You still need to be careful of the materials you use in making your intake.
Plastics are okay but they have to endure engine temperatures, some of which
are hotter than hot water. Some plastics, such as PVC, may give off noxious
fumes, under certain heat extremes. A lot of people have used this on their
Dakotas and have not had a problem. Obviously, someone has run into these
problems in other applications. That's why the warnings. Metals are also
okay but some retain and dissipate heat differently than others. While
metals can take the heat, heated air is not what you want going to your
engine so choosing the correct metal for your intake pipe is crucial.
Ron
00 SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
For modifications see my DML Profile
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Marty Galyean
Sent: Sunday, November 05, 2000 8:42 AM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: Re: DML: Re: Homebrew Intakes
You mean the ribbed rubber thing (no chuckles please)?
The air flow in that thing has to be a mess. Smooth walls are better.
David A wrote:
>
> OK,has anyone figured out,that as you are driving,the cooler air,entering
> the pipe,will keep it cool enough?..
>
> Is this just for the homemade ones,or does this affect the same ones
> currently selling on E-bay?
>
> Im going to go look at the factory hose tubing that runs from the
> Restrictive air box to the GenIII Air Hat...now,why couldnt this be
> used?...why noy just buy some of this,or go to a junk yard.
>
> Also,i'm going to look at some plumbing shops..If it can handle hot water
up
> to 140 degrees,then.....
>
> Somebody respond to this...
> My kit from E-bay arrives on Thursday..
>
> Digger
>
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