UNLOCK MORE POWER FROM YOUR BARRA!
BA/BF/FG XR6 TURBO SIDE INTAKE & BATTERY RELOCATION KIT
The Ford BA, BF, FG and FGX XR6 Turbo is one of Australia’s most iconic performance cars — and a big part of that comes down to the legendary Barra turbo engine. Because let’s be honest… what’s more iconic than doing burnouts in a taxi cab with a turbo hanging off the side? But as good as they are from factory, Ford left plenty on the table — and that’s where ANTZ Performance steps in.
One of the most effective upgrades you can make to any Barra-powered Falcon is a turbo side intake combined with a battery relocation kit.
Why? Because airflow is everything. This setup improves airflow to the turbocharger, reduces heat soak, and creates a cleaner, more efficient engine bay layout. It’s a simple, bolt-on upgrade that delivers noticeable gains in performance, throttle response, and induction sound — while also setting the foundation for high-horsepower builds. If you're serious about improving turbo response and unlocking more power from your XR6 Turbo, this is one of the best places to start.
WHAT IS A TURBO SIDE INTAKE?
A turbo side intake relocates the air intake system closer to the turbocharger on the drivers side of the engine bay, whilst simultaneously moving the battery to the passenger side of the car. From the factory, the XR6 Turbo intake routing is longer, going over the top of the engine soaking heat and positioned further away from the turbo. While it works fine for stock power levels, once boost levels increase, the factory intake can become a restriction.
A turbo side intake solves this by:
• Shortening the intake path to the turbo
• Improving airflow
• Allowing larger intake piping
• Positioning the air filter in a cooler airflow location
Because space is limited near the turbo, the kit moves the battery to the passenger-side of the engine bay to free up room for the intake setup. The result is a cleaner engine bay and improved airflow to the turbo.
Colder air = Denser Air = More Power.
WHY XR6 TURBO OWNERS UPGRADE THEIR INTAKE
The Barra turbo engine responds extremely well to airflow upgrades. In fact, even Ford engineers have acknowledged the platform had to be dialled back from factory — meaning there’s easy power to be unlocked with the right supporting mods.
An upgraded intake is often the first step in building a serious Barra setup.
Why start here?
Because airflow into the turbo is the foundation for everything that follows:
• Larger turbochargers
• High-flow intercoolers
• Exhaust upgrades
• ECU tuning
Without proper intake flow, you’re limiting the entire system.
KEY BENEFITS OF A SIDE INTAKE & BATTERY RELOCATION KIT
IMPROVED AIRFLOW TO THE TURBO
Engines are air pumps — the more air you can move in and out, the more power you can make.
A shorter, less restrictive intake path allows the turbo to breathe properly, supporting higher horsepower builds.
REDUCED HEAT SOAK
Heat kills performance.
Factory intake routing exposes air to engine bay heat, reducing density and efficiency.
A side intake places the filter in a cooler location, helping reduce intake temps and improving consistency under load.
FASTER TURBO SPOOL & RESPONSE
By reducing restrictions and shortening the intake path, the turbo can respond quicker.
From customer feedback, typical results include:
• Faster spool
• Sharper throttle response
• Improved acceleration
INCREASED INDUCTION NOISE
Let’s call it what it is — the factory intake is restrictive and quiet.
If you want:
• More turbo noise
• More induction sound
• More dose
This setup delivers.
CLEANER ENGINE BAY LAYOUT
Relocating the battery transforms the engine bay:
• Frees up space around the turbo
• Improves access for future mods
• Creates a cleaner, more aggressive look
WHO THIS KIT IS FOR?
This upgrade is ideal for:
• BA, BF, FG, FGX XR6 Turbo owners
• FG Sprint & G6E Turbo builds
• Ford Territory turbo builds
• Barra swaps (Patrol, Ranger, etc.)
• Street and track cars
• High horsepower builds
If you're planning upgrades like:
• Bigger turbo
• Intercooler upgrade
• Fuel system upgrades
• ECU tuning
This is where you start.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE ANTZ KIT?
The ANTZ Performance Side Intake & Battery Relocation Kit is designed as a complete, bolt-on solution.
It includes:
• Battery relocation tray (passenger side)
• Mounting hardware and brackets
• Components to support side intake configuration
• Designed to suit 4” intake setups
Everything is engineered to integrate cleanly into the Falcon engine bay, keeping the install tidy and functional.
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
This is a bolt-on kit designed for straightforward installation. Most home mechanics can complete the install with basic tools.
Basic Steps:
• Remove factory intake system
• Remove battery
• Install ANTZ 4” intake
• Install battery relocation tray
• Relocate battery to passenger side
• Connect battery to starter
⏱ Typical install time: 2–4 hours
IS IT WORTH IT?
We might be a bit biased… but yes. The XR6 Turbo is a great platform out of the box — but with the right upgrades, it becomes something else entirely.
A side intake and battery relocation kit helps:
- Optimise airflow
- Support higher power levels
- Improve turbo response
- Clean up the engine bay
It’s one of the best bang-for-buck starting points for any Barra build.
UPGRADE YOUR BARRA TODAY!
If you're serious about getting more out of your BA/BF/FG XR6 Turbo, improving
airflow is non-negotiable.
