I am installing both the MREV-2 and the 5/16 spacer. I was just woundering if anyone has any hints to make it easier or anything the instructions might have left out?
I have an 07 6mt with only 1500mi, any problems with me doing the install?
I have an 07 6mt with only 1500mi, any problems with me doing the install?
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just remember make sure u havea tourque wrench and some extra loc tite b/c they only give u a little bit
Simply read over Tony's instructions a few times and be quite familiar with the entire process from the beginning to the end.
Myself, the night before, I removed the engine cover, the intake tube, and prepared an area to lay everything out and took inventory. Lay all the pieces/parts out in an orderly fashion and know what and where all of the bolts and other pieces go prior to starting.
If you are going to be installing the Coolant Control Valve (CCV), it might help to have the said assembly assembled ahead of time. This will also afford the silicone time to cure a bit. I used a Permatex RTV Silicone Gasket material.
Use an inch-lb. torque wrench to torque the bolts to the suggested rates.
Other than that, have fun installing your kit. If you take your time, it should take you some 2 plus hours. Don't be in a rush, if this is your first time under the hood.
Be sure to check the connections at the intake tube with regard to the Throttle Body, MAF and emissions hose connections. After a few days, recheck and torque the 6 bolts, which sit on top of the upper plenum/collector.
Have fun!
Myself, the night before, I removed the engine cover, the intake tube, and prepared an area to lay everything out and took inventory. Lay all the pieces/parts out in an orderly fashion and know what and where all of the bolts and other pieces go prior to starting.
If you are going to be installing the Coolant Control Valve (CCV), it might help to have the said assembly assembled ahead of time. This will also afford the silicone time to cure a bit. I used a Permatex RTV Silicone Gasket material.
Use an inch-lb. torque wrench to torque the bolts to the suggested rates.
Other than that, have fun installing your kit. If you take your time, it should take you some 2 plus hours. Don't be in a rush, if this is your first time under the hood.
Be sure to check the connections at the intake tube with regard to the Throttle Body, MAF and emissions hose connections. After a few days, recheck and torque the 6 bolts, which sit on top of the upper plenum/collector.
Have fun!
wtf? whats this line for?
dang bro, ur braver than i am...when i get my 5/16 spacer i aint gonna do it...im going to take it to a shop.....good luck though
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It's really a pretty simple project. After doing it a few times, you can do it in about a 1/2 hour after the it cools down!
Maybe an hour tops, with a good fan and the experience. 2-3 hours for a first timer.
Rick
Maybe an hour tops, with a good fan and the experience. 2-3 hours for a first timer.
Rick
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Take your time and you'll be fine
+1 . . . However, I would be sure to use an inch-lb. torque wrench. A ft.-lb. wrench can be used . . . However, if it is off of calibration just a bit, it can create big issues when attempting to work backwards to a inch-lb. setting.Originally Posted by speedgeek
Cool engine and a tourque wrenchTake your time and you'll be fine
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There is actually much more loc tite than is needed. You only need one drop on the end of the 6 bolts that go through the middle of the plenum.Originally Posted by blackg3507
just remember make sure u havea tourque wrench and some extra loc tite b/c they only give u a little bit
It's not too hard. I put my spacer on my car the first week I had it. Have fun and take your time.