Vararam install issues
Race Director
Joined: Oct 2005
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From: Bay Area Ca.
Mine install is real tight, actually shows wear on the hood felt, but it does clear the radiator shroud. Not sure what to advise.
I know it is not the most user friendly system...but I still run mine!
I know it is not the most user friendly system...but I still run mine!
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Instructor
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I ended up using the factory flex tubing that goes on the TB to get it over. Most of the photos I saw had that on. I need to cap the breather tube (not sure if that's what it's called). Then I am done. Tstat is done as well. That was a bit messy but she'll be ready to go this afternoon.
Racer
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From: Naples FL
Racer
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From: Garner NC
You won't run into this issue with a 2005, at least I didn't. It's a different MAF setup and a different Vararam unit.
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2007
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From: Santa Barbara CA
I ended up using the factory flex tubing that goes on the TB to get it over. Most of the photos I saw had that on. I need to cap the breather tube (not sure if that's what it's called). Then I am done. Tstat is done as well. That was a bit messy but she'll be ready to go this afternoon.
Glad to see you got it installed, Enrique. I don't remember having any clearance issues on my car in that area, and I had the upper section on and off a few times. I kinda remember seeing my upper radiator cover trimmed in that area for clearance. The intake was on my car when I bought it, so I have no knowledge of the original install.
I'll go look at my car and let you know what I find.
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Instructor
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No sweat it went on better after a good night's sleep. I had issues with the T-Stat, granted I had never done that before and I didn't "burp" the system so I ran out of coolant when I took it around the block. I ended up burping it after I got back home and it ran fine.
I was on the side of the road when a neighbor offered to pick me and my 6 year old up so I could get some coolant at home. When he passed by I was putting on the top but never clamped it down, the next test drive... The top flew off at 30mph. Its in pieces now. Really stupid and expensive mistake. Luckily a buddy of mine has a used one at the dealer that I am getting for a good price but there goes my tuning money...
Here are some pics of the install:
I was on the side of the road when a neighbor offered to pick me and my 6 year old up so I could get some coolant at home. When he passed by I was putting on the top but never clamped it down, the next test drive... The top flew off at 30mph. Its in pieces now. Really stupid and expensive mistake. Luckily a buddy of mine has a used one at the dealer that I am getting for a good price but there goes my tuning money...
Here are some pics of the install:
Melting Slicks
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From: Tumwater, WA
Advanced
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From: Summerville South Caroline
Just looking at it you might have your tubes in the wrong spot. Have you tried reversing their position so the longer one that you have now riding on the structure is instead supporting the MAF ?
Race Director
Joined: Oct 2005
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From: Bay Area Ca.
No sweat it went on better after a good night's sleep. I had issues with the T-Stat, granted I had never done that before and I didn't "burp" the system so I ran out of coolant when I took it around the block. I ended up burping it after I got back home and it ran fine.
I was on the side of the road when a neighbor offered to pick me and my 6 year old up so I could get some coolant at home. When he passed by I was putting on the top but never clamped it down, the next test drive... The top flew off at 30mph. Its in pieces now. Really stupid and expensive mistake. Luckily a buddy of mine has a used one at the dealer that I am getting for a good price but there goes my tuning money...
Here are some pics of the install:
I was on the side of the road when a neighbor offered to pick me and my 6 year old up so I could get some coolant at home. When he passed by I was putting on the top but never clamped it down, the next test drive... The top flew off at 30mph. Its in pieces now. Really stupid and expensive mistake. Luckily a buddy of mine has a used one at the dealer that I am getting for a good price but there goes my tuning money...
Here are some pics of the install:
Glad your able to come up with a replacement.
Burning Brakes
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From: Seguin Texas
Start over with install. The longer tube needs to be cut sarting at the edge on top and cutting back at about a 30 degree angle to make it fit properly. Did you buy it used? the reason I ask is because Patrick (owner of VR) has been including the PRE CUT tubing for over 3 YEARS now. Seriously, when i got my 08 new in july of 07 i bought a VR 3 months later from Patrick in Houston at their shop. All of the units that were boxed came with the precut tube.You must have gotten ahold of some old stock. If you did, you might also have the old design VR that loses its shape. Call VR they will help you get what you need. Probably free. I did when the first one I had warped some. The next day I received the newer version. OBSESSED you should have asked for help when you sent your VR back. I would have helped you. If you need pics I'll try to upload some.
By the way, the VR works great and fits like a glove when installed properly.
By the way, the VR works great and fits like a glove when installed properly.
Yep, it needs to have a diagonal cut to fit properly.
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Instructor
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Start over with install. The longer tube needs to be cut sarting at the edge on top and cutting back at about a 30 degree angle to make it fit properly. Did you buy it used? the reason I ask is because Patrick (owner of VR) has been including the PRE CUT tubing for over 3 YEARS now. Seriously, when i got my 08 new in july of 07 i bought a VR 3 months later from Patrick in Houston at their shop. All of the units that were boxed came with the precut tube.You must have gotten ahold of some old stock. If you did, you might also have the old design VR that loses its shape. Call VR they will help you get what you need. Probably free. I did when the first one I had warped some. The next day I received the newer version. OBSESSED you should have asked for help when you sent your VR back. I would have helped you. If you need pics I'll try to upload some.
By the way, the VR works great and fits like a glove when installed properly.
By the way, the VR works great and fits like a glove when installed properly.
Thanks,
Enrique