Link
Common failure point: plastic end tanks and snap-on couplers can crack or pop off under load, leaving your 6.7 Powerstroke with no boost and no power.
Why Replace the Factory Cold Side Pipe on a 6.7 Powerstroke?
The factory 6.7 Powerstroke cold side charge pipe uses thin plastic and weak boots that are notorious for splitting, blowing off, and leaking under load. When that pipe lets go, you’re left with no boost, no power, and a truck that’s dead in the water.
Boost Leaks Kill Performance
Boost leaks: even small leaks hurt spool-up, raise EGTs, hurt fuel economy, and rob towing performance any time you put the truck to work.
Improve Reliability Under Load
The factory cold side intercooler pipe struggles under high load, especially when towing or climbing grades. An upgraded aluminum charge pipe provides consistent airflow and far greater reliability when your 6.7 Powerstroke is working the hardest.
Upgrading to a Sinister Diesel cold side charge pipe is cheap insurance on any 6.7 Powerstroke that tows, works or is tuned. Whether you’re hauling daily or just want to bulletproof a stock truck, this is one of the smartest reliability upgrades you can make.
Why Sinister Diesel
Benefits of Upgrading Your 6.7 Powerstroke Intercooler Pipe
Designed specifically for the 6.7 Powerstroke platform, our cold side pipes are built to handle higher boost, aggressive tuning and hard use — without sacrificing driveability or fitment.
Mandrel-bent aluminum construction ▶
Our cold side charge pipes use mandrel-bent aluminum construction for strength and consistent airflow. The smooth bends help keep boost velocity up, reduce turbulence and support higher boost pressure than the thin factory plastic pipe.
Bead-rolled ends, boots & T-bolt clamps ▶
Bead-rolled ends keep boots locked in place under heavy boost, and high-quality silicone boots are designed to resist oil, heat and pressure. Heavy-duty T-bolt clamps provide even clamping force and reduce the chance of blow-offs when you’re towing, working or running higher boost levels.
Direct-fit design for your 6.7 Powerstroke ▶
Each kit is a direct-fit design for your specific model years – no cutting, no guessing and no universal parts to fight with. The routing and couplers are engineered around the factory turbo and intercooler locations so installation is straightforward with basic hand tools.
Built for tuned trucks & backed by Sinister ▶
Our cold side charge pipes support tuned and stock trucks from daily drivers to heavy tow rigs. The Signature Sinister Blue powdercoat looks as good as it performs, and every kit is backed by Sinister Diesel with our commitment to quality and customer support.
6.7 Powerstroke Cold Side Charge Pipe
Cold Side Charge Pipe Upgrade for 6.7 Powerstroke Towing, Work & Performance
If you own a 2011–2016 or 2017+ 6.7 Powerstroke, upgrading the cold side charge pipe is a must-do reliability and performance modification. The Sinister Diesel cold side pipe replaces the weak factory intercooler pipe with a high-flow, bead-rolled aluminum tube and heavy-duty boots that are built to hold boost.
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Fix a known weak point on 6.7 Powerstroke trucks
If you own a 2011–2016 or 2017+ 6.7 Powerstroke, the factory cold side intercooler pipe is a common failure point. Upgrading the cold side charge pipe is a must-do reliability and performance modification for tow rigs, work trucks and tuned daily drivers.
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High-flow, bead-rolled aluminum tube with heavy-duty boots
The Sinister Diesel cold side pipe replaces the weak factory intercooler pipe with a high-flow, bead-rolled aluminum tube and heavy-duty boots that are built to hold boost. That means better boost control, more consistent power and less chance of a blown pipe taking your truck out of service.
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Direct-fit 2011–2016 & 2017+ cold side charge pipe kits
Whether you’re searching for a 2011–2016 6.7 Powerstroke cold side charge pipe, a 2017 6.7 Powerstroke intercooler pipe, or a complete 6.7 Powerstroke cold side pipe kit, Sinister Diesel has direct-fit options for your truck. Our kits are engineered around OEM turbo and intercooler locations so installation is straightforward with basic hand tools.
FAQ
FAQ: 6.7 Powerstroke Cold Side Pipe & Boost Leak Fixes
Have questions about upgrading the cold side intercooler pipe on your 6.7 Powerstroke? These quick answers cover the most common concerns we hear from Ford diesel owners.
What years do these cold side charge pipes fit? ▶
Sinister Diesel offers direct-fit cold side charge pipe kits for 2011–2016 and 2017+ Ford 6.7L Powerstroke trucks, including most F-250, F-350 and F-450 models. Use the product links below and check the fitment details on each product page to match your exact year and trim.
Why does the factory 6.7 Powerstroke cold side pipe fail? ▶
The OEM cold side intercooler pipe uses thin plastic and snap-on style couplers. Heat cycles, oil vapor and higher-than-stock boost can cause the plastic to become brittle or the couplers to pop off. The result is an abrupt loss of boost, poor performance and a truck that may barely move under its own power.
Will a Sinister Diesel cold side pipe fix my boost leak? ▶
If your boost leak or low-boost condition is caused by a cracked, blown-off or leaking factory cold side pipe, upgrading to the Sinister Diesel aluminum pipe with bead-rolled ends, silicone boots and T-bolt clamps is one of the best ways to fix the issue and prevent it from happening again. Other components in the charge-air system can still fail, so always inspect clamps, boots and intercooler connections while you’re there.
Do I need tuning after installing a cold side charge pipe? ▶
No tuning is required. The Sinister Diesel cold side charge pipe is a direct-fit, bolt-on upgrade designed to work with stock trucks as well as tuned and modified setups. It simply replaces a weak factory component with a stronger, higher-flow piece and does not change or remove emissions equipment.
Can I install this pipe at home with basic tools? ▶
Most 6.7 Powerstroke owners can install the cold side pipe at home with common hand tools. Plan on roughly 1–2 hours depending on experience. The kit is designed to follow the factory routing, so there’s no cutting or custom fabrication required. If you’re not comfortable working on charge-air or turbo plumbing, a reputable diesel shop can handle the install quickly.
6.7 Powerstroke Cold Side Charge Pipes
Install Guide
6.7L Powerstroke Cold Side Charge Pipe Install Video
Watch our step-by-step install guide to see how the Sinister Diesel cold side charge pipe installs on your 6.7 Powerstroke, plus tips to avoid common mistakes and boost leaks.
