Ported blower Install question.

[Goocher0310th]

Im in the process of installing a new to me Eaton ported blower. included with this install is a ported dragon plenum, and Dragon single blade throttle body. I have a ba2600 MAF also I’m adding to the car.

Here lies the problem. When I tighten One end after I’ve installed all of this the other end loosens, at the stock intake tube.

Has anyone else run into a problem doing this? Is there a spacer recommended to get this to fit? The 1/2” would go pic #2

Thanks for help or recommendations

Chris

Edit, maybe I need to go RAI instead of my current CAI?

 

[2003RedfireVert]

I have a ported Eaton, dragon Plenum and TB, but with a stock MAF and JLT Ram air intake. I do not have the issue you are experiencing.

 

[Goocher0310th]

I’m thinking I have to go Ram air and use the JLT intake tube. I can’t find a spacer after extensive searching last night.

 

[cobracide]

Loosen everything up, tighten the upper hose first and attach the CAI last. Try and split the difference between the tightness. I have the Dragon with JLT and it may be a little tight but it fits. The Carbon Fiber probably has more play than the metal tube you have on your CAI.

EDIT: I have a BA2400 plastic MAF

 

[Goocher0310th]

Loosen everything up, tighten the upper hose first and attach the CAI last. Try and split the difference between the tightness. I have the Dragon with JLT and it may be a little tight but it fits. The Carbon Fiber probably has more play than the metal tube you have on your CAI.

Thank you. I will try this.

 

[01yellercobra]

Is there a lip on the throttle body to hold the intake tube in place?

 

[2003RedfireVert]

Is there a lip on the throttle body to hold the intake tube in place?

Yes there is.

 

[01yellercobra]

Weird. TBH my JLT RAI never fit 100% the way I liked with the rubber boot it came with. It would always slide around a little. I ended up getting a slightly wider boot for a better fit. I know you can't do that with your current set up. Just wanted to give you some food for thought.

 

[Goocher0310th]

My buddy fabricated a spacer to make this work like a stock fit.

 

[Goocher0310th]

Well picked up the car today after it was tuned by Tony Gonyon at Tuners Inc.

I’m very happy with the results.

 

[CobraBob]

Good numbers, and you solved the fit problem. Can you post a photo showing your buddy's spacer?

 

[Goocher0310th]

Good numbers, and you solved the fit problem. Can you post a photo showing your buddy's spacer?

Sure thing.

 

[CobraBob]

Thicker than I expected. 1/4"? Your friend did a nice job with that spacer. Awesome that you were able to resolve your fit issue. And it saved you the expense of trying a new intake.

 

[Goocher0310th]

Actually 1/2" Happy I didn't have to spend extra money for a JLT. I'm undecided if I will eventually. My tuner said keep the setup I have.

 

[2003RedfireVert]

Actually 1/2" Happy I didn't have to spend extra money for a JLT. I'm undecided if I will eventually. My tuner said keep the setup I have.

Always listen to your tuner.

 

[CobraBob]

1/2". Nice! Even nicer to have a good friend like that. Yes, definitely always listen to your tuner.

 

[Shadow Grey 03]

Always listen to your tuner.

They don't always know the best for everything though. However, when it comes to MAF and injectors and subsequent tuneability, I'd say take that advice....haha