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Old Feb 2, 2022 | 03:13 PM
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Trying to install the M7 Speed Cold Side Intercooler Elbow Kit but I can't seem to remove this stock tubing. I've loosened the clamp and tried wiggling and pulling with all I have but it doesn't seem to budge. Does anybody have any ideas that could help? Thanks!
 
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Old Feb 2, 2022 | 03:35 PM
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Looks like its stuck on the throttle body? That hose will fuse itself to the throttle over time. When I replaced mine, I just cut it off. I figured it was getting replaced anyway...
 
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Old Feb 2, 2022 | 03:36 PM
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Originally Posted by njaremka
Looks like its stuck on the throttle body? That hose will fuse itself to the throttle over time. When I replaced mine, I just cut it off. I figured it was getting replaced anyway...
what did you use to cut it off? I've tried with my pocket knife but its a thick tube
 
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Old Feb 2, 2022 | 03:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Darren Saccone Jr




Trying to install the M7 Speed Cold Side Intercooler Elbow Kit but I can't seem to remove this stock tubing. I've loosened the clamp and tried wiggling and pulling with all I have but it doesn't seem to budge. Does anybody have any ideas that could help? Thanks!
I used a coolant hose pick, nothing fancy, just the simple 90 degree one. Force it between hose and throttle body and run it around the hose the best you can, got to break its seal.
 
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Old Feb 2, 2022 | 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Darren Saccone Jr
what did you use to cut it off? I've tried with my pocket knife but its a thick tube
Yeah, a pocket knife won't touch it. You'll need a razor knife.

I used a utility knife:
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-Comp...ife/5001789221
 
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Old Feb 2, 2022 | 03:39 PM
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Sharp razor blade and some time, will get you through it as well.
 
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