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CUT A HOLE.PUT SOMETHING BETWEEN THE SHROUD AND THE CONDENSOR IN CASE THE KNIFE SLIPS.YOU DON'T WANT TO PUNCTURE THAT CONDENSER.iT'S ABOUT A 700 DOLLAR FIX.
When I installed mine I just pulled the radiator shroud out of the car and cut it on the bench. It is somewhat a PITA to pull the shroud and reinstall but I think it is worth it.
In my opinion it makes for a better and more precise cut. In addition it makes it really easy to pop rivet the intake flange on to the shroud. The main advantage is there is no chance to damage the expensive condenser.
I,m helping a friend install a callaway intake. Do we cut a hole in the plastic shroud or just space the lower section out.
Seems Post #3 had hand on experience. I also did mine. Not possible to pop rivet the top portion of Callaway frame if one managed to cut the required mounting hole with shroud in car - needless to say without damaging anything. To get a more finished look, I also lay a bead of black silicone between Callaway and shroud, by product of that resulted in less dirt/debris penetration into engine bay.
Awhile back, instead of cutting the recommended hole, one forum member mentioned his friend installed Callaway by installing spacers between Callaway and shroud. That way gives you options to prop shroud or install Vet-Air to bring in cold air.
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