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Apr 19, 2008 | 10:01 AM

DieselCamper01

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Intercooler Boot Sizes

I have done some searching but cannot find the answer to my question. Are all the boots that connect to the spider the same size? I was going to order the kit from Dieselsite but they are on back order. I thought I might try to buy some tubing from Napa or a marine store instead. Any thoughts? Good idea, bad idea? Are they 3"? Mine seems to measure about 2 7/8" but not sure how critical this might be.
Thanks in advance.

Apr 19, 2008 | 10:08 AM

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If you're looking for a full replacement set of IC boots, Mr Bob makes a good set (I think Diesel Power installed a set) Can't help on size but here's their website Mr. Bob's Distributing - Roadmaster Active Suspension, ATS, AFE Filters, Mag-Hytech, Odyssey Batterys, and more.

Apr 19, 2008 | 10:24 AM

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Thanks Mini Me!LOL I am trying to get away from the silicone based boots as they have proved to be unreliable. They get soft and stretch easily over time.

Apr 19, 2008 | 10:27 AM

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what are you thinking about switching to? i've got all my pipes and spider off right now painting them (In the old toy haha danger ranger) and if its smarter to switch to some new boots, i might do that.

Apr 19, 2008 | 10:57 AM

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if you can get 3" marine hose..you can cut them down and use them for all 4 on the spider....pure diesel boots are the same as stock..dont hold up to oil or take higher boost like marine or Bob's (dieselsite) boots do..

Apr 19, 2008 | 11:42 AM

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I just bought a three foot section of 3" hose from Napa for $99. Ouch! But better than the one boot from the dealer for $40. Holy cow! That's what I am going to try. Thanks for the input Ron and Will. I will post back in a few days and let you know how it goes. I am going to wait and do this when I get the new rubber piece that connects to the turbo intake coming from the air filter. I cannot even do a boosht test because that friggin thing is leaking. Won't be in until Tuesday.

Apr 19, 2008 | 12:08 PM

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I like these 1999.5-2003 7.3L Dieselsite Engine Boot Kit (After 12/1/98)

I haven't done the CCV mod and I don't get any oily mist. They seal very well.