Code3 phenolic spacers installation?
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Code3 phenolic spacers installation?
Does anyone know how to install the code3 spacer?
I have Two spacers, four washers, two gaskets, two bolts, and two silicon couplings.
1. Where do i put the gasket? on top or bottom of the spacer?
2. Where so i put the two silicon couplings?
3. What torque on those bolts?
I have Two spacers, four washers, two gaskets, two bolts, and two silicon couplings.
1. Where do i put the gasket? on top or bottom of the spacer?
2. Where so i put the two silicon couplings?
3. What torque on those bolts?
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Does anyone know how to install the code3 spacer?
I have Two spacers, four washers, two gaskets, two bolts, and two silicon couplings.
1. Where do i put the gasket? on top or bottom of the spacer?
2. Where so i put the two silicon couplings?
3. What torque on those bolts?
I have Two spacers, four washers, two gaskets, two bolts, and two silicon couplings.
1. Where do i put the gasket? on top or bottom of the spacer?
2. Where so i put the two silicon couplings?
3. What torque on those bolts?
Anyway, I just did this install recently, albeit the LET version. First thing I noticed about your parts listing - you don't have everything you need, unless C3P's phenolic spacers are a different design, because you need 4 MB gaskets... one above and one below each side's spacer and washers. Maybe it's intended for you to re-use the stock ones? Generally speaking, that usually is never advised... it's too cheap and easy to just replace all with new.
I have no idea what the silicon couplings are for... my guess, however, is to replace the stock intercooler y-pipe's rubber hoses.
Torque on the bolts should be just under 15 ft-lbs - they don't take much. If you have a smaller torque wrench with in-lbs, it would be 177 in-lbs, or 20 Nm.
Sounds like you've purchased most of the products C3P offers for the C32 - are you still having difficulty reaching Brandon?
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I'm assuming that, since you're asking, you didn't receive any instructions
Anyway, I just did this install recently, albeit the LET version. First thing I noticed about your parts listing - you don't have everything you need, unless C3P's phenolic spacers are a different design, because you need 4 MB gaskets... one above and one below each side's spacer and washers. Maybe it's intended for you to re-use the stock ones? Generally speaking, that usually is never advised.......
Sounds like you've purchased most of the products C3P offers for the C32 - are you still having difficulty reaching Brandon?
Anyway, I just did this install recently, albeit the LET version. First thing I noticed about your parts listing - you don't have everything you need, unless C3P's phenolic spacers are a different design, because you need 4 MB gaskets... one above and one below each side's spacer and washers. Maybe it's intended for you to re-use the stock ones? Generally speaking, that usually is never advised.......
Sounds like you've purchased most of the products C3P offers for the C32 - are you still having difficulty reaching Brandon?
Yes! i can't reach this guys. He doesn't even respond any e-mails. When i placed my order one months ago, i stated that i need the instructions on how to install your parts. So far, all i have is incomplete shipment and troubles with the spacer. I even have to look up other post on installing the intake from code3.
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Does anyone know how to install the code3 spacer?
I have Two spacers, four washers, two gaskets, two bolts, and two silicon couplings.
1. Where do i put the gasket? on top or bottom of the spacer?
2. Where so i put the two silicon couplings?
3. What torque on those bolts? and where do they go?
Any Pictures????
I have Two spacers, four washers, two gaskets, two bolts, and two silicon couplings.
1. Where do i put the gasket? on top or bottom of the spacer?
2. Where so i put the two silicon couplings?
3. What torque on those bolts? and where do they go?
Any Pictures????
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Also would like to know the answer to this. I was going to put the gasket below the spacer but not %100 sure. Can anyone chime in on this? I pulled off the old coupling and will replace it with the C3 one. Ill let you know if it works -but I imagine its longer than the original in order to compensate for the added thickness of the spacer.
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That is waht is required, NO options here guys. And yes, that is what I did for mine. They are really cheap from the stealer, about $9 each. GET 4 Total, or you will end up with a leak.
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Whats up with Code 3? Im glad I didnt order anything from him. I am hearing similiar things from a person in Germany that ordered parts.
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The only remotely possible reason I can foresee for this, is that C3P might expect you to reuse the 2 stock gaskets you already have, assuming they look to be in okay condition. i.e. leave the stock gaskets on the intake, then place the spacers and washers, and add a new gasket on top. If I were you, I'd buy two more, and use 4 new ones, like I mentioned earlier.
As for the two bolts you have - my guess (and it's just a guess) is that you need new front bolts (i.e. closest ones to the front bumper) because of the thickness of the C3P spacer... IIRC, it's twice as thick as the other versions on the market. Your stock bolts are three different sizes - you'll notice, once you've started the install.
Good luck... sorry to hear that you're having post-sale customer service issues - hopefully that is rectified for you in a timely fashion.
As for the two bolts you have - my guess (and it's just a guess) is that you need new front bolts (i.e. closest ones to the front bumper) because of the thickness of the C3P spacer... IIRC, it's twice as thick as the other versions on the market. Your stock bolts are three different sizes - you'll notice, once you've started the install.
Good luck... sorry to hear that you're having post-sale customer service issues - hopefully that is rectified for you in a timely fashion.
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The only remotely possible reason I can foresee for this, is that C3P might expect you to reuse the 2 stock gaskets you already have, assuming they look to be in okay condition. i.e. leave the stock gaskets on the intake, then place the spacers and washers, and add a new gasket on top. If I were you, I'd buy two more, and use 4 new ones, like I mentioned earlier.
As for the two bolts you have - my guess (and it's just a guess) is that you need new front bolts (i.e. closest ones to the front bumper) because of the thickness of the C3P spacer... IIRC, it's twice as thick as the other versions on the market. Your stock bolts are three different sizes - you'll notice, once you've started the install.
Good luck... sorry to hear that you're having post-sale customer service issues - hopefully that is rectified for you in a timely fashion.
As for the two bolts you have - my guess (and it's just a guess) is that you need new front bolts (i.e. closest ones to the front bumper) because of the thickness of the C3P spacer... IIRC, it's twice as thick as the other versions on the market. Your stock bolts are three different sizes - you'll notice, once you've started the install.
Good luck... sorry to hear that you're having post-sale customer service issues - hopefully that is rectified for you in a timely fashion.
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Does anyone know how to install the code3 spacer?
I have Two spacers, four washers, two gaskets, two bolts, and two silicon couplings.
1. Where do i put the gasket? on top or bottom of the spacer?
2. Where so i put the two silicon couplings?
3. What torque on those bolts? and where do they go?
Any Pictures????
I have Two spacers, four washers, two gaskets, two bolts, and two silicon couplings.
1. Where do i put the gasket? on top or bottom of the spacer?
2. Where so i put the two silicon couplings?
3. What torque on those bolts? and where do they go?
Any Pictures????
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1) I started by putting on the coupling and clamps and getting them in place first. Next I started to bolt everything down. This pic shows the gaskets and spacers with a test fit prior to being screwed down.
2) One more Note: I replaced my lower oem gaskets -part# 112 098 00 80 Thanks to Splinter's post.
3) This shows the bolt placement.. the first (black) one is provided by Code3. I found it easier to screw the first one down to hold the tank and then focus on middle and rear.
4)This shows the spacers for the outside screws in place.
2) One more Note: I replaced my lower oem gaskets -part# 112 098 00 80 Thanks to Splinter's post.
3) This shows the bolt placement.. the first (black) one is provided by Code3. I found it easier to screw the first one down to hold the tank and then focus on middle and rear.
4)This shows the spacers for the outside screws in place.
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Need all new Bolts for Phenolic Spacers??
Now that I am getting into the spacer project NOW, enlighten me. Do you need ALL NEW longer bolts and are they provided from either LET or Code III or are the stock ones enough??
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Two tips - use the stock gasket as a template to get the bends right in your new gaskets, and start with the bolts closest to the supercharger before doing the two that use the washers. Good luck - when mine were installed, the driver side went easy, and then had a heck of a time getting the passenger side plenum to line up just right... overall it's a pretty easy install, though, once you have instructions. Good luck!
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