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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 08:14 PM
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Yes I know, but mine was fabricated by Maxchichon for a much better price.
Well then, Maxchichon when you put these up for sale let me know.
 
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 08:19 PM
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Well then, Maxchichon when you put these up for sale let me know.
Just contact Max via PM.
 
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 08:25 PM
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I'm inspired by psuperti's engine bay!! - Now l need to paint my airboxes and engine cover Aero Blue to match the Crossfire.



 
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 08:27 PM
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Brian you've done a very nice job. It looks GREAT. How hard are the silver hose covers to put on?
 
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 08:44 PM
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Brian you've done a very nice job. It looks GREAT. How hard are the silver hose covers to put on?
It's actually really easy - I used the Stainless Steel Braided Kit from Spectre (P/N 7498) that was on sale at Kragen for $43. I needed extra hose covers for the intercooler lines and vacuum lines so I purchased a few more rolls direct from Spectre. I covered every hose for less then $100.

I used electrical tape to secure the ends (they get covered by the hose clamps) but then switched to the metal foil tape I purchased when I wrapped my intercooler. Wear some mechanic gloves (but you'll still get poked a few times) I used a old set of Fisker scissors to cut the braid to size. Purchase some good hose clamps to replace the OEM squeeze type.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2008 | 05:39 AM
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[quote=BrianBrave]It's actually really easy - I used the Stainless Steel Braided Kit from Spectre (P/N 7498) that was on sale at Kragen for $43. quote]

I assume you have to disconnect the hoses first? If so what fluids to you have to refill?
 
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Old Jun 8, 2008 | 09:10 PM
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I assume you have to disconnect the hoses first? If so what fluids to you have to refill?
Yes - you need to remove the hoses you wish to cover and then refill with engine coolant when your done - (distilled water & Anti-freeze)
 
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Old Jun 21, 2008 | 11:57 AM
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I don't want to bore you with more of my engine bling, but I have one more modification.
Max (maxcichon) suggested a change for my intake covers, and I agreed with him. He's fabricated rounded covers for me. Take a look. I think Max did a fantastic job again.

Thanks Max.

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Old Jun 21, 2008 | 01:23 PM
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Looks great FP!

But....I see a fingerprint on the chrome.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2008 | 03:09 PM
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Looks great FP!

But....I see a fingerprint on the chrome.
Where, where where
 
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Old Jun 21, 2008 | 04:43 PM
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Here's mine, nothing real special except you don't see all the relay's & wiring that turns off fuse's 17 & 18, for the fans, HE temp gauge, wiring for the LED indicator lights or the seperate circuit to turn on the I/C pump.
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Old Jun 21, 2008 | 04:47 PM
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Here is a picture of my engine bay, I have a few changes that will be made....will post new pics when done.


I really like the intakes that you have on here...I looked on Spectre Performance's website and they don't have a Crossfire application (that I could find at least). What was the P/N or application you used? I'm guessing they somehow bolt up to the stock airbox and you just removed the panel filters? Did the application come with filters or are those K&N's or something? Any information would be great!! Thanks!!

Does anyone else have a similar setup by a different manufacturer?
 
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Old Jun 21, 2008 | 04:49 PM
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Here's mine, nothing real special except you don't see all the relay's & wiring that turns off fuse's 17 & 18, for the fans, HE temp gauge, wiring for the LED indicator lights or the seperate circuit to turn on the I/C pump.
Clean and neat. A businesslike 'bay. Thumbs up!
 
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Old Jun 21, 2008 | 05:26 PM
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Here's mine, nothing real special except you don't see all the relay's & wiring that turns off fuse's 17 & 18, for the fans, HE temp gauge, wiring for the LED indicator lights or the seperate circuit to turn on the I/C pump.
Steve, I like what you've done.
 
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Old Jun 22, 2008 | 05:58 AM
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Steve, I like what you've done.
You & Brian sure do have a lot of bling going on, I love chrome & bling.
 
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Old Jun 24, 2008 | 04:25 AM
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Here's my engine bling.

Thanks again Max (Maxcichon). Nice workmanship. The rest of the pics are in my gallery.
 
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Old Jun 24, 2008 | 05:01 AM
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Here's my engine bling.

Thanks again Max (Maxcichon). Nice workmanship. The rest of the pics are in my gallery.
Thanks, buddy!

You have to bend the negative battery cable DOWN 90 degrees to clear the edge of the cover. You don't want it to abrade through!

Lookin' good!
 
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Old Jun 24, 2008 | 09:08 AM
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Here's my engine bling.

Thanks again Max (Maxcichon). Nice workmanship. The rest of the pics are in my gallery.
Very nice Manny, do as Max tells you with the battery cable. He does great work for a reasonable price, doesn't he?
 
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Old Jun 24, 2008 | 09:14 AM
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Geez FP........in post 89, the second picture..........is that a scratch I see on your fender?!?!?!
 
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Old Jun 24, 2008 | 09:24 AM
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Originally Posted by BrianBrave
I'm inspired by psuperti's engine bay!! - Now l need to paint my airboxes and engine cover Aero Blue to match the Crossfire.




where did you get those chrome tubes and pipes from? (I have no idea what to call them) i love the look!
 
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