9krpmrx8's Boost Build Thread
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So, what do you recommend then? Worm clamps? Everything I read recommends T bolt clamps.
What about these?
http://www.hylomarusa.com/Bentley_Ho...s/Turbo_Clamps
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I dont think you will ever have a problem with a good quality T-hose clamp.
I like the Bentely one you posted!
Check these ones out:
#1: http://www.hosetechniques.com/index....index&cPath=13
#2: http://www.summitracing.com/search/B.../?autoview=SKU
#3: http://www.summitracing.com/search/B.../?autoview=SKU
I like the Bentely one you posted!
Check these ones out:
#1: http://www.hosetechniques.com/index....index&cPath=13
#2: http://www.summitracing.com/search/B.../?autoview=SKU
#3: http://www.summitracing.com/search/B.../?autoview=SKU
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^^ I use those Comp Cams Gator Band hose clamps from Summit Racing and they not only work great, but they are an excellent value too. Properly tightened with clean mating surfaces you are not going to blow off a silicone hose anywhere in the range of turbo boost that a Renesis engine is likely to experience. With t-bolt clamps you have to be careful not to overtighten them because they will distort lightweight tube piping into an oval shape if you do.
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wow, discussion and search for t-bolt clamps? hahah! we're seeing everything in this thread except actual work. ![Rofl](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/rofl.gif)
Just kidding man! Just teasing ya. You know you'll need to make a 2nd build thread when the actual work begins. lol
My take on clamps:
If you tighten t-bolts on a straight section of a pipe/coupler, it'll be fine. If you tighten them on a a bit of a curved section (like those with Turbo usually have to do at the throttle body) then it's more likely to leak. Nothing cranking down on the t-bolt won't solve, although be careful if you have thin piping, like vibrant aluminum pipes, very easy to bend them with T-bolts. You also need to match the specific clamp size for the pipe.
Worm/band clamps go on tight, but most of the generic ones can cut into the couplers due to the screw section being exposed. They can go on crooked but seal pretty well. They are also easier to work and work on a range of sizes. I actually use worm clamps throughout my setup except for what is seen in the engine bay.
![Rofl](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/rofl.gif)
Just kidding man! Just teasing ya. You know you'll need to make a 2nd build thread when the actual work begins. lol
My take on clamps:
If you tighten t-bolts on a straight section of a pipe/coupler, it'll be fine. If you tighten them on a a bit of a curved section (like those with Turbo usually have to do at the throttle body) then it's more likely to leak. Nothing cranking down on the t-bolt won't solve, although be careful if you have thin piping, like vibrant aluminum pipes, very easy to bend them with T-bolts. You also need to match the specific clamp size for the pipe.
Worm/band clamps go on tight, but most of the generic ones can cut into the couplers due to the screw section being exposed. They can go on crooked but seal pretty well. They are also easier to work and work on a range of sizes. I actually use worm clamps throughout my setup except for what is seen in the engine bay.
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I dont think you will ever have a problem with a good quality T-hose clamp.
I like the Bentely one you posted!
Check these ones out:
#1: http://www.hosetechniques.com/index....index&cPath=13
#2: http://www.summitracing.com/search/B.../?autoview=SKU
#3: http://www.summitracing.com/search/B.../?autoview=SKU
I like the Bentely one you posted!
Check these ones out:
#1: http://www.hosetechniques.com/index....index&cPath=13
#2: http://www.summitracing.com/search/B.../?autoview=SKU
#3: http://www.summitracing.com/search/B.../?autoview=SKU
^^ I use those Comp Cams Gator Band hose clamps from Summit Racing and they not only work great, but they are an excellent value too. Properly tightened with clean mating surfaces you are not going to blow off a silicone hose anywhere in the range of turbo boost that a Renesis engine is likely to experience. With t-bolt clamps you have to be careful not to overtighten them because they will distort lightweight tube piping into an oval shape if you do.
wow, discussion and search for t-bolt clamps? hahah! we're seeing everything in this thread except actual work. ![Rofl](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/rofl.gif)
Just kidding man! Just teasing ya. You know you'll need to make a 2nd build thread when the actual work begins. lol
My take on clamps:
If you tighten t-bolts on a straight section of a pipe/coupler, it'll be fine. If you tighten them on a a bit of a curved section (like those with Turbo usually have to do at the throttle body) then it's more likely to leak. Nothing cranking down on the t-bolt won't solve, although be careful if you have thin piping, like vibrant aluminum pipes, very easy to bend them with T-bolts. You also need to match the specific clamp size for the pipe.
Worm/band clamps go on tight, but most of the generic ones can cut into the couplers due to the screw section being exposed. They can go on crooked but seal pretty well. They are also easier to work and work on a range of sizes. I actually use worm clamps throughout my setup except for what is seen in the engine bay.
![Rofl](https://www.rx8club.com/images/smilies/rofl.gif)
Just kidding man! Just teasing ya. You know you'll need to make a 2nd build thread when the actual work begins. lol
My take on clamps:
If you tighten t-bolts on a straight section of a pipe/coupler, it'll be fine. If you tighten them on a a bit of a curved section (like those with Turbo usually have to do at the throttle body) then it's more likely to leak. Nothing cranking down on the t-bolt won't solve, although be careful if you have thin piping, like vibrant aluminum pipes, very easy to bend them with T-bolts. You also need to match the specific clamp size for the pipe.
Worm/band clamps go on tight, but most of the generic ones can cut into the couplers due to the screw section being exposed. They can go on crooked but seal pretty well. They are also easier to work and work on a range of sizes. I actually use worm clamps throughout my setup except for what is seen in the engine bay.
Thanks guys!
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You guys think this piece will work to put the filter across the front of the crash bar? I think so but I wonder if it's too long.
http://store.max-redline.com/servlet...Pipe-90/Detail
I am thinking this made of nitril may be better.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/TNT-30190/?rtype=10
http://store.max-redline.com/servlet...Pipe-90/Detail
I am thinking this made of nitril may be better.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/TNT-30190/?rtype=10
Last edited by 9krpmrx8; 04-23-2011 at 08:00 PM.
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and this with a big filter
http://www.turbohoses.com/velocity_stack.htm
Personally I would make it 3.5" OD as far as possible to the turbo inlet ....
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http://www.turbohoses.com/velocity_stack.htm
Personally I would make it 3.5" OD as far as possible to the turbo inlet ....
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Last edited by TeamRX8; 04-24-2011 at 10:36 PM.
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Awesome, that is great. Now I need to measure. Too bad I spent the weekend wrenching on my fathers XJ installing a new transfer case instead of working on this.
I need a couple of hump hoses too.
Last edited by 9krpmrx8; 04-24-2011 at 10:43 PM.
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Yeah I will use that pipe and parts of the AEM. I am going to tray an use a WIX paper filter for a 6.0 GMC or the like if I can, I really don't want to use a K&N type unless I have too.
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and this with a big filter
http://www.turbohoses.com/velocity_stack.htm
Personally I would make it 3.5" OD as far as possible to the turbo inlet ....
.
http://www.turbohoses.com/velocity_stack.htm
Personally I would make it 3.5" OD as far as possible to the turbo inlet ....
.
Ah, I missed this post.
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Worth noting that the pipework/inter cooler on the Greddy kit is fine to 300 ish whp ,so unless you plan to significantly go above that level money spent on upgrading that part of the kit is wasted . The only bits I would touch are the turbo inlet pipe (if you have a bigger compressor wheel) and the perhaps the turbo outlet if it wasn't such a PIA to modify .
Last edited by Brettus; 04-25-2011 at 01:37 AM.