Hi All...finally getting around to this...day off...so why not....
Tools needed for install...
Straight slot screwdriver to loosen the 2 band clamps on the Air Cleaner Outlet Duct
8MM socket to loosen the 4 OEM TB fasteners
10MM socket to tighten Steeda TB fasteners
Torque rench for the 89"lb fastener torque
Time of install...less then an hour...really easy.
STEEDA parts...
Before pic...loosen 2 band clamps on Air Cleaner Duct & unsnap the 3 cover clamps...
Air Cleaner cover removed....I also cleaned the air filter with compressed air ....
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct removed...remove vac tube @ 12:00 position from 'H' for ease of relocating duct outta the way.
TB removed...
Steeda spacer, 2 gaskets and 3 fasteners ready to install...4th fastener (lower rear) can be installed once TB is in place due to radiator hose obstructing hole with TB in position shown.
Tighten fasteners in a 'X' pattern with incremental 'hand torque'...then torque to 89"lbs...install duct...install vac tube @ 12:00 position...snap air cleaner cover on and tighten the 2 band clamps...done deal.
Closeup of Steeda TB Spacer...
STBS in 'stealth mode'...taped off surrounding area..Duplicolor blk spray top & front TB & green gaskets so as to have it blend in for a less noticable appearance in an effort to not draw attention @ next oil change to ward off possible 'issues' with warranty....we'll see.
OK...the $64,000 '?'...does it work? Did the install around noon today..washed the car...then took off for Netflix dropoff at the post office..back roads. It 'felt' abit more 'torquey' in 1st & 2nd under 'spirited' acceleration...'appeared' abit more 'responsive'..especially doing 35-40 up Hill St in 5th..when I usually have to downshift to 4th to maintain MPH @ low RPM. I will have to cruz not only backroad (work & back)...but do a hiway run to get a better 'feel' as to a performance improvement. As always...will keep all updated.
Tools needed for install...
Straight slot screwdriver to loosen the 2 band clamps on the Air Cleaner Outlet Duct
8MM socket to loosen the 4 OEM TB fasteners
10MM socket to tighten Steeda TB fasteners
Torque rench for the 89"lb fastener torque
Time of install...less then an hour...really easy.
STEEDA parts...
Before pic...loosen 2 band clamps on Air Cleaner Duct & unsnap the 3 cover clamps...
Air Cleaner cover removed....I also cleaned the air filter with compressed air ....
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct removed...remove vac tube @ 12:00 position from 'H' for ease of relocating duct outta the way.
TB removed...
Steeda spacer, 2 gaskets and 3 fasteners ready to install...4th fastener (lower rear) can be installed once TB is in place due to radiator hose obstructing hole with TB in position shown.
Tighten fasteners in a 'X' pattern with incremental 'hand torque'...then torque to 89"lbs...install duct...install vac tube @ 12:00 position...snap air cleaner cover on and tighten the 2 band clamps...done deal.
Closeup of Steeda TB Spacer...
STBS in 'stealth mode'...taped off surrounding area..Duplicolor blk spray top & front TB & green gaskets so as to have it blend in for a less noticable appearance in an effort to not draw attention @ next oil change to ward off possible 'issues' with warranty....we'll see.
OK...the $64,000 '?'...does it work? Did the install around noon today..washed the car...then took off for Netflix dropoff at the post office..back roads. It 'felt' abit more 'torquey' in 1st & 2nd under 'spirited' acceleration...'appeared' abit more 'responsive'..especially doing 35-40 up Hill St in 5th..when I usually have to downshift to 4th to maintain MPH @ low RPM. I will have to cruz not only backroad (work & back)...but do a hiway run to get a better 'feel' as to a performance improvement. As always...will keep all updated.