Did you guys attach velcro like suggested to prevent rubbing? I haven't attempted the install due to lack of time and was wondering about clearance under the hood. Any worries on it rubbing the underside? I got it painted true blue and just don't want to mess it up. Thanks
Whoever installed a JLT CAI
- Thread starter 01BlueCobraVert
- Start date
The pipe will hit where it goes through the fender or at least mine does.
Jamie R.
'01 Silver Cobra on the Cover of MM&FF's August '07 Issue
Jamie R.
'01 Silver Cobra on the Cover of MM&FF's August '07 Issue
Yeah, it will hit. But it should come with a piece that you can protect the pipe with as it goes through the fender. They are a pain to install.
I got the painted plate which mounts to the car and the pipes pass through. I am more concerned w/ shutting my hood and when I re-open it, the top of the tube will be all scratched up?
Um, I wouldn't be concerned with that. Don't you have a hood insulator? Just close the hood, it shouldn't hit if installed correctly.
I had mine painted Comp orange...the bottom touches the valve cover...but it constantly lays on it so theres no real way to see a scratch unless you take the pipe off. And i removed my hood liner and there is zero clearance problems above...the whole thing is a pain to get lined up just right but works great once your done. Take the instructions suggestion of the soapy water around the rubber couplings.
My valve cover had paint chippage on my passenger side. Damn JLT. lol
I suppose i have something to look forward too then :banana:
There's no way you have the plate that covers the fenderwell upside down that would push the cai up a little more?
Did you guys remove your wheel or just pull back the liner? I guess I could use the velcro as suggested where it is close to the valve cover to prevent chipping.
I took the wheel off..you gotta jack the car up anyways to get under there and wiggle it all around so you might as well make it easier on yourself.
Take the wheel off.. It is was easier..:beer:
Silicone spray will work good in place of the soap water. I helped a fellow SVTP'er put on his and it was a pain in the @ss. Take the wheel off!!!
If you're that worried about the paint where it passes through the fender, then I definately recommend using the rubber strip that is included or anything else you might be able to locate...because it WILL scratch the hell out of it if you don't use anything!
G/L
If you're that worried about the paint where it passes through the fender, then I definately recommend using the rubber strip that is included or anything else you might be able to locate...because it WILL scratch the hell out of it if you don't use anything!
G/L
I took off the whole front bumper, takes like 10 minutes, and you can clean all the stuff behind it and such. Its 6 bolts, I reccomend taking it off.
Um took me like 30 minutes with just putting the car on the ramp....
IIRC the only problem spot on mine is where the hood liner rubs the upper rubber elbow connecting the pipe to the TB..
FWIW I used liquid soap inside the elbows to connect the pipe...they went on with no probs and remained adjustable through the install. once the soap dries it makes for good seal as well. :thumbsup:
FWIW I used liquid soap inside the elbows to connect the pipe...they went on with no probs and remained adjustable through the install. once the soap dries it makes for good seal as well. :thumbsup:
My son and I put mine on in 30 minutes with no problems. Pulled the wheel, use the rubber piece to prevent ruining paint. Mine woes hit the hood liner and leaves a shiny spot, but mine is not painted and I'm OK with that. Having another set of hands to help will make it a lot easier and give you someone to have a beer with when you finish.
Finally got around to getting my intake on last night. I also got a new tune from Jon Lund to go along with it. As soon as I hit 4200, it just screams!!!
Last edited:
Users who are viewing this thread
