Lower intercooler hose came off

[jmstalke]

So, I was changing my trans fluid and when I went to refill I noticed the lower intercooler pipe was crushed and the clamp had slipped off creating and air gap at the intercooler. I know the pictures are horrible but it's the best my phone would take. Car seems to run fine after I took the hose off, cleaned everything up and redid the clamps. Anyone know what type of damage could be lurking? Or if it runs good now am I in the clear?

 

[Majestic]

I'd get rid of those worm-drive clamps and get some Breeze clamps. But otherwise, if the car is running fine and not throwing any codes, you are probably fine.

 

[jmstalke]

I figured the EPP hot pipes kit I just bought from another member here would fix it up too I was worried about it causing damage to the turbo that wouldn't be obvious to a turbo newbie like me.

 

[SM105K]

It is fine. The car will just feel down on power. You seemed to fix it. When you install the EEP kit, make sure the mating areas are clean, and I would spray the couplers with hairspray. The hairspray will be a lubricant at first, and when it dries it will lock the couplers and charge pipes together better.

 

[jmstalke]

Dang, that's a good idea... Thanks bro!

 

[SM105K]

Dang, that's a good idea... Thanks bro!

Also have fun with the rear coupler and installing it onto the rear turbo.

I suggest removing all extra wrenches from the area. You might be prone to getting upset and throwing them. I would suggest listening to music that will keep you calm and collected, and I would have a good strong drink before and after the rear coupler install.

With that, I wish you good luck.

 

[jmstalke]

So it's a Jimmy Buffett plus a few Margaritas day drinking type of project... Noted. Thanks again for all of the advice/help.

 

[kryptto]

I suggest removing all extra wrenches from the area. You might be prone to getting upset and throwing them.

The unfortunate reason I have avoided this.

 

[kryptto]

The unfortunate reason I have avoided this.

@SM105K with a lift not a walk under but one that we can easily get clearance make it any easier?

 

[SM105K]

@SM105K with a lift not a walk under but one that we can easily get clearance make it any easier?

Nominal........

 

[kryptto]

Ugh

Nominal........