Uppipe question? TO flex or not to flex
09-24-2003, 05:24 PM
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Uppipe question? TO flex or not to flex
yes, we all know flex is the way to go, but i need power for cheap $ what exactly does the flex help do, i've heard helps oil leaks, but then why do the majority of companies sell nonflex uppipes and people don't complain?
and who would you recommend for an uppipe?
thanks
max
and who would you recommend for an uppipe?
thanks
max
09-24-2003, 05:58 PM
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Flex uppipes are much easier to install. This makes them less prone to gasket leaks, as well as more easily able to soak up heat expansion without stressing the flange connections.
09-24-2003, 08:40 PM
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"power for cheap"
the helix up-pipe/downpipe combo is on sale at www.gruppe-s.com the up-pipe alone is pretty inexpensive and it has a flex joint.
the helix up-pipe/downpipe combo is on sale at www.gruppe-s.com the up-pipe alone is pretty inexpensive and it has a flex joint.
09-25-2003, 12:16 PM
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Originally posted by batmanalan
NEVER DO FLEX! ever.
NEVER DO FLEX! ever.
Originally posted by batmanalan
the stock one doesnt have flex and does it work?
the stock one doesnt have flex and does it work?
09-25-2003, 12:18 PM
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wrong, the stocker is indeed a "flex" uppipe...
Originally posted by batmanalan
NEVER DO FLEX! ever.
the stock one doesnt have flex and does it work?
thank you,
and to all you people that post stuff they just hear and dont know, stop please.
NEVER DO FLEX! ever.
the stock one doesnt have flex and does it work?
thank you,
and to all you people that post stuff they just hear and dont know, stop please.
09-25-2003, 12:50 PM
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i bought the helix uppipe and downpipe this morning, should be on my door step tomorrow (bought from gruppe s, i live real close)
anyone know the difficulty level of isntallnig these pieces?
i bought the helix uppipe and downpipe this morning, should be on my door step tomorrow (bought from gruppe s, i live real close)
anyone know the difficulty level of isntallnig these pieces?
09-25-2003, 01:07 PM
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flex disrupts the turbulence.
stock most def. doesnt have a flex.
does vishnu, txs, godspeed have a flex? NO do they know what they are talking about, yes!
Helix makes a great downpipe, but flexs are useless. If you install it correctly you will have no leaks. Ask anyone that knows what they are talking about, or better yet call gruppe-s and ask them. They'll prob. tell you the same thing.
stock most def. doesnt have a flex.
does vishnu, txs, godspeed have a flex? NO do they know what they are talking about, yes!
Helix makes a great downpipe, but flexs are useless. If you install it correctly you will have no leaks. Ask anyone that knows what they are talking about, or better yet call gruppe-s and ask them. They'll prob. tell you the same thing.
09-25-2003, 01:10 PM
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to answer your question, the uppipe is pretty difficult. You most likely (some exceptions) have to lift your engine, or take off your turbo. It will take a full day and it's nice to have an extra hand. The downpipe is easy because you already took off your stock downpipe to get to the uppipe. Have fun and enjoy the new power.
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09-25-2003, 01:50 PM
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Originally posted by batmanalan
flex disrupts the turbulence.
stock most def. doesnt have a flex.
does vishnu, txs, godspeed have a flex? NO do they know what they are talking about, yes!
flex disrupts the turbulence.
stock most def. doesnt have a flex.
does vishnu, txs, godspeed have a flex? NO do they know what they are talking about, yes!