Tip for RiffRaffs' FRX install...
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Tip for RiffRaffs' FRX install...
It might've been said but I thought I would share my findings.I got an FRX from Clay at RRE this year,but after looking at the plugs and what could be involved in the install I decided to wait till I got home to do it.I've heard some guys say to use vise grips,7mm open end wrench,and a couple other ways to remove the plugs in the fuel rails,but I found that a 1/4in drive,"8point" 5/16 socket,8" extension and a swivel worked perfect,it didn't slip and I didn't have to use any PB Blaster...again,I just thought I would share....Phil
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I am running in to an issue though,when I installed the boss fittings in the heads,they didn't seat down all the way,they didn't "bottom out",are they supposed to?...anybody..
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They are 1/8" NPT (tapered thread) and should not be bottomed out to be tight.
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Thanks Roland,does about 1/2 way down sound right,it seems they would go a little lower,they got tight pretty quick,but I know the thread sealant has a little to do with that,but appreciate the thoughts...
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Thanks,I guess I'll just button it all up and check for leaks,I was scared to wrench on the bosses too much,I remember Cory telling me a story about one stripping out...I'll post back in a while though.
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It might've been said but I thought I would share my findings.I got an FRX from Clay at RRE this year,but after looking at the plugs and what could be involved in the install I decided to wait till I got home to do it.I've heard some guys say to use vise grips,7mm open end wrench,and a couple other ways to remove the plugs in the fuel rails,but I found that a 1/4in drive,"8point" 5/16 socket,8" extension and a swivel worked perfect,it didn't slip and I didn't have to use any PB Blaster...again,I just thought I would share....Phil
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