04-24-2016, 07:39 AM | #1 |
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Windshield relocation -- Too much hassle?
For someone who liked to keep it stock as much as possible, I broke down and got the CIA and while I was at it I also did the Vmax thing. Putting back the glass cover of the CIA was not that much fun so I was wondering what to do to the washer bottle inside it.
Somewhere on youtube I had someone mention a washer relocation kit and after a quick search I decided on the new Roto-Fab model as it looked the best to me. Well, what no one told me is all the work need to install this thing. Too much in my own opinion. considering I probably fill up my washer bottle maybe 4 times a year. I have decided that this is too much of a hassle for me to bother with. Just not worth it. Have too many other projects to tackle without including a project that is not absolutely necessary. Basically the return on investment (or satisfaction quotient) to me is very low. what do you guys think?
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04-24-2016, 07:59 AM | #2 |
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I'm going to leave my windshield where it is
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04-24-2016, 08:01 AM | #3 |
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I thought the Roto-fab washer bottle relocate kit was easy to install. Probably took 45 minutes or so.
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04-24-2016, 08:04 AM | #4 |
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Got the joke. I meant the washer bottle LOL
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04-24-2016, 08:17 AM | #5 |
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No issues for my CIA with the washer bottle. 2 years and over 22K miles on my DD, and I haven't added any fluid to the bottle.
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04-24-2016, 08:25 AM | #6 |
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Yea I like my windshield where it is too
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04-24-2016, 08:36 AM | #7 |
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On a serious note, if the lid isn't fitting properly, check the alignment of the intake box, it may need a little adjustment. As far as relocation of the washer bottle, I don't believe it is really necessary unless you get the air scoop. I didn't mess with it on mine.
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04-24-2016, 08:47 AM | #8 |
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The CIA haven't bothered me yet about my setup, but I'm starting to think someone is watching me.
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04-24-2016, 09:30 AM | #9 |
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Funny bunch. 😂
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04-24-2016, 10:10 AM | #10 |
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Didn't move mine & don't plan on it until I add the scoop. Haven't had any problems & it's been over a year since installing my CAI
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04-24-2016, 10:45 AM | #11 |
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I had no issues with my cai either like some one else mentioned I would look at the alignment, my guess is its hitting the fender side and making it tough to install the lid, I have that issue now since I had to move the stock washer bottle to make room for the oxygen assistance tube
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04-24-2016, 11:03 AM | #12 |
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Wish I had known. So far if you ask me, this looks like money well wasted
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04-24-2016, 10:20 PM | #13 |
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Well, might as well throw some more money away on the scoop. Many say that it really does make a difference in performance, and I could see why. Since your bottle is relocated already, should be a cinch.
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04-25-2016, 06:48 AM | #14 |
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I just took my washer bottle out......never use it anyhoo.
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