Throttle Body Removal?
#1
Throttle Body Removal?
I have done a search and have read the threads about the problems with aftermarket throttle bodys and have decided against that step. However, I would like to possible remove mine and get it painted with my valve covers.
I read in a few post there was a problem with the screws snapping during removal. Does anyone have any advice or suggestions for the removal and reinstall of the stock throttle body?
Thanks in advance for the help.
I read in a few post there was a problem with the screws snapping during removal. Does anyone have any advice or suggestions for the removal and reinstall of the stock throttle body?
Thanks in advance for the help.
#2
RE: Throttle Body Removal?
On the 4.6L V8 Engine, you will have2 bolts on the top &2 nuts on the bottom.You will need a new throttle body O-Ring once you haveremoved it from the intake manifold. I hope this is enough info for you......
#7
RE: Throttle Body Removal?
Thanks for all the tips, keep them coming. I'm hoping I don't snap off any screws when removing them.
Should I also remove the throttle body gear before I send it to paint? I'm assuming thats the name of the large placstic piece bolted to the side of the throttle body.
Should I also remove the throttle body gear before I send it to paint? I'm assuming thats the name of the large placstic piece bolted to the side of the throttle body.
#9
RE: Throttle Body Removal?
There is a post on here that was around for a while (quite recently too) about someone that painted his valve covers, fuel rail, and TB. I believe he just taped that off and didn't remove it.
I forget the title of the thread, but it wasn't long ago.. Its got some good pics for you
I forget the title of the thread, but it wasn't long ago.. Its got some good pics for you
#10
RE: Throttle Body Removal?
ORIGINAL: BlueRoush
Does anyone think I should be albe to tape over this piece for painting, or should I remove it completly??
Does anyone think I should be albe to tape over this piece for painting, or should I remove it completly??
the steps required to get it back on correctly. I have read horror
stories about breaking it from not getting the spring or gears
clocked right and parts snapping or DTCs being thrown after assembly.
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