UK Group Buy: Hard Pipe Kit.

[aboo]

As you'v said the 1st of march for payment I like Atik will wait till next GB on these if everything is all right with them.

[swinks]

Talking about silicone couplers... Be aware that you will need one reducer 63mm to 70mm, not a 63mm coupler. The plastic intake elbow with 2 vacuum ports is actually 70mm in diameter.
Just save your self nasty surprise...

[Beastlee]

Might have an interest in these once they're proven on a couple of cars running higher boost. I've seen how much mine bulge under load and wouldn't mind improving the boost holding capability.

[miller]

Talking about silicone couplers... Be aware that you will need one reducer 63mm to 70mm, not a 63mm coupler. The plastic intake elbow with 2 vacuum ports is actually 70mm in diameter.
Just save your self nasty surprise...

Cheers for the heads up, i didnt realise the intake pipe was larger, i just though the last hose onto it flared to sit over it!

70 to 60mm reducer on order now

Cheers

Mike

[miller]

1st trial fitting this afternoon, one pipe needs shortening by 20mm and an oversight by me means I need to re-order 4 larger clamps.

Early thoughts are, they take a bit of getting on ie sliding silicone onto metal and with the mikalor clamps i very much doubt they will blow off. The silicone seems to grip well on its own before the clamps are tightened. The pipe lengths are so close which is good as it doesnt leave a lot of 'spare' silicone to make up joints.

Will keep you posted.


Mike

[Beastlee]

1st trial fitting this afternoon, one pipe needs shortening by 20mm and an oversight by me means I need to re-order 4 larger clamps.

Early thoughts are, they take a bit of getting on ie sliding silicone onto metal and with the mikalor clamps i very much doubt they will blow off. The silicone seems to grip well on its own before the clamps are tightened. The pipe lengths are so close which is good as it doesnt leave a lot of 'spare' silicone to make up joints.

Will keep you posted.


Mike

[AndyBaird85]

defo interested in this. good work

[AndyBaird85]

put me down for a set.

cheers.

andy

[HPRULZ]

E.g. silicone joiners in blue only and the requisite number of mikalor clamps.

he he ya seen under Mikes bonnet they would obviously only be available in red!

Kev

[miller]

UPDATE:

1 of the pipes is back in the workshop for some trimming and further bending after my trial fitment.

Pics to follow later.


Mike

[wantavr4]

Mike put me down for a set. let me know when you want payment.

[miller]

will do!

[HOODY]

Just subscribing to the thread so i dont forget about this.... Im very interested in these, gona have to wait the next time round as ive bought too much stuff this month already and its only the 3rd.oops

Great deal tho.. catchya next time

[miller]

Time ticks on when you have to wait for delivery parts! Damn post! grrr

Anyways, progress so far, two pipes installed and running fine. Just waiting on adjustment to last pipe and some more clamps.

Pics to keep you lot happy!

[crazyken76]

looks like a nice fit cant wait to get them on mine

[orionn2o]

Looks good so far Mike!

[miller]

and Postman finally arrives! 2.30pm what a joke!

Pic of all three pipes installed. Been for a quick drive and all seems okay, in fact no movement on any of the joints as far as i can see. No leaks, and I would go as far as to say my vacuum pressure readings are stronger than normal. I used to see idle of around 18.5 imhg now its nearer 20imhg.

Further testing to follow.

Video now added, just a walkaround whilst engine is running
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LLOynocwy0

[aboo]

Looking good Mike.

[miller]

Okay im going to close this group buy in 24 hours and get them into production. Is that it for buys or are there anyone else wanting to join?

Once closed I shall then confirm postage costs and PM you all with payment details etc etc

Any questions just shout.

Cheers

Mike

[2700gavin]

Looks good Mike, are you going to publish a shoping list of hoses and clamps and where to get them from ?