The Ultimate Guide to the Best Ford F-150 Mods & Upgrades

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE BEST FORD F-150 MODS & UPGRADES

Since the dawn of the Ford F-150, this legendary pickup has ruled America’s roads — and for good reason. Ford perfected the balance of strength, reliability, and innovation that keeps the F-150 the nation’s best-selling truck year after year. But if you’re a true enthusiast, you’re not here for stock factory restrictions. You’re here for more — more power, more sound, more attitude. That’s where Lethal Performance and our lineup of aftermarket F-150 parts and performance upgrades come in.

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Up the airflow with An Intake

To maximize your F-150’s power potential, start by swapping the stock air intake for a high-flow cold air intake. This simple upgrade increases airflow, reduces restriction, and helps your engine breathe cooler, denser air for noticeable gains in horsepower and throttle response.

You’ll feel crisper acceleration, hear a deeper induction sound, and set the foundation for future performance mods—exactly what your Ford F-150 needs to wake up.

Top F-150 Cold Air Intake Upgrades

Be heard with A New Exhaust System

A great upgrade for your F-150 build is a new aftermarket exhaust system. The factory exhaust is built to keep things quiet and meet emissions standards — not to unleash the full sound and performance potential of your truck.
But if you want to make a statement every time you hit the throttle, it’s time to ditch those stock pipes and let your F-150 breathe. Check out the video to see our overview and sound clips of the AWE 0FG 3" Dual Side Exit Catback Exhaust on our F-150.

Top F-150 Exhaust Upgrades

Let the exhaust flow fully with headers

To unleash your F-150’s full power potential, you'll want to upgrade the factory exhaust manifolds to a set of high-performance headers. This swap improves exhaust flow, reduces backpressure, and lets your engine exhale more efficiently — boosting horsepower, torque, and throttle response.

You’ll notice stronger mid-range pull, a deeper, more aggressive exhaust note, and smoother acceleration throughout the RPM range. Check out the video to see our overview, install, and sound clips of the Kooks 1 7/8" long tube headers on our Lethal F-150.

Top F-150 Header Upgrades

Crank up the power with a custom tune

To unlock your F-150 5.0’s true potential, upgrade to a custom tune that recalibrates the factory ECU for more power, sharper throttle response, and smoother shifting; paired with mods like a cold air intake or long-tube headers, it delivers stronger acceleration, broader torque, and refined drivability every time you hit the throttle.

Top F-150 Custom Tune Options

Get the maximum power with a supercharger

To unleash next-level performance from your F-150 5.0, equip it with a supercharger. This forced-induction upgrade delivers massive horsepower and torque gains by forcing more air into the engine for explosive acceleration and instant throttle response.

Combined with supporting mods like headers and a custom tune, a supercharger transforms your truck into a true powerhouse with relentless pull, smooth power delivery, and the unmistakable whine that every enthusiast loves. Check out the video to see real world results from our Whipple Supercharged F-150.

Top F-150 Supercharger Options

Feed the beast with a high-performance fuel system

To keep up with serious horsepower builds, upgrading your F-150’s fuel system is essential. A high-performance setup replaces restrictive factory components with precision-engineered hardware that ensures consistent, reliable fuel delivery under extreme demand.

Modern billet aluminum fuel systems eliminate the messy network of hoses, clamps, and fittings, using CNC-machined manifolds and O-ring seals for a clean, leak-free installation. Designed to support high-flow pumps and E85 compatibility, these systems provide the durability and flow capacity needed for boosted or high-output applications.

Top F-150 Fuel System Upgrades

Command the road with a high-performance suspension system

To take your F-150’s performance and handling to the next level, a high-quality lowering kit is a must. By dropping the truck’s center of gravity, you’ll experience sharper cornering, improved stability, and a more controlled ride at higher speeds.

Whether you’re building a street-performance F-150 or just want a more aggressive stance, a properly tuned lowering kit delivers enhanced road feel, reduced body roll, and the sleek, planted look every performance truck deserves. Check out the video to see us showcase the VA Specialties street kit on our F-150.

Top F-150 Suspension Mods

For our drag racers, consider pairing your lowering kit with a traction bar. And for our off-road guys, check out our lift kits or leveling kits.

Customize your ride with aesthetic mods

Aesthetic mods let you customize your F-150’s appearance to match your personal style. From aggressive hoods and sleek spoilers to subtle trim upgrades, these enhancements transform your truck’s look without sacrificing function.

Whether you’re aiming for a sporty, street-ready stance or a clean, show-quality finish, aesthetic mods add personality, improve aerodynamics, and make your F-150 stand out from the crowd. Check out the video here to watch us install a Cervinis 3" Cowl Hood on our F-150.

Top F-150 Aesthetic Mods

F-150 hoods

HOODS

Upgrade your F-150’s style and performance with a bold cowl or ram-air hood. These hoods enhance airflow, reduce heat, and deliver that aggressive, race-inspired look every truck deserves.

F-150 lighting

LIGHTING

Transform your F-150’s look and visibility with premium lighting upgrades. From projector headlights to LED taillights, these kits deliver sharper illumination, modern styling, and enhanced safety—perfect for daily driving or show-ready builds.

F-150 front splitter

FRONT SPLITTERS

Give your F-150 a sharper, more dynamic look with a front splitter. Designed for seamless fit and visual impact, these upgrades add a sporty, lower stance that instantly enhances your truck’s front-end appearance.

F-150 rear spoiler

REAR SPOILERS

Enhance your F-150’s rear profile with a stylish spoiler upgrade. Designed to complement the truck’s lines, these spoilers add a sleek, sporty touch that elevates your look without sacrificing factory fit or finish.

F-150 wheels

WHEELS

Enhance your F-150’s look and performance with a premium wheel upgrade. From lightweight alloys to rugged off-road designs, these sets deliver sharper handling, improved durability, and the bold stance your truck deserves.

F-150 paint-matched mirror parts

PAINT-MATCHED PARTS

Color-matched parts can give your trim and mirror caps a clean OEM+ finish. Tie your exterior together with a seamless look that pairs perfectly with painted grilles, bumpers, and body-color accents.

F-150 grilles

GRILLES

Swap your stock grille for bold styling and weight savings. A new grille refreshes the front end with attitude while maintaining factory fit.

F-150 bumpers

BUMPERS

Upgrade to sleek performance bumper and save weight. A new bumper while give your front end a new look.

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