Vararam Installation Tip.. Pics inside.
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From: Palm City Florida
Vararam Installation Tip.. Pics inside.
So I recently upgraded my Vararam to a B2. During the install I went through the same aggravation I did installing the 1st one...
Adjusting the spacers and bolting where the intake plenums mount to the bumper. This seems to be the hardest part of any Vararam Install..
I decided to try something....
LEAVE THEM OUT
I left out the two inside bolts on each Runner.. I only attached the ONE bolt that goes on the side next to the fog lamp. It's now like a Slip Fit connection.
It was a piece of cake now to slide the Radiator shroud back in. Also it made the airbridge fit PERFECTLY even though I am using a Green Racing Filter...
If you really think those scoops are going to move without the 2 bolts and spacers holding them... Guess again...
This thing is SNUG!
Even without the bolts.. The scoops have NO spaces in them when looking into the front of the bumper... It's Perfect..
Here are shots of the Runners
Here is a shot showing how the Airbridge fits Perfectly flat and can use the factory grommets..
Adjusting the spacers and bolting where the intake plenums mount to the bumper. This seems to be the hardest part of any Vararam Install..
I decided to try something....
LEAVE THEM OUT
I left out the two inside bolts on each Runner.. I only attached the ONE bolt that goes on the side next to the fog lamp. It's now like a Slip Fit connection.
It was a piece of cake now to slide the Radiator shroud back in. Also it made the airbridge fit PERFECTLY even though I am using a Green Racing Filter...
If you really think those scoops are going to move without the 2 bolts and spacers holding them... Guess again...
This thing is SNUG!
Even without the bolts.. The scoops have NO spaces in them when looking into the front of the bumper... It's Perfect..
Here are shots of the Runners
Here is a shot showing how the Airbridge fits Perfectly flat and can use the factory grommets..
Last edited by chuckster; Jun 25, 2006 at 09:16 PM.
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From: Houston TX
Originally Posted by BanditDude
Did it help any w/ filter installation/seal issues? I barely got the filter sealed on my B2 w/ the green filter. The lower section actually has tension against the shroud. 
I am having the same issue.
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Originally Posted by BanditDude
Did it help any w/ filter installation/seal issues? I barely got the filter sealed on my B2 w/ the green filter. The lower section actually has tension against the shroud.
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Originally Posted by BanditDude
Thanks! I'll definitely have to re-install it. 
Last edited by chuckster; Jun 26, 2006 at 12:09 PM.
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From: Bethlehem PA
Originally Posted by chuckster
Yeah, it's kinda wierd... like not seeing the forest through the trees.. There is so much plastic to at as a slip fit that it works great.. I am surprised I am the only one to try this...
I also upgraded to the new filter a few weeks ago, but never had any fitment issues.
Chuck, how'd that little red car you were polishing come out?
That buffer did an insane job!
Scott
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Originally Posted by simpleman68
Don't worry brother, you aren't alone. I installed my B2 when they first came out sans screws.
I also upgraded to the new filter a few weeks ago, but never had any fitment issues.
Chuck, how'd that little red car you were polishing come out?
That buffer did an insane job!
Scott
I also upgraded to the new filter a few weeks ago, but never had any fitment issues.
Chuck, how'd that little red car you were polishing come out?
That buffer did an insane job!
Scott
Glad to hear you had the same experience losing the unneeded screws...
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[QUOTE=chuckster]Red Car came out great... Sold it last week for $1600.. when I picked it up.. It was worth.. $200...
QUOTE]
Cool deal!
I know you worked for that little profit margin.
Scott
QUOTE]
Cool deal!
I know you worked for that little profit margin.
Scott
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Has anybody ever installed a Vararam without any fitament issues? I can't believe this is still a common problem.
Still though, it's my next purchase.
Still though, it's my next purchase.
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Chuck
Do you have any pics from the front end of the vehicle? I don't like the looks of the rivets inside the air ducts. I want to get the Vararam, but don't want the car to look hacked up from the outside. Pics would be greatly appreciated. 
James
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Speeaking of Vararam installation... I just bought a new VR B2 and the directions that come with this thing are horrible. Besides the tip you gave, got any more before I start installing the VR?
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From: Lafayette LA
Originally Posted by Turbosixx
Speeaking of Vararam installation... I just bought a new VR B2 and the directions that come with this thing are horrible. Besides the tip you gave, got any more before I start installing the VR?
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Originally Posted by ZBRA
Click the VaraRam link in my sig.
Seriously, good writeup. I'm leaning more towards the Blackwing after this thread. 
