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Mar 20, 2007 | 10:12 AM

RAGOVET

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St. Jude Donor '05

Front intake coupler

I am going to add the SLP claw on my intake. i also see that I can get a front intake coupler that is smooth to replace the 'bellows' that come with the car. Does anyone know if the smooth front coupler does any good or any harm? I realize none of this really gives much HP gain.....

http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...dept%5Fid=1758

Mar 20, 2007 | 10:24 AM

rickneworleansla

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I've had them installed on mine for some time now. No problems here. I figured it may help some with the spray. I have heard that they may split with time due to the torque of the engine.

Mar 20, 2007 | 10:38 AM

RAGOVET

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I've had them installed on mine for some time now. No problems here. I figured it may help some with the spray. I have heard that they may split with time due to the torque of the engine.

thanks for the input. Nice looking vert !!!

Mar 20, 2007 | 11:03 AM

Aardwolf

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I have seen turbo guys try rippled verus smooth hose at the track with no changes in track time. Save your money for mods that make power, unless this is for looks.

Mar 20, 2007 | 11:33 AM

cv67

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St. Jude Donor '05

Mine split in abouit a years time. Didnt crack all the way through, just superficial...From the engine torquing over, the rubber cant twist with the motor.

Mar 20, 2007 | 11:41 AM

RAGOVET

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Mine split in abouit a years time. Didnt crack all the way through, just superficial...From the engine torquing over, the rubber cant twist with the motor.

ah. thanks. so thats why the original OEM design is flexible bellows. I will stay with that. thanks to all

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