6637 Install / Must Do/ Pit-Falls??
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 595
Likes: 0
6637 Install / Must Do/ Pit-Falls??
I have decided that from what I can find the the Napa 6637 is the way to go. But, I have also read about all the senior posters with tips and tricks to make sure it doesn't leak, suck in dust, install a filter-minder and many more that I haven't found yet. Can we make a list off everything that you need to make it go smoothly, with only one trip to town? Maybe worthy of sticky material? If I have missed it, and it has already been done I am very sorry for my squidliness...
Posting Guru
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 1,949
Likes: 0
From: Near DC
All you need is the 6637 and a big hose clamp to fit around the filter neck and intake.
Some say you need this, that and the other. You don't. You may want to tweak things later on, but for starters just the first 2 things.
Oh, and a drill bit to fit the minder.
Some say you need this, that and the other. You don't. You may want to tweak things later on, but for starters just the first 2 things.
Oh, and a drill bit to fit the minder.
Cargo Master
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 2,333
Likes: 1
From: St. Louis, Mo.
Some of us used 4" exhaust pvc if you are doing the ccv mod at the same time. Dont think its necessary for just the filter. I even put a thin bead of silicone on the joints just to be sure of no leaks,(probably overkill though)
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 26,966
Likes: 50
From: Texas
There has been more than one instance of the filter coming loose if you just shove it into the intake tube. For the 99.5 & up models, most of us use a piece of 4" O.D. piping to make the connection. Either a short piece of 4" exhaust pipe, or a 3" PVC coupler (which has a 4" O.D.) and an extra hose clamp will connect the filter to the tube nice and tight without any issues.
The little gray sensor that pugs into the factory air box needs to stay connected. It measures intake air temperature, and as long as it's left anywhere near the general vicinity of the filter, you'll have no problems.
The filter minder is completely optional. You can unplug that and throw it in the trash with no ill effects.
The little gray sensor that pugs into the factory air box needs to stay connected. It measures intake air temperature, and as long as it's left anywhere near the general vicinity of the filter, you'll have no problems.
The filter minder is completely optional. You can unplug that and throw it in the trash with no ill effects.
Posting Guru
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 2,498
Likes: 3
From: Windsor, Colorado
I would use a piece of 4" exhaust. I had both of mine without it for a while without issue, but one day the filter came off on my pickup. Luckily no dirt had gotten in. IMHO it is worth the extra effort to use a piece of tube to make sure your filter stays attached to the intake.
Cargo Master
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 2,333
Likes: 1
From: St. Louis, Mo.
Bigfwt - If you need a piece of 4" ss exhaust I have a little in the garage. PM me an address and how much you need & I'll get it to ya. Good Luck
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 595
Likes: 0
PM sent, thx
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Tuned
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 427
Likes: 1
From: Melrose MN
I have about 2 feet of 4 inch stainless process pipe which i am willing 2 cut into 3 or 4 inch pieces if anyone wants. I am in cenrtal MN just finished my ccv mod so I do not need it any more. My e-mail is mfabeck@bigmaple.com i will not be around until tommorrow. Just trying to help out.
Hotshot
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 13,144
Likes: 11
From: Rochdale MA
I have about 2 feet of 4 inch stainless process pipe which i am willing 2 cut into 3 or 4 inch pieces if anyone wants. I am in cenrtal MN just finished my ccv mod so I do not need it any more. My e-mail is mfabeck@bigmaple.com i will not be around until tommorrow. Just trying to help out.
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 595
Likes: 0
Is there any drone with the 6637? I had drone on my Silverado when I installed the AEM Brute Force CAI. Wasn't bad when I was just driving, but towing made me want to shoot myself. I am hoping there isn't any on the 6637
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 595
Likes: 0
Turbo whistle I can handle. Is the drone slight or does it feel and sound like it fills the whole cab? Does building an enclosure help?
Posting Guru
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 1,949
Likes: 0
From: Near DC
You can handle the (slight) drone, no worries....
It also blows off air after you get out of the money pedal.
You'll hear a hissing sort or blow off.
Kind'a like PSSSS.
(ok, here come the remarks guys...)
It also blows off air after you get out of the money pedal.
You'll hear a hissing sort or blow off.
Kind'a like PSSSS.
(ok, here come the remarks guys...)
