Innovate Motorsports Intercooler System and Upgrade!

[Ryan86]

Originally Posted by sw20kosh

Uh is that anything like a NPT?

Also, how did you guys seal those intercooler nipples that were leaking? DId you use any glue or anything? Bill @DeliciousTuning is saying that I should check the rubber O-ring seals and glue them in.

Are you referring to the grey L connectors at the back?
We pulled out and applied Teflon tape and screwed them back supper tight. We used red rubber grease on the nipples when applying the pipes back on to prevent leaks.

The other point the Technician pointed out, is do not use any gasket sealer on the kit as it comes with rubber seals on all necessary parts. The idiot mechanic who installed first time used gasket sealer and we could notice it creates areas where the charger would eventually leak.

Bill is the one who told me exactly what was wrong with my kit and how to seal. He know this kit so well what ever advise he gives is worth taking.

[xxscaxx]

Originally Posted by Ryan86

Are you referring to the grey L connectors at the back?
We pulled out and applied Teflon tape and screwed them back supper tight. We used red rubber grease on the nipples when applying the pipes back on to prevent leaks.

The other point the Technician pointed out, is do not use any gasket sealer on the kit as it comes with rubber seals on all necessary parts. The idiot mechanic who installed first time used gasket sealer and we could notice it creates areas where the charger would eventually leak.

Bill is the one who told me exactly what was wrong with my kit and how to seal. He know this kit so well what ever advise he gives is worth taking.

He is referring to the connectors for the intercooler connection, not the grey fittings in the back of the charger.

It might just be me, but my car seems to run smoother now that i've replaced those fittings and used teflon on them.

[sw20kosh]

Originally Posted by Ryan86

Are you referring to the grey L connectors at the back?

no. im referring to the coolant nipples on the intercooler.

[Ryan86]

Originally Posted by sw20kosh

no. im referring to the coolant nipples on the intercooler.

I did not see any nipples when we took apart, maybe your term nipple and mine are different.

You get the two connectors which fit into each end of the cooler, these have 3 O rings to seal the coolant and the boost? This is where I had a leak, the last O ring was left off by the technician, so my air was flowing freely.
We just applied small amount of red rubber grease and the two pipes went in and sealed perfect.

If the above is not it, put a pic up.

[sw20kosh]

Originally Posted by Ryan86

I did not see any nipples when we took apart, maybe your term nipple and mine are different.

You get the two connectors which fit into each end of the cooler, these have 3 O rings to seal the coolant and the boost? This is where I had a leak, the las to rings where left off by the technician, so my air was flowing freely.
We just applied small amount of red rubber grease and the two pipes went in and sealed perfect.

If the above is not it, put a pic up.

Yes those are the ones. I will have to find red rubber grease...Did you put the red rubber on the O-rings or on the pipes or both?

Also, did you get those dyno charts where you made ~250 whp? Would love to see those!

[Ryan86]

Fit the O rings, then apply small amount of red rubber grease around the 3 O rings to create a better seal when you fit. You will feel them nice an snug if you try Pull them back slowly.
I personally would not put any glue or sealant in there, as this could cause blockage if any had to come loose.