[OvenRude]

I could probally search around forever and find the info, but im really sleepy...so no..



Ok, I'm building myself some 2.5" upper intercooler pipes for now, then I'll build the lower ones afterwords.

I'm thinking doing the upper IC pipes should be pretty easy. I am just going to buy the mandrel bent mild steel from jcwhitney or something, then MIG weld er' up, then have the whole thing ceramic coated so it won't rust and it looks shiney. I like shiney.

Has anyone else done this and has the numbers for what bends work the best, and where to find those plastic/rubber couplers for connecting the hardpipes to the intake etc etc.

Thx for any and all help. If this goes really well I would be more than happy to help some other people out by making some pipes for them.

 

[outofstep]

My suggestion is enlarging the "snorkel" hole and running the upper intercooler pipe through there. By going that route instead of through the side fender, you cut about a foot and a half worth of pipe length. Not only that, but it's much easier working with the pipe then.

 

[OvenRude]

thx, I don't have the car up in minneapolis with me to really get out there and measure things and look them over for the piping, so this sorta stuff helps

 

[83'Mk2L]

I'm thinking about doing this too, but I don't weld. Though I'm sure I could find someone who does. I'm looking to go sp61 soon and will need new IC and pipes to really enjoy it.

 

[OvenRude]

I'm thinking about doing this too, but I don't weld. Though I'm sure I could find someone who does. I'm looking to go sp61 soon and will need new IC and pipes to really enjoy it.

Hey, you are in Minneapolis. I'd be more than happy to help you out if needed. I have a full metal shop with about every tool other than a mandrel bender a metal worker would ever need. I would insist that I had some test runs though so I could ensure good quality welds.

 

[83'Mk2L]

I'm sold- Once you get yours put together, Ill order myself some bends. You could even use my car as a testbed if you want- I have to fix my drivetrain problem first though : / may need a new tranny...

 

[88toysupra]

I have made many sets with the JCW 2 1/2 pipe. You will need the car with you, because you will need to know all the angles. I made a extra set so i now go by them. The best way to run the upper pipe is through the snork hole. I have done the one through the fender and it is a lot of work, plus like other have said it is extra pipe for the air. The best thing with the pipes is you can hit about 8 to 9 psi with out any boost controler. It is amazing how much better they flow and the turbo spools up so much faster also. :bigthumb:

 

[Orubus]

YOu can always do it the JBL way...PVC Baby!!! Just picked up my conduit and primer, pieces ready for the puzzle.

 

[ISR87N/A]

I did the JBL thing, with some minor modifications. Worked out great. I boost 10 lbs daily and I commute ~ 70 miles a day.

 

[solomaster2002]

http://www.supra-tech.com/Tech/Intercooler pipes.htm
I dont remeber his name on the forums but this guy did it
ive never tried it but i really want to
i also am really bad at welding and horrible at guessing mandrel bends
-Chris

 

[AGlobalThreat]

How do u enlarge the snorkel hole? Just take a saw at it?

 

[JT87NA]

Here is a link to a thread I made, these pipes are polished already.

IC Pipes using CRX cold air intake

 

[Kroze]

great thread. I'm interested in making my own IC pipes also. What's all the stuff that you need to make em and how much?

 

[Spoolme]

what size silicone hose will fit over the 2 1/2" pipe? also, what size will fit over the throttle body??

 

[CassMori]

How do u enlarge the snorkel hole? Just take a saw at it?

I didn't have to enlarge mine at all, the 2.5" pipe fit through fine. But if you want to run a CAI through there as well, it will need to be enlarged.

... and where to find those plastic/rubber couplers for connecting the hardpipes to the intake etc etc.

I got my couplers, reducers, & clamps from HTS, not the cheapest but competitively priced, and definately high quality, with fast shipping and great service. They've been working great now for ~4.5 months @ ~15-16psi on a DD, about 8k miles, with no problems.

what size silicone hose will fit over the 2 1/2" pipe? also, what size will fit over the throttle body??

I don't know about other companies, but with the sizing HTS uses, you order hose/couplers/clamps in the same size as the pipe it will go on. The TB, iirc, is 2.75". HTH

 

[OvenRude]

I was just looking at my car this weekend, and to use the hole near the headlight, I'm assuming that I'll need to remove the washer fluid at least, and probally figure out something for the FiPK that seems to be in the way as well. Hmm...

 

[CassMori]

here's a couple of pics of how mine fits (they're not very pretty, but they work).....

from the top:

from underneath:

how it looks currently, after FIPK install:

HTH

 

[Satan]

Got an aluminum 2.5" hardpipe kit from Ebay seller "Veter_duet".... Added some marine exhaust and clamps... Good pipe set, under $150 for everything..... Awesome set and have some leftover stuff. Also came with a lip on each end of aluminum pipes.... ain't popping hoses/pipes anytime soon....

E

 

[KevinM]

My cardomain page has pics of my piping which I used 2.5" JCW al-steel u-bends. You only need like 4-5 to do it depending on your IC outlets (I have the NPR large and needed a straight section too.)

Who ever asked--2.5" couplers fit 2.5" tubing (and a little loose on 2" pipe)

The link to my site is in the www link under my screen-name
Kevin

here's one pic
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/501000-501999/501883_132_full.jpg

 

[OvenRude]

My cardomain page has pics of my piping which I used 2.5" JCW al-steel u-bends. You only need like 4-5 to do it depending on your IC outlets (I have the NPR large and needed a straight section too.)

Who ever asked--2.5" couplers fit 2.5" tubing (and a little loose on 2" pipe)

The link to my site is in the www link under my screen-name
Kevin

here's one pic
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/9/web/501000-501999/501883_132_full.jpg

wow, that looks really nice. you have it ceramic coated? that is my plan. do you remember what all the bends/tubes you did on that?