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1997 Ford Thunderbird
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Guaranteed to Fit1997 Ford Thunderbird Change Vehicle

BBK®
1997 Ford Thunderbird - Throttle Body, 8 Cyl., 4.6L Engine

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$399.99
$449.99Save: $50.00(11%)
Manufacturer #1780
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Your Vehicle Fit Details

Vehicle Name
Submodel
Engine
Fitment Information
1997 Ford Thunderbird
LX
8 Cyl 4.6L
-

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Part:
Throttle Body
Brand:
BBK
Notes:
Includes installation hardware
Series:
Power Plus Series
Condition:
New
Quantity Sold:
Sold individually
Warranty:
1-year BBK limited warranty
Prop 65 Warning:

Warning SymbolWARNING: This product can expose you to chemical which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

EO Number:
D-245-17
Emissions:
50-State Legal
Includes:
Installation Hardware
Material:
Aluminum
Numberof Venturi:
One
Recommended Use:
Performance Replacement
Venturi Diameter:
78 mm

Vehicle Fitment Information

Vehicle Name
Submodel
Engine
Fitment Information
1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird
LX
8 Cyl 4.6L
-
1996-2004 Ford Mustang
GT
8 Cyl 4.6L
78mm
2001 Ford Mustang
GT Bullitt
8 Cyl 4.6L
78mm

Product Information

BBK POWER-PLUS THROTTLE BODY

You can get a substantial increase in true horsepower – up to 24 extra to be more precise – through a dramatic increase in air flow. BBK’s Power-Plus throttle bodies are CNC-machined and come with quality features including double-sealed bearings and O-ring shafts and factory die-stamped linkages.

  • Makes as much as 24 more horsepower
  • Premium fully-machined aluminum
  • Simple installation
  • Pushes 40 % more air into the engine block
  • Designed and made in America
  • Works with aftermarket or stock tunes/configurations
  • Includes new gaskets
  • Factory die-stamped linkages
  • Double-sealed O-ring shafts and bearings

Aftermarket performance leader BBK specializes in throttle bodies, cold air intake systems and headers and is recognized worldwide for its adjustable clutch quadrant kits.

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Product Q&A

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Hello, I was wondering if you knew why the 78mm throttle body is 50 state legal and the 73mm throttle body is only 49 state legal?Nolan M.Nov 06, 2023
Best Answer:Hi Nolan, I'm glad to assist you. Both are CARB-approved. We apologize for the wrong info for the BBK part number 17801 (<a href="https://bbkperformance.com/en-qa/products/ford-mustang-gt-73mm-throttle-body-intake-96-04?variant=40586555556019" target="_blank">https://bbkperformance.com/en-qa/products/ford-mustang-gt-73mm-throttle-body-intake-96-04?variant=40586555556019</a>). Grab our price-cut offer for both and click the link below you want to order today (78 or 73mm). Happy shopping! <a href="https://www.carparts.com/throttle-body/bbk/b451780?can=cpje1043_CSQA_20231106" target="_blank">https://www.carparts.com/throttle-body/bbk/b451780?can=cpje1043_CSQA_20231106</a> (78mm) <a href="https://www.carparts.com/details/Ford/Mustang/BBK/Throttle_Body/2003/GT/8_Cyl_4-dot-6L/B4517801.html?can=cpje1043_CSQA_20231106" target="_blank">https://www.carparts.com/details/Ford/Mustang/BBK/Throttle_Body/2003/GT/8_Cyl_4-dot-6L/B4517801.html?can=cpje1043_CSQA_20231106</a> (73mm)
Jeonino E.STAFFNov 07, 2023