I installed my POP-Charger last night and have the aluminum bracket left over. The instructions say "Install supplied aluminum bracket between heat shield and the original air scoop." I tried to fit it, but the air scoop side is not aligned with the hole that can be screwed. Was anyone able to install this bracket? If so, please describe where...pics would be a huge help.

** This is not the support bracket that goes from the POP-Charger to the body frame **

Thanks for your help,
Coolie

2003 G35 Sedan
{V1} {21%_Tints} {Matte_Finish_Race_Pedals} {Black_w/Graphite_Leather} {Premium_Pkg.} {Sport_Tuned} {Winter-Sport} {Navigation} {Xenon} {Sunroof} {Aero-Body_Kit_w/Spoiler} {Trunk_Mat}

 

heres mine
its a view from the back




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Sorry no pixs. When I installed my Popcharger, that bracket didn't quite reach also. I tighten the 2 bolts to frame. With the bolt that holds bracket to heat shield I left snug, but loose enough so the bracket moves. The heat shield is very thin & plyable. I lightly pushed on the inside of heat shield that faces towards the engine, till the bracket hole was over the bolt/screw hole of airbox. I started the bolt to the stock airbox(1/2 way). The bracket was at an angle. I tighten the bolt to the heat heat shield all the way. Then, finished bolting the bracket to airbox. After, I check to make sure the 2 bolts for the frame mount was still holding shield in place. Hope this makes sense & helps.

 

My eyes are going crazy because even though it's a back view, that picture seems flip-flopped to me.

'03.5 Silver/Willow Coupe, 6MT, Prem, Nav, 4-Piece Aero Kit,
Z-Tube, JWT Pop Charger, Clear Corners

 

stormxshadow - thanks for the pic

rrowen - thanks for the detailed explanation

I was able to get it on finally, extremely tight fit though. The pic is flip flopped, so it made me think, lol. Thanks again for the quick replies...I did the 12 hour ECU reset last night, so I should be good to go!

Coolie

2003 G35 Sedan
{V1} {21%_Tints} {Matte_Finish_Race_Pedals} {Black_w/Graphite_Leather} {Premium_Pkg.} {Sport_Tuned} {Winter-Sport} {Navigation} {Xenon} {Sunroof} {Aero-Body_Kit_w/Spoiler} {Trunk_Mat}

 

oh yeah it is lol i guess i ddint realized i held the camera upside down when i took the pic

 

OK my install must be totally wrong. I feel like I need something to hold the OEM air scoop closer and tighter in to the heat shield. The connection is real lose. I can move the heat shield and OEM air scoop around with minimal force, just by touching it. There is also a gap in where the set of rubbers meet. Could I be losing Hp due to this?

Black on Black 6MT W/Clear Corners & PIAAs
Borla TDE
Hyper Grounding Kit
Z Tube/JWT Pop Charger
Custom 19s

 

it should not do that, mine installed perfectly, check the OEM scoop, there are I think 4 holes make sure its positioned in the right place..