FSP: Stillen Supercharger Installation

LiquidZ · 08-10-2010, 10:15 AM

How are the intakes secured? From all of the pictures I have seen, it looks as if they are hanging there.

Chris@FsP · 08-10-2010, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by LiquidZ

How are the intakes secured? From all of the pictures I have seen, it looks as if they are hanging there.

They are not supported by a bracket or anything, but once all of the hose clamps are tightened down, it is pretty secure. The tubing is so short and the assembly is so light that I suppose Stillen didn't see a need for a support piece.

LiquidZ · 08-10-2010, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Chris@FsP

They are not supported by a bracket or anything, but once all of the hose clamps are tightened down, it is pretty secure. The tubing is so short and the assembly is so light that I suppose Stillen didn't see a need for a support piece.

That is scary IMO. I can easily see something coming loose or a hose coupler failing after repeated impacts from pot-holes or bumps taken at speed.

I'm an engineer by day, and I don't care how light-weight something is, it still needs support. The fact of the matter is that that the intake still has weight, and that weight is positioned a few inches from that coupling, which causes a bending moment. I don't see why Stillen wouldn't take the extra effort to ensure it is secure? It just seems lazy to me...

Thanks for answering my question, FSP. The install does look good though.

weiboy718 · 08-10-2010, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by LiquidZ

That is scary IMO. I can easily see something coming loose or a hose coupler failing after repeated impacts from pot-holes or bumps taken at speed.

I'm an engineer by day, and I don't care how light-weight something is, it still needs support. The fact of the matter is that that the intake still has weight, and that weight is positioned a few inches from that coupling, which causes a bending moment. I don't see why Stillen wouldn't take the extra effort to ensure it is secure? It just seems lazy to me...

Thanks for answering my question, FSP. The install does look good though.

I'm not sure about you guys but mines came with a plate that prevents the Intake from falling.

LateralG'z · 08-10-2010, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by LiquidZ

That is scary IMO. I can easily see something coming loose or a hose coupler failing after repeated impacts from pot-holes or bumps taken at speed.

I'm an engineer by day, and I don't care how light-weight something is, it still needs support. The fact of the matter is that that the intake still has weight, and that weight is positioned a few inches from that coupling, which causes a bending moment. I don't see why Stillen wouldn't take the extra effort to ensure it is secure? It just seems lazy to me...

Thanks for answering my question, FSP. The install does look good though.

What kind of an engineer?

LiquidZ · 08-10-2010, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by LateralG'z

What kind of an engineer?

Civil.

LateralG'z · 08-10-2010, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by LiquidZ

Civil.

Do you do roads and street layout or building calcs etc... Seismic perhaps?
okay back on topic sorry Chris

LiquidZ · 08-10-2010, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by LateralG'z

Do you do roads and street layout or building calcs etc... Seismic perhaps?
okay back on topic sorry Chris

Nope. I'm working with a firm dealing primarily with some major construction projects for the local wastewater plants.

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