gusu
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- Sep 9, 2009
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Independence,
Oregon
So I replaced my SMIC with the VRSF FMIC and replaced the J-Pipe/TB/BOV gaskets with OEM gaskets as well. I used thread tape on the J-Pipe barb fitting as well as the BOV flange. I used all new clamps for the BOV return line as well as the vacuum line and the J-Pipe to wastegate vacuum line.
I used a angle grinder to cut off all the "nipples" that are no longer used minus the valve cover breather which I have a my catch can in between. Once I cut them off I filled them in with JB Weld and let it cure for an hour and a half. Then I put the coupler over those areas as well.
For the intercooler couplers I used the T-bolt clamps that the kit comes with. I tightened them til they maxed out and made sure the couplers went over the piping as much as possible on boh connecting pipes. They are on there TIGHT.
The J-Pipe was a bi*** but I did manage to get those bolts torqued down.
When I start to make boost, even 1 PSI it makes a SQEEEEE sound like a f***ing kazoo. I did a BLT to 30 PSI (I only am running wastgate) and hear/see no boost leaks when I use soapy water.
But sure enough you hit boost AT ALL and it starts making the damn noise.
Any ideas?
I used a angle grinder to cut off all the "nipples" that are no longer used minus the valve cover breather which I have a my catch can in between. Once I cut them off I filled them in with JB Weld and let it cure for an hour and a half. Then I put the coupler over those areas as well.
For the intercooler couplers I used the T-bolt clamps that the kit comes with. I tightened them til they maxed out and made sure the couplers went over the piping as much as possible on boh connecting pipes. They are on there TIGHT.
The J-Pipe was a bi*** but I did manage to get those bolts torqued down.
When I start to make boost, even 1 PSI it makes a SQEEEEE sound like a f***ing kazoo. I did a BLT to 30 PSI (I only am running wastgate) and hear/see no boost leaks when I use soapy water.
But sure enough you hit boost AT ALL and it starts making the damn noise.
Any ideas?