what does this product do to aluminum, im having my truck worked on and they left the intake manifold in the parts washer for a day would that damage
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I wouldn't use this product on aluminum at all... I did it and spots/blotches occurred!!!
1475024
Actually it is a extends a good distance from the motor and allows a cleaner path to the tbi I went with it because of that and the aluminum removes heat better. The stock filtration system I don't to great if you know any thing about physics and flow it is an improvement but it isn't velocity stacks and the first thing I did was junked the filter and went foam element. Jmo
479996
It comes with all the gaskets required to replace this manifold. The lower intake stays in place and remains untouched during the R&R; of the upper intake. I would recommend spending the extra few hours replacing the lower manifold gasket as you are half way there anyway!
349374
Yes it wont harm anything and will help prevent gasket problems. Thats my experience.
39261
I have taken my Ecoboost in to the dealership both chipped and air intake installed. I had some 4wd parts replaced and at that time they said that unless the parts cause damage, then it's no big deal to them. I guess it's really your attitude when you go in there as well as what is damaged that your trying to repaired. Use your best judgement. If you chipped your truck in such a manner that it required premium fuel and you used regular instead and it caused problems... Un chip it before you take it back into the dealer at the least. I have never heard of problems arising from installing a K&N. Just keep it clean.
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my advice: stay away from this item: its a piece of cheap plastic that will be broken all the time. my truck gone to trush after few bad runs, engine stoped to start and weels and axels where broken all the time without reason. stay away from it, or else you are going to waste your money.
68033
Hello. This kit is not for cleaning intake. Intake cleaner is a different setup.
718888
It welds aluminum fine . Ive done several jobs with it for aluminum, all small stuff nothing over 1/8 thickness .never had a problem with the machine just takes a few trys to find the sweet spot for the balance and frequency
1273546
The aluminum bits will not hurt plastic. My Saturn had a plastic tank too. Think of it as more like glitter. When heated and running through a small leak it gets caught and eventually blocks the leak. My car took two applications for a minor leak, but it has been good since (about 6 months). Hope this helps.
653465
No, it will leak out of the vent hole on the filler cap, and probably out of the plastic gauge. Be prepared to do some heavy lifting after it's filled. I use the front end loader on my tractor to get it off my truck.Al
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Sometimes if your wall is not perfectly flat and if the screws are too tight it can rack the aluminum channel a little. Try loosening the screws just a very little and see if that helps. If not, then you might want to try a lubricant such as wax and see if that helps. Beyond that information I do not have any other experience. Ours got better after several uses. Good Luck.
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I would use this or some other sealant in a case where a replacement part is not available, but otherwise, you could probably pick up a used manifold at a salvage yard for under $50 and do the job the right way. I've learned that in the end, shortcuts rarely save any time or money.
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Remember never to dish wash exposed aluminum, the detergent will rust and dull the metal. What you can do is to polish it very well with some steel wool and soap. It should get back to its original shine.
1899801
This product cannot be used on aluminum. It will ruin the metal. Check first what metal is used and if it is not aluminum, you should be fine.
1895043
I just installed this in my 2000 4.0L Cherokee. It is factory replacement. It includes the transmission cooler as well. It is all aluminum.
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I dont think anyone would be using them on return plus it wont be effective on return side .Its best to use it on intake. I am using them from past 13 months and aluminum coils still shine as the new one.
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I would keep this stuff well away from fiberglass or plastic, it is for removing paint from aluminum. That said, it does a great job at removing paint from aluminum.