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Jayhawk500 · 04-13-2010, 08:29 PM

This is a simple fix to a solution I couldn't figure out using Vararams 6" bolts. After seeing HeavyChevy's pictures I know understand how the bolts were used. But personally it doesn't look too sturdy.

I used a 5" vice, a #2 phillips screwdriver, a ballpeen hammer and a pair of vice grips.
I went to Home Depot and purchased a round plain steel rod from the hardware dept, 3/16" x36". This is a mild steel and will bend without having to heat it up.

Follow Vararams directions on installing the intake.

I started by inserting the end of the rod into the vice to a depth of 7/8". 1" will work though. Using the large ballpeen hammer bend the rod at a sharp 90 degree angle to the front of the vice.
Remove the rod from the vice, and mount the screwdriver in the vice with the tip up.
Wrapped the bent portion of the rod around the screwdriver until it's 180 degrees from where you started. There should be a gap large enough of the OEM bolt.
Insert the "U" shaped portion of the rod into the vice until the bitter end is flush with the top of the vice. Now bend the rod towards the front of the vice to a 90 degree angle using the ballpeen hammer.
At this point I cut the rod with a hacksaw to a length of 2 1/4".
Using the intake, and putting the rod in position on the radiator support, I saw where the rod started to leave the intake, and started to bend the rod down in small sections as to completely make contact with the horn. When finished this should be a complete 90 degree angle. There will be some tweaking you might have to do, but all-in-all you should get a tight fit.
You have to remember, to wiggle the radiator and make sure the intake is fully seated down on the supplied supports while checking, when bending the rod.
Make the second mount the same way but reverse the bend so the bitter end is towards the outside of the car.
I then sandblasted the rods, primed, and painted with engine paint.

I hope this helps!

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The last picture is of the PCV line. I went to my local NAPA store and purchased a length of 1/2" o.d. plastic airbrake line. The inside diameter is 3/8 ". I also got a plastic 90 degree 3/8" barbed elbow for the intake. Make sure to route the hose away from the idler pulley. If you don't you will throw a code from bubbing a hole in the hose. Please don't ask me how I know.

I have a RevXtreme catchcan in route so I should be installing it soon.

BigMatt · 04-13-2010, 09:27 PM

can you take some pics a little zoomed out so I can see exactly what I'm looking at? Nice work though

Jeanius · 04-13-2010, 10:13 PM

That looks good but it does not secure the radiator

Jayhawk500 · 04-13-2010, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeanius

That looks good but it does not secure the radiator

If you use the rubber spacers that were supplied with the intake and put them in the proper places. These mounts do hold the radiator solidly in place. There is no movement at all, in the radiator or intake.

Jayhawk500 · 04-13-2010, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BigMatt

can you take some pics a little zoomed out so I can see exactly what I'm looking at? Nice work though

Third picture is looking somewhat forward on the passenger side.

Fourth picture is looking somewhat forward on the drivers side.

Fifth picture looking from passenger side to the drivers.

Pictures will follow tomorrow.

Jeanius · 04-13-2010, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayhawk500

If you use the rubber spacers that were supplied with the intake and put them in the proper places. These mounts do hold the radiator solidly in place. There is no movement at all, in the radiator or intake.

Ah!

You should sell these!

Group Buy anyone???

1camaro70 · 04-14-2010, 07:49 AM

Great idea, the way the intake fits over the radiator, this should secure everything, should have Vararam use this idea, and compensate you for it.

Jayhawk500 · 04-15-2010, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 1camaro70

Great idea, the way the intake fits over the radiator, this should secure everything, should have Vararam use this idea, and compensate you for it.

Naaaa, I would just like to get my receipt.
Anyone with mechanical ablitiy can do this.

Jayhawk500 · 04-15-2010, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeanius

Ah!

You should sell these!

Group Buy anyone???

It would take less than 5 minutes to make if there was a jig.
Although, Thank You for the compliment. I'm not in that kind of business. I just want you all to now how to fix a small problem.
If someone truely is having difficulty. PM me and I'll hook you up.

Jayhawk500 · 04-19-2010, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by BigMatt

can you take some pics a little zoomed out so I can see exactly what I'm looking at? Nice work though

Here's the pictures. Sorry it took so long.

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SabsBee · 11-09-2016, 08:10 PM

Sorry, I'm late to the party but I just installed mine. I'm curious what is holding the radiator. The vararam set up has the anchors on the radiator while yours is just holding the vararam. What is securing the radiator?

Pro Stock John · 11-09-2016, 08:57 PM

That's a good idea.

04-13-2010, 08:29 PM	#1
Jayhawk500 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Warrenton, Or. Posts: 1,062	Front Horn Mounts for Vararam intake This is a simple fix to a solution I couldn't figure out using Vararams 6" bolts. After seeing HeavyChevy's pictures I know understand how the bolts were used. But personally it doesn't look too sturdy. I used a 5" vice, a #2 phillips screwdriver, a ballpeen hammer and a pair of vice grips. I went to Home Depot and purchased a round plain steel rod from the hardware dept, 3/16" x36". This is a mild steel and will bend without having to heat it up. Follow Vararams directions on installing the intake. I started by inserting the end of the rod into the vice to a depth of 7/8". 1" will work though. Using the large ballpeen hammer bend the rod at a sharp 90 degree angle to the front of the vice. Remove the rod from the vice, and mount the screwdriver in the vice with the tip up. Wrapped the bent portion of the rod around the screwdriver until it's 180 degrees from where you started. There should be a gap large enough of the OEM bolt. Insert the "U" shaped portion of the rod into the vice until the bitter end is flush with the top of the vice. Now bend the rod towards the front of the vice to a 90 degree angle using the ballpeen hammer. At this point I cut the rod with a hacksaw to a length of 2 1/4". Using the intake, and putting the rod in position on the radiator support, I saw where the rod started to leave the intake, and started to bend the rod down in small sections as to completely make contact with the horn. When finished this should be a complete 90 degree angle. There will be some tweaking you might have to do, but all-in-all you should get a tight fit. You have to remember, to wiggle the radiator and make sure the intake is fully seated down on the supplied supports while checking, when bending the rod. Make the second mount the same way but reverse the bend so the bitter end is towards the outside of the car. I then sandblasted the rods, primed, and painted with engine paint. I hope this helps! The last picture is of the PCV line. I went to my local NAPA store and purchased a length of 1/2" o.d. plastic airbrake line. The inside diameter is 3/8 ". I also got a plastic 90 degree 3/8" barbed elbow for the intake. Make sure to route the hose away from the idler pulley. If you don't you will throw a code from bubbing a hole in the hose. Please don't ask me how I know. I have a RevXtreme catchcan in route so I should be installing it soon. __________________ Jayhawk500 2010 2SS/RS, Six speed, Rally Yellow w/ Black Painted Stripes, Boston Acoustic Stereo, Polished 20" wheels, Solo Mach X Catback Exhaust, Solo HF Cats, Halltech CAI, Full Dash & Door ABL, ABL Lit Homelink Buttons, HUD Installed, Ride Tunes, Full Electric Passenger Seat, Fbodfather signed, VIN # 4492, PAID OFF!!! 2010 Yellow 2SS/RS with black painted Stripes...$37,000.00; Ride Tones sound system and remote...$ 40.00; Seeing the kids faces (Young and Old) light up and almost wet their pants....Priceless!!!

04-13-2010, 10:13 PM	#3
Jeanius Drives: Blk/Blk 2018 Sierra SLT Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Golden State Posts: 2,925	That looks good but it does not secure the radiator __________________ SOLD: 2SS LS3 M6 - MGW - Dynatech LT's HF Cats - Magnaflow Street CB - ADM Race CAI - Pedders Xa Coilovers - Pfadt Sways TRADED: 2016 2SS M6

11-09-2016, 08:10 PM	#11
SabsBee Transforming Drives: Transformer Edition Camaro Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: North Carolina Posts: 36 View My Garage	Sorry, I'm late to the party but I just installed mine. I'm curious what is holding the radiator. The vararam set up has the anchors on the radiator while yours is just holding the vararam. What is securing the radiator? __________________ Rick P Dual Masters in Special and General Ed Camaros because they have the personality you design.

11-09-2016, 08:57 PM	#12
Pro Stock John Writer Drives: 2010 SS / 1967 Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 7,216	That's a good idea. __________________ PROJECT HEAVY CHEVY Camaro Now: Mods for the Masses Part I \| Part II 13.15@106 1.95 \| 100% Stock 12.37@112 1.85 \| + Kooks Headers/Cats + 20" 555R + CAI + BW TB + UDP + Tune 12.06@113 1.70 \| + CD 3200 + 18" NT05R + RCR Intake + NE OTR + GPI Tune 11.84@115 1.59 \| + 3.91s + Race Star 17x7 Fronts 10.90@125 1.47 \| + GPI VVT Cam + BW Ported Heads + CD 3800

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