Blackwing install
Jul 25, 2004 | 01:19 PM
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Blackwing install
well hurray i got my blackwing today, with the carbon fiber power duct....however im having troubles with the install...i really wanted to use the rubber coupler provided with the blackwing...however this seems impossible..even the rubbper coupler provided with the air duct was a pain to fit over the blackwing...has anyone else had this problem.....please help
Jul 26, 2004 | 09:32 AM
Pro
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From: Elkridge MD
It was really tough but it does fit
Jul 26, 2004 | 09:45 AM
Melting Slicks
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Tip: When installing the blackwing on your car, MAKE SURE to leave all clamps loose until it is in place and you like the fit.
Jul 26, 2004 | 10:22 AM
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I had a few problems getting the MAF to fit, so we cut one of the rubber couplings in half. This did the trick. Gary
Jul 26, 2004 | 12:29 PM
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some of those couplers were tight. try a little silicone or wd40 on them. don't spray you MAF sensor.
Jul 26, 2004 | 01:34 PM
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Jul 26, 2004 | 01:55 PM
Melting Slicks
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Try a little dish washing soap. It will dry unlike oil.
Jul 27, 2004 | 03:42 AM
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yeah did the trick for me too thanks for all the input
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Jul 27, 2004 | 07:16 AM
Team Owner
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From: Swansea IL
I used a little KY, works in the garage too
Take a look
Tom
Jul 27, 2004 | 07:27 AM
Melting Slicks
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Looks great
Jul 27, 2004 | 07:58 AM
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Originally Posted by HHC5
Looks great
Anyone have a picture of the coupler for an 04 Z ??
Jul 27, 2004 | 09:34 AM
Melting Slicks
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I used a little KY, works in the garage too
Tom
Did you use the warming gel.
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