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bbk smog tube and thermactor plug problems

Old 02-12-2008, 06:32 PM
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Default bbk smog tube and thermactor plug problems

so im almost wrapped up installing my heads etc.....

has anyone had problems with the bbk unequal shorties smog tube fitment? if so, what was your resolve to the problem?

also, i was getting ready to bolt back on my accessory plates, and noticd that there needed to be threaded plugs where the thermactor hole is, so the accessory bolt has something to screw into. what a f@#$#$ up design. i hope i can get the old ones out of my heads, cause the dealer wants $18.50 a piece for them. what a joke........

i just cant wait to get this crap over with, its no fun when your doing it by yourself and having to learn everything the hard way[:@]
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Old 02-12-2008, 06:40 PM
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Default RE: bbk smog tube and thermactor plug problems

Yep, I had that problem with my brothers GT40X heads. Luckily I found a race shop in town that did a lot of machine work and they had them. I was happy to give 3.50/ea for them.
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Old 02-12-2008, 06:45 PM
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Default RE: bbk smog tube and thermactor plug problems

i didnt even think of that, i will look into that. thanks!
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Old 02-12-2008, 08:55 PM
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Default RE: bbk smog tube and thermactor plug problems

i've always paid about $3 each as well.

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Old 02-13-2008, 09:57 AM
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Default RE: bbk smog tube and thermactor plug problems

bob, where were you able to find them?
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Old 02-13-2008, 11:34 AM
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Summit sells them too.. Made by Trickflow.
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Old 02-13-2008, 11:53 AM
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Default RE: bbk smog tube and thermactor plug problems

I have one sitting on my desk, which is not being used
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