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Old Jun 4, 2009 | 08:39 PM
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do the IC boot clamps go bad?

hey guys just had another question for you, about every two or three weeks i have to tighten down all of my clamps on the IC because they seem to get loose, ill notice a little more black smoke and loss of power and sure enough they are loose. is this common or are they no good anymore?
 
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Old Jun 4, 2009 | 08:47 PM
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It's not too common, but yes they can wear out. It might also be worth pulling your boots and inspecting them closely and seeing if the should be replaced at the same time.
 
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Old Jun 4, 2009 | 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by BigJake34452
hey guys just had another question for you, about every two or three weeks i have to tighten down all of my clamps on the IC because they seem to get loose, ill notice a little more black smoke and loss of power and sure enough they are loose. is this common or are they no good anymore?
Yes, that is a problem with these boots. I take it you still have the CCV going into the turbo and boots. Giive Clay a call and he can fix you up with a brand new set of boots that will not come off. RiffRatt. Here is his link. click here.
 
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Yes, that is a problem with these boots. I take it you still have the CCV going into the turbo and boots. Giive Clay a call and he can fix you up with a brand new set of boots that will not come off. RiffRatt. Here is his link. click here.


Riffratt?!?!?
 
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Old Jun 4, 2009 | 10:35 PM
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Yes, that is a problem with these boots. I take it you still have the CCV going into the turbo and boots. Giive Clay a call and he can fix you up with a brand new set of boots that will not come off. RiffRatt. Here is his link. click here.
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Riffratt?!?!?
This sounds like a song. DO THE RIFFRATT
 
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Old Jun 4, 2009 | 10:53 PM
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Go to Napa they have them instock for about 5 bucks a pop. I have stripped one of mine out before.
 
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