Help with agency power intercooler install

[RabbidSasquatch]

I was wondering if anyone who installed one had to remove the factory couplers that held the stock intercooler? Or did you guys have to weld the extra metal piece that came in with the kit?

[RabbidSasquatch]

Sorry wrong area to post this, I placed it in the DIY area but if anyone knows how please feel free to respond. Thank you

[ErvGotti]

I have this FMIC and it was completley bolt on except for some cutting, with the couplers they provided. Are you talking about the metal pipe that connects to the charge pipe? If so one of the silicone elbows in the kit connects the FMIC to this pipe and you use the stock elbow from the charge pipe to connect to this. I hope this helps.

[RabbidSasquatch]

Originally Posted by ErvGotti

I have this FMIC and it was completley bolt on except for some cutting, with the couplers they provided. Are you talking about the metal pipe that connects to the charge pipe? If so one of the silicone elbows in the kit connects the FMIC to this pipe and you use the stock elbow from the charge pipe to connect to this. I hope this helps.

It helps for that side but I'm stuck on the passenger side where the turbos are, did you remove that coupler with the metal rings on them and if so how did you?

[JDUni1]

Im pretty sure you have to take a dremel or something like that to buzz those factory clamps/bands off of the piping. Once you get that off, the couplers provided should go right on.

[ErvGotti]

Originally Posted by RabbidSasquatch

It helps for that side but I'm stuck on the passenger side where the turbos are, did you remove that coupler with the metal rings on them and if so how did you?

Yes you have to remove the stock coupling on the pasenger side. I can't remember if it has metal rings on them, but mine came off with no problems. Try spraying it a bit with PB blaster of WD40 to lube it a bit and I believe you have some clamps to loosen. It's been about 2 1/2 years for me so I'm a little groggy on the install.

[RabbidSasquatch]

Originally Posted by ErvGotti

Yes you have to remove the stock coupling on the pasenger side. I can't remember if it has metal rings on them, but mine came off with no problems. Try spraying it a bit with PB blaster of WD40 to lube it a bit and I believe you have some clamps to loosen. It's been about 2 1/2 years for me so I'm a little groggy on the install.

Ya the Wd-40 helped a lot , and thanks for the help I am almost done now, except for that clamp on the passenger side, it wont come off with a screw driver looks like ill just buy a dremel and cut it off.

[RabbidSasquatch]

Originally Posted by JDUni1

Im pretty sure you have to take a dremel or something like that to buzz those factory clamps/bands off of the piping. Once you get that off, the couplers provided should go right on.

Thanks for the advice

[1Fasst1]

Originally Posted by RabbidSasquatch

It helps for that side but I'm stuck on the passenger side where the turbos are, did you remove that coupler with the metal rings on them and if so how did you?

On most aftermarket FMIC the factory clamp at the turbos has to be removed. This can be done by prying carefuly with a screwdriver or the tool of choise a dremel. Be careful not to damage the piping.During installation use the supplied coupler and clamps which usually come with the kit.

[1Fasst1]

BTW : I am unaware of any metal that has to be welded, this is new to me. Most kits install with common hand tools.

[RabbidSasquatch]

Originally Posted by 1Fasst1

BTW : I am unaware of any metal that has to be welded, this is new to me. Most kits install with common hand tools.

Ya I finally figured it out, I wasn't thinking straight lol. The only time I saw welding required was on one of the big Tom FMIC. This install was a pain in the ass though.

[JDUni1]

No problem, did you get her all buttoned up? Any pics? Im thinking about doing the ETS FMIC in the spring.

Originally Posted by RabbidSasquatch

Thanks for the advice

[RabbidSasquatch]

Originally Posted by JDUni1

No problem, did you get her all buttoned up? Any pics? Im thinking about doing the ETS FMIC in the spring.

Ya its installed but now im throwing a p30ff fault code from my accessport

[JDUni1]

I think that is a code that relates to a boost leak. You might want to check to make sure all of your hose clamps are seated correctly, and that your piping is inserted all the way into the couplers. This may clear up the problem.