imported_sky0901

install a strut bar, now it's rubbing with my short ram intake


i want to put somthing in between, but when i touch the strut bar it's very hot, so what stuffs i can use put in between?


thanks

here's some pics

Double_B

You have the SRI that loops up then down because you have a D16Y7 engine. I would suggest seeing if you can get the coupler holder between the SRI and the intake manifold changed so that it angles it lower and clears your Strut bar better.

Check here and see what I mean.

http://www.teknotik.com/product_sect...form.php?id=63

See if that works for you. I know, I had the same problem with mine to the point where it would actually dent it.

imported_sky0901

but which one should get from that site?
thanks

Double_B

I think with the pipe you have, you may have to cut it. I would give Teknotiks a call or even go see them and figure out what you need to do in order to get it to work.

imported_sky0901

alright, i'll go later today

thanks for the help

civicnation

id recommend getting a whole new intake that is designed specifically for the d16y7 because it should allow the adequate clearance for a strut tower bar. no point in paying 40$ for that coupler when you can get an entire new intake system with filter (aftermarket) for that price.

id look into the proper intake system instead of that coupler.

Double_B

I believe he has the proper one, the problem is, they are not made to be used with the strut bar in mind because of how they loop. The EK Y7 intake manifold imo is such a dumb design compared to all the other engines. Having said that, he will always have either a rubbing problem or it being very close to the strut bar. Other option is to remove the strut bar. I am sure the one you have is really just a cosmetic item anyways.

imported_hdave

isnt there any thick rubber he can put there?
like the hosing stuff from rad hose or something like that

just a little peice where its touching

imported_mikepasini

that's exactly what i would do... something a little resistant to heat of course if your strut bar is getting hot...

imported_sky0901

yes my strut bar is very hot

btw, i'll take some pics later today

thanks

civicnation

i had a strut bar and a proper y7 intake and it cleared the strut bar fine.

imported_Dawson

my 05 is the same it makes the whole car shake its annoying the best thing to do imo is if you got some "fabrication skills" mod the brakets so the strut bar sit another .1-.2 inchs forward

imported_phuviano

That's why with 7thgens the neuspeed bar is your best choice, not generic, and not the DC one (cause it sucks).

szuberi

Brian...you are right about the manifold design...WTF....whats the harm in putting the opening on the side instead of it being opening upward.

I'll go with what Harsh said...a piece of rubber that will prevent both the rubbing and the heating.

imported_BoOsTd

dont waste your time with couplings, just take out the old hacksaw and cutter down... Thats what I did and it works fine now, no rubbage.... beleive me it takes like 15 mins. just take off like a quarter inch or so..., the cut doesnt even have to look nice since the rubber boot covers it... just make sure you clean up the metal shaveings well inside the pipe or else your engine will suck them in.

civicnation

^ that sounds like a great alternative to wasting $40, lol

imported_sky0901

updated with pics

thanks for the help