Bye-bye Samco TBB...
07-23-2003, 10:11 AM
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Then I would have been wrenching the lower part of the bipipe towards the engine with the lower
bolts and using the throttle body as a pivot point. Maybe mine was made incorrectly, but the fit isn't that great. It isn't VM3 bad, but just not perfect.
07-23-2003, 12:19 PM
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So you had the same problem I reported with the Samco TBB over a year ago.
Same exact problem, it doesn't tear, it stretches until it will no longer stay on.
I just use a T boot and change it out for a new one regularily.
I just use a T boot and change it out for a new one regularily.
07-23-2003, 02:39 PM
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By the way on the Bi-Pipe, I have a friend with one that has pinhole leaks in it.
From variations in the wall thickness from the casting process.
So if you do get one, pressure test it before you install it.
So if you do get one, pressure test it before you install it.
07-23-2003, 03:47 PM
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That happened to me too. APR said it was the 1st they've heard of it. What a PITA.
I lost so much money on the install and reinstall, wish I never touched the TBB. My 01 never leaked in the 1st place.
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