even by just buying a universal ebay intercooler piping kit you can do a decent piping set with no leaks... just measure twice and cut once, use the right size AL pipes, couplers and t-bolts (worm claps works just as good)
#1
How much would it cost to have the piping redone by a shop? Did a small segmented boost test on the easiest 3 pipes to reach and every thing leaks bad. Welds and all. Im 18 and don't have the time, knowledge, tools to even attempt selling it up. Was hoping you guys could give me an idea of the cost to have it redone/fixed.
Thanks
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Last edited by CE-13; 05-10-2012 at 05:34 PM.
#2
even by just buying a universal ebay intercooler piping kit you can do a decent piping set with no leaks... just measure twice and cut once, use the right size AL pipes, couplers and t-bolts (worm claps works just as good)
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#3
Agreed.
To the OP:
Are you sure that you are leaking from the welds? You've got quite a few couplers visible in that pic you posted. If you are leaking from the couplers you'd be better served replacing them vs welding. As mentioned by PjS it might be more economical for you to use a universal kit instead of having a ton of welding done to correct whatever problems you have. Maybe you can identify exactly where your leaks are and post a pic showing the exact areas so we can give you more direction.
"OP sounds like a MKIV guy"
#4
yeah its the welds. Im thinking just going to a shop and having them reweld some spots for now. I want to redo the wires and plugs. Any suggestions for an upgrade and what should i gap too? I get misfires/stutter when accelerating 45-65mph. My a/f goes rich, lean, rich , lean, rich, lean when it happens. Maybe a bad injector? (210cc Passat AEB injectors) engine scan says cylinder 2 misfire.
#5
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