Ordered my Detroit Tuned Bypass valve yesterday and can't wait to get it installed. I have read all of the post on it already and know that I need to be careful not to break the tabs when installing.

Anyone else have any last minute advice please send it my way

 

Just take your time and work slowly. Hold off on the celebratory beverages until it's done.

You may want to think about the VGS modification while you're in there. More info if you search "VGS". I recalibrated my own BPV and bought one of the first "Ryephix 2" springs. I have that along with the VGS and am a very happy camper.

Theo

 

This is a great mod and cheap for $125. This is a must for Mini's under 2005. The install took me less than an hour but make sure you go to Home Depot and buy some small 1 3/4"-2" hose clamps to use when you put back on the BPV. Trying to put back on the stock ones are a nightmare, save your self the headache and buy a few of these before the install.
Mario

 

Amen, take your time - a great mod that makes a difference.

Paul

 

Thanks for the feedback.

 

Let us know how the procedure went and what you seat of the pants tell you

 

Please let us know if it affects you mpg's and if it increases any rough running or courseness.

 

Yeah I will give a update once I get it installed.

 

take the studs out of the intake manifold and use bolts. Then you'll never have to pull so hard on the intake horn to get it off. Just loosen the hose clamps and twist the horn off. I think it's a M7 - 1.00 bolt, but I could be wrong....

Matt

 

The Doc always has good tips! DTBPV is on my short list, just after I finish moving to Asheville NC in January (very close to Dragon), and then finding a house, and then....and then, and then....Why does so much 'life' get in the way of my car?