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08-31-2016, 12:59 AM | #1 |
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Intercooler coupling
I am looking for the 90* silicone elbow that connects my 5" VRSF intercooler to the lower charge pipe. I am hoping to find a more rigid coupling that has some additional length to make a better connection. The original VRSF silicone coupling kinks really easy so it needs replacing. Any suggestions would be great!
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08-31-2016, 11:11 AM | #3 |
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It will only kink if it's tightened and then rotated. Set it in place first, then tighten the coupler and you'll avoid any kinking.
If using the stock lower chargepipe or our lower chargepipe the provided coupler will fit without an issue. Both the coupler and the LCP are the exact same size as the OEM. We've sold thousands of these kits without issue and I've personally installed at least a couple dozen. Anytime I've corrected a customer's install where they claim the coupler is too short it's because their intercooler is incorrectly mounted or the pipe is stuffed too far into the coupler or coupler is stuffed too far onto the intercooler. Make sure the lower chargepipe isn't too deep into the coupler and make sure the coupler is properly seated directly after the bead on the intercooler. |
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08-31-2016, 12:42 PM | #4 | |
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we have seen this issue many times and it almost always turn out to be a bad install Post pics of your install OP
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