Ok, I know this is kinda ghetto, but.....
I think I've found the source of my boost leak. The lower IC hose(stock IC) has 4 splits in the ribbing. Is it possible to temporarily repair the hose duct tape/hot glue/whatever to do a boost test until I get a new hose? I'd like to be sure I've found the issue before I sit smugly waiting for my new hose.
Where's the best place to get an inexpensive replacement hose? Can I go to the local hose company( there's a shop down the street that only sells hoses for auto/industrial purposes ), should I call Ray, or does one of the online stores carry them? Thanks guys! |
Duct tape will not work unless you layered it very heavily. Get a used one from Fritz Flynn, if not, I can sell you one as well (though, I'd like to sell it with my SMIC.
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I had this problem a couple times when I was on the stock IC. I didn't ever find anything that would hold up to 12psi for more than about 1 run.
Once you get a new hose, go to home depot or lowes and get a "sewer clamp" it's basically a sleeve that you can put over your lower IC hose to prevent it from splitting in the future. I forget the size. Just separate the rubber from the clamp and use the clamp portion around your IC hose. It isn't very visible so it doesn't look too ghetto :) It's similar to this, but larger: http://imagex.homedepot.com/f/248/13...02775-wc_4.jpg |
Thanks guys, btw, who's Fritz?
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Fritz = https://www.rx7club.com/members/fritz-flynn-3583/
I split my origonal lower ic pipe too, but the used one I bought of Fritz has held up quite a long time and im running 14+psi. |
if fritz doesnt have one, contact GARCO MOTORWORKS. . . i think he has one.
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Are Fritz's hoses the stock hoses, or better than stock. Actually I just found out a guy I know locally is installing a new intercooler in a friend's car. If his hose is still good I'll probably get that. Thanks!
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Fritz doesnt make hoses. He usually sells RX-7 parts.
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It would be good if you go back to your original thread and leave an update on the solution.
As well, I have some very good stock IC hoses that I PM'd you about. You're describing (as I understand it) the elbow-shaped hose that feeds into the bottom of the intercooler. IMO the stock replacement is fine. The only aftermarket option I know of is the bent aluminum tubing like this: http://www.rx7store.net/product_p/greddy3pcskit.htm It seems most of these suggestions relate to a straight coupler, which is not the same thing. (Another common failure point, but not the same thing). Dave |
Yes, it's the elbow that feeds into the bottom of the intercooler. Thanks Dave, I'll update my original thread.
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