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Nytemare · 02-24-2012, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Mach

Thanks for update. I know you have a manual trans too so bug him about that launch control that was talked about.

+9999999

bmorecam · 02-24-2012, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Nytemare

+9999999

You are going to have to give me some of your popcorn nytemare

Mine is running out while patiently waiting to finalize and get this bad boy tuned out on the dyno

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mach

Thanks for update. I know you have a manual trans too so bug him about that launch control that was talked about.

Oh darn it! LOL! forgot all about the launch control coming up soon possibly. Am I really in the right time frame? It never felt so good to own a V6

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Originally Posted by Ventmaster

While we're waiting would be a great time to share more info on your custom IM porting compatible with the Mace, Bmore??

PM me.

Blade · 02-24-2012, 03:28 PM

This wait time sucks for delivery

mhog · 02-24-2012, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Blade

This wait time sucks for delivery

I hate waiting for stuff too!!!

hapisok · 02-24-2012, 04:52 PM

totally worth it

MACE_ENG · 02-25-2012, 12:19 AM

I see. The reason I asked is that it doesn't look tilted here. Unless I'm wrong

Mach · 02-25-2012, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by MACE_ENG

I see. The reason I asked is that it doesn't look tilted here. Unless I'm wrong

It is tilted according to VR's instructions.

Bangarang · 02-25-2012, 10:00 AM

I've got a few questions, I'm sure they've been answered before, but all I have to search the forum is my phone

1 - do you need a tune after installing one of these? My car was already tuned when I bought it so I'd rather not have to re-tune. I would have to drive 400km to get it done.

2 - I haven't checked the clearance under the hood yet but is there any problems with installing the 25mm insulator? An inch seems like a lot.

3 - is there any problems with installing this with certain CAIs? I have an Injen long tube.

Thanks a lot guys. Sorry if these questions have been asked before but I'm up north and it would take forever to scan the whole thread.

hapisok · 02-25-2012, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Bangarang

I've got a few questions, I'm sure they've been answered before, but all I have to search the forum is my phone

1 - do you need a tune after installing one of these? My car was already tuned when I bought it so I'd rather not have to re-tune. I would have to drive 400km to get it done.

2 - I haven't checked the clearance under the hood yet but is there any problems with installing the 25mm insulator? An inch seems like a lot.

3 - is there any problems with installing this with certain CAIs? I have an Injen long tube.

Thanks a lot guys. Sorry if these questions have been asked before but I'm up north and it would take forever to scan the whole thread.

re-tune not required...25mm fits fine, there are no issues with clearance...and i've got the Injen long tube as well and its a great combo.

Bangarang · 02-25-2012, 12:32 PM

Thanks man. Looks like I'm ordering one when I get home next week!

ucf713 · 02-25-2012, 04:59 PM

Did the install today for the 25 mm. Took me 3 hours because of those 3 bolts in the back. I now hate them all. Only thing I am worried about is the gasket maker. I don't know if I put enough of it on.

I took the car out for a spin afterwards and instantly felt the difference. This is well worth the money.

Mach · 02-25-2012, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ucf713

Did the install today for the 25 mm. Took me 3 hours because of those 3 bolts in the back. I now hate them all. Only thing I am worried about is the gasket maker. I don't know if I put enough of it on.

I took the car out for a spin afterwards and instantly felt the difference. This is well worth the money.

When you torque the bolts to (EDIT: 18ft/lbs) the gasket maker becomes very very thin. If you put at least a 2mm bead you will be ok. I'd be more worried about putting too much on and having it ooze out and block the intake runner holes.

bmorecam · 02-25-2012, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ucf713

Did the install today for the 25 mm. Took me 3 hours because of those 3 bolts in the back. I now hate them all. Only thing I am worried about is the gasket maker. I don't know if I put enough of it on.

I took the car out for a spin afterwards and instantly felt the difference. This is well worth the money.

Just make sure you followed direction on the gasket maker. The biggest mistake peoples make is very simple. They don't follow direction on the label LOL. As long as you followed direction I wouldn't worry. Not enough gasket is worst than too much gasket. Just look for black soot or anything that look like leak.

rtcat600man · 02-25-2012, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Mach

When you torque the bolts to 60ft/lbs the gasket maker becomes very very thin. If you put at least a 2mm bead you will be ok. I'd be more worried about putting too much on and having it ooze out and block the intake runner holes.

WHAT.......60 ft/lbs............

I thought it was reported 18 ft/lbs for the intake manifold bolts.

Just looked up the specs.

Upper-to-Cylinder Head Bolt - Long
25 N·m
18 lb ft
 Upper-to-Cylinder Head Bolt - Short
25 N·m
18 lb ft
 Upper-to-Lower Intake Manifold Bolt
25 N·m
18 lb ft

Put just enough gasket maker to form a thin layer around the opening.

02-24-2012, 03:28 PM	#507
Blade Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS BVM Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Charlotte Posts: 4,689 View My Garage	This wait time sucks for delivery __________________ Formerly owner of: 2012 2SS/RS Build Thread - Totaled by red light runner 2010 LT/RS Build Thread - Traded in for 2012 2SS 2007 Acura TSX 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva V6 1992 Mercury Sable

02-24-2012, 04:52 PM	#509
hapisok crazier than a coconut Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: virginia Posts: 1,547	totally worth it __________________

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02-25-2012, 12:19 AM	#510
MACE_ENG Drives: LLT Machine Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: VIC/AUS Posts: 563	I see. The reason I asked is that it doesn't look tilted here. Unless I'm wrong

02-25-2012, 10:00 AM	#512
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02-25-2012, 04:59 PM	#515
ucf713 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT SIM Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 62	Did the install today for the 25 mm. Took me 3 hours because of those 3 bolts in the back. I now hate them all. Only thing I am worried about is the gasket maker. I don't know if I put enough of it on. I took the car out for a spin afterwards and instantly felt the difference. This is well worth the money.