hey guys, trying to get the little stuff done that I'll need to make the install for the vortech mini race bypass valve. Other than the valve and aluminum flange, all I think I'll need is a piece of silicone hose to connect the bypass valve to the boost pipe. I am thinking of going with the 12" piece of tubing from here, let me know if this is what i need. I measure and I will need a 1.75 diamater:

http://www.racepartsolutions.com/pro...rod=SIL%2DHOSE


Will that do the trick?

 

It will, but for 30 bucks its kinda pricey, and plus you won't use most of it...

E.

 

Well what did you other guys use that went with the mini race??

 

Just your generic radiator type hose from the local parts store, 3 bucks.



E.

 

That looks really good sap. And local car shops have 1.75" radiator hose piping?? (that is the size that goes with the mini race correct)?? And did you also pick up your t-clamps from there as well ??

 

Thanks, you can buy the clamps at summit or just use regular clamps as 10PSI won't blow normal hose clamps. I *think* the mini race has a 2.5" oval inside diameter, but I could be wrong.

E.

 

hmm i just measured not too long ago and I think its 1.75". Yeah, I think I'm going to head to the auto parts store tomorrow and just try to get some radiator hose that will fit and probably just order some new t-clamps. What did you do about the nipple on the power pipe? how do i go about that?

 

It requires welding, and you need to make sure its at least as big as the bypass valves opening, otherwise you have a restriction which can cause blower surging. So drill/cut/etc. a hole and have your local exhaust shop (or a welder you trust) weld on a bung for you. Aim the bung at the blower side of the powerpipe (at an angle) for best results.

E.

 

I think I may just install the i/c myself and take the mini race to be put on...

 

The intercooler install is definately a do it yourself job. However the mini race bypass requires someone who can weld aluminum (the flange and prolly your intake piping) and the bung on the powerpipe, so unless your welding experience is top notch, i would bring it to a shop. Plus the job is small so it won't run you more then a hundred or two.

It's basically 3 steps.

1). Drill/cut two holes in the intake tubing, one for the IAT sensor and one larger hole for the Race bypass, clean up the holes of any rough edges.
2). Weld a bung on the intake tubing for the bypass, and weld the flange onto the bung.
3). Drill/cut a hole in the powerpipe and have a bung welded onto it.

The drilling/cutting you can probably do and the welding a shop can do in an hour or so.

E.