DiPricols Installed
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 307
Likes: 0
From: Southern California
DiPricols Installed - Boost Installed Correctly?
I had the DiPricols installed yesterday. (thanks Storm and his Bad *** 4x4)
I had them install the A-Pillar four gauge pod but only had the need for 3 guages at this time. Not sure yet what the 4th guage will be. I am sure I will find a need soon.
Every post I have seen says to drill and tap the elbow for the boost gauge. This shop installed it on the tube (pre-intercooler), exiting the turbo on the top, rear engine compartment. Seems like the boost reads a little high. Does boost drop post-intercooler?
I had them install the A-Pillar four gauge pod but only had the need for 3 guages at this time. Not sure yet what the 4th guage will be. I am sure I will find a need soon.
Every post I have seen says to drill and tap the elbow for the boost gauge. This shop installed it on the tube (pre-intercooler), exiting the turbo on the top, rear engine compartment. Seems like the boost reads a little high. Does boost drop post-intercooler?
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 307
Likes: 0
From: Southern California
Originally Posted by BowTieHatr
boost drops through the intercooler due to normal pressure loss (extra space), and temp is higher pre cooler as well meaning more pressure.
Postmaster
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 3,294
Likes: 1
From: Neptune Beach, FL
Yes you need to move the boost port to the intake elbow. Its not accurate in the Intercooler pipe. I would be advising the shop they made an incorrect install, you want it fixed and a new intercooler pipe as well. You can't patch that hole, not correctly at least. Aluminum is far too thin to get by with a plug.
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 307
Likes: 0
From: Southern California
Originally Posted by Storm
Yes you need to move the boost port to the intake elbow. Its not accurate in the Intercooler pipe. I would be advising the shop they made an incorrect install, you want it fixed and a new intercooler pipe as well. You can't patch that hole, not correctly at least. Aluminum is far too thin to get by with a plug.
I took it back to the shop for three issues today.
1. Boost light didn't work. Wasn't plugged in.
2. Guages weren't hooked up to the dimmer switch.
3. Boost port relocation.
The owner said he would relocate but the reading will not be any different. However, the boost reading was 5 PSI less after the relocation.
I am worried now how they patched the hole. How much is the intercooler pipe?
Elder User
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 614
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by MeyerzF350
I took it back to the shop for three issues today.
1. Boost light didn't work. Wasn't plugged in.
2. Guages weren't hooked up to the dimmer switch.
3. Boost port relocation.
The owner said he would relocate but the reading will not be any different. However, the boost reading was 5 PSI less after the relocation.
I am worried now how they patched the hole. How much is the intercooler pipe?
1. Boost light didn't work. Wasn't plugged in.
2. Guages weren't hooked up to the dimmer switch.
3. Boost port relocation.
The owner said he would relocate but the reading will not be any different. However, the boost reading was 5 PSI less after the relocation.
I am worried now how they patched the hole. How much is the intercooler pipe?
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 307
Likes: 0
From: Southern California
Originally Posted by BobsF350
did you look to see what they did about the hole in the tube?
Trending Topics
Elder User
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 614
Likes: 0
Wow whats the name of the shop where you can find these MENTAL MIDGETS.
I would pull the pipe make a patch and tig weld it on.
I would pull the pipe make a patch and tig weld it on.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals
Joe Kucinski
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Postmaster
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 3,294
Likes: 1
From: Neptune Beach, FL
You could tig weld it, but as thin as that is.. It's not going to take much to heat it up and burn a hole in it.. If it was me, I'd replace it.. However I am a Redneck so I'd run around with a bolt in it LMAO.. Just my crazy mind.. But for your peace of mind, it needs to be replaced..
