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Old 01-13-13, 01:09 PM
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What coupler is this?

I just bought this car and found a leaking coupler/gasket.

Anyone know the name of this or a good place to order them from? Thanks in advance.

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Old 01-13-13, 01:27 PM
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2 1/2 inch silicone coupler sold at most auto parts stores or on ebay for dirt cheap.
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If you can afford it, you should invest that money on a efini y pipe. Though if you get a silicone coupler the oil might weaken it over time.
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Is it 2.5"? I thought that's a 2.75".
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i just went out and measured. it is 2.75"

Siliconeintakes.com or CXracing.com

Would be a good time to put some good t-bolt clamps on it as well.
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It's the 'Y' pipe to crossover coupler. The OEM ones typically failed from all the heat. That's why MAZDA did the re-design to the efini 'Y' pipe to eliminate it. It's the way to go if you can afford it. If you can't, I've had good experience with these ---> Straight NX500 : HoseTechniques - T-Bolt Clamps NX500 Hose PY350 Hose Diesel Power Hose Silicone Vacuum & Heater Hose Oil Hose BLOW-OUT & CLEARANCE HoseTech Racing Industrial Hose Your Logo Custom Spec OEM Hoses hosetechniques, The best silicone hose

They'll tolerate alot of oil without issues.
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Originally Posted by ZE Power MX6
Is it 2.5"? I thought that's a 2.75".
I was close, I mean I didn't even need to make a thread about it and knew at least the close diameter of it, next step would have been a ruler.
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I'm and work and can't check, but is this a 2.75" straight coupler? Not a 2.5 to 2.75 or something.
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2.75" straight.
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^Yep. And I'm thinking three (3) inches long should be fine. Don't go ebay or you'll have the same issue in short order. Quality is worth it here.
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Ok great, thanks guys.

I was looking at mishimoto since I've heard good things about them and they have a lifetime warranty, but couldn't find a 2.75" straight from them.

I'm looking into Hose Techniques, they have them for about $10 +shipping
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Pay the money and get the Y Pipe. It was the best thing I did to mine. Makes maintenance easier too because the pipe simply unbolts rather than messing about with sealing that pipe




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