Upgrade Your F-150 with the VMP Performance Degas Bottle

If you’ve spent any time poking around the engine bay of your 2015 or newer F-150, you’re familiar with that big, translucent, yellowing factory coolant reservoir. It gets the job done (albeit poorly), but it’s definitely not doing your build any favors in the looks department.

When it comes time to upgrade, a lot of folks immediately start looking at metal tanks. But before you pull the trigger, let’s talk about how your truck’s cooling system actually works and why a high-quality plastic upgrade is the smarter move.

What Exactly is a Degas Bottle?

First off, it’s not just a basic overflow catch can. On most modern vehicles – including your F-150 – the cooling system is a pressurized, closed loop.

The degas bottle is an active and critical part of this system. It has two smaller hoses connected to it: the engine vent hose (plumbed to the top of the engine) and the radiator overflow hose (at the highest point of the radiator). These hoses actively bleed out any trapped air or gas from the system – literally “de-gassing” it – while also giving the coolant room to expand as temperatures rise. Keeping gas out of the system is what keeps your truck running cool and safe under pressure.

Plastic vs. Metal F-150 Degas Bottles

Fabricated aluminum bottles look aggressive, but they come with a few hidden drawbacks that are rarely talked about:

1. The Wrenching Hazard: Metal holds onto heat. A lot of heat. If you need to service your truck at the track or after a long pull, a metal bottle is a serious burn hazard that takes a long time to cool down. Metal degas bottles also tend to be much bulkier than the OEM design, getting in the way when you’re trying to access other parts.
2. Unnecessary Weight: Metal is heavy. Depending on how those bulky aftermarket metal tanks are mounted, that extra weight and vibration can cause them to shake loose on harsh trails or under heavy track use.
3. The Heat Soak Problem: This is the big one. When a metal degas bottle gets hot, it acts like a giant radiator, transferring all that heat straight into your engine compartment. Plastic, on the other hand, is an insulator. It keeps the high coolant temps inside the tank where they belong, rather than baking your engine bay.

Why the VMP Plastic Degas Bottle is the Superior Upgrade

Ford uses plastic degas bottles from the factory for all of the insulating and weight-saving reasons listed above. But at VMP, we knew we could take that concept and make it significantly better.

We use an upgraded, premium plastic that drastically improves on the durability and reliability of the factory unit without sacrificing any of the core benefits.

Here is what the VMP Ford F-150 Engine Coolant Degas Bottle Kit brings to your build:

• Exact Fit: Designed to be perfectly compatible with all OEM factory hoses and connections on every 2015+ F-150 – no mods needed.
• Stress-Tested: We put this bottle through extreme pressure and heat testing to ensure rock-solid reliability in high-performance setups.
• Track-Ready: Extensively tested for maximum leak protection, whether you’re commuting or hitting the track.
• Complete Kit: Includes everything you need for a straightforward, DIY installation right in your driveway.
• Premium Materials: Constructed from high-grade materials for maximum durability over the life of your truck.
• Clean Look: The textured black finish elevates your engine bay, masks dirt and imperfections, and will never turn that ugly yellow like the OEM bottle.
• Works With Your Cap: The factory OEM bottle cap snaps right onto the VMP degas bottle, and it perfectly accepts aftermarket replacement caps as well.

Upgrade Your F-150 Engine Bay

Upgrading your F-150’s cooling system shouldn’t mean adding a hot, heavy, heat-soaking metal box under the hood. The VMP plastic degas bottle gives you the clean, textured OEM+ you want, as well as the extreme durability and thermal insulation your truck needs to perform at its best.

Ready to ditch that yellowing factory tank – a.k.a. the ‘Package of Dinner Rolls’?

Our parts are track-validated and street-refined by a team of engineers and calibrators who are enthusiasts first. We test where it counts to ensure fitment, durability, and serious performance.

We’re a one-stop shop with a 12-acre campus and a multi-bay shop, meaning we have the resources to help you achieve your exact build goals. Whether you’re ordering online or stopping by the shop, we treat you like family and are with you every step of the way.