1G intake manifold nightmare

wolf alchemy · Apr 27, 2015

I've done a lot of things, but taking off my first generation intake manifold was a nightmare. Any one else have some struggle stories or advice. I honestly can't see myself putting that horrible intake back on, just to take it off in the future.

thejollyrancher · Apr 27, 2015

It really is a nightmare. Keep the bracket on the intake manifold off and just plumb the vacuum lines together that you need. Grab a good set of ratcheting wrenches and get it from under the car. I found putting it back to be easier than taking it off.

CrackedDSM · Apr 27, 2015

You think that's tough, try installing/uninstalling a Cyclone IM with the engine in the car. It'll make you want to strangle someone.

MindBlowin03 · Apr 27, 2015

CrackedDSM said:
You think that's tough, try installing/uninstalling a Cyclone IM with the engine in the car. It'll make you want to strangle someone.

x2. Total nightmare.

wolf alchemy · Apr 27, 2015

I only had a non ratchet wrench and the engine is in the car. I literally layed down on the passenger fender/strut tower and had to shove my arm in there for the last bolt using my index finger as a guide to the bolt because it was as far as I could reach.

wolf alchemy · Apr 27, 2015

thejollyrancher said:
It really is a nightmare. Keep the bracket on the intake manifold off and just plumb the vacuum lines together that you need. Grab a good set of ratcheting wrenches and get it from under the car. I found putting it back to be easier than taking it off.

I tried. There was no way to those bolts from under mine. Maybe if I had a folding ratchet ended wrench. Then yeah, but all my tools are old fashioned. No power. Only best things I have are socket ratchets....which don't f***ing fit.

dsmBear · Apr 27, 2015

Ratchet wrenches went and bought a set for 25 at harbor , even with those was still a couple. Hour job pain in the ass

wolf alchemy · Apr 27, 2015

Could you guys help me with a intake choice? I want this one but it says non 1g,
http://m.ebay.com/itm/400679740423?nav=SEARCH

Then this one is more expensive but is for the 1g. http://m.ebay.com/itm/400679740423?nav=SEARCH

Any help?

bastarddsm · Apr 27, 2015

drop the tcase and exhaust. go from underneath

pauleyman · Apr 27, 2015

Did you read your first link? Its for an evo.

CrackedDSM · Apr 27, 2015

Just get some cheap ratchet wrenches. Takes me like 30 minutes with non-ratchet wrenches and I don't have to drop the damn t-case or exhaust.

buhay6 · Apr 27, 2015

I suggest moving a lot of stuff out of the way example battery shifter cables, cruise if you have it etc. Make the fire wall side as clutter free as possible and then it'll get way easier, That's just what I found tho, you'll still have to switch sides to get at the bolts easier tho.

I've been wondering for awhile is a stock 1g intake fmic combo possible?

CrackedDSM said:
Just get some cheap ratchet wrenches. Takes me like 30 minutes with non-ratchet wrenches and I don't have to drop the damn t-case or exhaust.

I second that, first times always a pita tho. The more you do it the more like second nature it'll be believe me.

wolf alchemy · Apr 27, 2015

pauleyman said:
Did you read your first link? Its for an evo.

Yes I did, just not sure why exactly, is the bolt hole areas different, from the pics the bolt sides are facing the correct direction.

wolf alchemy · Apr 27, 2015

bastarddsm said:
drop the tcase and exhaust. go from underneath

There is no t-case and already tried separating down pipe from cat. No go with my tools. I'd need a air drill.

wolf alchemy · Apr 27, 2015

buhay6 said:
I suggest moving a lot of stuff out of the way example battery shifter cables, cruise if you have it etc. Make the fire wall side as clutter free as possible and then it'll get way easier, That's just what I found tho, you'll still have to switch sides to get at the bolts easier tho.

I've been wondering for awhile is a stock 1g intake fmic combo possible?

I second that, first times always a pita tho. The more you do it the more like second nature it'll be believe me.

There is no more to remove. O.O

pauleyman · Apr 27, 2015

Evo doesnt even face the same way. No it wont work.

wolf alchemy · Apr 27, 2015

I read the description. Not to be rude. But it says 92-96

lasershark · Apr 27, 2015

I remember you stating that your goal hp was around 300whp a while back, have your goals changed?

wolf alchemy · Apr 27, 2015

lasershark said:
I remember you stating that your goal hp was around 300whp a while back, have your goals changed?

Nope, didn't think I'd be removing my intake manifold. Such a horrible experience involving so many cuts, but.....just hopefully never again will I mess with a stock manifold. I wonder how the dealership put those on. Any way to never do this again, a better intake manifold Is needed.

lasershark · Apr 27, 2015

So whats wrong with the stock manifold? Why did you have to take it off?

pauleyman · Apr 27, 2015

It also says ships from maylasia where they have older evos.

pauleyman · Apr 27, 2015

Ive had an intake manifold off before. I dont remember any big deal.

Chumpaumpalumpa · Apr 27, 2015

wolf alchemy said:
I read the description. Not to be rude. But it says 92-96

And you have a 90. Different head. That's why when 1G guys swap to the 2G mani, the 2G head goes on as well. It doesnt quite line up properly. I mean it will work if you get a 2G/E3 head.

wolf alchemy · Apr 27, 2015

pauleyman said:
Ive had an intake manifold off before. I dont remember any big deal.

Maybe I just did it the worst way possible. It was just such a struggle I'm selling things for a new manifold and with what you said I'll just get the 215.00 manifold. Selling a S90 throttle body for evo 1-3, and I also have awd trans components.

pauleyman · Apr 27, 2015

Swap to a 2g mani? When do 1g guys do this?

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