Re:Why I don't like PVC tubes on my intake

From: GSWillhite (GSWillhite@ualr.edu)
Date: Tue Sep 19 2000 - 14:28:16 EDT


That why I have a metal tube with insulation. Many
muffler places with be happy to do a custom bend,
fab etc.
;)

GS -

>
> This a repost that I buried in another thread and saw no
> response. I think it might be interesting to some of you so I
> gave it its own subject.
>
> There is one serious thing to consider when using PVC fittings
> and pipe on the intake. If it shatters in an accident pieces can
> easily get sucked into the intake and melt in your heads and on
> your cylinder walls and rings causing instant friction.
> Something to think about as this would likely require a rebuild.
> An ABS plastic would be much better (like stock air box etc)
> doesn't shatter nearly as easily (abs = antiballistic something;
> i.e. shock resistant). No idea where you'd get it in the shape
> you want though. I think I will go with the metal then insulate
> it.
>
> Marty



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