I am going to be installing one of these in the next few days to work with my m7 inake. Any reason i need to switch to the fancy alta boots? I am staying black, so I dont see the need. Am i missing something?

Sean

 

When I was observing one being installed at a local tech session with Alta, they said it was because the rubber ones were prone to cracking. So they included the silicone ones to improve looks and last much longer.

However, it's not required. Just changing the diverter will significantly cut down on the install time.

 

I guess i will hold on to them an install them some other time, like when i want to clean the intercooler

 

It's not necessary as I've have never needed them...on the other hand, what color are they and would you like to sell them to me?

 

You still dont have that Intercooler in yet? They are black.

 

They're in but the DFIC is unsupported and I thought the addition of Alta's boot would keep them from shifting side to side during boost...

 

FWIW: Alta sells them in black. I went with the black on my intake and it isn't as obviolus as the colored ones.

 

I understand that they are only sold with the diverter and not seperatly...

 

alta boots do crack over time.. i had them one for a year, then when doing usual cleaning i saw splits/ cracks in the boots.