DIY: STILLEN G3 Intakes

Originally Posted by sdb3641

Just installed mine yesterday with my son. Not as easy as I thought (took about 4 hours) but that's coming from a guy who has never taken a bumper off in his life.

I did not remove the engine cover or cross bar either. (didnt have deep sockets and didnt want to go to sears to get them)

It wasnt too bad although I'm scared to death I did something wrong somewhere and I'll find out about it sometime in the next month while I'm driving.......

Hopefully not!!

I placed a piece of hose over the AC line and taped it in place. I guess when I have someone install my HFC's and CBE I'll take the bumper off again and check for any wear.

I will say that I noticed a difference when driving. Second gear, at 3500-4000 RPM was impressive. I don't have numbers to back it up, but it sure felt faster. (traction control light came on a well)

Originally Posted by Snakes709

you what, what, in the what, what? lol. Please explain that better...you shouldnt have to tape anything, if so...u might have issues in the future. Also u dont need a deep socket to take the strut bar and engine cover off, a simple 10mm and 14mm socket will do

Originally Posted by bucketman

I just pulled a Gen3 off of a friends car.....just in time. The drivers side tube was wearing thru the a/c line. I guess over time the tube will shift or the original installer didn't cut the hole tight enough. A little piece of rubber hose over the a/c line sounds like cheap insurance. Attachment 10762